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Eat & Drink...................................................................5 Shopping......................................................................9 Outdoor Adventures.............................................13 Entertainment..........................................................15 Historic Downtown................................................17 Murray State University......................................19 Murray Map...............................................................21 Stay the Night..........................................................23 Things to Do.............................................................25
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Eat & Drink
Jasmine is the hottest ticket in town for date night and special celebrations, even though Murray might seem to be the most unexpected place to find amazing Thai and sushi. The first order of business is to chow down on the crab rangoons. At the table, little crunchy pockets of crab and cream cheese with a tasty dipping sauce will appear. As a palate teaser, enjoy a side salad with the signature ginger dressing. The favorite sushi dish is the Murray roll, specifically created just for the locals. The drunken noodles and pad Thai come in a close second. 506 N. 12th St. • cravejasmine.com
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Murray has more than 60 restaurants, many are locally-owned establishments only found in Murray.
The aroma of freshly-made tomato sauce, cooked-toorder pizza and being greeted like a local makes Matt B’s Main Street Pizza a must. You can order by the slice or individualize a whole pie. True locals are welcomed by the owner who creates an at-home feel when he begins assembling their favorite pizza before they even order. Many Murray natives come in for the atmosphere, but don’t leave without the famous mouth-watering honey sticks and a slice of veggie pie. Never had broccoli on a pizza? Matt B’s combinations on pizza might seem a bit unusual, but are always pleasing to the taste buds. 1411 Main St. • 270-759-1234
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H.R.H. Dumplins bakes more than 12,000 rolls and 5,000 cakes in a year..
H.R.H. Dumplins is the place where the ladies of Murray do lunch. It is hard to decide what Dumplins is most famous for, the gigantic homemade rolls with honey butter or the towering fresh cakes made daily. In a year’s time, more than 5,000 cakes are created. The fruit tea is the drink to order to dine like a local. Interesting twists on salads and chicken sandwiches are constants on the menu. The briar club salad offers cashews and raisins along with a homemade orange-yogurt sauce. Top the salad off with a huge piece of strawberry cake and call it a day. 305 S. 12th St. • 270-753-0000
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Mugsy’s Hideout is the local favorite for authentic Chicago-style food. Jay and Maria Baron moved south over ten years ago and have been serving up the tastiest pizza downtown since then. Homemade meatball subs and fried zucchini slices are mouth-watering and completely satisfying. On Friday nights, Jay offers a pasta special that isn’t on the menu. Get there early and hope he has made lobster ravioli! A monster television hovers over the dining room, making Mugsy’s the best seat in town for watching the game with a cold beer and fresh pizza. 410 Main St. • mugsyshideout.com
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Shopping
Ribbon Chix is Murray’s trendiest boutique, with monogrammed clothing and accessories for women and children. Ribbon Chix can provide an entire look from head-to-toe with its amazing accessory collections! They offer clothes of all styles for every type of fashion. 414 S. 12th St. • ribbonchix.com
Charlton & Park is the place to shop for glamorous items to adorn the home. Seasonally, set designs are changed to reflect the newest trends in home decor. Creativity flows in the atmosphere and the employees consistently provide customers with inventive ideas to make a house a home. 1205 Chestnut St. • 270-753-1851
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Murray has more than 15 locally-owned clothing boutiques offering a wide variety of styles.
Vintage Rose Emporium is an eclectic boutique carrying specialty brands such as Vera Bradley, Pandora and Spartina. Beautiful stemware, china collections and silverware are delicately displayed and will create the perfect dinner party. 1203 Chestnut St. • vintagerose.com
New Life Christian Bookstore has been a constant in downtown Murray for years. Bibles, Willow Tree Angels, Webkinz, books by Kentucky authors and Christian music selections can be found in this historic building. 100 S. 5th St. • 270-753-1622
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Shopping
Gear Up Cycles is more than just a bike shop. It is the place for runners, cyclists and athletic enthusiasts. Owner Matt Falwell, is certified to fix and maintain cycling equipment. 104 N. 15th St. • gearupcycles.com
The Place offers sharp, yet stylish clothing with a variety of beautiful coats, charms and Estee Lauder beauty products. Customer service is top priority at The Place, where women enjoy a personal shopping experience with the feel of a big-city boutique. 305 S. 12th St. • 270-753-5678
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Red Bug Yarn & Gifts is located downtown, just one block off the court square. Red Bug is Murray’s only yarn and fiber arts store with supplies to create beautiful handmade products. Kentucky, locally crafted gifts and gourmet food items can be purchased there, too. 102 S. 6th St. • 270-761-2723
Hazel, a small town just eight miles south of Murray, is an antique-lover’s dream. More than 12 different antique shops give visitors the opportunity to park once and shop all day. Don’t forget to eat a meal at the Blue and White Grill. The catfish and hushpuppies are worth writing home about! hazelky.com
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Outdoor Adventures
DISC GOLF The Central Park Disc Golf Course is the most used facility in the park. Even in winter, the course constantly has disc golf enthusiasts playing holes looking to improve a score. The 18-hole course has a total length of more than 5,200 feet with a par of 58. GOLF The American Society of Golf Architects designated the Frances E. Miller Memorial Golf Course as one of the best designed 18-hole courses in America. Measuring 6,592 yards from the championship tees, the par-71 layout has two distinct nines, requiring a wide array of shot-making.
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Each year 20,000 rounds of golf are played at Miller Memorial Golf Course.
EXPLORE Land Between the Lakes, just 15 minutes from Murray, offers 170,000 acres of wildlife nestled between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. The two lakes combined have more than 3,000 miles of water. Enjoy a prehistoric-like adventure while driving through LBL’s Elk and Bison Prairie. FISH Kentucky Lake is known as the “Crappie Capital” of the world and can be fished year round. Catch one of Kentucky Lake’s exceptional population of largemouth bass. PARKS Covering 180 acres of land, MurrayCalloway County Parks hold a spray park and swimming pool, batting cages, nine baseball and softball fields, a soccer complex with 15 fields and three-and-a-half miles of developed nature trails.
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Entertainment
MUSIC Located in the heart of MSU’s campus, just off Olive Boulevard and 15th Street, historic Lovett Auditorium is one of the four original structures on campus, dating back to 1926. World-renowned performers, artists and speakers have graced the stage of Lovett Auditorium. With a seating capacity of approximately 2,500, Lovett has hosted thousands of events over the years. QUILTS In 2010, only a few barn quilts existed in Calloway County. Since that time, the Calloway County Quilt Trail has grown to more than 60 quilts all over the county. The trail connects the beautiful country roads making for a scenic drive. Each quilt pattern has its own unique story behind it.
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There is always something to do. Last year, 164 events occurred in Murray.
ART Fine arts thrive in Murray. The Clara M. Eagle Art Gallery is a multi-level exhibition space allowing visitors to experience art on Murray State University’s campus. View national juried shows and current student works. Murray Art Guild, a local non-profit cultural organization, offers classes and workshops to develop the talent of local artists in all mediums. THEATRE The local community theatre is one of the oldest companies in Kentucky. Playhouse in the Park is situated in a 1907 train depot in Central Park, providing an added dramatic experience to each play. In 2016, expect a showstopper of a season with hits like The Addams Family, The Crucible and Disney’s The Little Mermaid.
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Historic Downtown
Downtown Murray used to be the place to trade livestock, goods, buy groceries, see the doctor, board a train or see a movie. Although times have changed, downtown is still as vibrant as ever. More than 1,600 people work in the downtown area each day. EVENTS All year long, events are taking place in downtown. Even with a chill in the air, Easter on the Square welcomes spring with an early morning egg hunt and visit from Jellybean the Easter Bunny. Snow might be falling, but that only makes Dickens’ Downtown even more magical. The event is the official kick-off of the Christmas season for Murray, including the lighting of the community Christmas tree.
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The Downtown Farmers Market fills the court square with fruits, vegetables and hand-crafted items every Saturday morning, May-October. This ritual has become the social gathering place on the weekends. Grab a few ears of Mr. Wurth’s peaches n’ cream corn and some crisp green beans from Mr. Copeland. In recent years, the market has grown to more than 40 vendors during peak-season. PRESERVATION Murray Main Street is the organization working to preserve and strengthen the downtown through revitalization projects. More than 13 million dollars has been invested in the downtown since MMS was established. murraymainstreet.org
Murray State University
MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY MSU offers a quality education to more than 11,000 students from 45 states and 57 different countries. The friendly atmosphere, high-quality faculty and small class size give students the opportunity to grow as individuals and work together as a community. TRADITION In the quad of Murray State’s campus sits a tree with at least 50 pairs of mismatched shoes nailed to it. According to murraystate.edu, no one can say when the tradition of the shoe tree began, but it has become an integral part of the school’s history. murraystate.edu
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SPORTS The Murray State University Racers compete in sixteen Division I sports as a founding member of the Ohio Valley Conference. Well known nationally as a top mid-major in men’s basketball, the Racers have tallied 28 consecutive winning seasons and 15 trips to the NCAA Tournament. In the fall, Roy Stewart Stadium is home of the highscoring Racer football team. Come over and cheer on Racer One as the thoroughbred laps the track after each Racer touchdown and enjoy the halftime performance by the award-winning Racer Band. goracers.com
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Stay the Night Hotels and Lake Resorts
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Hampton Inn & Suites 1415 Lowes Dr. • 270-767-2226 hampton.com
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 1504 N. 12th St. • 270-759-4449 hiexpress.com
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Best Western University Inn 1503 N. 12th St. • 270-753-5353 bestwesternkentucky.com
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America’s Best Value Inn 517 S. 12th St. • 270-753-6706 americasbestvalueinn.com
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Quality Inn 1210 N. 12th St. • 270-759-5910 qualityinn.com
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Murray Plaza Lodge 506 S. 12th St. • 270-753-2682 murrayplazalodge.com
Paradise Resort* 1024 Paradise Rd. • 270-436-2767 mylakeparadise.com
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Cypress Springs Resort & Marina* 2740 Cypress Trail • New Concord, KY 270-436-5496 • cypressspringsresort.com
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Kenlake State Resort Park* 542 Kenlake Rd. • Hardin, KY 270-474-2211 • parks.ky.gov
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Lakeview Cottages & Marina* 165 Lakeview Cabins Dr. • New Concord, KY 270-436-5876 • lakeviewmarinaresort.com
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Things to Do January January 15-16 Truck & Tractor Pull MSU Expo Center murraystate.edu/agr January 21 MSU Basketball v. EIU CFSB Center goracers.com January 22-24 Campus Lights presents Hairspray Lovett Auditorium murraystate.edu January 23 MSU Basketball v. SIU-E CFSB Center goracers.com January 28-February 7 Disney’s The Little Mermaid Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org
February
February 6 MSU Basketball v. Austin Peay CFSB Center goracers.com February 8 MSU Presidential Lecture: Martin Luther King III Lovett Auditorium murraystate.edu February 12-13 Bull Blowout MSU Expo Center murraystate.edu/agr February 13 MSU Basketball v. SEMO CFSB Center goracers.com February 18-21 The Glass Menagerie MSU Johnson Theatre murraystate.edu/theatre February 27 MSU Basketball v. UT Martin CFSB Center goracers.com
January 28-February 7 Disney’s The Little Mermaid Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org
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Personal Touches • Complimentary breakfast • Pool • Fitness center • Guest laundry Business Needs •Business center • Meeting room • Fax • Equipment rental • Printer • Photocopying 1415 Lowes Dr. • 270-767-2226
Things to Do March March 4-13 The Crucible Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org March 26 Easter on the Square Downtown Court Square murraymainstreet.org
April 21-May 1 PIP After Dark presents: Avenue Q, the Musical Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org
May April 21-May 1 PIP After Dark presents: Avenue Q, the Musical Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org
April
May 7 Top Gun Car Show Roy Stewart Stadium
April 14-17 Frankenstein MSU Johnson Theatre murraystate.edu/theatre
May 14 MSU Spring Graduation CFSB Center murraystate.edu
April 16 Spring Art Hop murrayartguild.org
May 21 & 28 Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org
April 16 Murray Half Marathon murrayhalfmarathon.org
June
April 16- April 27 Murray Art Guild Visual Evidence Exhibit Robert O. Miller Conference Center murrayartguild.org
Every Saturday through Oct. Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org June 4 Top Gun Car Show Roy Stewart Stadium
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murraystate.edu Voted Murray and Calloway County’s Favorite Bank 14 Years in a Row!
405 South 12th St. Hazel Location: 700 North 12th St. 405 Main St. (270) 753-5626 (270) 492-8388
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Things to Do June 10-18 Calloway County Fair Calloway County Fairgrounds mccfair.com June 10-19 The Last Night of Ballyhoo Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org
July
August Every Saturday through Oct. Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org Every Tuesday through Sept. Farmers Market Murray-Calloway Co. Hospital murraymainstreet.org
September
Every Saturday through Oct. Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org Every Tuesday through Sept. Farmers Market Murray-Calloway Co. Hospital murraymainstreet.org July 4 Freedom Fest tourmurray.com July 4 Town & Gown Community Band Performance Lovett Auditorium tourmurray.com July 4 Top Gun Car Show Roy Stewart Stadium
Every Saturday through Oct. Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org September 9-10 Murray Ice Cream Festival Downtown Court Square murrayicecreamfestival.com September 15-25 Bonnie & Clyde Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org September 23 - October 10 Murray Art Guild PROOFS Exhibit Robert O. Miller Conference Center murrayartguild.org September 24 MSU Family Weekend murraystate.edu
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New Life Christian Bookstore 5th & Main Coffees • Willow Tree Angels • WebKinz • Decor • DVDs & CDs
• Chocolates • Dayspring cards • Gifts • Tea & Coffee
5th & Main • 270.753.1622 facebook.com/NewLifeBookstore facebook.com/5thandMain
3rd & Maple Streets, Murray, KY (270) 753-1620 or 1640
Things to Do October Every Saturday through Oct. Downtown Farmers Market murraymainstreet.org September 23 - October 10 Murray Art Guild PROOFS Exhibit Robert O. Miller Conference Center murrayartguild.org October 27-November 6 The Addams Family Musical Playhouse in the Park playhousemurray.org October 29 MSU Homecoming murraystate.edu
November 17-19 PIP Dinner Theatre presents: Tenderly playhousemurray.org November 18-20 MAG Holiday Open House Robert O. Miller Conference Center murrayartguild.org November 25 - December 30 Christmas in the Park Central Park murrayparks.org
December November 25 - December 30 Christmas in the Park Central Park murrayparks.org
November
December 2-3 Dickens’ Downtown Downtown Court Square October 27-November 6 The Addams Family Musical murraymainstreet.org Playhouse in the Park December 3 playhousemurray.org Rotary Christmas Parade murraychristmasparade.com November 11-13 Holiday Open House December 10 mymurray.com MSU Fall Graduation CFSB Center murraystate.edu
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Voted Favorite Real Estate Office 14 Years in a Row
The Kopperud Realty Home Team
270.753.1222 • 800.455.1222 711 Main Street Murray, Kentucky 42071
Celebrating 40 Years in the Business!
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