The holiday season is right around the corner, and Stevenson Elementary School's National Beta Club is inviting the community to kick off the Christmas festivities at its Merry Panther Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Stevenson Elementary School gymnasium.
The event will bring together local vendors, small businesses, families, and community members for a festive day of Christmas shopping, holiday cheer, and giving back.
Shoppers can browse a variety of vendor booths featuring unique gifts, handmade items, crafts, holiday decorations, and other merchandise. Whether visitors are looking to get a head start on Christmas shopping or simply enjoy a fun Saturday outing, the bazaar promises something for everyone.
Admission to the event is two nonperishable food items per person, which will support the Beta Club's Thanksgiving Food Drive. The drive is part of the club's ongoing commitment to serving others and making a positive impact on the local community.
In addition to shopping, attendees can enjoy food trucks and participate in raffles featuring items donated by participating vendors. Proceeds from the raffles will benefit the Stevenson Elementary Beta Club.
The event is especially meaningful for Stevenson's young Beta members, who are working to raise funds for upcoming leadership opportunities and competitions.
Stevenson Elementary's Beta Club has already experienced an exciting school year. The club was recently recognized as an Outstanding Leadership School at the National Beta Leadership Summit, where nine students qualified for the National Beta Convention. The school has also earned recognition as a National Beta School of Distinction.
Beta Club sponsors Brandy West and Vicky Mathis hope the bazaar will provide an opportunity for the community to support local businesses while investing in the next generation of student leaders.
Our Beta students work hard to demonstrate leadership, character, achievement, and service. We are so proud of what they have already accomplished this year, and we want to continue giving them opportunities to grow. This event is about more than fundraising. It's about bringing our community together, supporting local businesses, helping families during the Thanksgiving season, and showing our students what can happen when people come together for a great cause.
Funds raised through the bazaar will help support Beta Club activities, service projects, and opportunities for students to participate in state and national competitions.
The Stevenson Elementary Beta Club encourages everyone in Russellville, Logan County, and surrounding communities to come out, shop local, and support these hardworking young leaders.
Event Details:
- What: Merry Panther Christmas Bazaar
- When: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Where: Stevenson Elementary School Gymnasium, Russellville, Kentucky
- Admission: Two nonperishable food items per person
- Hosted by: Stevenson Elementary National Beta Club
Come shop, celebrate the season, and help Stevenson Elementary's Beta students make a difference!