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Kid-friendly activities around Lexington
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Lexington, KY has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2024 10:33 AM
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Aayat Ali
A tall, black, pointed monument at Veterans Park in Lexington, KY, that honors inductees in the Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame.
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Ways to honor veterans in Lexington
The city shows its gratitude for United States Armed Forces servicepeople through art, volunteering, and business opportunities.
November 8, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Three trees covered in colorful pieces of knitting.
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Find out why trees are wearing sweaters at the Living Arts & Science Center
Find out who is behind the funky fiber art keeping local trees warm and fuzzy.
November 5, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Four older adults sitting in chairs making music by playing instruments like the flute or recorder at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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10+ activities for retired locals in Lexington
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Lexington.
October 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A person in a green hat stands next to a blue penguin and stares at a painting of a grassy hill in a gold frame on a white wall.
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13 museums in Lexington
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Lexington have it all.
October 18, 2024
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Art by Nature exhibit in Lexington, KY
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You’re invited to celebrate the natural beauty of Fayette County
Here’s the scoop on the Art by Nature program, including this year’s theme.
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A blue flag with the "250Lex" logo outlines in green and red.
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250Lex: Lexington’s plan to celebrate its 250th birthday
250Lex will kick off with a New Years Eve party and host more themed events throughout the year to highlight different aspects of local culture.
October 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A big tree in a park surrounded by small solar panels on boxes
Culture
Check out the new experiential art exhibit coming to Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
Pause for a moment of zen thanks to a new experiential sound bath at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate.
October 1, 2024
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Molly Thompson
An illuminated photo of a building exterior.
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This walkable art exhibit lets you explore Cincinnati in a new light
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A roundabout with a big bronze horse statue in the middle.
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Movies filmed in Kentucky: Our pine to be the next Hollywood of the South
You may have noticed that we live in a pretty gorgeous state — so gorgeous it’s served as the backdrop for dozens of films.
September 13, 2024
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Aaron Mikel
A painting of a child standing in front of a brick wall with wings featuring the reflection of the land below.
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REIMAGINE Project makes its annual return
This fundraiser from Arts Connect sees the artwork of dozens of students reimagined into unique pieces by local artists.
September 12, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Winter is snow much fun in Lex
Dig up Lexington’s snowy past with this winter weather round-up + know when to stock up on milk, bread, and candles.
December 13, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A pizza covered in fennel and onions.
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A guide to Lexington’s pizza scene
We’re just a bunch of weirdoughs diving head first into LEX’s must-try pizza shops including Goodfellas, Pearl’s Pizza Pie, and Rolling Oven.
December 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An outside shot of the Kentucky Theatre at night in Lexington KY
Events
Festive films and must-see holiday movies
From “The Shop Around the Corner” to “Candy Cane Lane” this holiday movie roundup has a theater experience for everyone on your shopping list
December 11, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
A catered table with trays of Cajun food, including chicken piquant and black beans + corn, bread, and rice.
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Meet your new favorite Lexington restaurants
Dining in Lexington is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
December 11, 2024
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The ultimate guide to sports teams in Lexington
From the Lexington Legends to the Lexington Sporting Club, we’re sharing all the details of Lexington KY’s sports teams.
December 9, 2024
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LFUCG Government Center
City
City Council adds public input opportunity
Formal city council meetings now have two chances for public input, one for topics related to the agenda + one for non-agenda topics.
December 9, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
An aerial Google map view of the proposed multi-city park in Berea.
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Lexington signs deal to create a new regional business park in Berea
Designed to boost Central Kentucky’s economy, this multi-county business park aims to provide good jobs and tax revenue to Madison, Scott + Fayette counties.
December 6, 2024
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Molly Thompson
Joe Bologna's sits in the former Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church.
The new Joe Bologna’s is no baloney
December 5, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Jones Family Christmas Light and Music Show - A two-story house with thousands of multi-color Christmas nights illuminating the nighttime.
Holiday light show for bright spirits
Lexingtonian uses love of music + technical knowledge to give community the gift of holiday light
December 5, 2024
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Samuel Collins Hicks
Old court house in downtown lexington with big blue LEX sign out front
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Lexington’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
December 4, 2024
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Molly Thompson