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• Square Dancing Lessons | Thurs., Sept. 15 | 7-9 p.m. | South Elkhorn Christian Church, 4343 Harrodsburg Rd. | $60 | This square dancing class meets twice a week including Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. — the first two lessons are free. 🪕

• Gallery Hop | Fri., Sept. 16 | 5-8 p.m. | Downtown, various locations | Free | The LexArts Gallery Hop is back with businesses + galleries staying open later to showcase local artists and new exhibits. 🖼
• LFUCG Blood Drive | Fri., Sept. 16 | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Phoenix Building, 101 E. Vine St. | Free, appointments preferred | Consider donating to help boost the fall blood supply across the Commonwealth — all donors receive a free KBC t-shirt. 🩸

• The Bluegrass Craft Beer and Bourbon Festival | Sat., Sept. 17 | 12-6 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St. | $45 | Some of the best beer + bourbon in the Bluegrass can be sampled at this festival. 🍺
• UK vs. Youngstown State | Sat., Sept. 17 | 12 p.m. | Kroger Field, 1540 University Dr. | Prices vary | The Wildcats are returning home to take on Youngstown State + the game will be televised on the SEC Network. 🏈
• Larah Helayne | Sat., Sept. 17 | 5:30 p.m. | Wallace Station Deli and Bakery, 3854 Old Frankfort Pike, Versailles | Free, price of purchase | Listen to the banjo pop sounds of this Appalachian-based artist while enjoying a meal in the countryside at this classic deli. 🎶

• Gordon Lightfoot: The Legend In Concert | Sun., Sept. 18 | 8 p.m. | Lexington Opera House | $150+ | After 50+ years of hit song making, this internationally-acclaimed Canadian folk pop artist will be bringing his signature sound to the Bluegrass. 🎤

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• A new Japanese restaurant called Zundo Izakaya will be opening soon at 127 W. Tiverton Way, near Half Price Books off Nicholasville Road. The restaurant will serve up Japanese-style pub food — ramen, sushi + tapas appetizers — and is expected to open later fall. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Lexington’s Board of Adjustments voted to approve the development of Lexington Sporting Club’s youth fields at 5354 Athens-Boonesborro Rd., near I-75 behind the Speedway. There will be 10 youth soccer fields built at this location, which will be reviewed after one year for potential light pollution, traffic impacts + stormwater issues. ⚽️ (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• The revised Open Space Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) will be presented to the Planning Commission at their Work Session today at 1:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Building, 101 E. Vine St. The goal here is to attempt to incorporate intentionally designed and equitably distributed green space into all development projects. The meeting is open to the public.
• Angela Evans will be sworn in as the new Fayette County Attorney on Fri., Sept. 30. She will be replacing Larry Roberts who will step down from the position — one he has held for the last 16 years.

• The city is hosting a free mulch giveaway on Sat., Sept. 24 from 8 a.m.-noon. During this time, Fayette County residents can get a free truckload of mulch while supplies last. There will also be a self-serve area for residents picking up smaller amounts.

• The Midway Fall Festival is returning to downtown Midway this weekend — 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday + 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. The classic fall festival features local food, crafts, seasonal treats, and family activities. Also, be sure to check out the AC/DC tribute band headlining at the Country Boy Brewing stage Saturday night from 8-10 p.m. 🍂

• Big Blue Madness — the annual event that gives fans a preview of both the men’s + women’s UK basketball teams — will return to Rupp Arena on Fri., Oct. 14. Additionally, the camp-out event, where fans try to score tickets, will be held October 1-2. Fans can begin lining up at 5 a.m. on Oct. 1, and tickets will be distributed at 9 a.m. on Oct. 2. 🏀 (WKYT)

• West Sixth Brewing will be hosting a unique evening of storytelling this Sun., Sept. 18 from 7-8 p.m. “Horse’s Mouth Storytelling Night” will feature six local writers telling stories that are all based on the theme of "starting over.” Head to 501 W. Sixth St., Ste. 100 for a night of craft beer + creativity.

• Local Southland neighborhood restaurant South of Wrigley announced it has expanded its offerings to now include catering. Check out the menu for any fall events you may be hosting this upcoming season — tailgates, birthdays, work outings, etc. 🌭

• Black Soil KY is hosting a fall mum sale. The local agriculture company is accepting orders for its $15 mum plants until this Sat., Sept. 17. All orders will be available for pickup on Sat., Sept. 24 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Black Soil KY fulfillment center, 107 W. Loudon Ave., Ste. 101. All mum plants were grown at Cleav’s Family Market in Hart/LaRue County.

• Tonight, the Hamburg Liquor Barn is hosting a pint night + meet-and-greet with two local leaders in the spirits industry — Mark Coffman, Master Distiller of Lexington Distilling Co. and Brandon Martin, Head Brewer at Lexington Distilling Co. Bring your bottles to get signed while sampling both beer and bourbon. 🥃

• Every Sunday from September 25-October 30, local paddling outfitter Canoe Kentucky will be hosting guided paddling trips along the lower Kentucky River. Each trip will tour a different section of the river and ranges from 4-6 miles in length. Local experts will stop to discuss the history + aquatic life of the Kentucky River. Reserve your spot today. 🛶

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