About

• EOP has a central office here in Lexington at 201 W. Short St., Ste. 700, right across from Zim’s Cafe.
• Both the founders and the principal — Rick Ekhoff, Paul Ochenkoski + Richard Polk — graduated from the University of Kentucky.
• EOP has projects in 30+ states across the US and has won 20+ national and regional awards since 2005.

Work

• Design: The large transparent windows throughout were designed to extend the energy of the arena into downtown.
• Need to know: Before the redesign, Rupp Arena didn’t meet the standards to host NCAA tournaments.
• Fun fact: Swish. EOP designed the glass front of Rupp to look like a swishing basketball net. Go, Cats.

• Design: Named after the first female-owned horse to win the Kentucky Derby — the warm, upbeat design is meant to reflect the spirit of Kentucky women.
• Need to know: A large front porch with rocking chairs was added to the entrance + the interior flooring was reclaimed from Kentucky barns. Talk about replicating my old Kentucky home.
• Fun fact: The Elwood is the world’s first plant-friendly hotel.

• Design: The restaurant is located in a relatively new outdoor shopping center, but features reclaimed wood tables and floors.
• Need to know: The food mirrors the design — creative and modern with a nod to Kentucky tradition.

• Nikki Lane | Mon., Oct. 3 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. | $20 | This singer-songwriter blends the sounds of honky tonk + indie rock — she’s currently touring in support of her new album “Denim and Diamonds.” 🎸

• The Jazz Lounge | Tues., Oct. 4 | 7 p.m. | Base 249, 249 E. Main St. | Free | Some of the top Lexington musicians will be performing at this concert that’s part of the Origins Jazz Series. 🎷

• Intro to Disc Golf | Wed., Oct. 5 | 2-4 p.m. | Shilito Park, 300 W. Reynolds Rd. | Registration required | This introductory course will provide you with everything you need to learn the basics of disc golf — rules, types of discs used + technique. 🥏

• The Mystery Community: A Book Club | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 6-7 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch, 1733 Russell Cave Rd. | Calling all mystery fans — this new monthly mystery book club is a great way to fine-tune your sleuthing skills + meet like-minded people, light refreshments provided. 📚

• The Legend of Sleepy Hollow | Fri., Oct. 7 + Sat., Oct. 8 | 7 p.m. | The Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Rd., Berea | $12 | Enjoy dinner in downtown Berea before catching a performance of this haunting, classic tale. 🎭

• Halloween Lights Drive Thru | Sat., Oct. 8-Sat., Oct. 22 | 7-10 p.m. | Fort Boonesborough State Park, 4375 Boonesborough Rd., Richmond | $5 per car | Enjoy the lights, sounds, and spooky scares from the comfort of your car with this 1.5-mile lights display. 🎃

• Fall Tree ID Walk | Sun., Oct. 9 | 2-3 p.m. | McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln. | Free, registration required | This guided walk will teach you to identify various tree types + you’ll also learn about how trees prepare for winter. 🌳

• 3D printers
• Tabletop kiln
• Cricut
• Button maker
• Sewing machines
• Heat press
• Large format laminator + printer

• 70º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain

• Late last week, the historic Parkette Drive-in sign was torn down. See the photos. The restaurant first opened in 1951 and was located at 1230 E. New Circle Road. Famous for its “Poor Boy” sandwich, the restaurant was featured on the popular tv show “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.”

• Fayette Alliance has released its 2022 voter guide. This guide specifically focuses on local candidates’ stances on smart growth issues. A questionnaire was sent out to all mayoral + urban county council candidates. Read their responses. 🗳

• The 11th Annual PRHBTN Gallery is returning to the Loudoun House, 209 Castlewood Dr., and will officially open this Fri., Oct. 7. An opening reception will be held that evening that is free + open to all ages. Don’t miss this modern art showcase that highlights 130+ Kentucky artists. 🖼

• The Lexington Theatre Company released the lineup for its 2023 season + it features four exciting shows that will be performed at the Lexington Opera House — “Concert with the Stars,” “The Sound of Music,” “Memphis,” + “White Christmas: The Musical.” Season tickets are available now and single tickets go on sale Tues., Jan. 10. 🎭

• Bites of the Bluegrass, a downtown history and food tour, will soon be offering a new experience. The Jefferson Street Walking Food Tour will take place on Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. + will guide attendees through Lexington’s West End — snacking and learning about the history of Lexington along the way. Get tickets. 🍽

• 10. That’s how many former UK basketball players were listed on ESPN’s list of the Top 100 NBA Players. That means 10% of the NBA’s best players were once Wildcats. 🏀

• Actress Brooklyn Shuck — a 17-year-old Lexington native — recently made an appearance on one of NBC’s biggest shows, Law & Order: SVU. She has also taken her talents to the Broadway stage, appearing in “Annie,” “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” + “The Ferryman.” Way to go, Brooklyn. (LEX18)

• The UK football team lost to Ole Miss on Saturday with a final score of 19-22. The Cats are now 4-1 on the season + their next game will be at home against South Carolina (hey, COLAtoday 👋) on Sat., Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. 🏈