One-time fun

• Isaac to Oliver Family Stroll | Sun., Oct. 30 | 2-6 p.m. | Isaac Murphy Art Garden, 577 E. Third St. | Free | Walk along the Town Branch Trail for as long as you want at your own pace and then return to Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden for kids activities, food trucks + more.
• Post-Position Draw | Mon., Oct. 31 | 2:45 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Free | Witness history as the post positions for the Breeders’ Cup World Championships are drawn on the floor of Rupp Arena.
• Fashionable Fillies | Wed., Nov. 2 | 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Jeff Ruby’s | $150 | This fundraising luncheon — which features mingling, fashion + specialty cocktails — benefits The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation.

Happening all week

• Tandy Park Takeover | Mon., Oct. 31-Sat., Nov. 5 | 5:30-10:30 p.m. | Tandy Park | Free | Downtown will take center stage with local + national entertainment performances, food trucks, and drinks. Also, large video boards will be set up to broadcast behind-the-scenes action from Keeneland.
• Horse: An Equine Film Festival | Tues., Nov. 1-Fri., Nov. 4 | Times vary | The Kentucky Theatre | Prices vary | Experience seven classic films about horses — many of which were filmed in the Bluegrass.
• Kentucky Bourbon Showcase | Wed., Nov. 2-Fri., Nov. 4 | Times vary | Clerestory at Greyline, 101 W. Loudon Ave. | $50 | Get your ticket to sample tastings and hear the stories from 20+ area distilleries.

• Awesome Fellowship Fall Demo Day & Lunch: Powered by Chase | Wed., Oct. 26 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Awesome Inc, 348 East Main Street, Lexington | Free | Stop by Awesome Inc for lunch and an exclusive look at the newest additions to its startup accelerator + mix and mingle with local tech leaders.
• Family Fun and Learning Night: Fall Festival | Wed., Oct. 26 | 5-7 p.m. | Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, 251 W. 2nd St., Lexington | Free | Celebrate the season with family fun — pumpkin painting, apple cider, crafts, and more.

• Astrology 101 | Thu., Oct. 27 | 5:45-6:45 p.m. | Eastside Branch, 3000 Blake James Drive, Lexington | Free | This class will discuss the basics of astrology and the meanings of zodiac signs, planets, and houses — registration required.
• James Gregory | Thu., Oct. 27 | 7 p.m. | Comedy Off Broadway, 161 Lexington Green Cir # C4, Lexington | $30.00 | James Gregory is known as the Funniest Man in America, experience the essence of his comedy: whimsical reflections on life from the front porch.

• AQUEOUS National Watercolor Exhibit| Fri., Oct. 28 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Headley Whitney Museum, 4435 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington | $10.00 | Immerse yourself in the colorful, national juried watercolor exhibition “AQUEOUS” presented by the Kentucky Watercolor Society.
• Tie Dye Party | Fri., Oct. 28 | 5-9 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Delaware Ave., Lexington | Pivot Brewing + Lex Dye This are teaming up for an adults arts and crafts night featuring local brews and tie-dye fun.

• Kentucky Book Festival | Sat., Oct. 29 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 161 Lexington Green Cir., Lexington | Free | Celebrate all things reading at the Kentucky Book Festival — aka the biggest, bookish celebration in KY — ft.150+ authors, book signings, kids’ activities, and more.*
• Spooktacular Brunch + Art Faire | Sat., Oct. 29 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Broomwagon Bikes + Cafe, 800 N. Limestone, Lexington | Free | Coffee and brunch with a side of art and live music + 10% off your cafe purchase if you come in costume.

• Kameron Marlowe | Sun., Oct. 30 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $15.00 - $75.00 | The country music singer will be performing tunes from his “We Were Cowboys” tour.

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• 56º | Cloudy | 24% chance of rain

• $40 million. That’s how much of the surplus revenue from the 2022 FY budget is unconfirmed. The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee met yesterday to discuss where to allocate those funds. View Mayor Linda Gorton’s recommendations on page 87 of this packet. (CivicLex)

• Get it while it’s hot, or cold rather. Sorella Gelateria announced it will be adjusting its hours of operation for the cold weather season. For November + December, it will only be open Thursday-Saturday, 1-8 p.m. and it will close completely in January. 🍦

• Have your s’mores and drink them too. The Kentucky Castle has released a new menu of seasonal cocktails including the Kentucky Campfire — which features bourbon + toasted marshmallow syrup. Book your table to sample these fall flavors.
• In lieu of its usual spot at the farmers’ market, Thrive Brew announced its brewery + storefront will be open on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by 810 N. Limestone to sip on fresh local kombucha like the seasonal Evans Cider or City Editor Molly’s favorite Ocean Blue.

• Mark your calendars because tomorrow at 8 p.m., registration will go live for artist Kayla Weber’s sell-out workshops. This holiday season, Kayla will host three ornament painting workshops — Sun., Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. + 3 p.m. and Thurs., Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m.

• If holiday decorations make your spirit bright, then don’t miss The Scout Guide Lexington’s Haute Holiday. On Sat., Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Mansion at Griffin Gate will turn into a winter wonderland with immersive interior designer set-ups, cocktails, light bites + more. 🎄

• What do you get when you bring local author Silas House + singer Tyler Childers together? A unique and insightful conversation about Tyler’s newest album, “Can I Take my Hounds to Heaven?” Watch it here.

• Philanthropist Wilma Barnstable died at age 94. Wilma co-founded the annual Barnstable Brown Derby Gala, which has raised more than $17 million for the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center at UK Healthcare. (LEX18)

• Nashville’s JW Marriott is offering a nightly discount on luxurious accommodations, including two complimentary Barrel-Aged Old Fashioneds, and 50% off nightly valet parking through Feb. 28, 2023 with code: ZX0.*

• Cooler temperatures mean that it’s officially boot scootin’ season. Zulily is offering up to 40% off MUK LUKS boots + booties for a limited time. We love this pair of brown ankle boots that are on sale for $39.99. 👢*