Shopping this season is made easy with Six & Main holiday gift guides. | Photo provided by Six & Main
Have you made a list, checked it twice, but still feel like you’re missing that special gift? Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered with a gift guide featuring everything from clothing and accessories to candles and coffee from artists and brands in our online shop, Six & Main.
Whether you’re shopping for the ultimate party host, your favorite homebody, or someone in between, there’s a giftfor everyone.
Adventurers can relax in outdoor chairs from Trippy Outdoor, keep their brews cold with Kanga Coolers, and catch a big one with fishing supplies from Toadfish. To fully equip them to explore the great outdoors, add a Jack Foster hat + Rheos floating sunglasses.
Before you stick a bow on it, click the button below to explore more gifts, including options for the foodie and pet lover in your life.
Wake up Santa | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 5 p.m. | Fayette Mall’s Middle Wing, between Burlap & Birch and The Cheesecake Factory, 3401 Nicholasville Rd., Lexington | Free | Santa has been sleeping to rest up for the holiday season and needs your help to wake him up to make magical memories with the community — plus snag a photo with Santa after the annual tradition.*
Ladies Night at The Barrel Market | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Barrel Market, 120 Summit At Fritz Farm Ste. 165, Lexington | $50 | Sample all things bourbon — tastings, cocktails + barrel-aged — accompanied by live music, cocktail-making presentations, and more.
Friday, Nov. 18
Gallery Hop After Hours Pop-Up | Friday, Nov. 18 | 8 p.m. | Country Boy Brewing, 436 Chair Ave., Lexington | Free | Stop by to see curated pieces of work from UK MFA Art Studio candidates on display in a unique setting — the back of a U-Haul truck.
Scrooge In Rouge: An English Music Hall Christmas Carol | Friday, Nov. 18 | 8 p.m. | Carriage House Theatre, 154 W. Bell Court, Lexington | $25 | Done in the style of British Music Hall, Scrooge in Rouge abounds in bad puns, naughty double-entendres, witty songs, and quick changes.
Saturday, Nov. 19
Through the Looking Glass - A Steampunk Odyssey in Underland | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 6-10 p.m. | Arabesque World Dance, 451 Chair Ave., Ste. B, Lexington | $8-$15 | Don your own steampunk-inspired apparel for an exciting + delightful interpretation of a Steampunk Underland through dance, music, and storytelling.
Rumours - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $18 | See all your favorite Fleetwood Mac songs performed by this popular authentic cover band.
Sunday, Nov. 20
2022 Country Boy Brewing’s Chili Cookoff | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 1-5 p.m. | Country Boy Brewery, 101 Innovation Dr., Georgetown | Canned good to attend, $10 to compete | Come to compete or just to eat at the 2022 Country Boy Chili Cookoff — crackers will be provided + funds will be raised for God’s Pantry.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Earlier this week, the city + developers revealed plans for the new 137-acre park near Beaumont, Cardinal Run North. The community can expect a 10-acre dog park, multiple athletic fields, a large playground, trails, and open green spaces. The park is scheduled to open in 2024. 🌳 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Cause
We’re just 12 days away from the 2022 GoodGiving Challenge which kicks off Tues., Nov. 29, and runs through Fri., Dec. 2. The four-day online giving challenge, hosted byBlue Grass Community Foundation + Smiley Pete Publishing, has raised $17 million since it started in 2011. See the list of participating nonprofits.
Holiday
The Bluegrass Printmakers — a local nonprofit that teaches members the art of printmaking — announced its holiday card sale has returned. Place your orders by Sun., Nov. 27 to receive five hand-printed cards from local artists. Click here if you’re interested in learning how to join the group. 🎄
Art
This Fri., Nov. 18 at 4 p.m. Crossgate Gallery’s Sporting Auction will take the ring at Keeneland’s Sales Pavillion. The catalog is filled with hundreds of paintings, sculptures + more, featuring aspects of equestrian and farm life — including scenes from Keeneland. 🖼️
Concert
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the UK Choirs’ holiday concert, “Collage: A Holiday Spectacular.” Tickets are on sale now for the three shows at the Singletary Center for the Arts — Sat., Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. (UK NOW)
Plan Ahead
If you’re looking for a decadent escape during the holidays, The Apiary is hosting a series of festive Christmas Teas in December. The whimsical affair will blend the tradition of European tea rooms with exquisite holiday décor, all while offering a multi-course sweet and savory menu with tea in fine china. Book your table. 🫖
Award
Congratulations to Rupp Arena’s Director of Booking Trevor Chesler for being nominated for the national Rising Star Award by Pollstar Magazine, the leading publication for the live touring industry. Trevor was nominated by a committee of entertainment industry professionals. Winners will be announced in February.
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Shop
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Wow your crowd with this limited edition pumpkin cheesecake. | Photo by La Petite Delicat
Who wants seconds? Last week, we shared with you where to dine-in, carry-out, and shop for Thanksgiving dinner — and more options have been announced.
🍽️ Where to dine-in
Griffin Gate Marriott Resort, 1800 Newtown Pike | Seatings available 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30-10 p.m. | $45 |Fill your plates with delicious dishes like country ham biscuits + sweet potato casserole.
🦃 Where to carry-out
Gus’s Fried Chicken, 321 E. Vine | Orders due by Mon., Nov. 21 | $18 | Call to order one, or a couple,fresh whole pies like — Chess, Sweet Potato, Pecan, Chocolate Chess, and Coconut.
La Petite Delicat, 722 National Ave. | Orders due by Fri., Nov. 18 | $30+ | Let this specialty bakery take care of the sweets this Thanksgiving with its White Chocolate Pumpkin Pie, Turtle Pie + Pumpkin Cheesecake.
🥬 Where to shop for local ingredients
Black Soil KY, 107 W. Loudon Ave. | Orders due by Mon. Nov. 21 | $20 | Celebrate Greensgiving with a case of collards or kale from local farmers.
Editor’s pick: Thank you so much to readers Missy P., Erin Y., and Melinda S.for sharing your favorite Thanksgiving dishes with me. Looks like I’ll be adding a cheese ball + Epping’s-style carrots to the menu this year. 🍽️
Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read about the history of our city’s big blue horse, Big Lex.
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