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Meet the Newcomers and Friends of Lexington Group
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Explore the city with new friends. | Photos courtesy of Newcomers & Friends of Lexington
Moving to a new city can be a little unnerving. However, those new to the Horse Capital of the World will feel right at home thanks to some welcoming and proud locals.

Introducing, Newcomers & Friends of Lexington.

We learned about Newcomers & Friends of Lexington from reader Kitty K., who joined the group after moving here from her native Greece seven years ago.

“For people who have just moved to a new city, it can be stressful, especially if they don’t know anyone. In this group, you can meet and make friends, and it’s a very welcoming space. All of the members have been there and started as newcomers,” Kitty said.

And while it started with the premise of being a haven for new Lexingtonians, it has since expanded and is now “a social club for new and established residents of the Bluegrass,” the website says.

Membership perks

Dues for the membership-driven nonprofit are $30 annually, running from April 1-March 30. Becoming a member gives you access to a wide variety of activities and groups.

“I Joined a book club immediately, made friends very quickly, got more involved, and now I’m in charge of the quarterly luncheons,” Kitty said.

Here’s a quick glance at some of the offerings —
  • Card games
  • Book clubs by genre
  • Walking group
  • Co-ed wine group
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Annual directory
Kitty says it best: “Newcomers & Friends of Lexington builds community and is a great outlet for meeting new people and making friends.”

If you’re interested in joining, consider perusing the Facebook page and emailing the board with any questions.
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Tuesday, Jan. 17
  • Yoga in the Ballroom | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 6 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle, 230 Pisgah Pike, Lexington | $15 | Nourish and connect the mind, body, and soul at this Foundations Yoga class series.
  • Modern Western Square Dance Lessons | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 7-9 p.m. | Southern Heights Baptist Church, 3408 Clays Mill Rd., Lexington | $60 | Bring a friend or come solo and learn how to square dance from the experienced team at Do Si Dos Lexington in this 24-session series.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
  • Calligraphy Class | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 5-7 p.m. | Ephemeral Florals, 615 W. Short St., Lexington | $49.45 | Join instructor Colleen Potter who will teach you the different styles of calligraphy, essential tools, and how to start creating with beautiful lettering techniques.
Thursday, Jan. 19
  • Vinyasake | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 6-6:45 p.m. | Void Sake Company, 949 National Ave. Ste. 190, Lexington | Free | Stop by for a beginner-friendly, donation-based yoga flow with discounted sake pours.
Friday, Jan. 20
  • Planetarium Show: Cosmic Castaways | Friday, Jan. 20 | 4 p.m. | Living Arts & Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., Lexington | $5 | The whole family will enjoy learning about what happens when galaxies collide and the potential futures of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies.

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Weather
  • 58Âş | Morning showers | 31% chance of rain
Number
  • $10 million. That’s how much money in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds will be invested to improve kindergarten readiness, Fayette County Public Schools leaders announced. One of those initiatives is two preschool buses that will serve as mobile classrooms visiting local neighborhoods. 🚌
Environment
  • Local nonprofit Bluegrass Greensource announced the creation of the Green Neighbor Certification Program — an initiative encouraging homeowners to take on environmentally friendly practices at home. By participating, Bluegrass Greensource will supply resources + recognize efforts. See your score by taking the evaluation and survey. ♻️
Kids
  • Reading 9-5. Registration is open for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Lexington. Thanks to local community partners and Dolly Parton herself, children up to five years old will receive free books in an effort to inspire early literacy skills and a passion for learning and books. đź“–
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  • To help you work smarter, not harder in 2023, here’s a list of go-to, easy-to-make, healthy recipes from Kroger. Pro tip: Read now and bookmark for later. đź’ˇ*
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Editor’s pick: Given that I follow a gluten-free diet, I don’t drink beer and usually stick to ciders or wine. I was super excited to learn that the Warehouse Block’s newest watering hole, Myriad Meadery, has announced its grand opening — Friday, Feb. 10. See you there?

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