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Vday gift guide
Six & Main is our online store where we show love to local artisans from our sister markets across the nation. | Photo by 6AM City
We’re head over heels for our readers. As we enter the month of love, we want to show our love by helping you choose the sweetest gifts from our online shop, Six & Main, which showcases local artists and small businesses from around the country.

Whether you plan to spend Valentine’s Day with your significant other, friends, or family — or simply by treating yourself — these goods will have you falling in love at first sight.

Taste the love 🍫
Indulge in hand-painted chocolates in this Valentine’s Day 12 Piece Bonbon Gift Box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. Don’t forget to toast to love with a colorful cocktail glass from AlanaKayART, which pairs perfectly with this strawberry lemonade mixer from Simple Times Mixers.

Read the love 💌
Write something sweet to someone special using the “You Make Me Happy” card by Joy Paper Co. If you’re feeling extra smitten, let them know they’re “Quite the Catch.”

Show the love 🎨
No brushes or paint needed for this gift of art. Gift (or keep) this peonies watercolor painting by Kelsey Nichols Art or the “Smiling Faces Beautiful Places” by Dream a little ART SC.

Smell the love 🕯️
Let the mood fill the room with this rosemary sage candle by Resolute Candles, or smell the aroma of Venice with this bellini candle by Wixology Candle Company.

Wear the love ❤️
For the jewelry lovers, check out these heart necklaces from Eleven + Jane. What’s even sweeter? There are matching heart earrings to go with it. If you’d rather don a love-inspired shirt, this flamingo button-down from Block + Ink is the perfect fit.

There’s more love to go around. Click the button below to explore the entire Valentine’s Day Gift Guide.
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Tuesday, Jan. 31
  • Comedy + Cuban Food | Tuesday, Jan. 31 | 7 p.m. | Old North Bar, 101 W. Loudon Ave., Lexington | Free | Brighten up your Tuesday with a comedy show courtesy of Mike Fields and grab a bite from 305 Cubano Food Truck.
Wednesday, Feb. 1
  • Open Mic Night | Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 5-7 p.m. | Central Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | The stage and snacks will be provided, but you’ll be asked to bring the entertainment with your poems, flash fiction, spoken word performance, and enthusiasm.
Thursday, Feb. 2
  • Valentine’s Sugar Cookie Decorating Class | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Local Lex Market, 121 Quinn Dr., Nicholasville | $55 | Learn the basics of sugar cookies, including royal icing and cookie recipes, and tips for the best ways to decorate.
Friday, Feb. 3
  • UK Symphony Orchestra Concert | Friday, Feb. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Singletary Concert Hall, 405 Rose St., Lexington | $4-$10 | See the UK Symphony Orchestra with composer in residence Salina Fisher debut three of her works, and pieces from “Romeo & Juliet.”
Saturday, Feb. 4
  • A Conversation with John Winn Miller | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 4-5 p.m. | Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 161 Lexington Green Cir., Lexington | Free | Join journalist and photographer Tom Eblen for a conversation and book discussion with award-winning investigative reporter and local author, John Winn Miller.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

100+ MORE EVENTS

Weather
  • 34º | Cloudy | 24% chance of precipitation
Civic
  • Today, Jan. 31 at 3 p.m., city council will vote on whether to accept the National Opioid Settlement’s first installment of $2.8 million. Through the settlement, Fayette County stands to receive $14,332,969 over 17 years after a $26 billion agreement was finalized with three of the country’s largest pharmaceutical distributors. (CivicLex)
Eat
  • Craft Tap & Grill is now open in the former Mellow Mushroom spot at 503 S. Upper St. The menu features four burger options, nine different pizzas, and starters like BBQ pork nachos and cheesy bread. It also has $3 draft beers and well drinks every day. 🍽️
  • Holly Hill & Co. is offering an intimate Valentine’s Day dinner for two, but from the comfort of your own home. For $125, you and your partner will get a ready-to-enjoy gourmet meal from Holly Hill Executive Chef Tyler McNabb. Orders can be picked up at Zim’s Cafe or Wallace Station.
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    Kids
    • Don’t worry about getting dressed this weekend, because this Saturday, Feb. 4 is Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Crank & Boom’s Clays Mill Road location. Bonus: If you show up in your pajamas, you’ll receive a free scoop. Doors open at 11 a.m.
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    • The internet’s most popular cup is back in stock. The Stanley Quencher is beloved for its comfortable handle, large straw, ability to fit in your car’s cup holder, and how it keeps water cold for 11 hours. Plus, the popular 40 ounce size means all day hydration. 💧*
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