Plus, another longtime local florist has announced their retirement
03.29.2023 6AM-Top banner logo-small.png

SUBSCRIBE
WealthSouth

Today’s Forecast

56º | Partly cloudy | 5% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 6:41 a.m. | Sunset 8:28 p.m.
 

🍽️ Time to eat farm-to-table

Your guide to Lexington’s farmers markets
A big pavilion filled with vendor booths.
Support your local farmers by visiting Tandy Park on Saturday mornings. | Photo by LEXtoday
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Lexingtonians, because it’s farmers market season in the Bluegrass.

In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up six farmers markets in the Lexington area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors. Bonus: Check out this interactive map we made for you.

Lexington Farmers Market Downtown at Tandy Park | Saturdays, year-round | 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Features: Here you can shop 50+ vendors from over 30 central Kentucky counties offering fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, meats, and baked goods.
  • Parking: Free on-street parking + surrounding parking garages
  • Space: Outdoors, under a pavilion
  • Special events: The holiday winter months bring festive fun around Thanksgiving and Christmas. Keep an eye out for the Cold Brew Festival in the summertime.
Note: From November to March, the market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Southland Farmers Market

Our recipe for a perfect Southland Sunday equals brunch at Winchell’s + farmers market finds. | Photo provided by Lexington Farmers Market


Lexington Farmers Market at Southland Drive | Sundays, seasonal | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Features: This laidback, easy-like-Sunday-morning market, features dozens of vendors with local seasonal produce. Bonus: It’s in the parking lot of various businesses that also serve the local produce on their menus and in their shops.
  • Parking: Available in the surrounding spaces and commercial lots
  • Space: Outdoor
Note: This market is open April-October with a hard sale start time at 10 a.m.

Lexington Farmers Market at Maxwell + Broadway | Tuesdays + Thursdays, seasonal | 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Features: Located just on the edge of downtown, this market is the perfect place for a midday break. It offers the goodies you can find on the weekend, but be sure to get there before close in case they sell out.
  • Parking: Plenty of on-site parking
  • Space: Outdoor
Keep growing with 3 more
Asked

How much revenue do farmers markets and on-farm stores bring in across the US?
A. $1.6 million
B. $10.6 million
C. $1.9 billion
D. $2.9 billion
Lettuce have your best guess
Dogwood Home Furnishings
 
Events

Wednesday, March 29
  • Playing with Pattern: Printmaking on Bags | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 6-7:30 p.m. | District 7 Social Hall, 1170 Manchester St. Ste. 160, Lexington | $40-$44.52 | Studio Mel will be teaching the art of using hand-carved stamps to print on a canvas bag that will be yours to keep.
  • AquaVenture 2023 | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, 300 E. Third St., Lexington | Free | Stop by to see the colorful work of area artists from The Kentucky Watercolor Society’s collection.
Thursday, March 30
  • Sound Healing | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 7-8:30 p.m. | SoulRebelLex Wellness Center, 105 Dennis Dr., Lexington | $31.80 | Feel the sound waves of healing instruments such as gongs, singing bowls + chimes from local musician Ronnie Brown.
Friday, March 31
  • Meet the Easter Bunny | Friday, Mar. 31 | 5-9 p.m. | Fayette Mall, 3401 Nicholasville Rd., Lexington | Free, price of purchase | Hop in and create unforgettable memories as you welcome in a new season at the Easter Bunny’s Garden with keepsake family photos.
Saturday, April 1
  • Drunken Flea | Saturday, Apr. 1 | 12-8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $3 | Shop from dozens of vintage vendors offering everything items like home goods, books, clothing + fancy frocks.
Sunday, April 2
  • Self Care Sunday | Sunday, Apr. 2 | 3 p.m. | Old North Bar, 101 W. Loudon Ave., Lexington | Price varies | Treat yourself to $1 per minute relaxing chair massages from Manifest Massage.
Plan ahead with our community events calendar.
100+ more events
Click here to have your event featured.
 
News Notes
Weather
  • 57º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain
Closing
  • After 40 years in business, E. Stephen Hein Florist announced it will be closing this summer. Stop by to say farewell, wish Stephen a happy retirement, and shop with discounts on goods like wreaths, vases, and pots. The shop’s last day will be Friday, June 30.
Announced
  • James Beard-nominated chef Sam Fore announced the address for her first brick-and-mortar spot. Tuk Tuk Snack Shop is expected to open at the end of this summer in The Venue at 124 Malabu Dr., Ste. 110. Be sure to follow along on the restaurant’s IG page for more updates.
  • In case you missed it, Railbird Festival released the schedule for this year’s event at The Infield at Red Mile. Now tell us, who are you most excited to see play + what is your favorite song? We just might create a playlist for you.
Development
  • A new $13 million apartment complex is coming to 340 Legion Dr. off South Broadway. The building will be three stories with 105 units, a fitness center, outdoor amenities + more. Prior to demolition, the current property will be used as training grounds for the Lexington Fire Department now through Friday, April 7. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
  • Calling all caffeine lovers. The Richmond Road O’Charley’s has been demolished to make room for Arkansas-based coffee chain 7Brew, marking its second location in town. Keep an eye out for the first drive-thru spot to open later this year at 4265 Harrodsburg Rd. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Plan Ahead
  • Mark your calendars for the third annual Hat Tea on Saturday, April 15 at Fasig-Tipton. This Bluegrass high tea will feature a seasonal, four-course luncheon with soup, as well as savory and sweet bites. You’ll also be treated to a conversation with lifestyle blogger Suzanne Smith and Lexington’s own Polly Singer.
Traffic
  • According to a study by traffic data + analytics company INRIX, Lexingtonians spend the most time in traffic compared to other drivers in the state. The report also ranked Lexington No. 63 out of 280 U.S. cities regarding traffic delays. (WKYT)
Number
Drink
  • The most polished organizational item in your kitchen: the Fellow Atmos Coffee Canister, which not only looks great but keeps coffee fresh by sucking oxygen out of the jar. Pro tip: You can use it to store any snack and it will stay fresh longer.
Coming Soon

🚌 Beep, beep, let’s get moving

YMCA introduces Y on the Move
The YMCA's mini bus called Y on the Move
Y on the Move brings mental and physical health support to you. | Photo courtesy of YMCA Central Kentucky
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the YMCA mini bus.

The YMCA of Central Kentucky has launched a new program called Y on the Move, through which staff and volunteers will be able to provide food and services in the community via the new mini bus.

Services will include:
  • Educational enrichment
  • Wellness classes
  • Physical wellbeing activities
  • Games for children
  • Free wi-fi access
Y on the Move will debut next week at the Partners For Youth‘s spring break Adopt a Park events. The afternoons will feature games, music, STEAM activities, and healthy snacks.
The Wrap
 
Molly Thompson in a black shirt

Today’s Edition By:
Molly
From the Editor
Leestown Coffee announced its new spring menu and it looks delicious. I’ve been on a peanut butter kick lately, so I think my new go-to will be a half-sweet, fluffer nutter oat milk latte. What’s your go-to coffee drink? Let me know so I can try something new.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Check out our guide to kid-friendly activities.
Send Us A Scoop, Question, or Feedback     ›
Subscribe     ›
Advertise     ›
Shop     ›
 
 

Content marked with an * is paid advertising. Content marked with an ^ is created by our content studio. The company may also generate commission from affiliate links in the newsletter.

Change your preferences or unsubscribe here.

Copyright © 2023 6AM City Inc, All rights reserved.

P.O. Box 2505, Greenville, SC 29602

ADVERTISE | CAREERS | ETHICS | PRIVACY | THE BUY