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Events
Friday, April 7
  • Love Your Selfie | Friday, Apr. 7 | 4:30-9:30 p.m. | The Illusion Selfie Studio + VRcade, 161 Lexington Green Cir., Ste. 115, Lexington | $20-$25 | Feel empowered with other women while enjoying a scavenger hunt, food truck eats, a live DJ + more.
  • Spring Block Party | Friday, Apr. 7 | 5-9 p.m. | Greyline Station, 101 W. Loudon Ave., Lexington | Free | Shop from local vendors, pose for photos with the Easter Bunny, and bring donations of new or gently used games + kids’ activities for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass.
  • Fantastic Negrito | Friday, Apr. 7 | 8 p.m. | The Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 300 E. Third St., Lexington | $32-$52 | The Grammy Award-winning artist takes the stage in support of his album + short film “White Jesus Black Problems,” which will be followed by a Q+A.
  • Late Nights at Red Mile | Friday, April 7-Monday, Oct. 2 | 11 p.m. | Red Mile Gaming & Racing, 1101 Winbak Way, Lexington | Free | Don’t miss Late Night Breakfast with $5 food, late night drawings, live music + more.*
Saturday, April 8
  • Lowe’s SpringFest Egg-Venture | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lowe’s Home Improvement, 200 Old Todds Rd., Lexington | Free | Snag some candy, pose for an Easter-themed photo, and enter for a chance to win prizes.
  • Kentucky Ballet Theatre Presents: The Wizard of Oz | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 2-7 p.m. | Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St., Lexington | $32-$50 | See the classic tale of Dorothy’s adventure to Oz portrayed through dance from the Kentucky Ballet Theatre.
  • Boa Boys | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $18 | Louisville psych rockers head to town for a night of groovy, funky sounds.
Saturday, April 15
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🍃 A conversation with law enforcement about CBD, Delta-9, and hemp
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Hometown Hero is asking the questions we all want to know the answers to. | Photo by Hometown Hero
As 4/20 approaches, Hometown Hero is asking law enforcement all the need-to-know questions about the legalities of CBD, Delta-9, and hemp.

Questions like:
  • Can police testing kits tell the difference between marijuana and hemp-derived THC?
  • Have K9 units adapted to hemp legalization?
  • What could you expect if you get pulled over with a bag of gummies?
Partaking? Get a free sample in time for 4/20 if you order by April 9.*
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Please note: Hometown Hero advises consumers to read the company’s terms & conditions, consult a physician before trying products, start only with small amounts, and to not consume Delta-9 before driving or before a drug test. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by LEXtoday.
News Notes
Arts
  • LexArts has announced this year’s Maker’s Mark x Keeneland collector bottles will hit the shelves today, just in time for the 2023 Keeneland Spring Meet. This will be the ninth and final contribution from artists Tyler Robertson, Andre Pater, and Sandra Oppegard for the collaboration.
Closing
  • Laura Lou Patisserie will be winding down its business at Nate’s Coffee in The Grove. Any orders or scheduled classes will still be honored before the shop officially closes down over the next few weeks. But don’t fret if you’ll miss Laura’s sweet treats — Natalia’s Pastry Shop will soon take over the spot.
Environment
  • A UK research team is exploring how to repair bridges around the state — with human hair. Yep, researchers from the College of Engineering are identifying sustainable resources to construct concrete. Using hair as fiber reinforcement, they have been able to mix leftover trimmings with binders, thus creating sheets of concrete. (The Lane Report)
Civic
  • We all know the struggle that is New Circle Road. Now, CivicLEX + Division of Planning’s Imagine New Circle Road want your input on it. Take this survey to give feedback on improvements like beautification, traffic, and walkability along North New Circle Road between Winchester and Richmond Roads.
Try This
Travel
  • If you’re flying to Dallas via American Airlines from Bluegrass Airport in the coming weeks, you’ll notice major upgrades. Now, passengers will be able to hop on an Airbus A319, featuring 128 seats + a first-class cabin.
  • What’s your vacation vibe — coastal, lavish, or off the beaten path? For something coastal, check out these stunning oceanfront views in Hilton Head, SC. For a lavish stay, you’ll love this award-winning vacation home in Palm Springs, CA. And for something off the beaten path, peep this modern cabin with views of Mount Rainier, WA.
 
Drink

Coffee and convenience: the perfect match
Construction workers lower the new 7 Brew building.
Coffee and kindness are a pretty good pair. | Photo by Brook Farrell
Thanks to their Arkansas roots, 7 Brew understands the need for Southern hospitality in the morning.

When patrons pull in to the new 7 Brew drive-thru at 4265 Harrodsburg Rd. in mid-May, they’ll be greeted by a person — not a menu board — to take their order + offer a side of kindness (which can be a rarity in the mornings).

The coffee shop will be slinging your favorites like lattes, smoothies, and even their own label energy drink, but the only food they serve are muffin tops so customers can make it to work on time.

“We have over 20,000 drink combinations when it comes to our flavors and what kind of drinks we offer,” Lexington regional manager Braxton Jones told us.

A second 7 Brew location will be coming to the former O’Charley’s along Richmond Road. We’ll keep you updated when that is expected to open.
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