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This one’s for the moms

Treat your mother to quality time with Mother’s Day experiences in Lexington

A floral table cloth with wine, candles, and charcuterie.

Let Nini at Harkness Edwards Vineyard plan the perfect picnic. | Photo by @harknessedwardsvineyards

Whether she wants to relax or have a fun-filled day of activities, we’ve got Mother’s Day plans (for all types of moms) that are sure to delight.

Pro tip: If you’re late to the planning game, send this article to your siblings to start the conversation.

🍷 Wine + dine

Skip the dinner reservations and opt for a relaxing afternoon at Harkness Edwards Vineyard. Book a picturesque picnic at The Peach House, complete with charcuterie, and sip on local wine with a guided tasting.

A Traveling Cupcake is bringing you an opportunity to whip up something sweet with your mom with its Sugar Cookie Decorating Class at the Central Library on Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m.

A salt cave with lights, cushions, and chairs — Cozy up and relax for a spell in the Lexington Salt Cave. | Photo by LEXtoday

🛍️ Relax + shop

Treat your mom to an afternoon of relaxation by bringing them (free with your ticket purchase) to the Mother’s Day Musical Healing session at Lexington Salt Cave. You’ll enjoy the benefits of halotherapy blended with live gentle acoustic guitar music.

Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping while supporting the International Book Project at its Mother’s Day Market and Afternoon Soirée. On Saturday, May 13 from 12 to 5 p.m. peruse local vendors like Pomegranate, Gatwick Beauté Collective + Crescent Moon Creative.

🎮 Free spirit + active

Who doesn’t love a little friendly family competition? If your mom is the active type, let them try their hands (and feet) at Activate Games or put your brains together with an escape room at Breakout Games. Opt for more stationary fun at The Burl Arcade or with tabletop games at Villainous.

Did your mom also double as your chauffeur and constantly cart you to and from activities? Let them fulfill the need for speed + let loose on the track with the High-Speed Go Karts at Battle Axes.

Don’t forget to check out our guides for the dog moms, flower fanatics, and brunch lovers in your life.

Events

Monday, May 8

Preschool Art Start: No Mess Art | Monday, May 8 | 1:30-2:15 p.m. | Beaumont Branch, 3080 Fieldstone Way, Lexington | Free | Budding preschool artists ages 3-5 are invited to explore art using a variety of materials and styles.

Tuesday, May 9

BYO Vinyl Night | Tuesday, May 9 | 6-10 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Delaware Ave., Lexington | Free | Stop by for a night of board games and musical exploration + show off your killer record collection.

Wednesday, May 10

Education Day | Wednesday, May 10 | 10:15 a.m. | Counter Clocks Field, 207 Legends Ln., Lexington | $14-$65 | Bring the students out for a day of baseball as the Counter Clocks host the High Point Rockers

Thursday, May 11

Thursday Night Live | Thursday, May 11 | 5-8 p.m. | Fifth Third Bank Pavilion, 251 W. Main St., Lexington | Free | Head downtown for the perfect post-work wind down with your friends featuring live music, tasty beverages, and delicious food.

Friday, May 12

Bird Walks | Friday, May 12 | 9-11 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington | Free | Beginner + experienced nature enthusiasts are invited to explore and learn about birds of the Bluegrass with staff at Raven Run.

Saturday, May 13

Halftone Zine Fest | Saturday, May 13 | 12-5 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel, 167 W. Main St., Lexington | Free | Celebrate the art of locally-created, small batch, self-published works — known as zines — with exhibits, speakers, and a market.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Closing

The owners of Magee’s Baking Co., aka Magee’s Bakery announced that after 67 years in business, it will be closing its doors. Their final weekend serving their delicious doughnuts, croissants, cookies, and pies will be this Saturday, May 13 + Sunday, May 14.

Lexingtonian

Lexington Herald-Leader editorial cartoonist Joel Pett has been named the recipient of the 2023 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Cartoon Award. Joel submitted 15 cartoons that drew attention to social issues like income inequality + feminism. He also received this honor in 1999. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Read

Calling all book lovers. Head to the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning on Tuesday, May 23 for the next installment of the Kentucky Great Writers Series. The evening will include an exploration of dystopian worlds with Kentucky authors Silas House, Chris Begley, and Christopher Rowe.

Kids

Does your kiddo love baseball? Then let them be a part of the Counter Clocks action. The team is looking for a few bat boys + girls between the ages of 12 and 17 to help out this year. Contact the team for more details.

Number

126. That’s the number of UK student-athletes graduating this year — the largest number in school history. The graduates represent 19 different sports, as well as 19 athletes completing their master’s degrees. Go Cats. (UKNOW)

Civic

The LFUCG Urban County Council is hosting a public hearing on Tuesday, May 9 at 5 p.m. at City Hall, to discuss the expansion of Lexington’s Urban Service Boundary and the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Public comment is being accepted from 5-6:30 p.m. Community members are encouraged to attend and express their opinion. Learn more.*

Shop

She doesn’t need another bouquet of flowers — give mom the gift of learning a new language instead. Bonus: Get 55% off.*
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re helping you choose the perfect gift for your favorite educators. Show them love with Marble and Steel Craft Chocolates or a handwritten note using a Joy Paper Co. card.

Travel

Itching to take a vacation? We’re always in support of time off + self care — so we’ve rounded up five drool-worthy vacation spots to help you plan. This romantic chateau in Nova Scotia is one of our favorites on the list. See the rest.

Festival

Get outside + soak in the good vibes

Music and arts festivals this summer

Mayfest vendors offer all kinds of arts, crafts, and handmade goods. | Photo by LEXtoday

The spring and summer months bring more than sunny days and patio weather. It’s also the beginning of festival season.

From music and art to yummy eats, here’s where you can explore, enjoy, and shop outdoors in the coming months.

Mayfest Art Fair | Saturday, May 13 + Sunday, May 14 | Gratz Park | This casual, family-friendly weekend brings strolling performers, musical acts, and hundreds of artisans.
Chamber Music Festival of the Bluegrass | Friday, May 26-Sunday, May 28 | Shaker Village | Witness the talents of world-renowned musicians from New York’s Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center + two educational lectures.
Woodland Art Fair | Saturday, August 19 + Sunday, August 20 | Woodland Park | Spanning throughout the whole park, you’ll find food, drinks, and art in all forms including metalwork, woodwork, photography, ceramics, and more.

Looking to take a bite out of what Lexington’s food scene has to offer? Check out our guide to upcoming foodie happenings.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Molly

From the editor

I know this week’s forecast is not necessarily park weather, but if you need a little boost of serotonin, or color in your life, be sure to stop by to see the peonies in bloom at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate.

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