• Maple, black walnut, and vanilla iced espresso + cocktail | Lussi Brown Coffee Bar, 114 Church St. | July 7
• Pineapple, cherry + vanilla session mead | Myriad Meadery, 732 National Ave. | July 14
• Pistachio blackberry honey cake | Olive’s Apron Bakery & Tea Shop, 223 Rosemont Garden | July 21
• Bananas Foster waffles plate | Genesis Coffee House & Eatery, 1403 N. Forbes Rd., Ste. 130 | July 28

Other ways to celebrate

• Intro to Nature Photography | McConnell Springs Park | Friday, July 1
• Twilight Trek | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary | Saturday, July 8
• Community Garden Days | Castlewood Community Center | Saturday, July 18
• Garden Guild: Seed Saavy | Meadowthorpe Park | Wednesday, July 19
• Earth Lab: Solar Snacks | Charles Young Park | Tuesday, July 25

• Summer Sessions | Wednesday, June 28 | 6 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | Free | Get inspired with fellow songwriters at this jam session featuring local artists.
• Shala Unbound Book Club | Wednesday, June 28 | 6-7 p.m. | The Lexington Writers Room, 343 E. High St. Ste. #1, Lexington | Free | Explore the importance of biophilia at this discussion about “The Nature Fix” by Florence Williams.

• Thursday Night Live | Thursday, June 29-Thursday, Oct. 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Fifth Third Bank Pavilion, 251 W. Main St., Lexington | Free | Head downtown for a post-work wind down with live music from Vanguard, tasty beverages, and delicious food.
• Gentle Salty Yoga | Thursday, June 29 | 6-7 p.m. | Lexington Salt Cave, 309 N. Ashland Ave. Ste. 180-B, Lexington | $35 | This relaxing practice led by Dindy Yokel will help calm the nervous system with added benefits of Halotherapy.
• New Life Day Center Annual Fundraising Dinner | Thursday, June 29 | 6-8 p.m. | The Mane on Main, 201 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Commemorate this local homeless shelter’s accomplishments and learn how to get involved supporting its efforts.

• Straight No Chaser | Friday, June 30 | 8 p.m. | Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St., Lexington | $39-$69.50 | Hear this a cappella group’s take on yacht rock classics.

• Major updates are coming to Fayette County’s schools. While still in the early stages, the board discussed building a new $146 million Henry Clay High School, $57 million Rise STEM Academy for Girls, and $41 million school in Masterson Station. Project planning will begin this fall. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Mayor Linda Gorton unveiled the Second Chance Academy — a new initiative to help inmates with “job training and job placement.” Non-violent inmates who participate in the six-week program will learn how to create resumes, practice job interviews, and adopt new skills.

• Join L.L. Bean as they march into town with their Bootmobile today from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Head to J&H Outdoors at 189 Moore Dr. to get a boot-iful photo of the traveling shoe, plus a chance to win prizes + games.

• We’re holding out for a hero ‘til the end of the night. Friday, June 30 is the last day to submit your nominations for this year’s Lexington Unsung Heroes Ball event. Those awarded include social workers, teachers, and other vital public and civil service members.

• Did you know Ronald McDonald House serves 500+ families locally each year? Lexingtonians can show their support by donating wish list items for families calling RMH their home away from home while their children are receiving critical care. Follow them on Instagram to stay up to date on wish list needs.*

• Dreaming of a trip abroad this summer? Babbel offers lesson plans for 14 different languages spoken throughout the world. Prep for the trip of your dreams with bite-sized, 10-minute lessons that will help you start speaking a new language in just three weeks.*

• Wanna save 40-90% on flights? Sign up for Going — a free travel membership — and you can browse deals immediately (like a $300+ round trip to Barcelona).

• On a water bottle hunt? Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling insulated bottle is the Owala FreeSip — it’s thoughtfully designed, leak proof, and keeps drinks cold.

• Decorating tip: Show your patio some love with a cute and colorful area rug. We love this outdoor-friendly geometric green one.

• Looking to support small businesses? Shop our online store, Six & Main, for all of your summer essentials.