07.05.2023

Today’s Forecast

89º | Sunny | 13% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:20 a.m. | Sunset 9:04 p.m.

Protect nature’s babies 🦊

Help the Enchanted Forest Wildlife Rescue save baby animals

A baby fox lays on a blanket in the grass.

Canyon is one of many baby animals that is being rehabilitated. | Photo courtesy of Enchanted Forest Wildlife Rescue of Kentucky

For most of us, summer is a season for sunshine and relaxation. For animal rescue services, it’s also baby season.

Between February and October — but especially in the summer — you’re much more likely to come across baby animals that appear sick, injured, or abandoned. Our advice: Trust the pros.

Meet Enchanted Forest Wildlife Rescue

Enchanted Forest Wildlife rehabilitates orphaned, sick, and injured animals before releasing them back to their native habitats. They also educate locals about wildlife through animal ambassadors, early educational resources, and volunteer opportunities.

Plus, with their newly gifted sanctuary in Madison County, our ecological community is only looking brighter. Ask how you can donate old comforters, pet supplies, and anything else you have lying around that could save an animal’s life.

Never guess when it comes to wildlife care. Note that Enchanted Forest can’t accept birds and is not accepting new intakes at the moment — but they’ll direct you to the proper channels. Call (859) 809-3397 and leave a detailed message. But before you do…

Assess the situation

Many animals brought into wildlife rehabilitation centers aren’t actually abandoned. An animal displaying no indicators of distress or injury may just be waiting for mom. If the animal is bleeding or obviously injured, it’s time to get the experts involved.

Be mindful of the animal’s well-being

Don’t act immediately when you’ve determined an animal is abandoned. Human contact stresses the animal and could lead to injury and disease (to you and the animal). Human food or improper feeding techniques can also cause harm. Keep a close eye, be patient, and consult Enchanted Forest or another licensed rehabilitator.

At this point, you’re in good hands. Follow their instructions to safely bring in the animal, and go cash in on your good deed for the day. Mother Nature thanks you.

Events

Wednesday, July 5

Bachata 101 | Wednesday, July 5 | 6:15-7:05 p.m. | The Salsa Center Dance Studio, 817 Lane Allen Rd., Lexington | $15-$50 | Grab a partner and learn the fundamentals of this Latin dance style.

Thursday, July 6

The Peach Truck | Thursday, July 6, Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 8:30-10 a.m. | Lexington Ice Center, 560 Eureka Springs Dr., Lexington | Price of purchase | Pre-order fresh, handpicked peaches from this iconic traveling produce truck.
Walk with a Doc | Thursday, July 6 | 9:30 a.m. | Fayette Mall, 3401 Nicholasville Rd., Lexington | Free | Walk one mile alongside neurologist Dr. Ima Ebong and learn how to exercise for brain health.

Friday, July 7

Summer Nights in Suburbia | Friday, July 7-Friday, Sept. 1 | 7-9 p.m. | MoonDance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St., Lexington | Free | Grab your lawn chairs and blankets to kick off your weekend with live music spanning various genres, plus check out local food and drink vendors.
Berea Craft Festival | Friday, July 7-Sunday, July 9 | Times vary | Indian Fort Theater, 2047 Big Hill Rd., Berea | $6 | A can’t-miss weekend of artistry, food, and entertainment, the Berea Craft Festival showcases 110+ artists from across the country working in metal, textiles, wood, ceramics, fiber, and more.*

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Community

Following major thunderstorms over the weekend, the city will open the Old Frankfort Pike Landfill today through Friday, July 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. so residents can drop off storm debris.

Opening

Local restaurant Archa Nine Thai Kitchen will open a second location this summer. Located at 4371 Old Harrodsburg Rd., the spot will serve up favorites like hot pot, crispy duck, and various curries.

Cause

Bluegrass Distillers announced that this month’s Philanthropy Barrel Partner will be Military Missions. The partnership will see the distillery donate $15 per sold bottle to Military Missions, which curates care packages for deployed service members

Lexingtonian

Doug Williams is a quarterfinalist for the Tony Hawk Skate Park Hero Contest, which encourages outdoor activity + provides communities with skate parks. Doug could win $10,000 and a chance to skate with the legend himself. The last day to vote for him is Thursday, July 6 until 10 p.m. (WKYT)

Cause

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.*

Featured Deal

Yappy Place is offering a fourth aquatic treadmill session for free when you book three paid appointments. Why do they recommend four visits in two weeks? It provides optimal exercise benefits for dogs who may be less active and need to strengthen their muscles. Snag the deal.*

Giveaway

To celebrate our revamped referral program, we’re hosting a special giveaway until Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The top referrer will receive $500, and one additional person who refers at least one friend will automatically be entered for another $100 giveaway. Find the referral section at the bottom of this newsletter.

Eat

🍦 We all scream for ice cream

Get a taste of Lexington as a flavor of ice cream

Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.

If the ice cream is strawberry, that means it counts as a serving of fruit — right? Asking for a friend. | Photo via Unsplash

Recently, we asked you to come up with a unique ice cream flavor that describes Lexington and utilizes one to three locally sourced ingredients. After reading all of your responses, it’s safe to say that our mouths are watering. Here were two of our favorites:

A bourbon and mint flavored ice cream topped with a caramel marshmallow sauce (like Modjeskas). Called “Bourbon Royale.” — Polly S.

Vanilla ice cream mixed with Buffalo Trace Bourbon and Old Kentucky Chocolates’ Thoroughbreds (caramel, pecans and chocolate). Called “Southern Delight.” — Sharon D.

The only thing we need now is a local ice cream shop to make one of these flavors a reality. Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream and Sorella Gelateria — we’re looking at you.

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Shop

It’s grilling season, and we want to make sure you are set for the summer. Elevate your grilling experience with flavors by Spicewalla.

Drink

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.

Travel

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).

Outdoors

The perfect outdoor string lights do exist, and they’ve got a secret weapon: solar power. Light up your yard with a 50-ft strand.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Aayat

From the editor

Yesterday, we rounded up some of Lexington’s many food trucks. However, we know we missed others, so let us know what your favorites are.

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