Plus, the Chevy Chase Street Fair returns on Saturday.
 
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💅 Pretty in pink

Pink houses in Lexington

A pink house with a wrap around porch and white columns.
We think Barbie would love living on this picturesque street. | Photo by LEXtoday
We’re seeing pink, and it’s not because of Mattel. We found four picturesque pink houses in Lexington giving us all the Barbie vibes (after all, the movie does premiere today).

The Pink House, 218 S. Ashland Ave.

This Chevy Chase stunner hit the market this week for the first time in 30+ years, but a sale is already pending. We still can’t help but daydream about this 19th century home.

Why Barbie would love it:
  • 4 BD | 3 BA | 3,894 sqft
  • Original hardwoods + soaring ceilings
  • Wrap-around porch
  • French doors leading to the light-filled kitchen
  • Spacious backyard with large stone patio
A pink and a blue house with red and orange tulips in front

We like to think these are Barbie + Ken’s houses. | Photo courtesy of VisitLex

The Pink House on Market, 220 Market St.

It’s hard to open your Instagram feed without seeing a local influencer posing in front of these iconic Gratz Park houses. Fun fact: The pink one was built in the early 1800s + the current owners, who bought the house in 2000, have committed to keeping it that precious pop of pink.

Why Barbie would love it:
  • 3 BD | 3 BA | 3,894 sqft
  • The ideal spot for those Instagrammable moments with Skipper + Ken
  • Just a couple of blocks away from dozens of downtown attractions
  • Gratz Park is the perfect place for a picnic
A pink house with steps in front of it and white columns

Be a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world. | Photo via Airbnb

The Grand Pink Bungalow, Downtown Lexington

This is the ultimate girlie getaway in the heart of downtown Lexington, perfect for a staycation or bachelorette party.

Why Barbie would love it:
  • 3 BD | 1 BA
  • Fun wallpaper + pops of color throughout
  • Walking distance to local breweries and restaurants
  • Unique private primary bedroom upstairs

301 Wilson Downing Rd.

Now this is a house we can’t forget to mention. Lifelong Lexingtonian + reader Roseanne M. shared with us that at one point, the iconically pink house was change to beige. “Then eventually they changed it back too pink,” she said. “It started out as light pink, and then the older the owner got, the darker the pink became.”

Why Barbie would love it:
  • 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,326 sqft
  • It’s proximity to great shopping + restaurants
  • The fence will keep her safe while persuing her hobbies
 
Events
Friday, July 21
  • Art on the Town | Friday, July 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Tandy Park, 251 W. Main St., Lexington | Free | Listen to live music by the Bryant Carter Project while shopping from local artists + makers.
  • BGCF365 Summer Social | Friday, July 21 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Trifecta Glass Art Lounge, 243 Walton Ave., Lexington | Free | Connect with members of the Blue Grass Community Foundation while watching live glassblowing + enjoying craft cocktails.
  • Moonlight Yoga Flow | Friday, July 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Woodland Park, 601 E. High St., Lexington | $10 | Reflecting on the power of self-healing and manifestation with a yoga flow + group discussion.
Saturday, July 22
  • Blackberry Festival | Saturday, July 22-Sunday, July 23 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Eckert’s Orchard, 1396 Pinckard Pike, Lexington | $0-$6 | This old-fashioned festival will feature activities like yard games, push pedal carts, a petting farm, and of course — blackberries.
  • Chevy Chase Street Fair | Saturday, July 22 | 4-10 p.m. | Chevy Chase, Euclid Ave., Lexington | Free | Bring the whole family out to browse 30+ vendors, listen to live music, and enjoy street food.
  • Midway Summer Block Party | Saturday, July 22 | 6-10 p.m. | Downtown Midway, 100 N. Winter St., Lexington | Free | Check out local craft, food, and beverage vendors + community organizations set up throughout downtown.
Sunday, July 23
  • Tree Walk | Sunday, July 23 | 2-3 p.m. | McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln., Lexington | Free | Join parks staff on a guided walk to learn about + identify common trees of the Bluegrass.
  • Tahlsound | Sunday, July 23 | 5-9 p.m. | Oleika Temple Great Lawn, 302 Southland Dr., Lexington | Free | Get your live music fix in Southland, featuring local and regional musicians, food + drink vendors, as well as arts + crafts in the Kid’s Corner.
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News Notes
Drink
  • Let’s keep this Barbie theme going. Our friends at the Herald-Leader have rounded up pink food and drink specials around town. Think: Malibu Dream House Sundae from Crank & Boom, Pink Lemonade Pie Ale from Rock House Brewing + more. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Cause
  • We’ll have a slice of that. Now until Saturday, August 26, use the promo code KCHKIDS to receive 20% off your Papa John’s pizza order. Bonus: The 20% will then be donated to support the Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Reach out to us if you’d like the list of participating locations.
Pets
  • This one’s made fur summer days. Support the Lexington Humane Society and reserve your pup’s spot for the 2023 Doggie Paddle at Southland Pool on Saturday, Aug. 19. There will be fun for both canines and humans with pet-related vendors + merchandise.
Legacy
  • Beloved Baptist Health OB-GYN Dr. John Barton died Tuesday morning at 65 after a battle with cancer. Dr. Barton — a Fayette County native — helped deliver thousands of babies + pioneered the perinatal program for high-risk pregnancies. Remember his legacy as you read these beautiful tributes. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Gallery
  • Stop by the Central Library’s Main Gallery now until Sunday, Sept. 10 to see the new exhibit “Dressing the Character: The intersection of art and education in the College of Fine Arts Costume Studio.” Here, you’ll see costumes from the UK Department of Theatre and Dance’s productions from the past decade. (UKNOW)
Art
  • Congratulations to local artist Derek King Jr. who was selected to help spruce up the Fayette County Detention Center. King’s work — which aims to provide a sense of calm — will be featured on a 400-sqft wall in the officer dining room. (WEKU)
Beauty
  • There are only 10 days left to vote for Dr. Paul Hester in the 2023 Aesthetic Awards for “Best Non-surgical Facial Enhancement Award.” Want to see him win? Vote now through Monday, July 31.*
Learn
  • Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you need to stop learning, growing + taking cool classes for fun. Enter: The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of Kentucky, which offers a variety of courses and activities for adults 50+. Registration for annual memberships will be available online on Wednesday, Aug. 2 + Thursday, Aug. 3 — don’t miss out.*
Wellness
Announced
  • Congratulations to Kristen K. and Stan M., the winners of our referral program giveaway. Did you know you can be rewarded for spreading the word about the newsletter? You can look forward to special items such as hats, mugs, and more. Find the referral section above The Wrap each day.
Edu

New year, new logo

Fayette County Public Schools releases new branding

A dark blue background with a white logo featuring a crest
New year, new logo. | Logo provided by FCPS
Fayette County Public Schools has a new look. Reflecting the school district’s 2022-27 Strategic Plan, “A New Way Forward,” the logo highlights the progress towards its goal of a top-tier educational experience for students.

Let’s take a closer look at the emblem, piece by piece.
  • Crest shape: It’s the same shape as Marquis de Lafayette family’s crest, which is where we get the name Fayette County.
  • Fence: We know it can’t be a representation of Lexington without at least one reference to our horse farms.
  • Pencil, book, and diploma: These represent students’ journeys from learning to read + write, then on to graduation.
  • Stars + globe: Signifying the North Star and FCPS commitment to guiding students through school and preparing for the global community.
Find more details about the inspiration + timing for the change on FCPS’s new website.
 
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Molly

From the editor
I’m a sucker for a street fair + downtown festival so I feel like this weekend is my Super Bowl. Here’s what’s on my to-do list this weekend: Cole’s for Restaurant Week, Chevy Chase Street Fair, + of course, “Barbie.”
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