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Getting cool before back to school
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The Living Arts & Science Center gives kids a fun way to expand and explore their interests outside of school. | Photo courtesy of Mary Jane Speer, VisitLEX
On Wednesday, Aug. 16, thousands of kids around town will return to school with their backpacks and new-year jitters in tow. But before hopping on the sylla-bus, we’ve rounded up a few ways to get your kids excited for the Fall 2023 semester.

Events

Back to School “Sneaker Ball” | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Main Street Gym, 1321 W. Main St. | Join the African American Arts Association as they come together for a night of dancing, music, food, and more.

Poetry Under the Stars | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 6:30 p.m. | Gratz Park, 250 W. Third St. | Grab a blanket for this poetry open mic night hosted by the Lexington Youth Poetry Laureate Cohort.

Back to School Bash | Sunday, Aug. 13 | 11 a.m.-5p.m. | Jacobson Park, 4001 Athens Boonesboro Rd. | LGBTQIA+ youth and their parents are invited for a day of face painting, food, and meeting new friends.

Back to School Makers Market | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Central Bank Center, 430 W. Vine St. | Students can come out to browse local goods, gifts for teachers, and gear for themselves.

Books sit on top of a display table.

It’s easy to spend hours exploring everything Joseph-Beth has to offer. | Photo courtesy of @bookish.bones

Shop

Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 161 Lexington Green Cir. # B | Browse two floors of books, school supplies like notebooks, planners, and more.

Parent-Teacher Store, 3320 Partner Pl. Ste 104 | Parents and teachers can access a huge variety of school supplies, including arts + crafts, educational games, and books.

Six & Main, Online | Show some 859 pride by shopping all things Lexington, including t-shirts, hats, stickers, accessories, and more.

sQecial Media, 371 S. Limestone, Ste 220 | This is more than just a bookstore — it’s a lifestyle. Sort through tons of room decor, artsy school supplies, and more to ensure the best year yet.
YMCA of Central Kentucky
 
Events
Monday, Aug. 7
  • Lorissa Rinehart Book Signing | Monday, Aug. 7 | 7-8 p.m. | Joseph-Beth Bookstore, 161 Lexington Green Cir., Ste. B, Lexington | Free | Join the author as she discusses the life and legacy of Dickey Chapelle, a war correspondent during the Cold War.
Tuesday, Aug. 8
  • Big Band & Jazz | Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Ecton Park, 956 Turkey Foot Rd., Lexington | Free | Grab your chairs + picnics to enjoy live jazz music from the Marlin McKay Quartet.
  • Salsa Night | Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Lost Palm, 941 Manchester St., Lexington | Free | Dance among Lexington’s skyline while enjoying food + drinks on The Manchester’s rooftop.
Wednesday, Aug. 9
  • Spelling Bee(r) | Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 6 p.m. | Mirror Twin Brewing, 725 National Ave., Lexington | $20-$25 | Grab a beer and put your spelling knowledge to the test + help provide school supplies for children.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • We’ve got some sweet news. Vafa’s Cakery, who is known on social media for her elaborate dessert designs, will host a grand opening on Thursday, Aug. 17. Get your sweet tooth fix with muffins, cupcakes, cake pops, and more at 373 Virginia Ave. from 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Sports
  • Oscar Tshiebwe isn’t done with the Big Blue Nation just yet. The former Wildcat basketball star will host a youth basketball camp at Sports Center on Sunday, Aug. 27. While sign-ups have reached capacity, you can still join the waitlist for kids grades 1-8 to play alongside Oscar and other current players. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Cause
  • Eat Good. Do Good. That’s the motto for the Lexington Humane Society’s (LHS) fundraiser that kicks off today. Head to any participating restaurants, bars, and other venues over the next few days, and 15-25% of sales will be donated to LHS.
Art
  • The Living Arts & Sciences Center’s (LASC) newest exhibit is open. Now until Friday, Oct. 6, experience the “Future of Fashion” at this interactive gallery, which features designs from regional artists. Sashay over to LASC on Friday, Aug. 11 for the opening reception at 6 p.m.
Eat
  • La Folie, located at 111 Woodland Ave., has officially re-opened with a new menu. Enjoy French cuisine with appetizers such as escargot and main dishes like Duck a’La Orange Tuesday through Saturdays from 4-9 p.m.
Opening Soon
  • Who doesn’t love waffles? Sweet Iron, District 7 Social Hall’s newest eatery, is slated to open mid-August, and will feature a European and regional waffle-inspired menu of classics. We’ll share more details as they become available.*
Finance
  • A Banksy got everyday investors 32% returns? You read that right. Thousands of investors are smiling all the way to the bank thanks to the fine-art investing platform Masterworks. Investors have benefited from 14 sales with returns including 17.8%, 21.5%, and 35%. LEXtoday readers can skip the waitlist and join.†*
† See important Masterworks disclosures.
Try This

🚗 Mokin’ our way downtown

This ain’t no joke, Lexington is getting Moke
A MOKE electric vehicle parked in a parking lot.
Get ready to cruise country roads in style. | Photo courtesy of Paul Miller Ford
Have you ever wanted to be transported back to the 1960s, with all the modernization of the 21st century?

Look no further than Moke, an electric vehicle that is now available in Lexington. The four-door car features an open-air design, making it perfect for those scenic country roads around town. Want your own?

Paul Miller Ford, the first official distributor of Moke vehicles in Kentucky, is now accepting orders. Head to the official website to play around with countless design options including body, bumper, grill, and roll bar colors. According to Marketing Manager Nick Easterling, the average wait for custom orders to be delivered is ~160 days.

Facts about Moke:
  • Full charge in eight hours
  • Up to 40 miles of driving distance
  • Can be legally driven on roads with speed limits of 35 or less
  • Zero emissions
Schedule a test drive at Paul Miller Ford located at 975 E. New Circle Rd.
 
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Aayat Ali

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From the editor
If I were to customize my own Moke, I would go full throttle on a Halloween theme. Think: orange body and green accents. Just call me the Pumpkin King.
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