Changes coming to public comments

• A digital sign-in process for those who wish to make public comments.
• Reducing how many speakers can yield their time to one person from four to two, bringing total speaking time from 15 minutes to nine minutes.
• Adding security measures which would limit the public from using USB drives.

A new webpage

• Finding your local council member
• Transportation + parking
• Visiting government buildings
• Volunteer opportunities
• Watching previous and live meetings

What’s next

• Tates Creek Birdies | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 8:45 a.m. | Tates Creek Golf Course, 1400 Gainesway Dr., Lexington | Free | Join fellow birders as they explore different species during the height of the fall migration period.

• Southland Jamboree | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater, 1152 Monarch St., Lexington | Free | Grab a lawn chair and head to this outdoor concert featuring music from regional Bluegrass artists.
• Thursdays on the Ave | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 9 p.m. | Myriad Meadery, 732 National Ave., Lexington | $5 | Sample different flavors of mead while enjoying music from DJ KnockOut.

• Salsa Under the Stars | Friday, Aug. 25 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle, 230 Pisgah Pike, Versailles | $46 | Enjoy the summer breeze as you dance the night away while enjoying bites + drinks.
• The 502s (Outdoor Show) | Friday, Aug. 25 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $30 | Come hear the tunes of this viral Florida-based “folk orchestra” indie band.

• From the Front Porch | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Isaac Murphy Art Garden, 577 E. Third St., Lexington | Free | Head to the historic East End to enjoy live jazz music from Keith McCutchens, plus food + drinks from local food trucks.
• Meet the NEIGHbors | Saturday, Aug. 26-Sunday, Aug. 27 | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Horse Country, 321 Merino St., Lexington | Free | Join Horse Country for a free horse farm tour, where you’ll be able to meet famous stallions, peek behind the scenes at an equine medical clinic, and even meet sweet foals and yearlings.*

• Alexander Campbell Jr., the brains behind several of our public parks, died last week. The Lexingtonian was instrumental in developing Triangle + Thoroughbred Parks, as well as the skate park at Woodland Park. Visitation will take place on Friday, Aug. 25 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Milward Funeral Home. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Hop on the Bluegrass Parkway, and head to Lawrenceburg — home of Four Roses bourbon. In honor of its upcoming 135th birthday, the distiller is releasing a blend that features its oldest bourbon ever. The small batch will be available on Friday, Sept. 15, but sign up now to enter the lottery. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• The Kenwick neighborhood is hosting its inaugural Porch Fest Music Festival this Saturday, Aug. 26. From 4 to 8 p.m., you can enjoy 25+ local musicians as they play from their front porches. Swing by Kenwick Table at 201 Owsley Ave. for a drink + bites before the music begins.

• Lex Rage offers a safe space to release your frustrations, but it’s asking the public to help replenish its stock. If you have any old electronics or furniture (think: TVs, fax machines, typewriters, etc.), contact the team to inquire about donating. (LEX18)

• The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass is asking for help with its dinner service. Throughout September, the organization is looking for residents to come cook dinners for families while their children are in the hospital. Contact Jillian Pyatte to learn more + apply.

• Need a wardrobe refresh? West Sixth will be hosting a yard sale throughout Labor Day weekend. Head to the taproom at 501 W. 6th St. Saturday, Sept. 2-Monday, Sept. 4 to shop discounted apparel, glasses, and enjoy drink specials.

• Duke Energy understands affordability is top of mind for our communities. That’s why they’ve applied for federal funding to improve grid resiliency through projects like pole and equipment upgrades, vegetation management, and battery storage integration. Bonus: They’re also working to advance the production, storage, transport, and delivery of hydrogen as part of the Southeast Hydrogen Hub coalition.*

• Shady Rays has added a new product to their wildly popular Tangle Free lineup. The Aston glasses are an on-trend, round-lens wire frame that features the brand’s patent-pending, no-snag nosepiece. Code 6AM30 scores 30% off.*

• Dunbar Community Center, 545 N. Upper St. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Tates Creek Golf Course, 1400 Gainesway Dr. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-dark
• Picadome Golf Course, 469 Parkway Dr. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-dark
• Lexington Senior Center, 195 Life Ln. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

• Lighthouse Ministries, 190 Spruce St. | Days, 12-6 p.m.
• New Life Day Center, 224 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. | Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. + Saturday, 8:30-11 a.m.

• Ready to tailgate? Our online shop, Six & Main, has you covered. Spice up your game-day burgers with Spicewalla’s 3-Pack Grill Lovers Collection.

• Find your new favorite scents this fall from our candle brands such as Wixology and Corridor Candle Co. Shop now at Six & Main.

• Socks mysteriously eaten by your washing machine again? Yeah, us too. Try these women’s no-show socks — a bestselling sock with 50,000+ five-star reviews.

• These pop-up soccer goals make the most of time outdoors with the kids or grandkids. Easily set them up, then just as easily put away and store.

• The piece of furniture we’re drooling over: this Poly & Bark leather ottoman pouf in cognac brown. Hello, soft leather and beautiful living room.