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• Barbie movie premiere at the Kentucky Theatre
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• Physiographic regions of UK Arboretum
• Rooted in Connection: Tree of Love

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• Counter Clocks stadium updates

• State of Downtown Presented by Republic Bank | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Harper Hall, 177 N. Upper St., Lexington | $30.23 | Learn more about the vitality of downtown with data-driven videos and networking with fellow community members.
• Women in Design: Christy Hiler | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Base249, 249 E. Main St., Lexington | $5-$10 | The Women in Design speaker series aims to highlight women in various sectors of the design realm.

• Twelve Lions Film Festival | Thursday, Sept. 28-Saturday, Sept. 30 | Times vary | The Kentucky Theatre, 214 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Head to our historic theater for short films, full-length features, documentaries, workshops, and animated films from emerging filmmakers.
• Wine Around the World | Thursday, Sept. 28 | Seatings available 6:45-8 p.m. | Merrick Inn, 1074 Merrick Dr., Lexington | $100 | Immerse yourself in the world of hard-to-find fine wines from France, Spain, Italy, and the US paired with gourmet appetizers.

• Harvest Moon Party | Friday, Sept. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, 5199 Combs Ferry Rd., Winchester | Free | Celebrate the Harvest Moon’s arrival with wine tastings, local vendors like food trucks, jewelry, and tarot card readings.

• Fall Kids Fun | Saturday, Sept. 30-Sunday, Oct. 1 | Times vary | Regal Cinemas, 1949 Star Shoot Pkwy., Lexington | Free | Bring the whole family out to celebrate Autumn’s magic with face-paintings, balloon artists, character performers, and more.

• The city unveiled the newest affordable housing complex yesterday, Kearney Ridge Apartments. The $43 million development features 252 units, with one, two, and three-bedroom options, a community room + pool. These are available to citizens whose income is at or below 60% of the area’s median. (WKYT)

• Wawa is coming in hot. The Pennsylvania-based gas station + convenience store chain announced 40 stores will be coming to Kentucky. So far, one is confirmed for Lexington across from Jacobson Park in the proposed Anderson Communities development at 4075 Old Richmond Rd. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• UK HealthCare + Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) are teaming up to close the employment gap for individuals with disabilities through Project SEARCH. The two entities have created the facility’s first-ever internship program where seven FCPS students are currently working at the hospital system. (WKYT)

• Calling all super spellers. UK College of Education is an official regional partner of the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Local elementary + middle school students are invited to brave the stage at the inaugural Big Blue Bee on Saturday, Mar. 2, 2024, where one winner will be sponsored by UK to advance. (UKNOW)

• This Friday, Sept. 29 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Lady Veterans Connect is hosting the Hope & Healing Conference. The free event aims to create a safe space to share, build community, and raise awareness on veteran suicide. Join the conversation.

• The Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History will celebrate 50 years this year with a celebration on Friday, Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The evening will include a five-course dinner at Fasig-Tipton and feature guest speakers Ouita Michel, UK President Eli Capilouto + Vice Mayor Dan Wu.

• Duke Energy recently selected a property in Boone and Kenton County for inclusion in the company’s 2023 Site Readiness Program, which helps communities prepare sites to attract jobs and spur economic development. Learn more about the success of this program (resulting in $2.5 billion and 5,010 new jobs since 2010 in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky) + the benefits it could bring to our community.*

• New investing apps can be a quick and easy way to make money moves right from your smartphone or watch. But to build an effective financial plan, a personal connection to a local trusted advisor is key. The team at WealthSouth, which has served the Bluegrass for more than 100 years, explains how understanding a client’s situation and ongoing conversations creates desired results — with digital tools being a service, not a plan. Learn more.*

• New autumn colorways of Shady Rays’ best-selling Allure sunglasses? Sign us up. Marigold, Aspen, Mahogany, or Sage add a subtle, autumnal pop of color to every outfit. Try them on in person at their flagship store (113 Marion, Ste. 115,), and score 30% off with our exclusive code: 6AM30.*

• Love whiskey? Join Vinovest’s exclusive whiskey investing community and own your own casks hassle-free. Sell casks for a profit, or opt to bottle them to drink.*

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• Celebrate LEXtoday’s birthday with 20% off items in our online store, Six & Main. Use code LEXBIRTHDAY at checkout.

• Freshen any room with a new candle scent from Six & Main. From floral to spicy, you’ll find the perfect scent for your space. Shop now.

• It’s here — Allure’s 2023 Best of Beauty Award Winners list. Shop Best of Skin winners and Best of Hair winners to discover today’s breakthrough beauty technology.

• Perfect for the -ber months: These stemless amber wine glasses that are dishwasher safe.

• Also perfect for the -ber months: This cozy thick knit blanket that’s buttery soft.