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Wild, wonderful Woodford County

A day trip to Woodford County
Molly and Aayat standing in the dining room at The Glitz with twinkly lights and ornaments
Happy to fill the role of ladies who lunch. | Photo by LEXtoday
In honor of Hallmark movie season, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to shine a light on our own sweet small town neighbors in Woodford County. After all, Midway is a legitimate Hallmark movie town thanks to 2019’s “Midway to Love.”

Whether you want a quick day trip or a mini getaway, here’s everything you need to know about the area + our insider recommendations.

A shot of downtown Midway from the street corner with colorful awnings.

Find local shops, restaurants, and museums in downtown Midway. | Photo by @jimbobarnett

Midway

Things to do
Bluegrass Distillers at Elkwood Farm, 158 W. Leestown Rd. | See the newly restored 1830s mansion + farm property, which will also debut its “grain to glass” experience in early 2024.

Grub to eat
Gibson’s, 131 E. Main St. | The fully loaded menu with pastas, steaks, and salads has something for everyone, plus the downstairs tavern is open late with karaoke on Saturdays.

Midway Bakery, 510 S. Winter St. | Satisfy your sweet tooth with a variety of freshly baked pies, cookies, brownies, and breads.

A historical marker for Watkins Tavern in front of downtown Versailles

We love the reuse of historical buildings in Versailles’ downtown. | Photo by LEXtoday

Versailles

Things to do
Woodford Reserve, 7785 McCracken Pike | Tour the beautiful grounds, learn about the distilling process, and toast to the good life at one of the leading bourbon brands in the Bluegrass.

Bites of the Bluegrass, Locations vary | Explore the flavors of Woodford County with Chef Ouita Michel on the Just a Few Miles South Culinary Tour.

Grub to eat
J&B Food Mart, 200 Lexington St. | Don’t let its gas station location deter you, word from a local is that this place has the best fried chicken.

The Glitz, 4205 Fords Mill Rd. | A true treat for all the senses, you’ll enjoy a three-course meal among the glittering bright lights and decor. The family-owned restaurant is hidden below the unique antiques of the Irish Acres Gallery.

Local sips
The Amsden Bourbon Bar, 106 Court St. | Here’s where you can find the perfect nightcap with 100+ bourbons, specialty cocktails, wine, and beer.
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    Events
    Wednesday, Nov. 8
    • Maker’s Mark Bourbon Tasting | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Georgie’s Social House, 161 N. Limestone, Lexington | $69.82 | Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your bourbon journey, join this intimate tasting + presentation with Maker’s Mark Diplomat Chaz Fister.
    • UK Trumpet Ensembles | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Singletary Recital Hall, 405 Rose St., Lexington | Free | See lively performances from UK’s Modern and Baroque Trumpet Ensembles.
    Thursday, Nov. 9
    • Moss Wall Workshop | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Greyline Station, 101 W. Loudon Ave., Lexington | $85 | The team at Forage will guide you in creating your own textured greenery wall art with moss — supplies + light drinks included.
    Friday, Nov. 10
    • Bird Walks | Friday, Nov. 10 | 9-11 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington | Free | This monthly program will take you out in nature to explore the birds throughout our Central Kentucky region.
    • Lauren Mink + Dale Adams Live | Friday, Nov. 10 | 7-10 p.m. | The Rackhouse Tavern, 1375 S. Broadway, Lexington | Free | Kick off your weekend with live local tunes, good food, good sips, and good times.
    Saturday, Nov. 11
    • Long Hike | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Floracliff Nature Sanctuary, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Rd., Lexington | $17.85 | This moderate to strenuous four-mile hike will give you time to ponder the scenic forest views of mid-autumn + explore trails — wear layers and BYO lunch.
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    News Notes
    Civic
    • First things first, props to you for making your voice heard this year. You’ve done your civic duty + now you’re probably wondering about the winners. Don’t fret — it’s easy to follow along. The Kentucky Board of Elections has an unofficial general election results tracker that will be updated in real time as in-person and mail-in votes are counted.
    Open
    • In case you needed another reason to check out Beaumont, say hello to Beau’s Cafe, which opened late last month. Located at 3191 Beaumont Centre Cir., this breakfast + lunch spot is open Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. with a menu full of sandwiches, bowls, coffees, and fresh-pressed juices.
    Closing
    • Broomwagon Bikes + Cafe announced that this Saturday, Nov. 11 will be the last day for its food service. It will still offer coffee and smoothies through the end of the year, but will make room for a prospective new restaurant to take over its cafe in the new year.
    Ranked
    • According a recent WalletHub survey, Lexington is one of the best cities to visit for Thanksgiving. The finance website used 18 metrics to determine the rankings including affordability, weather forecast, celebrations, and traditions. The Horse Capital of the World was ranked No. 41.
    Holiday
    • The annual Hillenmeyer Christmas Shop will make its debut on Monday, Nov. 20, at Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate. The holiday favorite will be open seven days a week, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. + feature the usuals like hot cider, decor, and manger animals on the weekends. However, see which key character will be missing.
    Cause
    • Head to the Kentucky Theatre tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 9 to celebrate five years of CivicLex. The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour to connect with fellow community members, followed by a showing of the film, “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.”
    Biz
    • Small Business Saturday is just around the corner — Nov. 25, to be exact. What local businesses will you be supporting + which local deals should we check out? Let us know and we may feature your recommendation in an upcoming newsletter.
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    Real Estate

    Wake up to waterfront views

    Luxury apartments are coming to Lake Fontaine
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    The Landing at Lakewood Harbour will feature 100 lakeside units. | Renderings courtesy of AMGKY
    More lakeside living is coming to Lexington.

    Say hello to The Landing at Lakewood Harbour. Located at 519 Laketower Dr. along Reservoir No. 2, the new high-end mid-rise apartments are expected to open Fall 2024.

    The five-story, 100-unit complex is being developed + operated by Andover Management Group. All units will feature lakeside views with floor plans ranging from 850 to 1,950 sqft.

    In addition to condo-grade finishings, other amenities include:
    • 10- to 12-ft ceilings
    • Hardwood-style flooring
    • Private balconies
    • Poolside wine bars
    • Pergola-covered outdoor seating
    • A dog park
    • Common areas with fire pits
    • Two amenity decks
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