Plus, learn about the new youth drumming nonprofit, M'Power Rhythm.
 
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We’ve got an attitude of gratitude

What Lexingtonians are grateful for this year
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Gratitude from our heart shines like the light coming from ole Abe. | Photo by LEXtoday
In a recent newsletter + on Instagram, we asked, “What are you thankful for this year?” Today, we’re sharing those answers and how you can get in on the local gratitude.

“Our amazing community that we get to serve our traditional and unique Japanese cuisine too!” — @omakaselex
“My sweet, supportive, and incredibly hilarious girl gang!” — Reader Caitlyn E.
“Always thankful for my wonderful wife.” — @maxiu1972
“Good health, friends, bourbon, and horses.” — Reader Terry A.
“Our first responders, fire fighters, and police.” — Reader Maryellen H.
Many of you mentioned that you are thankful for us, so excuse us while we cry tears of joy. Without our dedicated readers, followers, small businesses + local creatives, we wouldn’t be here. We’re grateful for Y-O-U.
 
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 22
  • Sixth Annual Pinsgiving | Wednesday, Nov. 22 | 6 p.m. | The Burl Arcade, 369 Thompson Rd., Lexington | Free | Make spirits bright with free pinball all night + special price pours of bourbons like Weller and Old Rip Van Winkle.
Thursday, Nov. 23
  • Vinyasa Yoga | Thursday, Nov. 23 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Creative Yoga, 660 E. Main St., Lexington | $21.20 | Take a moment to connect with yourself and fellow community members before the holiday hustle + bustle with a heated flow class.
Friday, Nov. 24
  • A Night of Remembrance for Jimmy Buffett | Friday, Nov. 24 | 8-11 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $12-$35 | Escape Black Friday madness with this Jimmy Buffett tribute — a limited number of seated tickets are available, so grab yours before they’re gone.
Saturday, Nov. 25
  • Blessing of the Hounds | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 9-10 a.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $8-$16 | Warm up with a winter breakfast alongside the outdoor fire pits to witness the ceremonial approach of riders and hounds for the blessing.
  • Santa’s Arrival by Train | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Downtown Midway, 124 E. Main St., Midway | Free | Get ready for a full day of holiday magic including visits with Santa, hot cocoa, snacks, and local shopping.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • The owners + chefs of East End Tap & Table are bringing a new concept to the Chevy Chase area. Rise N’ Brine Chicken Biscuits will open at 331 Romany Rd. and aims to create Kentucky’s finest chicken biscuits. We’ll keep you posted as soon as more details are announced.
Community
  • “Food for Fines” is back. Now through Friday, Dec. 15, LEXPARK will accept 10 cans of food in exchange for $15 off any outstanding citations. Think: 14-oz canned fruits, veggies, beans, meat, and peanut butter. Donations can be dropped off at LEXPARK offices, 122 N. Broadway.
Plan Ahead
  • On Thursday, Nov. 30, the Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library will host two tenants and landlords’ rights and responsibilities workshops at 10 a.m. + 4 p.m. Attendees will hear from various organizations, including the Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass.
Civic
  • Partners for Youth will begin accepting applications for its Grassroots Grants Program on Friday, Dec. 1. Organizations that help develop individual skills, promote healthy lifestyles, and address violence prevention for children are encouraged to apply to receive funding + resources.
Featured
  • Do you love Lexington as much as we do? Then cast your votes for the Horse Capital of the World for TRAVEL + LEISURE’s 2024 World’s Best Awards. Bonus: By sharing your thoughts on why Lexington is the best, you’ll be entered to win various prizes.
Legacy
  • Charles “Jock” Sutherland, the legendary Lafayette men’s basketball coach, who also had a short stint as Alabama’s assistant, died on Monday at age 95. Sutherland was a Kentucky Sports Hall of Famer as well as a color analyst and commentator for WLVK in Lexington and WHAS in Louisville. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Shop
  • Have an active loved one on your shopping list? Upway delivers rigorously inspected, certified, and 99% pre-assembled ebikes from top brands (think: Specialized, Aventon, and Super73) directly to your doorstep. Get up to $1,200 off for Black Friday, and score free express shipping with code TREE.*
 
Cause

🥁 Two drums up

M’Power Rhythm aims to empower local youth through African drumming
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M’Power Rhythm founders Tripp Bratton, left, and Leslie Stamatis, right, pose with members of the performance ensemble. | Photo courtesy of M’Power Rhythm
Thanks to a grant from ONE Lexington, a new local nonprofit has popped up on the scene that uses music as a tool to empower our youth. Say hello to M’Power Rhythm.

Co-founded by master drummer Tripp Bratton + educator Leslie Stamatis, the organization aims to build community and honor culture through ensemble African drumming.

“For decades we’ve watched youth feel the joy, creativity, and team spirit arising from African drumming,” Bratton said.

Now, the group wants to use the grant to host in-school workshops in 2024 + drum up interest for more students to join.

The group has already held performances for friends and family at The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Center + Dunbar Community Center. The founders hope to share the unique music style and continue growing their core group of performers. Middle schools who would like to host a workshop can contact Stamatis via email.
The Buy

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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
If you’re looking for some new recipes to show off to the family this holiday season, check out local sugar flower artist, Alex Narramore. She has recently launched a Substack where you can find all kinds of fun how-tos for cocktails, desserts, side dishes + more.
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