02.05.2024

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53° | Sunny | 6% chance of rain
Sunrise 7:38 a.m. | Sunset 6:05 p.m.

🍻 Something’s a-brewin’

See what’s brewing at The Burl campus

A red sign above a building that says "Burl Brew"

Burl Brew hopes to be the ideal spot to watch the big game, whatever it may be. | Photo by LEXtoday

Something brew-tiful is coming to The Burl’s campus in the Distillery District. Say hello to Burl Brew, a new craft brewery that aims to become your new go-to spot for the big game.

“The addition of the brewery will not only bring craft beer to the Burl campus, but also a new place to watch sports. With a fusion of beer and sports, we hope we can get more people interested in what we’re doing at the Burl campus,” said co-owner Jomo Thompson.

Sitting adjacent to the music venue and arcade, Burl Brew will operate as a microbrewery to make its own line of beers, while also featuring a signature cocktail menu.

JR Redmon, head brewer, said he can’t wait to release what they have been working on behind-the-scenes.

“The lineup is a culmination of my skill set that I’ve grown over the years. We have been meticulously brewing this beer and I’m excited to bring something new and refreshing to Lexington,” said Redmon.

Beer taps with a stained glass design. — Burl Brew wants to eventually serve up 16 beers + ciders. | Photo courtesy of @burlbrew

🍺 The beers

While the team hopes to eventually have 16 beers + ciders, here’s what you can sip on when the doors open Friday, March 1:

Burl Lite — Light American lager
Burl Gold — Italian dry pilsner
Burl IPA — American IPA
Burl Haze — New England-style IPA
Burl Tango — Citrus wheat ale
Burl Harvest — Belgium table

Coming soon will be an international amber lager, Burl Amber.

A bar featuring multple chairs, a sign that reads "Welcome to Burl Brew!", and stained glass fixtures. — Hey, teachers. You’ve worked hard today, kick back with a cold one. | Photo courtesy of @burlbrew

📺 The space

Upon entry into the 6,500-sqft taproom, you’ll be greeted with:

A 30-seat bar made from a single oak tree
Table seating
A 3,500-sqft outdoor patio
A TV wall, including seven screens + surround sound

Additionally, a new food concept will be joining the campus: Lucy’s Kitchen. Here, you can expect a fresh twist on favorite bar fare like burgers, quesadillas, and wings.

Events

Monday, Feb. 5

Discover: Potato Chip Taste Test | Monday, Feb. 5 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Lexington Public Library - Beaumont Branch, 3080 Fieldstone Way, Lexington | Free | Kids are invited to learn about George Crum, creator of the potato chip, then try a variety of flavors + vote for their favorite.

Tuesday, Feb. 6

Strength Workout | Tuesday, Feb. 6-Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 6 p.m. | Cannabuzz Bar & Dispensary, 938 Manchester St., Lexington | Free | Join MADabolic for a 50-minute strength workout, followed by infused mocktails to help you recover + reset.

Wednesday, Feb. 7

Beginner’s Crochet Class | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Ephemeral Florals, 615 W. Short St., Lexington | $25 | Learn the basics of single, double, and treble crochet techniques to make your own sunflower granny square.

Thursday, Feb. 8

Valentines & Galentines | Thursday, Feb. 8-Wednesday, Feb. 14 | Times vary | Wick + Mortar Studio, 526 E. High St., Lexington | $45 | Bring your significant other or besties for a candle-making class, plus enjoy a complimentary Cupid Cosmo or Love Bomb Jello Shot.

Events calendar here

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Sports

🏈 Super essentials for game day

A rotating gif of Super Bowl game day essentials, including tees that support Taylor and a slow cooker buffet.

It’s Super Bowl LVIII: Taylor’s Version. | Photos via Amazon

Ready for Super Bowl Sunday? Gear up for hosting, snacking, and cheering on ~~Taylor’s boyfriend~~ your favorite team with game day essentials.

Chill drinks in a “Cheers” beverage tub.
These football-themed paper food trays and liner napkins are perfect to serve a crowd.
This triple slow cooker buffet lets you keep multiple dishes warm.
Swifties can sport a best-selling “Go Taylor’s Boyfriend” tee or this “Taylor’s Version” NFL crewneck.
Rooting for the 49ers? Display this 49ers flag.

News Notes

Try This

Screen Door Press, UK’s new publishing imprint, is accepting submissions from Black fictional writers to be published until Friday, March 15. The brand, which is edited by local author Crystal Wilkinson, will choose two writers for publication, who will each receive $5,000. (UKNOW)

Watch

The Lyric Theater will host the premiere of “Becoming bell hooks,” a new documentary highlighting the life + legacy of the internationally acclaimed Kentucky-born author. Those interested in attending the event on Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. should register beforehand — or you can catch it on KET on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

Biz

Lexington Social Services is looking for businesses to train and employ youth workers this summer. Through the program, 300 high schoolers will be matched with organizations to work 20 hours a week, June 10-July 19. The pay will be $15 an hour + paid by LFUCG. Interested businesses are encouraged to apply.

Eat

Still looking for plans for that special someone this Valentine’s Day? Feed + Supply is hosting its Crowded Table Dinner Series, coined as a “love letter to food.” Each session is $125 per person and will consist of five courses, followed by a social hour.

Asked

Do you have a local love story? Submit your memories to our local love map by Friday, Feb. 9 for a chance to be featured in the newsletter. Psst — putting your love on the map makes a nice surprise for your sweetheart.

Development

🏗️ Meet Hamburg East

Hamburg continues to expand with new development in the works

A rendering of what the entrance to Hamburg East will look like, featuring a sidewalk, crosswalk, greenery, and a sign that says "Hamburg East."

This rendering shows what the entrance to Hamburg East will look like from Polo Club Boulevard. | Rendering courtesy of Cowgill Inc.

Lexington-based company Cowgill Inc. has signed on to build a new mixed-use development in Hamburg.

Coined Hamburg East, the 44-acre tract of land will join the new 41-acre UK Healthcare medical facility at the intersection of I-75/64 and Winchester Road, and construction is set to begin immediately.

Fun fact: This is one of the last corners of the interstate system available for commercial development in Fayette County’s Urban Services area.

Hamburg East is expected to include:

Apartments
Green spaces
Hotels
Retail spaces
Restaurants

“The addition of UK HealthCare and Hamburg East will prove to be a major benefit to both that part of the Lexington community, as well as for the people of Central and Eastern Kentucky,” said Joe Brumley, vice president for acquisition at Cowgill.

The Buy

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These cowgirl boot stir sticks from Coco Cadeaux’s collection. They’re festive, pink, and perfect for your Galentine’s Day celebration (bonus: they’re also BPA free).

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I finally went to Comedy Off Broadway (for the first time ever) to see the lovely Zainab Johnson over the weekend, and I cannot express how great of a time I had. Be sure to check out its upcoming shows.

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