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🍽️ A new kind of dining club

Meet the private dining club coming to North Broadway
The facade of the building with red brick and a round-shaped awning that will house The Melroy, a new dining club.
The Melroy will be located in the former Comedy On Broadway and a historic Masonic Temple. | Photo by LEXtoday
When you hear the phrase “dining club,” the first words that come to mind might be “exclusive” or “invite-only.” However, part of the ownership group of cocktail bar Creaux are working on what is expected to be a fresh take on the concept.

The Melroy is expected to open this summer at 144 N. Broadway. Notably, it wants to offer a private, yet social setting that varies from other invite-only, membership-based clubs (think: the Apiary). Instead, the space aims to be a more diverse “city club” according to Ieasha Allen, co-owner of the building.

“Lexington is growing, there are so many transplants, we need something entertainment-wise that wasn’t just dinner and a movie. All the nightclubs were still young, we need that third space,” Allen told the Lexington Herald-Leader.

Here’s what you can expect from the space:
  • Limited to 1,000 members plus their guests
  • Geared towards professionals 35+
  • City club + dining on the first floor
  • Short-term rentals on the third + fourth floors
  • A 4,300-sqft rooftop bar (expected to open next year)
Membership applications are expected to be available this month ahead of its slated June opening.

“The membership base will be made up of adult-professionals over 35 looking for curated entertainment options, gathering space to hold progressive conversations, and to connect through shared-experiences,” Allen continued. “Our members [will] include locals who are passionate, talented, worldly, kind, and genuinely interested in others.”
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Events
Wednesday, Feb. 21
  • Natural Hair Chat | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Lexington Public Library - Northside Branch, 1733 Russell Cave Rd., Lexington | Free | Black women are invited to come together to learn + teach about natural hair care.
Thursday, Feb. 22
  • “I Wanttt a Unicorn Frappe!!!” | Thursday, Feb. 22-Saturday, Feb. 24 | Times vary | Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center, 141 E. Main St., Lexington | $15-$20 | See this satirical play about a recently engaged woman and her encounter with a unicorn-riding prince.
  • Taylor Road, City Awake & Sheerflow | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $10-$12 | Have a headbanging good time as three Kentucky-bred bands host a night of nonstop rockin’ fun.
Friday, Feb. 23
  • THA AFTERLIFE: A Night of Hip-hop & Rap | Friday, Feb. 23 | 8 p.m.-2 a.m. | girlsgirlsgirls Burritos, 395 S. Limestone, Lexington | $7.61 | Groove to inescapable beats at this showcase of some of Lexington’s hottest rappers.
Saturday, Feb. 24
  • Honoring Black Excellence | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, 300 E. Third St., Lexington | Free | In collaboration with Fayette County Public Schools, students will have a chance to showcase their talents and aspirations.
Sunday, Feb. 25
  • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: The Newlydead Game | Sunday, Feb. 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Epping’s on Eastside, 264 Walton Ave., Lexington | $65 | You’ll be part of the studio audience as two couples play what might be their last game ever — includes a three-course meal.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Koi Express, a Kentucky-based hibachi + sushi restaurant, will host its grand opening today. Head to 3029 Richmond Rd. from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., to get a taste of its offerings including a variety of sushi rolls, fresh hibachi, noodles, and more.
Development
  • An 800-sqft dynamic content board could be coming to downtown. This addition, part of the $300 million renovation to Central Bank Center, would add signage that promotes events and upgrade the exterior shell of Rupp Arena. The Lexington Board of Adjustments plans to make a decision on March 11. (WKYT)
Community
History
  • Want to help make our library’s archives easier to search? The Lexington Public Library is seeking volunteers to join its Community Transcription Project, where you’ll be responsible for transcribing handwritten documents to make them searchable using keywords. If you have reliable internet connection, learn more about volunteering.
Kids
  • Bluey and the rest of her family are coming to the Lexington Opera House Aug. 24 + Aug. 25. “Bluey’s Big Play” will bring a brand new story to the stage through puppetry and music. Pre-sale tickets are available tomorrow and general sale begins Friday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m.
Pets
  • The Lexington Humane Society is currently at capacity. If you’ve been on the fence about adopting or fostering a pet, learn more about how you can help. Plus, explore where you can take your new furry family member with our dog-friendly businesses guide.
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Telling the untold stories of Lexingtonians

Hear the untold stories of Lexington’s enslaved peoples
An outdoor space with a podium, speaker, a sign that reads, "Learn About Lexington's Untold Stories" and a flag that says, "LexArts."
The new art initiative aims to shine a light on the often untold history of Lexington’s enslaved peoples. | Photo by LEXtoday
Following years of delays, a massive art project on the corner of Limestone and Fourth Streets is finally coming to fruition.

LexArts and the Lexington Freedom Train Memorial committee announced that after nearly 100 global submissions, they have identified four potential artists to design an art installation that memorializes abolitionists Lewis and Harriet Hayden.

The Haydens, who escaped enslavement in Kentucky via the Underground Railroad, later became leaders in the anti-slavery movement. Fun fact: Lewis would later become the first Black man elected to the Massachusetts legislature.

The community is invited to meet the nationally recognized artists who will present their ideas on Wednesday, March 13 at 6 p.m. at the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center.
The monument unveiling will coincide with Lexington’s 250th anniversary celebration in 2025.
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From the editor
My husband took me to a late Valentine’s Day dinner at Omakase Sushi & Sake Bar. The food and vibe was mind-blowing and the best sashimi I’ve had in Lexington...but as a self-proclaimed klutz, I couldn’t help but feel like I fit in better at Charlie Brown’s across the street.
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