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The deets

• Educate yourself by exploring the 70+ cultural booths at the courthouse plaza
• Embrace different cultures by heading to the main stage on Short Street, which will showcase 40+ cultural performances from the Bluegrass Ceili Academy + more
• Celebrate by trying cuisines from all over, including ice cream from Sav’s Chill, American vegan from Moody Mike’s, Japanese street food from Teppan, and 15+ other food vendors

• Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Exhibition | Friday, May 17 | 5-8 p.m. | Carnegie Center For Literacy & Learning, 251 W. 2nd St., Lexington | Free | Immerse + educate yourself on the diversity of AAPI cultures at this exhibition featuring artist talks and live music.
• Food Truck Fridays | Friday, May 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Shillito Park, 300 W. Reynolds Rd., Lexington | Free | Connect with fellow Lexingtonians at this family-friendly event featuring food truck vendors serving up snacks, beer, and cider.

• Disney Drag Brunch | Saturday, May 18 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Void Sake Company, 949 National Ave., Ste. 190, Lexington | $15 | See all the colors of the wind at this Disney-themed drag show — proceeds benefit Greenhouse17.
• Lucero | Saturday, May 18 | 8 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $32+ | This Memphis-based alt-rock country band takes the stage to support their new album “Should’ve Learned By Now.”

• May Plant Swap & Shop | Sunday, May 19 | 12-3 p.m. | Blue Stallion Brewing Company, 610 W. 3rd St., Lexington | Free | Bring a few plants, cuttings, or plant accessories to trade, sell, or give away for free.
• Quilts Across America | Sunday, May 19 | 1-4:30 p.m. | Lexington Public Library - Central, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Sewing aficionados are invited to help make quilts for Lexington’s Sleep in Heavenly Peace chapter, which provides bedding for children — some supplies are provided, but bring your own sewing machine.

• A former pizza shop is back — this time on wheels. Eiffel Pizza, a halal pizza spot previously located on Buckhorn Drive, is back to serving up pizzas, pastas, burgers, and more. Follow its Instagram to see where they’ll be next. (WKYT)

• With early voting underway, CivicLex’s voter guide has hit the streets. Head to your nearest library branch, The Summit, Greyline Station, and other local businesses to get a printed voter guide. Available in English and Spanish, it features FAQs, voter details, and info about candidates.

• A new neighborhood has joined the Lexington Farmers’ Market family. The Warehouse Block will host the market Tuesdays + Thursdays, taking over the former High Street market, beginning Tuesday, June 4. Head to the parking lot near Mirror Twin Brewing on National Avenue to find your favorite fresh produce, baked goods, drink vendors, and more.

• This week, Ansley Almonor committed to UK basketball from the transfer portal. The 6-ft-7-inch forward was part of the No. 16-seed Farleigh Dickinson team that defeated No. 1-seed Purdue in the first round of the 2023 NCAA tournament. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Real estate platform Agent Advice named two Lexington streets among the most coveted roads in the US. Iron Works Pike was ranked No. 44, thanks to its scenic equestrian environment and high-end properties. Lakeside Drive was ranked No. 69 in Kentucky for its ideal lakeside views.

• Think you’ve got the juice? The Press Juice Bar is hiring for all positions, including juicing and baking. Applications are available in-store or you can send resume via email.

• Looking for a music festival just as cool but a lot closer to home than Coachella? GAZEBO Festival is headed to the 85+ acre Waterfront Park in Louisville next weekend, featuring 26 artists across two stages. Check out the full lineup and ticket options.*

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