• Whoa, Blackberry! Bam-ba-lam | Campus Pub | Two smashed patties, Dad’s Favorites Pepper Jack Spread, blackberry-habanero jam, fried country ham, all on a brioche bun.
• Sweet Peach Heat Burger | Josanne’s Homestyle Kitchen | A beef patty topped with peach-jalapeno sauce, pepper jack cheese, and bacon.
• Ain’t No Thing But A Smoked Chicken Wing | Bear & The Butcher | A burger topped with American cheese, buffalo ranch, and all the fixin’s + topped with a smoked jumbo chicken wing.
• The Strawberry Shortcake Burger | Crank & Boom | A North Lime glazed donut with Crank & Boom strawberry ice cream, strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and graham crumb.

• Download the app to check in at the participating locations, so you can be entered to win prizes.
• Be patient + kind. It’s a busy week — don’t let the hanger do the talking.
• Your bill will be cheaper, so please still tip your servers generously.

More upcoming foodie events

• Lexington Tattoo Expo | Thursday, July 4-Sunday, July 7 | Times vary | Hilton Downtown, 369 W. Vine St., Lexington | $20-$60 | Make it a weekend you’ll never forget by getting some new ink or peruse work from 150 tattoo artists.

• East Nash Grass | Friday, July 5 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $17-$20.40 | These Nashville artists are bringing foot stompin’ bluegrass to the place that knows it best — the Bluegrass state.

• Museum Tour | Saturday, July 6 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | LexHistory, 210 N. Broadway, Lexington | $0-$10 | Take a guided tour through the Lexington History Museum while thinking critically about the history of our city.

• Local LEX Market Block Party | Sunday, July 7 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Local LEX Market, 439 Southland Dr., Lexington | Free, price of purchase | Peruse local crafters and artists at this monthly block party and market.

• Independence Day. America has been celebrating this day for 248 years since the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted on July 4, 1776. Round up the kids, friends, or just yourself and head to one of many events happening around town today. Pro tip: Keep an eye out for potential weather-related changes.

• Speaking of, while fireworks and celebrations can be fun for people, they can be scary for pets. The Kentucky Humane Society has tips for keeping your animals safe during the celebrations today — including updating their identification tags, keeping them away from fireworks, and securing their environment.

• Lexington enacted phase one of its heat plan yesterday, which will stay in effect until tomorrow evening. As part of the plan, LexTran will offer free transportation to cooling centers around town. See how else you can stay weather ready.

• A new First Watch is coming to Leestown Road. The brunch + lunch spot known for its farm-fresh plates and juices will add another location to 124 Towne Center Dr., where you’ll be able to get your fix of big-as-your-face pancakes and more. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Thinking about buying a house this summer? With a competitive market, buyers need to be ready to make an offer — and Central Bank can help. With experienced teams located in Lexington, Central Bank’s personalized mortgage services can help find the home loan that fits your life.*†