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• Teen Howl Poetry Series | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 5:30 p.m. | Third Street Stuff, 257 N. Limestone, Lexington | Free | The under 21 crowd are invited to hear from poet Lisa Miller and Howler of the Month Logan Ward at this open mic night.
• Ballet Under the Stars | Thursday, Aug. 1-Sunday, Aug. 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Woodland Park, 601 E. High St., Lexington | $9 | Pirouette down to Woodland Park for a Taylor Swift-themed pre-party for the kids, followed by an evening of whimsical dancing beneath the stars.

• Katherine Blanford | Friday, Aug. 2-Saturday, Aug. 3 | Times vary | Comedy Off Broadway, 161 Lexington Green Cir., Unit C4, Lexington | $16-$20 | This Atlanta-based comedian will give you an ab workout with her charming demeanor and hilarious stories of being a nanny.
• Riverboat Theatre | Friday, Aug. 2-Saturday, Aug. 3 | 7 p.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $50 | See the story of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn performed on a retired boat along the scenic Kentucky River.

• Prix Fixe | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 6-11 p.m. | The Apiary, 218 Jefferson St., Lexington | $125 | Take a foodie adventure with this multi-course dinner showcasing luxurious cuisine including Moroccan duck, seafood paella, wine pairings, and more.
• Born Cross-Eyed | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 7 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $15-$18 | Take a long, strange trip to the Distillery District to see Kentucky’s own Grateful Dead tribute band bringing us the funky sounds from the iconic 1960s band.

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

• UK HealthCare has opened the first emergency psychiatric facility in Kentucky. The Emergency Psychiatric Assessment Treatment and Healing unit is one of 30 opening across the country. Located on the Eastern State Hospital campus, 1350 Bull Lea Rd., the hospital can care for up to 12 patients at a time. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• 157,715. That’s how many passengers flew from and in to Blue Grass Airport in June — marking its busiest month ever. The airport saw an 18.5% increase in passengers from June 2023 and a 13% increase from the prior record in June 2019. (The Lane Report)

• You’ve likely seen the bright red doors leading into the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, and now you have a chance to go beyond them. Monthly tours of the historic building and an overview of the center’s classes are available. See the dates.

• Tahlsound Concert Series will host Grammy Award-winning musicians the Lost Bayou Ramblers on Sunday, Aug 25. This month’s theme “From the Bayou to the Bluegrass” brings together Cajun-inspired rock with the familiar folksy sounds of bluegrass.

• We know that you know how cute your pet is, and now it’s time to share the wealth. Donate to enter your furry (or scaly) friend in Kentucky Humane Society’s 2025 Pet Calendar Contest, where they could be chosen as a featured pet. The deadline to enter is Friday, Aug. 9.

• Have a passion for local produce? Nourished Folks is hiring a prep cook to join its team. Hours begin Mondays and Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., with room for growth. Learn more about the positions and apply.

• Whether you’re opening a business or looking to improve your business’s finances, Central Bank is here to support Lexingtonians to hit their goals. Their dedicated commercial banking team can help business owners find the best solution (think: specialized services + checking accounts) for their needs, regardless of their size.*†

• Get more from your Costco membership — this week only, get a $40 digital Costco shop card and $60 off an order of $200+ on Costco.com when you buy an Executive Membership on our deals site.*