The day the heat set records

What the headlines said

How to weather the weather today

• Pizza At The Peach House | Friday, Aug. 30 | 5-8 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards | $15 | Roll up your sleeves and roll out some dough, then pile it high with unlimited toppings for your own pizza picnic at the vineyard.
• Wild and Scenic Film Festival | Friday, Aug. 30 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Central Library | $17.85-$23.18 | The Kentucky Conservation Committee invites you to watch 10+ short outdoor adventure and activism films, plus browse door prizes and an online auction.
• Lexington Legends vs. Southern Maryland Blue Crabs | Friday, Aug. 30 | 7 p.m. | Legends Field | $10-$25 | Dust off your best neon top and leg warmers for 1980s Night and round out the evening with fireworks.*

• The Last “Last Call” | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 12-11 p.m. | Pivot Brewing | Free, price of purchase | Pour one out, into your mouth, at this local brewery as it celebrates its last day in business with special prices on drafts, glasses, and merch.
• Kenwick Porch Fest | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 4-9 p.m. | Kenwick Neighborhood | Free | One of Lexington’s most scenic neighborhoods will transform into a DIY music venue, where 30+ musicians will take to their front porches or yards to perform for the community.

• Picnic & Polo | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 3 p.m. | Kentucky Horse Park | $100+ | Enjoy a catered picnic for two + silent auction while supporting the Lexington Polo Club and Brooke USA, a nonprofit that supports donkeys, horses, and the people who use them for their livelihood.
• Jazz on the Lawn | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate | Free | Don’t miss this Labor Day tradition featuring upbeat + danceable tunes from Lee Carroll’s C The Beat, joined by Tripp Bratton’s M’Power Rhythm Group.

• Lexington Legends vs. Southern Maryland Blue Crabs | Monday, Sept. 2 | 2 p.m. | Legends Field | $10-$25 | Celebrate Labor Day in style as the Legends go head-to-head with the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.*

• $92.5 million. That’s how much the new distillery from Saga Spirits Group is expected to cost. The 150-acre site The Kentucky Castle in Versailles is anticipated to create 89 jobs and includes a visitor center, tasting room, and on-site retail + event space. (The Bourbon Flight)

• While you thought the Paris Olympics excitement was over — think again. The Paralympics kicked off this week, with one USA wheelchair rugby player connected to Lexington. Zion Redington, who was born with a condition called ectrodactyly, was treated at Shriners Children’s Hospital. Watch the US vs. Germany game recap tomorrow on Peacock. (WKYT)

• The Big Blue Nation is about to get a little smarter. UK has introduced a new certificate in sports communication, media, and promotion as part of its College of Communication & Information. The 12-hour certification gives students a chance to work within the athletic world — without actually being an athlete. (UKNOW)

• Looking for a new fit? Or maybe unloading your own closet? Darling Wine Bar is hosting a Stuff Swap tomorrow, Aug. 31 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. All types of clothes and decor are welcome to be traded, and any remaining items will be donated to The Hope Center.

• Weeee’re gonna soak up the sun this November when the Sheryl Crow Tribute concert takes the stage at The Burl. Join local musicians like Abby Hamilton and Maggie Lander as they pay tribute to the pop-folk singer.

• Sometimes we put off certain — and important — tasks, but creating an estate plan shouldn’t be one of them. Connect with the financial advisors at Gratz Park Private Wealth to help you get started — take the first step.*

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