09.05.2024

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Community giving yields dividends for Lexington

Presented by a LEXtoday Partner

John Cadwell (pictured top left) serves as an Amachi Lexington mentor to Lexington youth and a volunteer financial advisor to their families. | Photo provided by WealthSouth

Investing in your community is a lot like funding your retirement: Incremental amounts of time and money create strong returns in the long run.

That’s why the team at WealthSouth, which has served Central Kentucky with financial planning and wealth management for 100+ years, believes in giving back.

“Serving on nonprofit boards and committees is a vital part of community stewardship,” says Clint Long, WealthSouth Institutional Investment Consultant. “Local professionals have a lot to offer, particularly in the areas of administration, networking, and financial planning.”

🤝 Donating time + talents to dozens of community organizations

Jamie Eads, Institutional Specialist, has spent many years volunteering for Kentucky Ballet Theatre and the Bluegrass Youth Ballet. “It’s a lot of fun, but I also feel good knowing the organizations saved thousands of dollars through my help as a stagehand.”

Amachi Lexington is a mentorship program in which caring adults build relationships with children impacted by parental incarceration. John Cadwell, Wealth Management Advisor, has served the organization as a mentor to a young man in the program. He also volunteers as a financial advisor to Amachi program graduates and their families.

“It’s a very rewarding experience, not only in the life of the young man I am mentoring, but in mine,” Cadwell said.

🤝 How to start your own community investment journey

Eads says to consider your passions and strengths, and then research ways you can help others. Nonprofit organizations are eager to have you join their efforts.

In addition, the Planned Giving process is an effective way to leave a legacy gift to charities. Cadwell says WealthSouth consistently reviews Planned Giving options with its clients, which can greatly benefit both the recipient as well as the donor.

Read: It all adds up to a better Bluegrass.

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How many hours per month do you typically volunteer to help others?

A. I am not currently volunteering
B. 1-3 hours
C. 4-9 hours
D. 10+ hours

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Events

Thursday, Sept. 5

Open House | Thursday, Sept. 5 | 5-7 p.m. | Artworks at the Carver School | Free | Let your creativity run free as you tour the center, meet instructors, and register in-person for workshops and classes.
Trivia Night | Thursday, Sept. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Lost Palm | Free, price of purchase | Venture up to The Manchester’s rooftop bar + sip on a creative cocktail while you show off those trivia skills for a chance to win a $30 gift certificate.
Dinner at the Intimate Chez Lyndon | Thursday, Sept. 5-Saturday, Sept. 7 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Chez Lyndon | $59 | Experience fine dining in downtown Lexington at Chez Lyndon serving a weekly-changing, chef-inspired menu for $59 — available every Thursday through Saturday.*

Friday, Sept. 6

Fall Migration Bird Walk | Friday, Sept. 6 | 9-11 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary | Free | Take a walk to explore the area’s birds as they begin their fall migration — registration is required.
Vintage Market Days Fall | Friday, Sept. 6-Sunday, Sept. 8 | Times vary | Alltech Arena | $15 | Shop ‘til you drop through dozens of high-end vintage decor, furniture, clothing, jewelry, and more.

Saturday, Sept. 7

Apple Festival | Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Sept. 8 | Times vary | Evans Orchard & Cider Mill, Georgetown | Free, price of purchase | Enjoy all your fall favorites in one weekend including orchard walks, apple-picking, hayrides, a corn maze + more.
Vineyard Tour & Tasting | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 3-4 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $35 | Take a guided tour through the picturesque vineyard followed by a curated tasting of its wine varietals.

Sunday, Sept. 8

Yoga Under the Trees | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate | Free | This all-levels yoga class invites the community to come together to move with ease under the trees.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Civic

To track the sewage odor across neighborhoods, the city will begin pumping smoke into the manholes near our water treatment plants beginning Monday, Sept. 9 through early November. Residents in the Meadowthorpe, Cumberland Hill, and Pinnacle neighborhoods should not be alarmed if they see smoke from vent pipes. (WEKU)

Community

Want a chance to win up to $100 in gift cards to local businesses? Then take VisitLEX’s Resident Sentiment Survey now through Wednesday, Sept. 18. The study aims to help inform future tourism development to benefit + improve the quality of life for Fayette County residents.

Eat

Tolly Ho has officially re-opened in its location on South Broadway near Newtown Crossing. The late-night staple, which features all-day breakfast, will be open Sunday-Wednesday, 7 a.m.-12 a.m. + Friday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-3 a.m. It will also eventually feature a drive-thru. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Legacy

The Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters will host a day of remembrance on Wednesday, Sept. 11. A Wreath Ceremony will be held at the memorial downtown at 9 a.m., followed by a Reading of the Fallen at Halligan’s at 10 a.m. + the annual Stair Climb at Kroger Field at 7 p.m.

Try This

Whether you love the spotlight or just know how to bust a move, Lexington Parks & Recreation wants you to be a part of this year’s Thriller Parade. Auditions will be held for the roles of Ola + Michael on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center.

Job

In advance of the Fall Meet, Keeneland’s Hiring Center will be open on Tuesdays + Thursdays this month for those interested in applying for seasonal positions. Various roles include guest service associate, horse crossing guard, betologist, and dining room attendants. You can also apply online.

Cause

Want to snag $2 tickets to a Legends game? The team is collecting non-perishable food for God’s Pantry Food Bank at Legends Field on Monday, Sept. 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. In return, donors will receive very discounted select game tickets. Meet the players + make a difference.*

Active

Clip in, Lexington — we’re going cycling

Clip in for the citywide biking campaign Cycle September

A man holding up heart hands in front of a sunrise while on a bike ride

Riding your bike is good for your heart — and a sunrise heart hands photo opp. | Photo courtesy of Gerry Swan

September is for cycling. At least, that’s according to the campaign Lexington is participating in, Cycle September.

The international movement, which encourages cyclists of all ages + levels to commute via bike, has three goals:

Improve public health
Reduce carbon emissions
Lower traffic congestion

The Lexington Area Metropolitan Planning Organization is encouraging cyclists to participate by joining the online platform, Love to Ride. Through the site — which also available via an app — you can log rides, set goals, cheer on + connect with other riders, and earn badges.

Locally, the city and its partners are hosting events throughout the month to help you log some miles:

Tuesday, Sept. 10 | Broke Spoke LGBT Night
Saturday, Sept. 14 | Pedal Power Bike Clinic
Tuesday, Sept. 17 | Broke Spoke Women + Femme Night
Saturday, Sept. 28 | Seedleaf Garden Walk and Bike Tour
Saturday, Sept. 28 | Get Comfortable Community Ride

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Molly

From the editor

I’m baaaaack. And in true post-vacay fashion, feeling a little under the weather after our travels. I’ll be consulting our list of reader favorite comfort foods for a little pick-me-up.

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