09.12.2024

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83º | 5% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:17 a.m. | Sunset 7:49 p.m.

🌿 Where real nature and human nature unite

A group of people stand around a table covered in building designs.

Greene (second from right) is seen here working alongside other UK School of Design faculty. | Photo courtesy of Herb Greene archives, circa 1975

If you’ve ever found yourself in the Clays Mill Road area, you may have come upon a polygonal-shaped building that looks plucked out of a sci-fi movie. But it’s not fiction — it’s the Unitarian Universalist Church, which was designed by former UK professor Herb Greene.

Greene, who taught at UK from 1962-1982, is one of the pioneers of the organic architecture movement, which focuses on finding balance between our natural landscape and human habitation.

A polygonal-shaped church — The Unitarian Universalist Church was built in 1965. | Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

To commemorate his accomplishments and dive deeper into his career, his niece Lila Cohen produced the new documentary “Remembering the Future with Herb Greene.” The film explores his beginnings in Oklahoma, mentorship with renowned architect Bruce Goff (aka Frank Lloyd Wright’s mentee), and the environment that inspired his career trajectory.

“Uncle Herb’s architecture is a visionary embodiment of a free imagination. He continues to inspire us to think beyond convention and celebrate the richness of the world around and within us,” said Cohen.

If you’re interested in learning more, join Cohen and others for a demo screening of the film at the Kentucky Theatre’s Art on the Screen series, tonight at 7:15 p.m. Then tomorrow, head to the O’Neill House for a mixer and fundraiser to support the film’s completion, as well as celebrate Greene’s 95th birthday.

Events

Thursday, Sept. 12

Thursday Night Live Silent Disco | Thursday, Sept. 12 | 8-10 p.m. | Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park | $5 | Throw on your wireless headphones + dance like no one is watching under the Fifth Third Bank Pavilion.

Friday, Sept. 13

Birthday Bash | Friday, Sept. 13 | 4-8 p.m. | Poppy & Pomelo/Wick + Mortar Studio | Free, price of purchase | Celebrate the owners’ birthdays with a sinister celebration featuring the specialty Black Cat cocktail, storewide sales, opportunities for prizes, and much more.
Harvest Moon Party | Friday, Sept. 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | Free, price of purchase | Enjoy live music, fall activities, a custom jewelry charm bar + $5 barrel tastings, glasses of wine, sangria, and cocktails on this harvest moon.
Back to the 80s Night | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater | $12.71+ | Don your best 1980s gear then move + groove to music from Boogie G & the Titanics and Rebel Without A Cause in support of the Moondance Foundation.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Community Yoga | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 9-10 a.m. | Grounded All Day Cafe | Free | Find your center + connect with fellow community members with this donation-based outdoor yoga class.
Bluegrass Creative Market: Fall Edition | Saturday, Sept. 14-Sunday, Sept. 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lexington Green | Free | Shop lakeside at this market featuring 50 vendors selling handcrafted, Kentucky-made goods on Saturday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 15, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.*

Sunday, Sept. 15

Viva Mexico Festival | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 2-11 p.m. | Masterson Station Park | Free, price of purchase | Immerse yourself into Mexican culture + heritage with live music, cuisine, vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Events calendar here

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Community

How this Lexington institution invests in our community

Central Bank is honored to call communities throughout the state home, and they strive to support them however they can. | Photos courtesy of Central Bank; GIF by LEXtoday

Central Bank was founded on the idea that banks should be pillars of their communities — in good times and in bad.

Today, they’re just as committed to this principle as they were when their doors opened in 1946. As a result of this dedication, Central Bank is proud to be a fixture in communities throughout the state.

They continue to grow local connections through:

Educating the community on financial wellness
Partnering with organizations, like LexArts Gallery Hop
Lending their hand through volunteering
And more

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Learn more

News Notes

Opening

In May, it was announced that Sweetgrass Granola would be opening a physical location on North Limestone. Now, we have a date. Join the founders for the official opening on Friday, Sept. 27, where you can bring your own container to fill up with granola and explore its locally sourced ingredients.

Drink

Looking for a coffee to go with your granola? The Greenery will open for service on Thursday, Sept. 26 in The Melodeon downtown. Part of The Grove business collective, here you can expect coffee favorites, like lattes and cold brews, as well as bites such as cinnamon rolls and bagels.

Edu

Fayette County Public Schools will no longer use social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. According to a spokesperson, low audience engagement is the primary reason, stating that “X only commanded 2.4% of our audience.” It will continue using Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Theater

The Lexington Opera House announced that a limited number of tickets for “The Book of Mormon” performances will be distributed via a lottery system, which is used to prevent price gouging. Those interested in attending the musical later this month can enter the lottery until tomorrow, Sept. 13 at 12 p.m.

Number

$3.6 million. That’s how much the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission approved to be spent on “Better Without it,” a social media campaign addressing youth drug use. According to Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman, the digital initiative will use mobile games, social media, and influencer partnerships to spread its message. (LEX18)

Try This

Got some pipes you’re looking to show off? Lexington SC is inviting singers to audition to sing the National Anthem for the remainder of the season. Email your video.

Shop

Fall into the new season at Poppy & Pomelo. Check out new arrivals, including: the Golden Girls Paint by Numbers Kit ($29), the Hedgehog Embroidery Kit ($23) + the Pumpkin Spice Café Puzzle ($29). Embrace autumn with unique finds perfect for cozy days — don’t miss out on the best of local fall shopping.*

Eat

Hey foodies: Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen is now open for lunch at the Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience in Bardstown. Stop by for curated craft cocktails and fast-casual eats, including elevated American deli fare + dishes inspired by the ones served for generations in the Shapira family. Plan your visit.*

Home

Calling all home decorators. Color matching just got easier with the Nix Mini 3. Use it to match any hue with thousands of name-brand paint colors.*

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Culture

🍰 They say it’s (almost) our birthday

Birthday freebies around Lexington

Molly and Aayat sitting at Martine's with a piece of cake and laptop.

It feels like just yesterday we were celebrating our second birthday with a piece of Martine’s pistachio cake. | Photo by LEXtoday

While it feels like it’s been 84 years, we’re fast-approaching LEXtoday’s third birthday. And if there’s something we love here, it’s a celebration and a good deal. So read on to see how you can have your own birthday bonanza with freebies at local restaurants.

Pro tip: Always bring an ID or other form of birthday proof.

A Cup of Common Wealth | Sip on a free birthday coffee or tea.

Bella Notte | Dive into a free panna cotta with the purchase of a pasta dish.

Bourbon n’ Toulouse | Get a taste of Louisiana here in LEX with a BOGO entree or free dessert on your birthday.

Carson’s | Finish up your elevated Appalachian dinner with a free ice cream dessert.

Countdown Games | Spend your birthday trying to break out of an escape room with one free game.

8 more birthday freebies

Asked

Where should the City Editors eat for their birthday brunch?

A. Beau’s Cafe
B. Lockbox
C. Bear & The Butcher
D. Minton’s

Plan our party

The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Aayat

From the editor

Learning about Herb Greene’s ability to meld nature + human life has been so moving. And to think, Lexington is lucky enough to be home to some of his unconventional (in the best way) designs. We’re a pretty cool town, huh?

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