09.18.2024

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82º | 18% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:23 a.m. | Sunset 7:40 p.m.

Food

Lettuce talk about eating locally

A wooden table covered with a variety of vegetables including kale, corn, cabbage, tomatoes, and sprouts.

Elmwood Stock Farm’s summer CSA provides you with farm fresh veggies May-October. | Photo courtesy of Elmwood Stock Farm

How many bags of spinach do you throw out a month? Probably more than you’d like to admit, right? Statistics show that Americans waste $161 billion worth of food annually — the average family of four throws out $1,500 each year. Buying locally might just motivate you to think before your food — and your money — wind up in the trash.

Food for thought

Try CSAs on for size. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Local farms offer up shares of their crops — think a subscription or membership — to the community each season. Your subscription gets you a box of specially-selected local goodies. They vary per farm, but CSA boxes contain everything from fruits and vegetables to meat + eggs.

Close up shot of a variety of lettuces. — Bright fresh lettuces from Elmwood Stock Farm. | Photo courtesy of Elmwood Stock Farm

Participating farms

Elmwood Stock Farm | $299+ for 10 weeks | Seasonal produce, meats, and eggs for home delivery, farm pick-up, or a full online store.

High Five Farm | ~$540 for 20 weeks | Offering a variety of vegetables and herbs, you can pay per week or for a full season upfront. Its seasons run May-July + September-November with pick up available at the Sunday Southland Farmers Market.

Sustainable Harvest Farm | $572 for 22 weeks | Running from May-October, it offers fruits, vegetables, cheese, and eggs with multiple pick-up locations available + home delivery.

Kentucky Proud and the Kentucky Farm Share Coalition are great resources — listing out farms in the state + sharing which produce is currently in season. If price or commitment seems daunting, consider sharing with a friend. Many farms also offer a la carte produce through their online shop, or can be found at the Lexington Farmers Market.

Events

Wednesday, Sept. 18

2024 State of Downtown | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Harper Hall | $41.54+ | Join the Downtown Lexington Partnership to learn about the city’s latest developments and future plans + network with fellow community members.
“Fantastic Planet” | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 7:15 p.m. | The Kentucky Theatre | $8 | See the 1973 animated sci-fi film part of the Rosa Goddard Film Festival in partnership with sQecial Media.

Thursday, Sept. 19

Burgers and Beats | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Moondance Amphitheater | $0+ | Support Glean Kentucky’s goals with a family-friendly event featuring live music from The Bent Penny Band Revival, food trucks, drinks, and more.

Friday, Sept. 20

LexArts Hop | Friday, Sept. 20 | 3-10 p.m. | Cannabuzz Bar & Dispensary | Free, price of purchase | Hop over to the Distillery District for an evening of infused mocktails, food from El Mexiquense, DJ sets, and works from 12+ artists.
Christ the King Oktoberfest | Friday, Sept. 20-Saturday, Sept. 21 | Times vary | Cathedral of Christ the King | Free | Enjoy two nights of German fare like bratwursts + sauerkraut, live music, Black Jack, a cake wheel, and of course, beer.
Cheesecake and Wine Pairing Course | Friday, Sept. 20 | 6-7 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $41.95 | Engage your senses as you taste and appreciate the complementary flavor profiles of cheesecakes and wine.

Saturday, Sept. 21

Vinyl Richie’s Battle of Decades: 80s vs. 90s | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | The Burl | $20+ | It’s the ultimate battle of nostalgia at this epic showdown highlighting music from the 1980s and 1990s.

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Eat

☀️ The essential stop on your morning commute

specialty coffee drink from rise n' brine in lexington, ky

Pro tip: A cappuccino is the perfect complement to your chicken biscuit. | Photo provided by Rise N’ Brine

School is back in session, and we all know those early mornings can be a drag — but they don’t have to be.

Celebrating the heart of the Bluegrass State, Rise N’ Brine serves renowned chicken biscuits, sandwiches, and locally-roasted coffee drinks every day from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Chevy Chase.

Whether you’re heading to the carpool line or taking a quick break between classes, this local spot is your one-stop shop to start your day the right way.

Prepare to have an egg-cellent morning

News Notes

Announced

Al Roker is coming to Lexington. That’s right, the meteorologist + author will be featured during the 43rd annual Kentucky Book Festival held at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on Saturday, Nov. 2. You’ll also be treated to events with writers Jonathan Eig and our very own Crystal Wilkinson.

Traffic

From now until Friday, Oct. 4, a portion of Delong Road will be down to one lane, from Jasmine Rose Way to Chas Drive. Signs with traffic lights will indicate traffic patterns, so drivers are encouraged to drive slowly.

List

Castle & Key Distillery is in the running for two of USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards — Best Craft Distillery Tour + Best Craft Whiskey. Voting is open now through Monday, Oct. 14, and you can vote at least once a day.

Seasonal

Just hear those sleigh bells ring-a-ling. The holiday season will be here before we know it. And to get ready, Kentucky Native Cafe is accepting applications for its annual Christmas Market, Saturday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8. Limited space is left for artists and makers looking to participate.

Art

Head to the Living Arts & Science Center this Friday, Sept. 20, 5-8 p.m. during Gallery Hop to see the unveiling of “You Can Not Go Back.” The photography exhibit comes to us from members of the Kentucky Refugee Ministries youth program, sharing their experiences as newcomers to the US.

Eat

20.3%. That’s the average tip Kentuckians drop while eating out, according to a recent study by Toast. If you want those tips to hit local pockets, check out some of our favorite spots to eat out.

Learn

Did you know? By becoming a member of the LASC not only do you get free access to the center, but you also get free or discounted admission at 300+ science and technology centers. Explore more membership perks — and become a member.*

Biz

Goodbye, long hours. What if we told you that you could be the owner of a new business venture in the Horse Capital of the World and be home by 4 p.m.? Be the first to bring Scramblers to Lexington and join a community of 30+ locations by opening your own franchise.*

Finance

American Trust Wealth recently partnered with local bourbon brand Never Say Die. The partnership was easily formed as both brands have quite a bit in common. Kevin Avent, Managing Director of Wealth Management for ATW, explains the parallels between the brands + what that means for you as an investor.*†

Listen

Picture natural sound all around you — from bustling cafes to quiet parks. With advanced directional microphones, these tiny hearing devices focus on what you want to hear, and soften what you don’t. Hear what all the fuss is about.*

Coming Soon

Did this catch your eye? That’s because locals (like you) are excited about new happenings in our city. Spread the word about your business, services, big news, or upcoming event with our 44,000+ readers.

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Eat

🍔 Patty like a rockstar

Your favorite cheeseburgers in Lexington

A hand holding a burger covered in cheese and lettuce, with a basket of fries in the background.

Timmy Two Time’s is so nice, you might just have to hit it up twice. | Photo courtesy of @sharelexky

Burger, burger on the wall. Who’s the greasiest of them all? In honor of National Cheeseburger Day, we’re taking a dive into our inbox to answer one pressing question from Reader Gigi O. — “Who has the best hamburger in the Bluegrass?”

So, we decided to ketchup with the experts — our readers and followers. Here’s what y’all had to say about the best burgers in town.

“Hands down and without a doubt, no questions asked, Lexington’s Best Burger can be found at: SIDEBAR!!!” — Danny G.

“Windy Corner” — @yankeeg73

“Malone’s” — @william.baldridge5

“Bella Cafe & Grille” — @allison.a.higgins

“Palmers at Lexington Green. And as a bonus, truffle fries on the side.” — @ghlangley

“Bad Wolf” — @shannongrace9

“Timmy Two Times is up there!” — @brianmurrell

“Jack Browns” — @kristinspeerphoto

What do you think? Are we on a roll?

Asked

Who has the best burger in Lexington?

Meat your heart out

The Buy

Decorate your space with this year’s trendiest fall decor. Here are five items we just added to our cart:

🍂 These velvet pumpkins to add festive flair around the house.
🍂 A hand-crafted wreath boasting beautiful autumn hues.
🍂 This welcome mat complete with seasonal adornments.
🍂 A hand-blown glass cup embellished with candy corns.
🍂 This embroidered table runner to elevate your dining space.

More worth The Buy

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Molly

From the editor

I know it’s only Wednesday, but I’ve got my eyes on a sweet little weekend day trip to Woodford County. This Saturday, Sept. 21 + Sunday, Sept. 22 is the 50th annual Midway Fall Festival — think: cozy foods, local shops, and live music. See you there?

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