Modern + trendy

• ~$343 a night
• 3 BD | 2 BA
• Three balconies, full laundry room, modern kitchen

Escape the city

• ~$220 a night
• 2 BD | 1.5 BA
• Observatory tower, koi pond, and hot tub

• ~$150 a night
• 2 BD | 2 BA
• Full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, beautiful ceiling beams

Luxury

• ~$471 a night
• 4 BD | 3.5 BA
• Historic details, large kitchen, and outdoor space with a hot tub + firepit

Home away from home

• ~$434 a night
• 2 BD | 2.5 BA
• Features a private backyard and patio

• LexArts Gallery Hop Pop-Up Market | Friday, Sept. 20 | 5-8 p.m. | ArtHouse Kentucky | Free | Julietta Market will be popping up during Gallery Hop with local vendors, music, and food.
• Christ the King Oktoberfest | Friday, Sept. 20-Saturday, Sept. 21 | Times vary | Cathedral of Christ the King | Free, price of purchase | Enjoy two nights of German fare like bratwursts + sauerkraut, live music, Black Jack, a cake wheel, and of course, beer.

• Certified Bourbon Steward Course | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 12-3:30 p.m. | Liquor Barn | $99 | No matter your experience level, this course will give you the knowledge + skills to understand the art of creating and serving bourbon.
• UK vs. Ohio University Football | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 12:45 p.m. | Kroger Field | $30+ | Bring the crew for Family Weekend and see the Wildcats take on some feline foes.
• Lexington African American Sports Hall Of Fame Gala | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 6-9:30 p.m. | Central Bank Center | $90+ | Honor and recognize impactful African American athletes in the community with an awards gala, live entertainment, and camaraderie.

• Middle Earth Trivia | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 6-8 p.m. | The Void Sake Company | Free | You shall pass at this trivia night about all things J.R.R. Tolkien to celebrate Hobbit Day.

• Stretch your legs after the ~40-minute drive along The Preserve’s hiking trails.
• Grab lunch at The Trustee’s Table to enjoy homegrown seasonal dishes.
• End the day with a Spirit Stroll at Pleasant Hill.

• Nonprofit Project Ricochet will host the grand opening of its Health Promotion and Education Center tomorrow, 12-3 p.m, on Georgetown Street. The center will focus on providing health screenings + information, while supporting the nonprofit’s African American Barbershop and Beauty Salon Initiative, bringing health education into community spaces.

• We already know Saturdays in LEX are bustling. With Family Weekend taking over UK’s campus, tailgating before the home football game, and “The Book of Mormon” performances at the Lexington Opera House, there’s a lot going on around town. So here’s your reminder to take a deep breath, drive slow + be patient.

• Following the closure of its physical location, Studio Mel Designs is back with its Block Print Parties. Join the artistic twins at Darling Wine Bar Saturday, Sept. 28, 5-6:30 p.m., to design your own custom wine bag + deals on bottles of wine.

• We all know about the famous soft-serve ice cream served at Rupp Arena. Now, there are even more chances to get the sweet treat. Taylor Belle’s is expanding, serving its delicious frozen swirls at places like Legends Field + Lexington SC games, Malone’s locations, and more events around the state. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• A five-acre portion of The Arboretum is undergoing a makeover. The section of turfgrass will be transformed into a pollinator habitat, where plants like tickseed + wild indigo will be planted. It’s expected to take around two years to be completed.

• A new survey from well-being services company Mission Connection found what Kentuckians enjoy to beat the September slump. According to the findings, we love a state fair, and who can blame us? Visit our friends over at LOUtoday to learn more about the history of the Kentucky State Fair.

• Introducing Jobs, our new virtual bulletin board featuring local job openings in all industries. It’s simple: Post your listing (it’s free for a limited time), and watch those applications roll in.

• Prepare to be in high spirits, Lexington. This local business recently launched an exclusive Tour and Tasting experience at The Greyline Station tasting room. Learn about the intricate journey from raw ingredients to perfectly-aged spirits, sample a curated selection, and more.*

• Nike just dropped the all-new Pegasus 41. Engineered for runners who demand more, this shoe offers unparalleled comfort + responsiveness on the road. Shop it and unlock speed.*

Thursday, Sept. 26

• Welcome to Twelve Lions Film Festival, 7:15 p.m.
• Screening of “The First Omen,” 7:30 p.m.
• Q&A with “The First Omen” Director and Lexingtonian Arkasha Stevenson, 9:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 27

• Production Design/Studio Workshop, 9-10:15 a.m. | LEX Studios
• Canon Equipment Hands-on Workshop, 10:30-11:45 a.m. | LEX Studios
• Coffee + Donuts with Filmmakers, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 28

• Panel Discussion: Filmmaking in Kentucky, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
• Workshop: “Arkasha Stevenson - What I Wish Someone Had Told Me in Film School,” 11-11:45 a.m.

Sunday, Sept. 29

• Coffee + Donuts with Filmmakers, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
• Filmmaker Meet-and-Greet, 8:15-9:45 p.m.