B-1 Neighborhood business

• Retail such as grocery, laundry, and liquor stores
• Schools, libraries + community centers
• Office space
• Medical and dental offices
• Eating and drinking establishments

B-2 Downtown business

• Hotels + motels
• Public transportation terminals
• Cocktail lounges, nightclubs, and restaurants with entertainment + alcohol sales
• Parking lots and structures
• Any type of dwelling unit

B-2A Downtown Frame Business

B-2B Lexington Center Business

• Banks + travel agencies
• Beauty and barber shops
• Plant stores, nurseries, and farmers markets
• Offices, schools, libraries + museums
• Hotels, residential units, and more

B-3 Highway Service Business

• Lots for the display + sale of cars, farm equipment, and boats
• Gas stations with no more than 16 pumps
• Car washes and repair stations
• Restaurants, including drive-ins
• Garden centers, motels, animal hospitals + kennels

• 2024 Hopemont Lecture Preservation Workshop | Friday, Sept. 27 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. | Hopemont | Free | This workshop and roundtable discussion gives you the opportunity to engage with local preservationists about changes + opportunities happening at public historical sites — registration required.
• The Manchester Jazz Club | Friday, Sept. 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Granddam Lounge | Free | Indulge in creative culinary dishes and cocktails while enjoying timeless jazz in the lounge courtesy of Clarice Taylor + Ross Whitaker.

• Saturday Sessions: Pouring with Purpose | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 10-11 a.m. | ArtsPlace | Free | At this family-friendly art party, you will create your own abstract work while exploring the dynamics of paint pouring.
• Take a Hike | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Hisle Farm Park | Learn hiking basics and outdoor skills like reading a map and situational awareness on a guided 1.5-mile hike.
• Kenwick Neighborhood Block Party | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 3-7 p.m. | Wilson’s Grocery and Meat | Free | Socialize with fellow community members and shop from local vendors like Wilson’s, which will be open for drinks + snacks.

• Tree Walk | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 2-3 p.m. | McConnell Springs Park | Free | Take a guided walk to learn more about different trees + how to identify them — registration required.
• Ellen Skidmore Book Signing | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 2-4 p.m. | Headley Whitney Museum | $0+ | Calling all dog lovers — explore the current exhibit, then get your copy of “How Dogs Make Me Feel - An Alphabet Book” signed by artist Ellen Skidmore.

• Set your alarms, because tickets for UK basketball’s annual season debut, Big Blue Madness, will be up for grabs tonight at 5 p.m. via Ticketmaster. This year’s event is a must-see thanks to new technology from ASB GlassFloor that will turn Rupp Arena’s court into an immersive, LED screen.

• Lockheed Martin + Toyota were named the No. 36 and No. 78 companies, respectively, for workplace wellbeing, according to a nationwide study by Indeed. Read more about local top industries and employers.

• This October, you’re invited on a culinary journey at The Apiary with its prix fixe dining experiences. Reservations are open now for $100, where you’ll delight your tastebuds with seasonal dishes like salad, a pre-selected main course with accompanying sides, dessert + optional cocktail or wine pairing.

• Head to the Loudoun House tonight, 7-11p.m., for the opening ceremony of The Artist ATB’s three-day solo exhibition, “Homecoming.” Here, you’ll be able to meet the artist + dive into an immersive exploration of memory and identity through his latest release, “WAVE 11: HOW TO REMEMBER THE STEPS.”

• Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a series of events, Tuesday, Oct. 1-Saturday, Oct. 5. Head to the Visitor’s Center of the downtown distillery + brewery for special releases, creative cocktails, happy hours, and more.

• The 106th season of the UK Symphony Orchestra (UKSO) kicks off tonight at 7:30 p.m. with “Opening Night: John Nardolillo 20 Years at UK and Pictures at an Exhibition.” UKSO is an all-student orchestra featuring 100 members that brings the community a variety of concerts including classical, chamber, and opera. (UKNOW)

• Hiring? Our new community job board could help you find that perfect candidate. Bonus: For a limited time, you can post your listing for free. Give it a try.

• 10,000. That’s how many square feet of space you have to plan a dream celebration at the Lexington Marriott City Center. Connect with Event Sales Manager Tara Suetholz (859-479-1290 ext. 223) to start planning your dream wedding, company party, or holiday gala. Meet the venue.*

• Whether you’re a new parent or parenting a middle schooler, it’s never too late to start funding their future education endeavors. From 529 plans to Roth IRAs, explore which solution works best for you and your loved ones — and see how Gratz Park Private Wealth can help support you along the way.*