Gianmarco Soresi | Friday, Nov. 29-Saturday, Nov. 30 | Times vary | Comedy Off Broadway | $25 | Laugh until your face hurts with this New York-based comedian + actor who has made appearances on Comedy Central and “The Late Late Show with James Corden.” Club 90’s presents: “Pink Pony Club” | 10 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall | $15+ | You’re gonna keep dancing at the club thanks to this Chappel Roan-themed dance party.
Saturday, Nov. 30
Holiday Doormat Painting | 1-2:30 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $57 | Receive step-by-step instruction to paint your own holiday-themed doormat — each ticket includes one glass of wine. Fall In Love With Your Light | 1-3 p.m. | Marksbury Family Branch, Lexington Public Library | $33.85 | Learn mindfulness techniques to help you reconnect with your inner light during winter’s shorter + darker days.
Sunday, Dec. 1
December StoryWalk | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky | Free | As you stroll from the Visitor’s Center to the Children’s Garden you’ll be greeted with interactive panels sharing “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats. New Moon Ceremony | 6-7:30 p.m. | Creatures of Whim | $33 | This new moon ceremony will feature a group tarot reading, tarot spreads, and guided meditation.
Give back this season by lending a hand at Bikemas 2024. Community partners have come together to source 150+ bikes that will be refurbished and given to those in need for the holidays. You can help by cleaning the bikes or offering mechanical support.
Biz
Venture to Versailles tomorrow, Nov. 30, to celebrate seven years of The Amsden. The coffee shop and mercantile space will be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. with giveaway opportunities + holiday festivities like a potpourri station, writing letters to Santa, and carriage rides.
Plan Ahead
Lipstick Wars Poetry + the Lyric Theatre are teaming up to host In Bell We Trust on Sunday, Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Celebrating the words and work of author bell hooks, the free event will include open mic poetry, community conversation, and music.
Shop
If you’re out and about stimulating the economy this Black Friday, be sure to stop by Joseph-Beth Booksellers for some serious savings on books, toys, and accessories. And while you’re there, keep an eye out for titles by some talented Lexingtonians.
Community
Celebrating 175 years, The Lexington Cemetery remains a very special place due to the original vision of its founders. Inspired by garden cemeteries in Boston, Philadelphia, and Paris, France, the cemetery was laid out with paved paths and beautifully maintained landscaping. Learn more about its many memorialization options and tour it yourself.*
Try This
Get creative this season with Make It, Take It, Give It LearnShop classes in Berea (~an hour away). From broom-making to rug hooking, join local artists for hands-on workshops Friday, Dec. 6 through Sunday, Dec. 8. Plus, start your holiday shopping early with Shop Small Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30.*
Finance
How much could you borrow from your home? Get HELOC quotes now — calculate your payment.*
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