This is Wayfair’s biggest (and best) Black Friday sale to date. | Photos provided by Wayfair
We asked, and you answered: The key to impressing guests is “setting the perfect vibe.” Before welcoming family and friends into your home this holiday season, consider these five tips to enhance the vibe in your spaces — at up to 80% off.
Yes, Black Friday came early. Now until Sunday, Dec. 1, you can snag the lowest prices of the year during Wayfair’s extended Black Friday sale. Psst... Check back on Dec. 2 for Cyber Monday deals, too.
Pro tip: Warm lighting makes for an extra-cozy atmosphere. These dimmable Edison light bulbs will do the trick.
3. Minimize clutter
Storage doesn’t have to be an eyesore. You can tuck away miscellaneous items (think: books and games) in this extendable coffee table and store shoes in this natural rattan shoe storage cabinet that always seems to be trending online.
Paint and Sip Holiday Wreath | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette | $35 | Explore new brushstroke techniques while you paint your own holiday-themed monogram wreath.
Bourbon Tasting | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | The Manchester | $40 | Learn different taste-profiles, understand process and quality, and discover what you like by sampling four half-ounce pours — snacks also provided.
Friday, Nov. 29
Friday Grounds Force | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate | Free | If you love the outdoors + want to make a difference, stop by to lend a helping hand caring for this historic property’s grounds.
Saturday, Nov. 30
Small Business Saturday | 12-6 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | Price of purchase | Grab a glass to enjoy while you sip and shop special deals like 20% off all gifts and wine.
Sunday, Dec. 1
Weekly Sound Bath with Amy Hudson | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Sound Healing Center of Lexington | $25 | Release that holiday stress and tension as you melt away to the sweet + serene sounds of crystal singing bowls.
Lexington’s annual Holiday Parade is just around the corner on Saturday, Dec. 7. Start floating your ideas, because registration to participate closes this Friday, Nov. 29. (UKNow)
Open
Take the menu making into your own hands next time you drive out to Athens Boonesboro Road + build your own burger at JJ burgers and fries. This recently opened dining destination lets you customize your perfect patty with available toppings like crisp lettuce, a fried egg, or sauerkraut. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Sports
Take a trip down memory lane to celebrate 30 years of the Governor’s Cup and a mostly friendly rivalry. Relive the Cats + Cards past match-ups with this detailed timeline of every game since the rivalry’s modern inception in 1994. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
History
Honoring the US Colored Troops, the Old Georgetown Cemetery recently placed a new historical marker with the names of 49 soldiers who fought in the Civil War. Veteran Willa Gentry, who helped organize the project, says this memorial is for soldiers who were previously “left out of history.” (LEX18)
Shop
Don’t miss the UK School of Art and Visual Studies’ Open Studio on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Here you can shop custom ornaments, hand-crafted presents + food from the school’s emerging artists. (UKNOW)
Cause
Many of Lexington’s “most vulnerable young people” have never had a new coat, says Believing in Forever Inc. founder Devine Carama. You can help with the organization’s goal of distributing 2,500 coats. Newly purchased coats may be brought to the First Baptist Church Bracktown through Dec. 10. (WKYT)
Home
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Business
Business
One door closes, two doors open
The now closed CRU Food & Wine Bar featured a Napa-style menu + a wine list with 300+ selections. | Photo by LEXtoday
CRU Food & Wine Bar, one of The Summit at Fritz Farm’s inaugural businesses, permanently closed its doors this weekend.
Not all news from The Summit is sad news. The outdoor shopping center has a few new permanent + temporary storefronts, and seasonal attractions.
Southern Tide celebrated the grand opening of its first Lexington location earlier this month. Think: preppy yet comfortable.
Schiffman’s Jewelers is expected open in the former Babalu spot next Saturday, Dec. 7 just in time to give holiday shoppers a chance to shine.
lululemon recently moved to the former World of Beer location nearly tripling its storefront (and its offerings).
Friday Night Flurries returns each Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. bringing a little holiday magic and snow.
The Buy
The Buy
An electric salt and pepper grinder set that’s 20% off for early Black Friday. Snag one for just over $20 for yourself or as a holiday gift for your chef-iest friend.
