Spikeball set | $67.99 | A popular yard game they’ll want to play immediately after unwrapping.
Gifts for homebodies
Local pick:Daily devotional bath kit | $14 | This Himalayan salt bath set from The Black Market includes embellished candles + bath teas with lavender, oat milk, and essential oils.
Rotating puzzle board + poppy puzzle | $89.99 + $29.95 | Puzzle-lovers will appreciate this rotating puzzle board and a colorful, cheery poppy puzzle.
Cotton waffle bathrobe | $131.40 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.
Gifts for your significant other
Local pick:Sugar Boo & Co Johnny Mug | $18 | Fill your partner’s cup with love with this speckled coffee mug scripted with the Johnny Cash lyric, “because you’re mine I walk the line,” from Worlds Apart Lexington.
Local pick: Mary Dowling Winter Wheat | $55 | This local bourbon is a symphony of smooth flavors; it’s meticulously aged in wood-fired, toasted barrels + delivers a velvety-smooth finish with delicate notes of allspice and cinnamon.*
Gifts for holiday parties + gift exchanges
Local pick:Ruth Hunt Bourbon Balls | $19.95+ | Make your colleagues feel sweet with a box of classic Kentucky candies.
†Please note: Legalities in your state may vary. Cornbread Hemp advises consumers to read the company’s terms and conditions, consult a physician before trying products, start only with small amounts, and to not consume products before driving or before a drug test. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by LEXtoday.
Events
Events
Monday, Dec. 2
Monday Funday | Times vary | District 7 Social Hall | Free | Shake off the Monday blues with trivia, drink specials, and a delicious meal.
Craft and Candle Cocktail Bar | 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Wick + Mortar Studio | $15+ | Blend your custom scent to create a candle, reed diffuser, fabric spritz, and more with cocktails, wine + beer available for purchase.
Tuesday, Dec. 3
Last Minute Holiday Gifts | 5-6:30 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, Eastside Branch | Free | Get crafty by creating the perfect handmade gift using available equipment like a laser engraver, Cricut, and large format printer.
Bingo Night | 7-9 p.m. | Mirror Twin Brewing Co. | Free | Get five in a row B4 anyone else to win cash prizes.
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Seedlings in STEAM | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | The Living Arts & Science Center | Free | Kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers will love learning about animal architects by building their own beaver dams + bird nests — registration required.
Friday, Dec. 6
Make It, Take It, Give It LearnShops | Friday, Dec. 6-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Times vary | Locations vary, Berea | $16+ | Head to Berea to learn a new craft — from broom making to rug hooking — with expert artists guiding you through hands-on instruction and create a unique, gift-worthy piece of art this holiday season.*
Tracing their roots back to 1939, The Blind Boys of Alabama are a musical institution with nearly a century of entertaining both gospel + secular audiences. Catch them at the Kentucky Theatre tomorrow, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45.50. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Travel
Start spreading the news, you’re leaving in May. Daily, non-stop flights from Blue Grass Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport return Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Perfect for business trips + weekend getaways, tickets are on sale now. (The Lane Report)
Drink
Bourbon enthusiasts can now bid online for some of Kentucky’s most sought-after spirits. The Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is auctioning off confiscated bottles of Pappy Van Winkle, Blanton’s Single Barrel + more. Bidding ends at midnight on Wednesday, Dec. 11. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
History
This is the last call for submissions to our historical marker contest. Submit your nominations by this Tuesday, Dec. 3. for a chance to be featured on our map — and maybe even have your location officially recognized. Make a submission.
Seasonal
From historic home tours to a beautiful Christmas parade, complete with a visit from Saint Nick himself, Mercer County has a festive lineup of can’t-miss winter events. Plan your visit.*
Shop
Practical, comfortable, and life-changing — period. Knix Leakproof Underwear offers reliable leakproof protection in ultra-soft, seamless designs. Save up to 60% for Black Friday through tomorrow, Dec. 3.*
The Buy
The Buy
It’s Cyber Monday. Don’t miss these rare deals that are only available until the end of the day:
⚡The Conair Steam Stylist that’s on deal for less than $50. It’s a 3-in-1 gadget that can steam, press, and iron your garments. ⚡A set of high-quality Rubbermaid food storage containers that are 33% off — perfect for storing holiday leftovers. ⚡An Oral-B electric toothbrush. If you’ve been contemplating upgrading your classic toothbrush, consider this 40% off deal your sign.
As we continue into a season of giving, explore our City Guide with over 30 volunteer opportunities in Lexington. Whether you want to trim weeds with Parks and Recreation, repair bikes at Broke Spoke, or host a show on RadioLex, there’s something for everyone looking to strengthen their community + give back to the city we all love.
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