Keep the holiday cheer going by recycling old or broken lights, instead of throwing them away. | Photo provided by Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
The holiday season is filled with cheer, but it can also create extra waste — from gift wrap to Christmas trees and cardboard.
Do you have broken string lights or old power strips? Don’t toss them in the trash.
Special collection carts for broken holiday lights, extension cords, power strips, and other electronics are available at 10+ locations throughout Lexington until Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025.
Instead of sending your natural tree to the landfill, place it at the curb on your regular collection days for pickup. Bonus: The city can compost your tree.
While some wrapping paper is recyclable, most is not.
Gift bags, padded envelopes, ribbons, bows, and sticker sheets should go in your green trash cart to avoid contaminating other recyclables.
Cardboard goes in blue
Flattened shipping boxes, gift boxes, wrapping paper tubes, and other types of cardboard are all recyclable. Be sure to toss them in your blue recycling cart.
Script Table Reads | 7-10 p.m. | Lex Studios | $5 | Actors, screenwriters, playwrights, film, and tv professionals are invited to network + showcase their skills. UK vs. Colgate | 8 p.m. | Rupp Arena | $19+ | See the UK men’s basketball team battle it out against the Colgate Raiders.
Thursday, Dec. 12
Makerspace Open Studio | 1-4 p.m. | Marksbury Family Branch, Lexington Public Library | Free | Makers of all ages are invited to create buttons, stickers, and other crafts with equipment like a Cricut Maker, sewing + embroidery machines.
Friday, Dec. 13
Jukebox Nights — ‘90s | 4-11:59 p.m. | Lost Palm | Free | Head up to the rooftop bar for shared plates, tiki drinks, and to dance the night way to decade-driven beats.
Saturday, Dec. 14
Yoga with Ashventure | 9-10 a.m. | McConnell Springs | $10.60 | Enjoy the tranquility of this local park with an hour-long outdoor yoga flow — reservations required. Bluegrass Runners Holiday Get Together | 6-9 p.m. | The Annex by Mirror Twin | Free | Don your best tacky sweater to mix + mingle with fellow runners, and don’t forget your baked sweets for the holiday cookie exchange.
Sunday, Dec. 15
Holiday Cookie Cake Class | 3:30-5 p.m. | Harkness Edwards Vineyards, Winchester | $57 | Receive guided instruction to decorate your own freshly baked cookie cake — one glass of wine + all supplies are included.
Bourbon & Toulouse’s Townley Center location is officially open + will serve its Cajun and Creole classics daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The drive-thru will be ready for use in January. While the South Broadway spot is permanently closed, the Euclid Avenue flagship location remains open. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Open
After a brief hibernation, Kentucky Native Cafe is back open in its winter location, the heated greenhouse. You can enjoy its creative seasonal menu Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. with a special treat of live music on Sundays from 12 to 2 p.m.
Closing
Today is the last day to dig into all-day breakfast + sip on a hand-dipped milkshake from the Harrodsburg Road Frisch’s Big Boy. The last day for service at the Hamburg Frisch’s is Thursday, Dec. 12. The Lexington restaurants are part of a state-wide 10-store closure. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Cause
VisitLex is helping to spread a little holiday cheer this season by collecting new or gently used books for the International Book Project. For your generosity, you can receive 10% off any purchases made at the Lexington Visitor’s Center. Donations will be collected through Friday, Dec. 20.
Drink
Seeking sweet sippable specials? Leestown Coffee House has released its holiday menu, filled with leveled up versions of coffee classics. City Editor Molly’s favorite is the Kentucky Christmas featuring sorghum, maple syrup, cardamom + cloves.
Concert
If you’re standing on the edge + thinking about how much you miss Creed, then mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 9. The 1990s rock band is coming to Rupp Arena next summer with 3 Doors Down. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m.
Travel
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🎁 8 holiday presents $20 or less
Including a chic bedside carafe and a winter-friendly lip balm. | Graphic by 6AM City
Shop some of our favorite finds that will brighten up anyone’s holiday, all available for $20 or less.
Local pick:Fried Chicken Hair Clip | $4.50 | This one is for that extra crispy person in your life.
Bedside carafe + tumbler | $18.99 | Gift a pretty amber tumbler and glass perfect for adorning any bedside table.
Local pick:Bird Candlestick Holder | $19 | Available in three different sizes, this colorful flock at Lucia’s World Emporium was carved and hand-painted in Mozambique.
A great gift for a significant other or someone you love — a personalized song plaque you can customize with their favorite song + a photo of you together.
Gifts that give back are my favorite kind. Wick & Mortar Studio is hosting A Festive Holly Dolly Celebration on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m where you can make your own Dolly-inspired candle + sip on sparkly drinks. Bonus: $5 from each ticket will be donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
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