Poet Katerina Stoykova shares her work with fellow members during the Lexington Writers Room’s monthly write-in. | Photo courtesy of Fiona Young-Brown
You know our city is famous for horses, bourbon, and the Wildcats. You might even know that US Poet Laureate Ada Limon + Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House call Lexington home. But did you know the Horse Capital of the World plays host to an impressive + expanding writing scene?
At the center is the Lexington Writer’s Room, a collaborative High Street work space designed to welcome newcomers to the literary world, while offering opportunities for growth to everyone who enters. There’s just one problem — after five years of fostering creativity + originality, the Lexington Writer’s Room (LWR) may be looking for a new home, or even saying goodbye.
Creative co-workers, free snacks + sodas — what more could a writer want? | Photo via Lexington Writer’s Room
LWR is a nonprofit + co-working space where people actively engaged in a writing project can come to socialize, network, and write. Fun fact: City Editor Sam credits his time at the LWR with jump starting his writing career.
Bingo Night | 7-9 p.m. | Mirror Twin Brewing Co. | Free | Be the first to get five in a row B4 anyone else for an opportunity to win cash prizes.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Family Fun & Learning Night | 5-7 p.m. | Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning | Free | Join activist Jim Embry for a discussion about his history with the civil rights movement as well as his work in sustainable agriculture.
Thursday, Jan. 23
Craft and Candle Cocktail Bar | 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Wick + Mortar Studio | $15+ | Blend your own custom scent to make a candle, reed diffuser, fabric spritz, and more — cocktails, wine + beer available for purchase.
Friday, Jan. 24
“Clue” | Friday, Jan. 24-Sunday, Jan. 26 | Times vary | Lexington Opera House | $53+ | Murder and blackmail are on the menu at this comedy stage adaptation of the classic Hasbro board game.
Saturday, Jan. 25
Hands-On Hang-Out | 12-4 p.m. | Wise Bird Cider | Free | This family-friendly afternoon will be packed with interactive educational experiences from the Living Arts & Science Center and Kentucky Wild.
Calling all aspiring artists and superb scientists, Living Arts & Science Center announced admission is now free after 5 p.m. on weekdays. Consider this your invitation to feel like a kid again as you explore the art galleries or catch a planetarium show.
Eat
It’s time for Thai-food lovers to treat their tastebuds — Crank & Boom is bringing back Thai & Mighty for a one-night-only pop-up on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Make your reservation for the benefit dinner at Honeywood to enjoy an a la carte menu featuring fan-favorite wonton nachos.
Job
Are you a kitchen creative with a passion for education? Northside Common Market wants you to be its next Community Culinary Instructor. In the role you’ll be teaching classes around nutrition, recipe development, and essential kitchen skills. Apply today.
Community
With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, love is in the air and the UK Alumni Association wants to hear your campus meet-cutes. Whether you met your sweetheart during class or made lifelong friends tailgating at Kroger Field, you can submit your story.
Concert
Here we go again, “MANIA: The ABBA Tribute” is returning to the Lexington Opera House, Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Don’t take a chance on tickets selling out, dancing queens — secure your seats.
Active
A full-body workout in 30 minutes? Say no more. YMCA members can now book a 30-45-minute onboarding session for EGYM at the Whitaker Family YMCA (this must be completed before use). Not a member?Join the Y to see what all the hype is about.*
Beauty
Thinking about trying Pantone’s Color of the Year in rich mocha mousse tones — or maybe curtain bangs have caught your eye? Staying on trend is easy with help from Kaitlyn Hubert and her team at Pelo Lexington. Not sure where to start? Book a consultation.*
Try This
Why keep your event a secret? Share it with our audience of the most engaged Lexingtonians. Visit our self-service ad portal to get started + your event could be in our newsletter in as little as two days.
The Buy
The Buy
Our favorite $6.99 women’s thermal undershirts and women’s thermal leggings to get you through the winter season. We love brand 32 Degrees (you may recognize it from Costco) for durable, warm basics at price points that make us happy.
After months of working virtually, Senior City Editor Molly Thompson and I finally met in person at one of our favorite spots, Kenwick Table. We were blessed by a visit from the Table’s mascot, an enormous cat named Hambone. When it was time for Molly and me to go, Hambone made his displeasure known by sitting on my work phone and (playfully) biting my hand. Message received, Hambone. We’ll be back.
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