Winter weather caused severe flooding throughout the state, from Louisville to eastern Kentucky. | Photo via @pikevillepride
Lexingtonians are already looking for ways to help as winter flooding continues to affect the Commonwealth. Whether you are hoping to support a good cause or give directly to those in need, here’s how you can make a difference.
Direct donations
Morton James is calling for donations to be dropped off at its Summit storefront. Specific items requested include:
Bottled drinking water
Non-perishable food items
Cleaning supplies, think: gloves, sprays, paper towels + garbage bags
2025 Oscar Nominated Short Films: Animated | Tuesday, Feb. 18-Thursday, Feb. 20 | Times vary | Kentucky Theatre | $9.25 | Gain the edge in your Oscar pool when you enjoy five Academy Award nominated animation shorts.
The Gaythering | 5-8 p.m. | Old North Bar | Price of purchase | Join the Imperial Court of Kentucky the third Tuesday of every month for a queer happy hour + networking event.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Artist Showcase | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center | Free | Marvel at this extravaganza of painting, photography, sculpture + more from Lexington’s most talented artists.
Mocktails at the Museum | 5-6 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel Lexington | Free | Sip a free, specially crafted mocktail while you enjoy a guided tour of the gallery’s exhibition, “Still, Life! Meaning and Mending in Contemporary Art.”
Thursday, Feb. 20
Prix Fixe Dinner | Times vary | Chez Lyndon | $59 | Reserve your table at this downtown bed and breakfast for a special chef-inspired, three-course dinner.
Friday, Feb. 21
Brunch | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Granddam | $15+ | Indulge in craft coffee, cocktails, and brunch favorites like jalapeño chicken and waffles — valet parking is free.
Developer Will Hanrahan has submitted plans for a mixed-use development on a one-acre piece of land on Delaware Avenue. Coined Railyard, he hopes to build 32 residential units, including 12 affordable housing apartments, a community garden, dog park, and lower-level retail space. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Sports
With a decisive win over Georgia last Sunday, UK women’s basketball senior Georgia Amoore became the third player in Division I history to score 2,300 points + get 800 assists. Amoore is expected to be a top 10 draft pick and has added a long list of awards to her resume this season. (Kentucky Kernel)
Concert
Tonight at The Burl, don’t miss singer/songerwriter Jordy Searcy, author of 1,000+ songs and veteran of season seven of NBC’s “The Voice” season seven. Tickets start at $18 and doors open an hour before the 8 p.m. show, featuring special guest Lydi Lynn.
Kids
Take the scare out of healthcare with a trip to the Teddy Bear Hospital, Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Children ages 3 to 11 will guide their squeezable friends through “bear treatment areas” as they learn about everything from radiology to immunizations.
Edu
Do you want to wow your students by bringing the outdoors inside your classroom? Register now for the Early Childhood Educator Workshop at the UK Arboretum on Saturday, March 22 featuring nature-based curricula for PreK-2nd grade + six hours of professional development.
Shop
Legacy Grove Park in Winchester is accepting vendor applications for the fourth annual Legacy Night Concert Series. The 30-acre, ADA accessible park will host food trucks, family activities, musical performances from area bands + a pop-up market.
Active
Along with training, LiveWELL Training Club now offers nutritional coaching and meal planning through the EatWell Program. This new option is available for current members and non-members and offers everything from basic guidance to detailed plans with meal timing based on individual goals. Interested?Set up a consultation.*
Drink
Take this coffee quiz and get matched with the artisan, small-batch roast perfect for you. Trade Coffee ships 450+ freshly roasted coffee options right to your door.*
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Eat
Taco ‘bout some delicious news
Condado in the Summit is all about tacos. | Photo by LEXtoday
Who doesn’t love a good food-themed week?Crave Taco Week, hosted by Smiley Pete, kicks off Monday, March 3 and runs through Sunday, March 9 — giving us 25+ spots to get the best bites for your buck.
Here’s how it works: Each restaurant is offering up three-taco plates for $7.50, with options varying by location. Pro tip: download the app on iTunes and GooglePlay to keep up with the tacos and be entered for a chance to win a catering pack from Condado Tacos.
Now,let’s taco ‘bout it.
Agave & Rye | Meat options include burger- and breakfast-inspired tacos, plus a vegetarian cauliflower kimchi riceburger taco.
Bandido Taqueria Mexicana | Choose from five options — baja fish, maui wowie, carne asada, pollo asado, or carnitas.
Campestre Mexican Bar & Grill | Both tacos serve up beefed up options, including a mushroom + refried bean or ribeye steak tacos.
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