Take in breathtaking views at Hisle Farm Park. | Photo courtesy of @lexkyparks
While basketball might be taking over the city (and your screens) right now, there’s another sphere-shaped object city officials want you to keep in mind — the planet.
Tomorrow, March 22, Lexington is celebrating Earth Hour, an international movement encouraging people to spend 60+ minutes doing something good for planet Earth.
Live Green Lexington, aka the city’s Division of Environmental Services, is hosting eight events to make it easier for you to give back to mother nature.
Good for your health, good for the planet. Funds raised from registration of these races support Reforest the Bluegrass, restoring trees that were removed due to urbanization. There are options for a 1-mile, 5K, or 10K races, and sign-ups start at $20.
Join fellow Lexingtonians from 10 to 11 a.m. to help keep our waterways + sewer system clean — and in turn protecting our wildlife — by picking up trash out of the Wolf Run Creek.
Gallery Hop | 5-8 p.m. | The Living Arts & Science Center | Free | Stop by for an after-hours viewing of various exhibitions, including “LEXpop Invasion” curated by Bryce Oquaye + “Jabari Raaziq Johnson: An Artistic Journey”
Syzygy | 5-10 p.m. | The Loudoun House | Free | Join Lexington Art League + Liquified Collective for an evening of live music, a light show with projection mapping, art, vendors, food trucks, and local brews.
OMAGE to Ritual Series | Friday, March 21-Saturday, March 22 | Times vary | The Apiary | $175 | Embark on a multi-sensory journey through the rituals of spring with dishes inspired by Eastern Mediterranean cuisine — the decor alone is worth the ticket.
Saturday, March 22
Grand Opening Celebration | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Dog Stop | Free | Bring your pup for a day of activities including corn hole, food trucks, pup cups, and paw painting while checking out this new daycare + boarding facility.
Ole Miss vs. Kentucky Softball | 2 p.m. | John Cropp Stadium | $10+ | See the Wildcats swing for the fences against conference rival the Rebels in this matinee match-up.
Sunday, March 23
Sangria Sunday | 1-4 p.m. | Wildside Winery | Price of purchase | Relax + unwine-d with a bold, flavorful glass of sangria while listening to live tunes from Trippin’ Roots.
The Onlies | 7 p.m. | The Burl | $15+ | Have a toe-tappin’, foot stompin’ good time listenin’ to this lively string band made up of four friends who have collaborated with the likes of Elvis Costello.
Video killed the radio star. Just kidding, because Radio Star 80s Lounge is celebrating its grand opening on Main Street tonight at 8 p.m. Think: Neon lights, nostalgic arcade games, cozy booths for lounging + totally rad cocktails like the blue thunder margarita, topped with pop rocks.
Drink
The Willow: A Blooming Collective, is also debuting its wine bar this week with soft opening hours, today + tomorrow, 4-10 p.m. Relax in the tree-filled spaces while you sip a selection of curated wines and cocktails. Its wellness bar will begin service next Wednesday, March 26.
Award
Congratulations to UK women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks for being named National Coach of the Year by The Sporting News. Brooks is the second coach in the program’s history to start the season 7-0. Watch the Wildcats face Liberty today at 12 p.m. in the NCAA tournament at Historic Memorial Coliseum.
Eat
Speaking of women’s basketball, senior Dazia Lawrence has inked a delicious deal with girlsgirlsgirls Burritos that benefits you. When you stop by the South Limestone restaurant throughout the rest of this month, mention DLaw10 + you’ll get free chips and queso with your meal.
Travel
Ticketless parking is now available at Blue Grass Airport. Your license plate will be scanned upon entering both the short + long term parking lots. When you leave, your plate will be scanned again letting attendants know the total.
Festival
Mark your calendars, the DiverCity Festival is returning to downtown Saturday, May 24, 12-7 p.m. Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza will be filled with opportunities to showcase + celebrate our city’s vibrant and diverse cultures through food, performances, and vendors.
The Remington will feature 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options. | Rendering courtesy of Denton Floyd Real Estate Group
The Citation Boulevard area just keeps on growing. It recently celebrated the opening of Lexington’s first Publix, as well as the announcement of a Papi’s joining the shopping center. The latest development? A 280-unit multifamily apartment community called The Remington.
Located at 2350 Remington Way off Georgetown Road, the complex will feature 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units constructed by Louisville’s Denton Floyd Real Estate Group. The luxury living community will also feature:
An exclusive clubhouse with resort-style heated saltwater pool
Communal fire pits + grilling stations
24-hour fitness center complete with yoga room, express market, micro-office spaces, coffee bar, meditation pod, and bike repair room
Playgrounds, pet park, and EV charging stations
While we’re talking real estate developments, refresh your memory on a few that are in the works:
After sipping on the Blue Thunder Margarita at the soft opening of Radio Star 80’s Lounge, I now want to politely request that all my drinks be topped with Pop Rocks. Be sure to check our Instagram for a little recap.
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