Eagerly awaiting fall festivities to start?Kick off apple season with Wildside Winery as they celebrate the harvest with their annual Apple Fest this weekend.
Take a short drive to Versailles (5500 Troy Pike) to enjoy complimentary you-pick apples, homemade apple cobbler, and — true to vineyard spirit — apple pie wine slushies.
Pro tip: Bring your own container for apple picking ease.
Asked
Asked
What festival treat are you most excited for?
A. Free you-pick B. Apple Cobbler C. Wine Slushies D. I’m just here for the wine
Writing Retreat: Dive into the Heart of Your Story | 1-5 p.m. | Carnegie Center For Literacy | $66.95 | Join the Carnegie Center for a half-day fall writing retreat with Leatha Kendrick, featuring prompts, quiet writing time, and supportive feedback to spark new ideas or deepen your current work.
Floating Lotus Kitchen Grand Opening | 3-5 p.m. | Floating Lotus Kitchen | Price of purchase | Floating Lotus Kitchen, a new lunch cafe in Lexington, is having its grand opening — the first 50 people get a free drink — serving wraps, sandwiches, and Mediterranean bowls.
“Highest 2 Lowest” | Friday, Aug. 15 | Times vary | Kentucky Theatre | $9.25 | In “Highest 2 Lowest,” Denzel Washington stars as a legendary music mogul caught in a high-stakes ransom scheme, in Spike Lee’s bold reinterpretation of an Akira Kurosawa classic.
Saturday, Aug. 16
DV8K Life Changing Run | 8-11 a.m. | Keeneland Race Course | $35 | The 7th Annual DV8K Life Changing Run at Keeneland raises funds to support addiction recovery through scenic races for all ages and abilities.
Annual Mom-Mom’s Summer Flower & Crafts Festival | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mom-Mom’s Lavender | $7+ | The Summer Flower and Crafts Festival offers a vibrant day of blooms, crafts, food, and family fun, with half of all proceeds benefiting Paws 4 the Cause.
Teacher & School Employee Appreciation Day | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky | Free | Show your school ID/employee badge/letter of intent at the Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center to receive free admission to the Kentucky Children’s Garden.
Sunday, Aug. 17
Outdoor Yoga | 9-10 a.m. | Grounded All Day Cafe | Free | Join this donation-based outdoor yoga class to learn from the best instructors in the city.
Stitch & Sip | 7 p.m. | Joseph-Beth Booksellers | Free | An evening for local stitchers to craft and connect — bring your projects and enjoy refreshments while socializing with the community.
Tuesday, Aug. 19
Gardening Series: Gardening with Tropicals | 7 p.m. | The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky | $15 | Learn how to grow tropical-style houseplants outdoors, featuring a garden tour and take-home plants for participants.
Have you seen the Field & Main Bank team out and about in our community? | Photos courtesy of Field & Main Bank
National Nonprofit Day (Sunday, Aug. 17) is right around the corner. And we’re celebrating the incredible organizations working to make our community stronger — and renewing their commitment to supporting their missions every step of the way.
Field & Main Bank believes that banking should go beyond dollars and cents. That’s why they partner with nonprofits not only financially, but through real relationships. How? By offering guidance on board governance, fraud prevention, access to essential services, and technology tools that help organizations grow.
Whether you’re leading a grassroots effort or a large, established nonprofit, their experienced bankers are ready to listen, learn about your goals, and explore the best ways to support your organization’s mission.
Their team doesn’t just work in Lexington — they volunteer here, mentor here, and believe in this community just like you do.
Connect with a Field & Main banker to get started — when nonprofits thrive, our whole community flourishes.†‡
Pub sub anyone? Publix announced that a Georgetown location is coming to Kentucky, but there is no projected opening date in sight. In total, Kentucky has three open locations and three in the works — plenty of opportunities to pretend we’re at the beach. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Civic
Lexington plans to lower tax rates next year, but most homeowners won’t see smaller bills. A 4% revenue boost from new construction and higher property values means the city will collect more, even as the rate drops slightly. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Closed
The Wok (537 Waller Ave.), a staple Chinese restaurant, is closing its doors today. However, the space won’t be vacant for long. China Hut, which recently closed due to an expired lease, is set to reopen in the same location as New China Hut. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Sports
We are two weeks away from kicking off the 2025 UK football season. With 50 fresh faces on the team and promising quarterback recruits, the team is experiencing a promising shift. Check out the Herald-Leader’s analysis to learn more about what the team has in store for this season. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Taylor Swift performs during the “The Eras Tour.”
Photo by Ronald S Woan via Wikimedia Commons
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Mark your calendars for Oct. 3 — and maybe dust off that sourdough starter. Taylor Swift announced her new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” last night on the Kelce Brothers’ “New Heights” podcast, where she also dished on her master tracks, the Eras Tour and, yes, her latest baking obsession.
Home
You know what they say, Lexington: The early bird gets… the best lights? This local home services leader is offering 10% off holiday lighting installs completed before Saturday, Nov. 15. Too early for festive magic? Never. Get ahead of the busy holiday season — snag the deal.*
Drink
Save the date, pumpkin spice latte people — the beloved beverage will return to Starbucks on Tuesday, Aug. 26. Need something to sip in the meantime? Try a seasonal drink at one of Lexington’s local coffee shops.
Eat
When it comes to sweet treats, derby pie takes the cake in Kentucky, according to a new list of the most iconic desserts in the US by state. Hungry for a bite? We recommend this beauty from Winchell’s Restaurant & Sports Bar. (Condé Nast Traveler)
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Our favorite back-to-school find for college students: an upholstered storage ottoman. Dorm rooms don’t offer much space, so smart storage solutions are a must. This ottoman delivers with a roomy interior and soft teddy velvet fabric — combining function with style.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Hi there, fancy meeting you here. I hear Patrick’s been talking about me, so I figured I should introduce myself. I grew up locally in Nicholasville, and recently graduated from the University of Kentucky — I’m excited to learn about the city I love in a new way.
I love walks at the Arboretum, exploring new foodie spots, and spending time with my dogs, Mr. Bean and our newest rescue Jojo — want to meet them?
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