Head to the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza on Friday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 20 to experience live music (think: DJs, mariachi bands, and bachata), dance + visual arts performances, and foods from various Latin regions.
Take a first look at the new Phoenix Park, which features a stage for live music, a three-story playground, picnic tables, swinging benches, a dog park, and more. The one-acre community space at Main and Limestone opens to the public this Thursday, Sept. 18. (WKYT)
Coming Soon
A new Kroger Marketplace store is coming to Winchester Road. The proposed development includes a 127,000-sqft grocery store with a wine and spirits shop, a fuel center, and more amenities. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Cause
We hope you’re hungry — Dining Out For Life returns this Thursday, Sept. 18. Over 60 restaurants across Central Kentucky will donate at least 25% of sales to help AVOL Kentucky end HIV in the Bluegrass State. Make breakfast, lunch, or dinner plans.
Tech
Apple CEO Tim Cook stopped by the Apple Store at Fritz Farm over the weekend. He visited to spend time with employees and customers ahead of a big week — the newest iPhone and more devices will be released this Friday, Sept. 19.
Festival
Want to jazz up your week?Tickets are still available for Equinox Jazz Fest, happening tomorrow, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept. 21 at The Melroy and The Kentucky Theatre.
Plan Ahead
Yesterday, Sept. 15 marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, which continues through Wednesday, Oct 15. Here’s one way to celebrate: The Lexington Public Library’s “Viva la cultura!” event on Thursday, Oct. 2 will include button-making, games, and a live dance performance.
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Thousands of Kentuckians will flock to Berea this weekend for the 29th annual Spoonbread Festival, featuring a parade, carnival rides, craft + food vendors, live music, a car show, and a 5K run.
The main attraction? Colorful hot air balloons will illuminate the sky during a balloon glow at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19 — the three-day fest’s opening night. Make plans to attend.
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