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Tickets for Keeneland’s Spring Meet go on sale tomorrow, Feb. 17, at 9 a.m.
To make race-day planning seamless, Keeneland has released a ticket-buying guide ahead of the on-sale. New ticketed spaces this season include the 1936 Room, Dogwood Room, Sycamore Room, Ivy Room, and The Rooftop — offering fresh ways to experience the action.
Pro tip: The ticket waiting room opens at 8:30 a.m., and at 9 a.m. customers will be randomly assigned a spot in the queue to purchase tickets.
LexPark will offer free on-street meter parking and complimentary access to its four garages today in observance of Presidents Day. Garage gates return to normal operations Tuesday, Feb. 17. Pro tip: The surface lot at 168 N. Upper St. remains enforced at all times.
Eat
Tomorrow, Feb. 17, is Mardi Gras, the annual pre-Lent celebration set to take over streets across the world. If you aren’t joining the 1.4 million expected visitors at the country’s biggest celebration in New Orleans, Bourbon n’ Toulouse is serving alligator four different ways, cookies from Olive’s Apron Bakery, and more.
Mansion Monday
Live like royalty in this European-inspired estate featuring a 24-foot turreted great room, double-island chef’s kitchen, and a spa-worthy primary suite. The bourbon-accented basement includes a game room, wine bar, and theater, plus a separate guest house for visitors, work, or workouts.
Plan Ahead
Start the growing season on a sweet note at the 2026 Strawberry Daze Festival on Saturday, May 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Black Soil KY’s Fulfillment Center. The free, family-friendly event includes a complimentary pint of strawberries per household, plus shopping and community connections celebrating Kentucky agriculture.
Drink
The most expensive US whiskey sale ever — a bottle of 1982 Kentucky bourbon — recently sold for ~$162,000 in New York City. You won’t need pockets anywhere near as deep at one of Lexington’s buzzy happy hours. (Southern Living)
Stat
Six months. That’s how long the average job search takes nowadays, and last summer, job seekers outnumbered job openings for the first time since 2021. Need a hand finding your next role? Start exploring opportunities. (The Wall Street Journal)
Correction
Lexington Writer’s Room’s new space is located at 271 W. Short St., Ste. 202 above Frank & Dino’s. Memberships are currently $26 through the end of February.
Learn
Garden design, color theory, calligraphy, portrait photography, embroidery. These are just a handful of the expert-led, creative classes available on Skillshare, an online learning community recognized by The New York Times and Forbes. Start a one month free trial + dive into new skills.*
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of Nourish patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian covered by their insurance. You could be covered, too — check your coverage + get matched with a dietitian who can cut through the food noise and build you a plan to thrive.*
Job
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your opening on our Job Board and get connected to top local talent.
Plan Ahead
Local Black History Month events
View LPL’s full Black History Month schedule. | Photo provided by Lexington Public Library
Celebrate Black history in Lexington with hands-on workshops, thought-provoking films, and events highlighting local Black artists and performers.
Abayomi Dolls | Monday, Feb. 16 | 2-3 p.m. | Lexington Public Library - Central | Free | Learn the history behind Abayomi Dolls + craft your own.
Black History Month Printmaking Workshop | Friday, Feb. 20 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Artworks at Carver School | Free | Explore printmaking techniques in a creative workshop celebrating Black history.
Black History Month screening of “The Alabama Solution” | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center | Free | A film screening and community conversation will spotlight prison reform and advocacy efforts.
Lexington: Resilience in the Redline Community Screening | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Central Library | Free | This documentary examines the lasting impact of redlining in Lexington and the strength of the communities affected.
Vibes + Vision 2026 Youth Arts Talent Showcase | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | The Black and Williams Community Center | Free | An afternoon showcase featuring youth performers across music, dance, poetry and visual art.
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