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🎶 Tune in to Tahlsound
This could be your view, too. | Photo via Chris Reynolds Photography
The Tahlsound Concert Series kicks off its new season on Sunday, April 26 at 5 p.m. on the lawn behind the Oleika Temple. The first event of the season is a celebration of female songwriters, and it features Abby Hamilton, Girl Tones, and Emily Jamerson. Other events take place on the last Sunday of each month from April through August. In addition to tunes, kid-friendly activities, food vendors, and a festival atmosphere round out the event.
Nicholasville native and rising country star Hamilton headlines. When not touring, Hamilton can often be found in residency at the Green Lantern, where she curates afternoon “Trash Bills” that feature artists from across the region.
Also appearing are rock duo Girl Tones — who’ve played with Cage the Elephant and earned comparisons to The White Stripes — and Jamerson — a singer-songwriter from Prestonsburg whose influences include John Prine and Emmylou Harris. Tickets are free, with donations encouraged.
Vintage Pickin’ in the Bluegrass | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Masterson Station Park | $5 | Join the Fleur De Flea and 200+ regional vendors for the largest outdoor vintage market in the area, featuring antiques, vintage, collectables, and more. Plus, enjoy food trucks and a pop-up bar.*
As you know by now, we steer clear of political discourse. While the UK Board of Trustees meet, and media outlets wait for the governor’s next statement, we’ll be keeping things positive, hyperlocal, and politics-free. Whether you want to talk politics with your friends or forget about it for a bit, how about brunch?
Community
The Lexington Children’s Museum’s efforts to move from Short Street to a new, expanded location in Davis Park received a $5.8 million boost from the General Assembly. The project is currently undergoing a design and planning study, and is expected to double the current 1990 museum’s size. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Open
Newly opened Birdies Chicken at 112 North Mill is serving up carry-out only chicken for lunch currently, but plans to expand to 6 p.m.-3 a.m. hours within a couple of weeks. With Goodfellas and Ruby’s Cafe nearby, we’re calling this the new downtown midnight munchies corridor. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Traffic
Cherrybark Drive will be closed between Southland and Rosemont Garden beginning Monday, April 27, due to continued work on the Wolf Run Sewer Project. The closure will likely last through late summer. (WKYT)
Kids
Berry Hill Park has new equipment, including a spinner, swing, perimeter fencing, and a communication board. The upgrades make it more user-friendly for children with disabilities and special needs, as well as their caregivers.
Today Is
National Picnic Day. Call it your sign to finally try one of Lexington’s new restaurants — just take your order to-go and claim a patch of grass somewhere scenic.
Plan Ahead
In case you missed it, our small team will be taking a break from the newsletter tomorrow and Monday. Can’t start your mornings without LEXtoday? We’ve got plenty of content on our website to keep you busy.
Pro Tip
Every Thursday, lululemon adds new markdowns to its We Made Too Much section. Read: Deals, on deals, on deals. We’re eyeing this breathable short sleeve tee that’s perfect for warm-weather workouts, or this cropped legging that’s a great price for lululemon leggings.*
Finance
If your budget feels tighter than it used to, it might be time to rethink a few everyday expenses. Read this list of 19 money-saving strategies and create a little breathing room in your budget.*
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Small Business
Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day in LEX
Joseph-Beth Booksellers always has a dedicated section of Kentucky-based books. | Photo by LEXtoday
Saturday, April 25 is Independent Bookstore Day, the perfect opportunity to celebrate all things literature in the Horse Capital of the World. Support these local Lexington bookstores:
Black Swan Books
This Woodland neighborhood book shop has been a champion of all things Kentuckiana and literature for over 30 years.
Glover’s Bookery
Explore over 80,000 volumes of books ranging from equestrian education to Kentucky history.
Half Price Books
While not technically independent, this family-owned shop offers both new + used books, plus vinyl records and more.
Joseph-Beth Booksellers
Enter for gift card drawings + your chance to win free books for a year. Plus, members earn double points on all purchases.
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Breaking news: The peonies are blooming! Sally the Border Collie is just as excited as I am. These are the first ones I see every year, alongside Gratz Park, just past the Carnegie Center. Please feel free to send me photos of your favorites. We have to enjoy these short-lived floral glamour queens while we can.
And, psst, don’t forget, we also have giant art installation versions to check out this year at Gatton Park. Thankfully, those last through May 31. There’s no newsletter this Friday or Monday, but I’ll be back in your inbox with plenty to share on Tuesday.
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