Great news from Lexington mayor, Linda Gorton. Gorton announced Tuesday, June 30th that playgrounds and splashpads will be reopening. This Saturday, July 4, 2020 playgrounds will reopen all over town. Children should wear masks and be encouraged to keep their distance from other children. There will be signage reminding visitors how to safely play during […]
The Lexington Public Library has reopened all branches! Beginning Monday, July 26, 2021 Beaumont, Central, Eastside, Northside, and Tates Creek Branches will be open from 10am-6pm. Village will remain open from 11am-6pm. Also, beginning this Saturday, July 24, Central Library will be open from 9am – 1pm. Limited activities are being held at some branches […]
Pride of Place is Lexington’s new self-guided LGBTQ history tour! Uncover the places where Lexington’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer history happened! Using our self-guided walking tour, visit sites that tell remarkable stories of courage, freedom, and the struggle for equality by Lexington’s LGBTQ community. The downtown walk is approximately one mile with over […]
If you haven’t heard of Miguel’s Pizza chances are you may not have been living in KY too long. Miguel’s is a famous stop for hikers and climbers that visit the Red River Gorge area as well as the locals. I recently went for the first time and loved getting a chance to see what […]
Grimaldi’s Pizza in The Summit is a delicious spot for a great family pizza dinner! Our family enjoyed a night out with pizza, salad, and delicious desserts! They have a patio with outdoor seating and also offer take out so it’s perfect if you’d rather dine at home! My kids love pizza and I must […]
Where can you find amazing shaved ice this summer in Central KY? Look no further than LOCO ICE! Loco Ice is a local shaved ice spot with two Lexington locations (Hamburg, 1979 Pavillion Way beside Best Buy and in Stonewall Shopping Center on Clays Mill). They are locally owned and are always a popular spot […]
If you’re looking for some great trails within the city of Lexington check out Veterans Park! There are miles of mountain bike trails that are great for a hike or a bike ride. There are great creeks that run all through the park as well as a paved path for easy bike riding, skating or […]
Explorium Summer Camps are going virtual!! Enjoy all the fun of Explorium at home! June 1-5 – Camp Chemistry – Pop! Fizz! Boom! Mix concoctions, make your own experiments, and make a scientific mess! June 8-12 – Uncovering the Universe – Make your own constellation, experiment with gravity, and create our own planet as we […]
The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce that it will begin its reopening on Friday, June 12, 2020, following the temporary closure in response to COVID-19. The initial reopening phase will be for members only. The Zoo will reopen to general admission ticket purchasers on Friday, June 26, 2020. It will operate with a reduced […]
Although the Kentucky Historical Society has been closed to visitors since mid-March, our staff continues to think of new ways to reach our audience while they are healthy at home. In an effort to do so, we are taking our summer camp ONLINE! Register for one week, two weeks, etc., or pick all six! Virtual […]
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program is a financial resource for families with students who lost access to free or reduced-price school meals due to COVID-19. P-EBT provides households an EBT card with funds to spend on food at home for students. The P-EBT benefit is a one-time benefit with eligible households to receive […]
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, Kentucky’s largest historic landmark, today announced that it will reopen with limited capacity beginning Monday, June 15, 2020. In accordance with Governor Beshear’s reopening guidelines and recommendations issued by the Center for Disease Control, the Village will begin operating at controlled attendance levels. Shaker Village is implementing extensive new safety […]
The Pinnacles in Berea is a wonderful spot not too far from Lexington where visitors can enjoy great overlooks and a variety of trails for all hiking abilities. Trails reopened June 1, 2020 – Please follow social distancing guidelines while hiking. Remain in groups of less than 10, wear masks when passing others, and practice […]
Lawn letters and signs are a great way to honor a special occasion! Here are some great local companies offering services. Yard Lettering Big Ol Yard Letters Central Kentucky Yard Greetings Front Yard Wishes Lawn Letter Kreations Lawn Letters with Love Lighting Up Lex Sign Gypsies Sweet Southern Sayins Yard Card Barn Signs Crown Trophy […]
The USDA has released a tentative schedule for reopening of Red River Gorge and other recreational areas (campgrounds, picnic areas, horse camps, etc.) *NEW Dates 05/19/2020 For more information follow the Daniel Boone National Forest on Facebook or check their website.