Community Calendar

Mark your calendars for Bookish Trivia at West Sixth Brewing in Lexington on April 2nd! Come out for an evening of good beer, better people, and the chance to show off your book knowledge (and maybe even win a prize for it!).

Trivia will start at 6pm and will be hosted by Local Trivia Action, but the fun starts before that! We'll be there starting at 5:30 with a limited selection of $3-$5 bestsellers to shop.

If you're not into trivia, we invite you to come chat, find a new read, and enjoy a beer outside. You'll still be helping us out - West Sixth is generously donating $1 per every beer served between 5:30-7:30 to support International Book Project!

Pianist Bruce Brubaker, renowned for his visionary interpretations of Philip Glass and Brian Eno, presents a solo program on the 9ʼ Steinway grand piano. Known for bringing deep expressivity to Glassʼs minimalist compositions and capturing the ambient textures of Enoʼs music, Brubaker continues to shape contemporary classical music with his immersive performances.

AquaVenture 2026
The Artists’ Attic presents AquaVenture 2026, a juried regional exhibition of watercolor and water-based media, in partnership with the Kentucky Watercolor Society. The exhibition will be on view March 2–May 8, 2026 at The Artists’ Attic, 401 W. Main St., 4th Floor, Lexington, KY 40508.
An awards reception will be held Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00–5:00 pm. The public is also invited to view the exhibition during Gallery Hop on Friday, March 20 from 4:00–8:00 pm.
AquaVenture showcases contemporary and traditional approaches to watercolor and water media, featuring work by artists from Kentucky and surrounding states, including mixed media and experimental techniques.
The exhibition is open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 pm or by appointment.
The Kentucky Watercolor Society, founded in 1977, is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting watercolor artists through exhibitions, education, and community engagement.
For more information about the Kentucky Watercolor Society, visit www.kentuckywatercolorsociety.com or find them on Facebook.
For more information about the Artists' Attic, please visit us at https://theartistsattic.org/ .

March 20-22 / 27-29 / April 3-5, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

The renowned comic actor and author of Picasso at the Lapine Agile provides a wild satire adapted from the classic German play about Louise and Theo Markes, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise's bloomers fall down in public. Though she pulls them up quickly, he thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Louise's momentary display does not result in the feared scandal but it does attract two infatuated men, each of whom wants to rent the spare room in the Markes' home. Oblivious of their amorous objectives, Theo splits the room between them, happy to collect rent from both the foppish poet and the whiny hypochondriac.

AquaVenture 2026
The Artists’ Attic presents AquaVenture 2026, a juried regional exhibition of watercolor and water-based media, in partnership with the Kentucky Watercolor Society. The exhibition will be on view March 2–May 8, 2026 at The Artists’ Attic, 401 W. Main St., 4th Floor, Lexington, KY 40508.
An awards reception will be held Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00–5:00 pm. The public is also invited to view the exhibition during Gallery Hop on Friday, March 20 from 4:00–8:00 pm.
AquaVenture showcases contemporary and traditional approaches to watercolor and water media, featuring work by artists from Kentucky and surrounding states, including mixed media and experimental techniques.
The exhibition is open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 pm or by appointment.
The Kentucky Watercolor Society, founded in 1977, is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting watercolor artists through exhibitions, education, and community engagement.
For more information about the Kentucky Watercolor Society, visit www.kentuckywatercolorsociety.com or find them on Facebook.
For more information about the Artists' Attic, please visit us at https://theartistsattic.org/ .

In celebration of International Women's Month, the artists in this group show are all Fayette County Public Schools students who identify as female and are of international origin.

Through a variety of 2D and 3D media, each surprising piece provides a unique glimpse into these young women’s complex and deeply-felt lives.

Lexington's Mill & Max Gallery is located at the corner of Mill & Maxwell Streets inside the Shambhala Meditation Center. We have FREE PARKING and are only a 2-block walk to the heart of downtown and many other galleries.

If you can't attend during our regular open hours on Sat & Sun 12-3pm through ​March 29, you can request an appointment at MillAndMaxGallery@gmail.com.

Image Credit:
"bon appétit"
Katherine Zhang
Grade:12, Paul Laurence Dunbar HS
Oil on canvas

March 20-22 / 27-29 / April 3-5, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

The renowned comic actor and author of Picasso at the Lapine Agile provides a wild satire adapted from the classic German play about Louise and Theo Markes, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise's bloomers fall down in public. Though she pulls them up quickly, he thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Louise's momentary display does not result in the feared scandal but it does attract two infatuated men, each of whom wants to rent the spare room in the Markes' home. Oblivious of their amorous objectives, Theo splits the room between them, happy to collect rent from both the foppish poet and the whiny hypochondriac.

If you want to make your Saturday night spectacular, then join the Imperial Court of Kentucky for our annual Inner Diva pageant at The Bar Complex on Saturday 4 April at 8:30 pm. This pageant is for all the ladies out there that have always wanted to be a true DIVA!

If you are interested in competing in the pageant, please contact either Kasi Nova or Marilyn Monáe Cox for information.

Net proceeds to benefit the charities of the Imperial Court of Kentucky.

March 20-22 / 27-29 / April 3-5, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

The renowned comic actor and author of Picasso at the Lapine Agile provides a wild satire adapted from the classic German play about Louise and Theo Markes, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise's bloomers fall down in public. Though she pulls them up quickly, he thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Louise's momentary display does not result in the feared scandal but it does attract two infatuated men, each of whom wants to rent the spare room in the Markes' home. Oblivious of their amorous objectives, Theo splits the room between them, happy to collect rent from both the foppish poet and the whiny hypochondriac.

Join us for a full week of free hands-on creativity, high-energy games, music, and STEAM discovery. Drop in for an hour or stay all day—there’s always something happening around every corner of the park. Each day features a different theme with exciting activities for all ages.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy our book cart, lawn games, water play, adventure playground, and food and drink specials at The Boxcar Café.

Join us for a full week of free hands-on creativity, high-energy games, music, and STEAM discovery. Drop in for an hour or stay all day—there’s always something happening around every corner of the park. Each day features a different theme with exciting activities for all ages.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy our book cart, lawn games, water play, adventure playground, and food and drink specials at The Boxcar Café.

Join us every other month for Book Bingo, where you can walk away a winner with prizes from both International Book Project and Wise Bird Cider. Book sales will begin at 6 PM, and bingo will kick off at 7 PM with rounds for both grown-ups and kids! (Kids' sheets are free, adult sheets are pay-what-you-can). You could walk away with some great reads, gift cards, or swag from your favorite cidery--not sure if bingo is your game? You can support just by grabbing your fave cider anytime between 6-9 PM! We'll be giving back 10% of our cider sales to support IBP, so they can continue the good work they do for our community and beyond. Or you can shop IBP's pop-up book store and enjoy a quiet evening on the patio with your newest read! There are so many ways to be a part of this evening...and so many chances to have FUN!

Support: Tropos

Join us for a full week of free hands-on creativity, high-energy games, music, and STEAM discovery. Drop in for an hour or stay all day—there’s always something happening around every corner of the park. Each day features a different theme with exciting activities for all ages.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy our book cart, lawn games, water play, adventure playground, and food and drink specials at The Boxcar Café.

Join us for a full week of free hands-on creativity, high-energy games, music, and STEAM discovery. Drop in for an hour or stay all day—there’s always something happening around every corner of the park. Each day features a different theme with exciting activities for all ages.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy our book cart, lawn games, water play, adventure playground, and food and drink specials at The Boxcar Café.

Join us for a full week of free hands-on creativity, high-energy games, music, and STEAM discovery. Drop in for an hour or stay all day—there’s always something happening around every corner of the park. Each day features a different theme with exciting activities for all ages.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy our book cart, lawn games, water play, adventure playground, and food and drink specials at The Boxcar Café.

AquaVenture 2026
The Artists’ Attic presents AquaVenture 2026, a juried regional exhibition of watercolor and water-based media, in partnership with the Kentucky Watercolor Society. The exhibition will be on view March 2–May 8, 2026 at The Artists’ Attic, 401 W. Main St., 4th Floor, Lexington, KY 40508.
An awards reception will be held Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00–5:00 pm. The public is also invited to view the exhibition during Gallery Hop on Friday, March 20 from 4:00–8:00 pm.
AquaVenture showcases contemporary and traditional approaches to watercolor and water media, featuring work by artists from Kentucky and surrounding states, including mixed media and experimental techniques.
The exhibition is open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 pm or by appointment.
The Kentucky Watercolor Society, founded in 1977, is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting watercolor artists through exhibitions, education, and community engagement.
For more information about the Kentucky Watercolor Society, visit www.kentuckywatercolorsociety.com or find them on Facebook.
For more information about the Artists' Attic, please visit us at https://theartistsattic.org/ .

March 20-22 / 27-29 / April 3-5, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

The renowned comic actor and author of Picasso at the Lapine Agile provides a wild satire adapted from the classic German play about Louise and Theo Markes, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise's bloomers fall down in public. Though she pulls them up quickly, he thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Louise's momentary display does not result in the feared scandal but it does attract two infatuated men, each of whom wants to rent the spare room in the Markes' home. Oblivious of their amorous objectives, Theo splits the room between them, happy to collect rent from both the foppish poet and the whiny hypochondriac.

The American Rodeo East Regional at Alltech Arena will feature eight rodeo disciplines with up to 125 top athletes -including world renowned pros, everyday cowboys/cowgirls and even local competitors putting it all on the line in hopes of earning a spot at The American Rodeo Championship Weekend where they could win a life-changing $2 million bonus! Each season 27 winning athletes leave the Regionals with $10,000 each before they get to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas for The American Rodeo Championship Weekend.

Stop by International Book Project to take advantage of our new once-monthly weekend hours! Browse hundreds of gently used books at unbeatable prices. All of our books are $5 or less and every purchase directly supports our mission to promote literacy worldwide.

Buy a book. Change a life.

Calling all cat lovers!🐈

Halfway Home Rescue will be at International Book Project on Saturday, April 11 from 10am-2pm with adoptable cats! Stop by to play with some sweet kitties and learn a little bit about adopting from Halfway Home - and maybe just leave with your new best friend!

You'll also be able to browse the shelves of our bookstore - it's Second Saturday, after all, and as always we'll be selling all of our books for $5 or less!
Just want to relax for a while? You're more than welcome to hang out, play with the cats, and read wherever you're comfortable in our space. We're just happy to have you!

AquaVenture 2026
The Artists’ Attic presents AquaVenture 2026, a juried regional exhibition of watercolor and water-based media, in partnership with the Kentucky Watercolor Society. The exhibition will be on view March 2–May 8, 2026 at The Artists’ Attic, 401 W. Main St., 4th Floor, Lexington, KY 40508.
An awards reception will be held Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00–5:00 pm. The public is also invited to view the exhibition during Gallery Hop on Friday, March 20 from 4:00–8:00 pm.
AquaVenture showcases contemporary and traditional approaches to watercolor and water media, featuring work by artists from Kentucky and surrounding states, including mixed media and experimental techniques.
The exhibition is open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 pm or by appointment.
The Kentucky Watercolor Society, founded in 1977, is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting watercolor artists through exhibitions, education, and community engagement.
For more information about the Kentucky Watercolor Society, visit www.kentuckywatercolorsociety.com or find them on Facebook.
For more information about the Artists' Attic, please visit us at https://theartistsattic.org/ .

The American Rodeo East Regional at Alltech Arena will feature eight rodeo disciplines with up to 125 top athletes -including world renowned pros, everyday cowboys/cowgirls and even local competitors putting it all on the line in hopes of earning a spot at The American Rodeo Championship Weekend where they could win a life-changing $2 million bonus! Each season 27 winning athletes leave the Regionals with $10,000 each before they get to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas for The American Rodeo Championship Weekend.

March 20-22 / 27-29 / April 3-5, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm

The renowned comic actor and author of Picasso at the Lapine Agile provides a wild satire adapted from the classic German play about Louise and Theo Markes, a couple whose conservative existence is shattered when Louise's bloomers fall down in public. Though she pulls them up quickly, he thinks the incident will cost him his job as a government clerk. Louise's momentary display does not result in the feared scandal but it does attract two infatuated men, each of whom wants to rent the spare room in the Markes' home. Oblivious of their amorous objectives, Theo splits the room between them, happy to collect rent from both the foppish poet and the whiny hypochondriac.

Join us at Wisebird Cider Co on April 14th from 6-7:30pm for a special edition of our Kentucky Great Writers series celebrating the upcoming Books In Progress conference with featured reader Willie Edward Taylor Carver, Jr

https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/5608/

Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning
251 W Second St Lexington 40507
859-254-4175
info@carnegiecenterlex.org