Community Calendar

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

The Gaines Center Presents Arrival
with a Welcome by Author Ted Chiang
and an Introduction by UK Linguists Brenna Byrd and Andrew Byrd

Linguistics professor Louise Banks leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down in 12 locations around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against time to find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Hoping to unravel the mystery, she takes a chance that could threaten her life and quite possibly all mankind.

The Gaines Center for the Humanities presents this special screening of Arrival, the award-winning film inspired by Ted Chiang’s novella, Story of Your Life.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

The October 2026 special edition of the Kentucky Great Writers Series will feature B. Elizabeth Beck (Swan Songs), Carrie Green (Studies of Familar Birds), Claudia Love Mair (Mourning Pages), Jay McCoy (The Occupation), & Eric Scott Sutherland (Awkward Scrapes)

Tuesday, October 6, 6:30 PM

The Kentucky Great Writers Series features writers with a Kentucky connection who have one or more works of high literary quality.

For more information about the Kentucky Great Writers Series, please visit: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/events/kentucky-great-writers-series/

Made possible by Reitzel Cook Foundation, WUKY 91.3 FM, Eastern Standard on 88.9 WEKU, LexArts and the Kentucky Arts Council

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

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Sculpture Trail Club with WalkBike Frankfort
Every 1st Wednesday April-October, 6-7pm EST
May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7

FREE | Donations welcome | Please register

Josephine Sculpture Park is partnering with WalkBike Frankfort to host a monthly, social all-paces (run, walk, jog) club! Explore the park’s 2 miles of trails at your own pace with new and familiar friends.

This series is part of Josephine Sculpture Park's Wellness in the Wild program, strengthening community health through outdoor movement, the arts, and connection.

“…there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of anything than of a book!” – Jane Austen

Join us for a free, casual guided discussion of this year’s Carnegie Classics book, Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice.

Open to Austen fanatics and newbies alike, we’ll discuss the book’s themes, early feminism in literature, Regency-era social norms, and more, all in a fun tea party atmosphere. Bring your own snacks and drinks to join us in Gratz Park (weather permitting) or the Arnow Reading Room.

Wednesday, October 7, 6:00–7:30 PM • no registration required

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Join us for a Halloween Bash from 5-9 PM at Greyline Station.

5 PM - 9 PM: Live music from Dead Air Dennis & The Bryan Himes Experience

6 PM - 8 PM: Pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, tarot reading, mentalist, and more

Fun for folks of all ages; we hope you’ll join us!

Join us for a bewitchingly delightful evening of magic, mystery, and spirits at Witches Night Out – a cocktail stroll through the heart of Downtown Frankfort. Embrace the enchantment on the spookiest night of the year, Friday, October 9, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 10PM. Powered by Community Trust Bank.
This is the ultimate "ladies night out" experience, perfect for those who seek a dash of spooky fun and friendship.
Event Details
📅 Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 10 PM
📍 Starting Point: Capital City Museum (325 Ann St, Frankfort, KY 40601) Event is throughout downtown with music on St. Clair Street until 10PM
*Dressing in costume is encouraged
What to Expect
🔮 This is your chance to unleash your inner witch and celebrate the season with fellow Halloween enthusiasts.
🍹 Halloween Themed Cocktails: Participating bars and restaurants will serve up an array of cocktails specially crafted for the occasion. Sip on concoctions like "Witch's Brew," "Elixir of Enchantment," and "Midnight Spell".
🛍️ Spooky Shopping: Explore our charming downtown shops, each offering bewitching Halloween-themed items and unique finds. Whether you're hunting for the perfect costume accessory, décor for your haunted home, or a magical gift, our local boutiques have everything you need to make this Halloween unforgettable.
🎶 Live Music: Enjoy enchanting tunes by Twist of Fate, setting the perfect spooky vibe on St. Clair Street.
🃏 Intuitive Card/Psychic Readings: Peer into the future and uncover secrets as skilled intuitive readers offer throughout the evening on St. Clair Street.
📍Make a stop in a few or all of the participating locations. Feel free to make a stop with the group, or break off into your own.
​This event is FREE to participate. All purchases will be made at participating venues.
How to Join
Gather Your Coven: Invite your friends, sisters, and fellow witches to join you on this magical cocktail stroll.
Dress to Impress: While dressing in costume is encouraged, feel free to come as you are and soak in the enchantment.
Explore and Enjoy: Join us at the event starting point at Capital City Museum to take photos. Then, embark on a whimsical journey through the participating bars, restaurants and shops. Feel free to walk around with the group or break off into your own.
Thanks again to Presenting: Sponsor Community Trust Bank
Celebrate Together: Raise your glasses, share laughter, and make memories as you experience the charm of Downtown Frankfort under the spell of Witches Night Out.

When a kitchen mishap leaves the convent in a financial bind, the surviving Little Sisters of Hoboken do the only sensible thing: throw a variety show. What follows is an evening of show-stopping numbers, tap-dancing nuns, comic confessions, and irrepressible charm. A long-running favorite that has delighted audiences for decades, Nunsense is bright, big-hearted, and packed with laughs. This student led, beloved musical comedy is a perfect way for Asbury Theatre to open its Fall season.

When a kitchen mishap leaves the convent in a financial bind, the surviving Little Sisters of Hoboken do the only sensible thing: throw a variety show. What follows is an evening of show-stopping numbers, tap-dancing nuns, comic confessions, and irrepressible charm. A long-running favorite that has delighted audiences for decades, Nunsense is bright, big-hearted, and packed with laughs. This student led, beloved musical comedy is a perfect way for Asbury Theatre to open its Fall season.

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.

Red Oaks Forest School Art Club
Every 2nd Saturday, 10 am-Noon
May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14, & December 12
FREE | Please register

Josephine Sculpture Park partners up with Red Oaks Forest School to host a free, all-ages Art Club the second Saturday of each month! Art and nature are perfect partners. Creating art helps us explore our feelings and deepen observations of the world around us. Nature is constantly inspiring so many feelings, wonders, thoughts, questions, and more. Spending time in nature and making art, both help to reduce stress and explore feelings, which can be so important for kids, especially in underserved communities.

This series is part of Josephine Sculpture Park's Wellness in the Wild program, strengthening community health through outdoor movement, the arts, and connection.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

When a kitchen mishap leaves the convent in a financial bind, the surviving Little Sisters of Hoboken do the only sensible thing: throw a variety show. What follows is an evening of show-stopping numbers, tap-dancing nuns, comic confessions, and irrepressible charm. A long-running favorite that has delighted audiences for decades, Nunsense is bright, big-hearted, and packed with laughs. This student led, beloved musical comedy is a perfect way for Asbury Theatre to open its Fall season.

Pride & Prejudice Afternoon Tea at Lexington Tea & Brie

Saturday & Sunday, October 10
3:30-5:30 PM

Join Us for a Pride & Prejudice Afternoon Tea!

Step into the world of Jane Austen for an afternoon at Lexington Tea & Brie!

Sip on Pemberley's Breakfast Brew, nibble on Mrs. Bennet's Benedictine and Lydia's Lemon Bar, and enjoy a full afternoon tea inspired by Longbourn, Netherfield, and Pemberley.

And for those who'd like to raise a glass to Mr. Darcy, specialty Pride & Prejudice themed cocktails and mocktails will be available for purchase, including favorites like Collins' Cosmopolitan and Pemberley's Prosecco.

Price: $50 per person

Location: 219 N Limestone, Lexington, KY 40507

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today!

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(859)-303-4337

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

When a kitchen mishap leaves the convent in a financial bind, the surviving Little Sisters of Hoboken do the only sensible thing: throw a variety show. What follows is an evening of show-stopping numbers, tap-dancing nuns, comic confessions, and irrepressible charm. A long-running favorite that has delighted audiences for decades, Nunsense is bright, big-hearted, and packed with laughs. This student led, beloved musical comedy is a perfect way for Asbury Theatre to open its Fall season.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Experience racing in the Horse Capital of the World. G&G and VisitLEX celebrate the fifteenth year of the signature Southern brunch during Keeneland’s Fall Meet. This year’s gathering moves to the intimate Ivy Room in Keeneland’s brand new paddock building, allowing guests to overlook the Thoroughbreds with bourbon cocktails, Kentucky dishes, and good company. Tickets include access to a trackside viewing platform next to the Winner’s Circle.

11:00AM – 1:00PM: Brunch in the Ivy Room

1:00PM – End of Races: Trackside viewing + continued Ivy Room access

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.

Beginner square dance lessons...Tuesday nights 7-9 and Saturday mornings 10-noon. First 2 lessons are FREE to "try it out". NO partner or prior experience needed, just the desire to have fun. Offers light physical exercise and mental stimulation while meeting new people and making lifelong friends.

Blurb: "Looking for your next great read? The Book Cellar is hosting a massive used book sale October 2 - October 17, 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday! Stop by for incredible deals on thousands of gently used books. Find details and store hours online at https://www.lexpublib.org/friends."

Background: The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that runs the Book Cellar in the lower level (basement) of the main Lexington Public Library (Central Library) in downtown Lexington. Every October we hold a sale to raise funds for the public library to support a variety of community programs. We will have over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for sale.