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.

Join us at Woodford Theatre for our first production of our 2026-2027 Season of Radical Joy, FOOTLOOSE! The Musical!
SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 4, 2026

Footloose will run three weekends.
September 18th-20th, 25th-27th, and October 2nd-4th.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.

Rated PG13.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

WE HOPE YOU'LL CUT FOOTLOOSE WITH US THIS 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.

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.

Yoga in the Barn
Every Other Saturday, May 30-October 3, 9-10am EST
May 30, June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 5, September 19, and October 3

Suggested donation $10/class | Please register

Josephine Sculpture Park is partnering with The Ashventure to host a bi-weekly, all-levels yoga class in the event barn! Ashtin will guide you through a lovely all-levels class with views of blooming meadows, sculptures and woodlands from the comfort of the shaded, solid floor of the event barn. Please bring a yoga mat or towel (the floor is concrete) and water. All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Join us at Woodford Theatre for our first production of our 2026-2027 Season of Radical Joy, FOOTLOOSE! The Musical!
SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 4, 2026

Footloose will run three weekends.
September 18th-20th, 25th-27th, and October 2nd-4th.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.

Rated PG13.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

WE HOPE YOU'LL CUT FOOTLOOSE WITH US THIS 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.

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 at Woodford Theatre for our first production of our 2026-2027 Season of Radical Joy, FOOTLOOSE! The Musical!
SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 4, 2026

Footloose will run three weekends.
September 18th-20th, 25th-27th, and October 2nd-4th.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.

Rated PG13.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

WE HOPE YOU'LL CUT FOOTLOOSE WITH US THIS 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.

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

https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/kentucky-great-writers-special-edition/

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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.

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.

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.

Join us at Woodford Theatre for our first production of our 2026-2027 Season of Radical Joy, FOOTLOOSE! The Musical!
SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 4, 2026

Footloose will run three weekends.
September 18th-20th, 25th-27th, and October 2nd-4th.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.

Rated PG13.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

WE HOPE YOU'LL CUT FOOTLOOSE WITH US THIS 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.

Yoga in the Barn
Every Other Saturday, May 30-October 3, 9-10am EST
May 30, June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 5, September 19, and October 3

Suggested donation $10/class | Please register

Josephine Sculpture Park is partnering with The Ashventure to host a bi-weekly, all-levels yoga class in the event barn! Ashtin will guide you through a lovely all-levels class with views of blooming meadows, sculptures and woodlands from the comfort of the shaded, solid floor of the event barn. Please bring a yoga mat or towel (the floor is concrete) and water. All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

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

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.