Community Calendar

Eat, drink, and party with us at one of Lexington’s most exciting events!

Tacos N’ Tequila brings together some of the city’s favorite restaurants, bars, and beverage partners for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, and community fun—all in support of environmental education and sustainability programs across Central Kentucky.

Sample creative taco creations and signature tequila-inspired drinks as local vendors put their unique spin on this iconic pairing. Challenge your friends to fair games, enjoy music from a live DJ, and soak up the festive atmosphere while connecting with fellow foodies and tequila lovers.

Every ticket purchased helps fuel our mission to inspire, equip, and empower our community to create cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable spaces for generations to come.

Join us in person at the Farish Theater OR join us virtually from your home! The Kentucky Conservation Committee is excited to host our 10th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, presented by Silicon Ranch. Be part of the nation's largest environmental film festival, featuring family-friendly films on topics from snow sports to data centers to bears in hot tubs! PLEASE NOTE: TICKETS MUST BE ORDERED ONLINE IN ADVANCE. Ticket link and more info about the night's films are available at kyconservation.org/wildscenic2026
Films include
- "Hyperscaled," about one Alabama community's fight against a proposed massive data center.
- "One Inch from Flying," following a young climber who rigs and walks highlines in Washington State's stunning North Cascades;
- "Silding," about a female athlete's journey across the Swiss Alps
- "Bears in Hot Tubs," exploring the human-wildlife interface in L.A.
- and more!
These engaging films transport audiences to the farthest reaches of the globe. Enjoy fabulous film making, gorgeous cinematography, and wonderful storytelling during an evening that offers films about nature, hiking, kayaking, cycling, wildlife and environmental justice.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Silicon Ranch, Republic Bank, Wild Birds Unlimited Lexington, Solar Energy Solutions, Explore Kentucky Initiative, Oakford Multimedia, and Michler's Florist, Greenhouse & Garden Design.
Join us on Friday, August 28, at the Farish Theater in the Central Library in Lexington for an evening of adventure and inspiration OR virtual at home. The evening will include door prizes and auction!

King Solomon No. 8 Masonic Lodge will host a community fundraiser at the Leestown Road Kroger location in Lexington, Kentucky on Thursday, September 12 and Friday, September 13, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Proceeds will support the lodge’s youth program, Knights of Pythagoras (KOP).
KOP’s primary goal is to help keep young boys off the streets by providing more than just slogans about motivation. The program works to deliver critical hard and soft skills young men need to succeed—skills designed to develop character, discipline, and prepare them for leadership at the highest levels of society.
Community members are invited to stop by during the event to learn more about KOP and contribute to the program’s continued efforts.
Event Details
• Organization: King Solomon No. 8 Masonic Lodge
• Youth Program: Knights of Pythagoras (KOP)
• Fundraiser Location: Leestown Road Kroger (Lexington, KY)
• Dates/Times: September 12–13, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Donation Information
Donations will be accepted in person as:
• Cash
• Cash App: $KingSolomonLodgeNo8
When donating through Cash App, contributors should specify: “KOP.” 100% of donations marked for KOP will go toward the Knights of Pythagoras program.

King Solomon No. 8 Masonic Lodge will host a community fundraiser at the Leestown Road Kroger location in Lexington, Kentucky on Thursday, September 12 and Friday, September 13, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Proceeds will support the lodge’s youth program, Knights of Pythagoras (KOP).
KOP’s primary goal is to help keep young boys off the streets by providing more than just slogans about motivation. The program works to deliver critical hard and soft skills young men need to succeed—skills designed to develop character, discipline, and prepare them for leadership at the highest levels of society.
Community members are invited to stop by during the event to learn more about KOP and contribute to the program’s continued efforts.
Event Details
• Organization: King Solomon No. 8 Masonic Lodge
• Youth Program: Knights of Pythagoras (KOP)
• Fundraiser Location: Leestown Road Kroger (Lexington, KY)
• Dates/Times: September 12–13, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Donation Information
Donations will be accepted in person as:
• Cash
• Cash App: $KingSolomonLodgeNo8
When donating through Cash App, contributors should specify: “KOP.” 100% of donations marked for KOP will go toward the Knights of Pythagoras program.