Community Calendar

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!

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!

An Evening With Claudia Love Mair

Join us on Monday, September 21st, from 6-7 pm, for the launch of our own Claudia Love Mair’s book, Mourning Pages: a Soulful Guide to Writing Through Grief. Written after the death of her son, Mourning Pages is a compassionate guide to using expressive writing to process grief. The book will be available for purchase and Claudia Love will be signing copies immediately after the reading.

Sept 21, 6-7 PM

https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/an-evening-with-claudia-love-mair/

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

Join us at Wise Bird Cider for a fun evening of drinks, bingo, and, of course, books!

From 6-9pm, 10% of all cider and cocktail sales will be donated to International Book Project. IBP will also be hosting a pop-up book fair (everything $6 or less!) and BINGO! Every round has prizes - and bring the whole family! There will be two special bingo rounds for kids only.

Got your bingo buddy yet? Get ready to grab your cider, shake up your dauber, and get your pay-what-you-will bingo sheets: It's almost Book Bingo time!

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!

Burn The Mic Poetry Open Mic featuring Mya Sophia

Join us for the September installment of our Burn The Mic poetry open mic series with featured poet Mya Sophia

Hosted by Claudia Love Mair

6 PM signups
6:30-7:30 Open Mic

Wednesday September 23

https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/burn-the-mic-september/

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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!

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.

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!

Bring a blanket, picnic basket and your friends and join us outdoors Under The Harvest Moon for an evening of live music and extraordinary dance performances from many exquisite regional Bellydance companies, Shuling Fister Studios, March Madness Marching Band, Haiti Creafo Dance Company, SuperKate , Rakadu Dance Theatre, Anaya Belly Dance, Troupe Dagaz and the amazing Mardi Love!

Make plans to join us on Southland Drive in Lexington, KY for a day of Fun for the whole family: Food - Entertainment - Local Vendors - Kids Activities
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Noon - 8 p.m.
Entertainment curated by Tahlsound Music Festival featuring The Magpies - The Off Daze - Moose Loon - Waffle Therrod - Mystic Squid - Lexington Bounce House - Jessie Laine Powell ft Brandon Scott Coleman - Casa de la Cultura de Ky - Pete Wallace's Melodic Handpan & Beats
Plus over 100 vendors!
Food & Bev Applications are full
Craft Vendor curated by Local LEX Market (Craft applications are still open)

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!

Meet author Linda Hager Pack and illustrator Pat Banks, the creative team behind beloved Appalachian classics including A Is for Appalachia, Appalachian Toys and Games, and their newest book - Appalachian Plants. Join them for a special presentation and book signing celebrating the stories, traditions, and beauty of Appalachia. *This is a free event with books available for purchase. *

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!

Scott Whiddon / LP release party
Oct 2, The Green Lantern
8pm
$10
21+
With Movie Jail
A pleasant time is guaranteed for all.

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.

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!

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

Fall vibes in the Highlands! Join us Oct 9-10 at Douglass Loop for live music, local eats, art vendors & family fun.

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.

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.

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!

https://lexingtonteaandbrie.com/lexington-downtown-lexington-lexington-tea-and-brie-events

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lexingtonteaandbrie@gmail.com
(859)-303-4337

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

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.