Community Calendar

Join the Mary Todd Lincoln House for a day-long event celebrating photography! Learn how tintypes are made with demonstrations by vintage photography specialist Mark Cornelison, check out rarely displayed antique portraits from the museum’s collection, and enjoy hands-on activities for children and the young-at-heart. Take your portrait for free at a selfie station or have your tintype made for an additional fee. And, of course, photography is permitted!

Activities are included with regular museum ticket ($15 adults; $6 youth ages 6-17; free under 5). Tintype portraits are $75. Free parking. Purchase tickets at www.mtlhouse.org or at the door. No reservations required.

Get ready to unleash your inner warrior! Join us every first Saturday of the month at noon for a free, introductory sword-fighting class where we'll go over the basics of HEMA. HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) is the study and practice of martial arts from the late middle ages to the early modern era. Our classes specialize in German longsword, along with a sampling of other sources. Meet us at noon at 172 Southgate Drive, Georgetown, KY 40324. Enter through the back door by the loading docks, where your epic training session begins.

This event is open to all adults aged 18 and older, so grab your friends and come prepared for some fun. Don’t forget to bring water to stay refreshed and be ready to break a sweat as you dive into the thrilling world of HEMA! To make things smoother, visit our website and sign the waiver in advance: https://hemalex.weebly.com/waiver.html. We'll see you on the battlefield! ⚔️🎉

The Carbajal family invites you to join us in celebrating Día de los Muertos — a day to honor and remember those who live on in our hearts. Come share food and drink, enjoy traditional Mexican dances, music, face painting, and activities for kids. You’ll also find beautiful community ofrendas, where you’re welcome to bring photos or memories of your loved ones — even your pets.
Come as you are, or dress in your favorite calavera style. Let’s celebrate life, memory, and the love that connects us all.

La familia Carbajal les invita a celebrar con nosotros el Día de los Muertos — un día para honrar y recordar a quienes viven en nuestro corazón. Habrá comida y bebidas, bailes tradicionales, música, pintura de caras y actividades para niños. También tendremos hermosas ofrendas comunitarias, donde pueden traer fotos o recuerdos de sus seres queridos — incluso de sus mascotas.
Vengan como son, o con su mejor estilo de calavera. Celebremos juntos la vida, la memoria y el amor que nos une.

Tahlsound has been handed the reins to Lexington’s favorite fundraising music tribute concert !

This year we pay tribute to the red headed stranger aka, Willie Nelson in an effort to raise money for Rite Care of Kentucky, who's mission is to provide help for children with language and speech disorders. (https://ritecareofkentucky.org/)
Willie Hugh Nelson is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor, and activist who has been a central figure to American music since the 1950s. A pioneer of the outlaw country movement, Nelson's music is known for its jazz-influenced phrasing, inventive guitar playing, wide-ranging collaborations, and diverse style. He’s contributed to over 100 studio albums and written or co-written over 300 songs.

For the past 9 years, this event was hosted by Music for Mission at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Lexington. This year, the concerts (x2) will take place Saturday evening, November 7 and Sunday afternoon, November 8 at the Scottish Rites Concert Hall in Lexington, KY (intersection of Rosemont Garden and Clays Mill)
The venue offers excellent acoustics, as well as ample parking and comfortable padded seats.

Beverages from Cannabuzz will be available for purchase

Special thanks to the Josephine Artery Foundation for their support of this event

Happens on the following Dates:
Nov 7, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Nov 8, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Trims and Whims is an annual Holiday Craft Show held on the first weekend of November. Trims and Whims features 100+ booths, local authors, a kids make & take art room, and a tea room. The craft show is sponsored by the Kentucky Alpha Iota chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, an international nonprofit organization of women educators. Proceeds from this event go to charity, including scholarships for students pursuing a degree in education.

Tahlsound has been handed the reins to Lexington’s favorite fundraising music tribute concert !

This year we pay tribute to the red headed stranger aka, Willie Nelson in an effort to raise money for Rite Care of Kentucky, who's mission is to provide help for children with language and speech disorders. (https://ritecareofkentucky.org/)
Willie Hugh Nelson is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor, and activist who has been a central figure to American music since the 1950s. A pioneer of the outlaw country movement, Nelson's music is known for its jazz-influenced phrasing, inventive guitar playing, wide-ranging collaborations, and diverse style. He’s contributed to over 100 studio albums and written or co-written over 300 songs.

For the past 9 years, this event was hosted by Music for Mission at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Lexington. This year, the concerts (x2) will take place Saturday evening, November 7 and Sunday afternoon, November 8 at the Scottish Rites Concert Hall in Lexington, KY (intersection of Rosemont Garden and Clays Mill)
The venue offers excellent acoustics, as well as ample parking and comfortable padded seats.

Beverages from Cannabuzz will be available for purchase

Special thanks to the Josephine Artery Foundation for their support of this event

Happens on the following Dates:
Nov 7, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Nov 8, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Join us for an evening of live jazz featuring the Marlin McKay Quintet, with special guest pianist Michael Kubicki
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-jazz-music-performance-tickets-2001096462387?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Bell Court Neighborhood Association is pleased to announce the publication of a new book, Bell Court: Historic Lexington's Timeless Jewel. The book will be unveiled at the Bell House on November 9th at 7 pm. A short talk and discussion will be followed with refreshments and the opportunity to purchase a book. For additional information, please contact michaelgriffin303@gmail.com.

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.

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

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.

Join us for Starting Gate Storytime at Keeneland Library, where the horse is front and center in live readings of select children’s stories. Each book is paired with a literacy, art, history, industry awareness, or STEM activity, and Keeneland Kids Club’s favorite mascot Buckles will be on hand to brush up on his reading and spend time with young racing fans and horse lovers.

This series is ideal for learners ages 3 through 7. Starting Gate Storytime programs are free but book your spot soon, because these tickets are sure to move fast out of the starting gate!

Join us for an afternoon of live local music and fellowship for a good cause. Musical acts include Mule Haggard, John Lackey, He's Dead Jim, and Homegrown Head. Food donations and/or monetary donations to God's Pantry Food Bank will be accepted for admission. This is an all ages event.

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

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.

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

📣FREE BOOKS!📚
Did we get your attention? Free Book Friday is BACK at International Book Project on November 20th.
🛍️You may select up to one bag full of books per shopper. Please bring your own bag, and we request that it be standard-sized (approximately 18x20 inches). If your toddler can fit in the bag, it's too big! We want to make sure that everyone has a fair chance to get books.
⏱️Free Book Friday will take place from 10am-6pm, and there will be no limit on the number of books you can take after 5pm!
📚We have a wide variety of children's books and classroom sets of books that will be available at this event. Let your teacher friends know this is a great time to stock their classroom libraries!
❓Why are we giving these books away, anyway? We've gotten this question a lot and wanted to clear things up! We are a nonprofit focused on promoting literacy worldwide by providing donations of books to organizations around the globe. However, our warehouse is small, and the types of books our partners need are always fluctuating. Sometimes we need lots of kids' books, sometimes we need more medical textbooks, and so on! Since we don't always have room to store every book we may possibly need, we use Free Book Friday to give back to our community while also rotating the stock in our warehouse! This allows us to be as responsive as possible to our partners' donation requests, and also lets us thank our incredibly generous community for their ongoing support of our mission.
No purchase is necessary, but monetary donations are greatly appreciated. Only the books on the tables and blue carts marked "FREE" will be part of the giveaway. The books on the shelves will be for sale and all proceeds directly support IBP's operations.
We hope to see you soon!

Woodford County Festival Of Trees is celebrating our 9th season. Decorated trees, a live tree, tree alternatives and holiday themed items will be located at businesses and civic locations throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to take your friends and family out to beautiful Woodford County, Downtown Midway and Versailles to see the trees visit local businesses and get in the holiday spirit. There is no cost to view the trees. However, if you find one you like, you can purchase raffle tickets on our website to try and win. All proceeds support youth in Woodford County. We hope to see you on the Trail of Trees & More.
wcfestivaloftrees.org

Josephine’s Winter Market brings together artisans offering handmade work just in time for the holiday season. Shop for gifts that celebrate creativity and craftsmanship while supporting local and regional artists — all thanks to Expree Credit Union.

Enjoy live music from Keltricity and more, roast marshmallows for s’mores, and make something of your own. Watch a live demonstration of woodworker, Rob Peterson, carve a sculpture out of wood. Then sip hot chocolate and stroll our sculpture trails as the Josephine Sculpture Park settles into winter.

Golf cart rentals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the event for those who would like to explore the park on wheels. If you plan to stay awhile, bring a blanket and a chair, bundle up, and enjoy the afternoon.