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Exhibits 

  • Address & Redress: A Group Exhibition of Kentucky Women Artists - Living Arts & Science Center, Gloria Singletary Gallery, Free. Feb 25 thru April 5.  An exhibition in honor of National Women's History Month celebrating the 2008 theme of visionary female artists while recognizing women artists working in Kentucky. Address and Redress runs the gamut of media from 2-D works to large-scale, 3-D and kinetic pieces and revolves around representing Kentucky women, women’s roles, and their place and work that more specifically examines the relationship between gender identity, clothing, and the body.  They define the world and the self, questioning traditional notions of identity and giving voice to those who are otherwise not heard, via artistically innovative and socially relevant work as they “address and redress” the issues.  859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • Antique Typewriters - The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse, Dec 2007 thru End Date TBD, Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free.  This exhibit spans from the invention of the Sholes & Glidden typewriter in 1872 to the assembly of the last IBM typewriter built in America in 2002.  859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • Athens of the West - The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse, A Permanent Exhibit.  Open Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free.  The Museum's signature exhibit, is continuously building the history of Lexington and the Bluegrass Region.   Artifacts range from the 1700s to recent history and attract both school age youngsters and long-time fans of the rich history of the area.  859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • Bluegrass Victorian - Central Public Library Gallery, April 12, thru May 18, Mon - Thur 9am to 9pm, Fri - Sat 9am to 5pm, Sun 1pm - 5pm. Free Admission.  Presented by the Warwick Foundation.  For Preservation Month 2008:  an exhibition of photographs featuring Central Kentucky architecture from the Civil War to the turn of the 20th century. Based in part on Lancaster’s Vestiges of the Venerable City (1978), the exhibition will highlight structures in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, the Queen Anne style, the Italianate style, the Shingle style, the Eastlake style, the Second Empire style, as well as eclectic and vernacular buildings of the period. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

  • Cast Offs! - Living Arts & Science Center, Gloria Singletary Gallery, Free. Apr 14 thru May 23. From iPods to childrens’ toys to space shuttles and the family car, 90 percent of all manufactured goods contain one or more cast metal components. Though 20th century foundries have by now nearly perfected the process, the art of pouring metal and the science of metallurgy have been around long before the Declaration of Independence. Cast-Offs! features the works of local metal sculptors who employ the casting process in their work, including Gerard Masse and Michael Maxson.  Gallery Hop Reception: Friday, April 18, 5pm - 8pm.  859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • Donna Talerica - Artist's Attic in Victorian Square, Apr 1 thru May 30, Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm.  From Cincinnati, OH, Donna's work is Acrylic cityscapes/cafe´scenes of France. Opening reception April 18. 859-254-5501 or www.artists-attic.org

  • Draw, Build, Stamp: New work by Daniel Leys, Kendra Frorup and Jim Cogswell - Transylvania University Morlan Gallery, Feb 29 thru April 9, Open Weekdays 12pm - 5pm.  859- 233-8142 or www.transy.edu

  • Eros for Equus: The art of Erica Nordean - South Hill Gallery, April 25 thru June 30. Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm, Sat, 10am - 2pm. Original collection of equine art, including pastels, acrylic on canvas, and giclees.  253-3885 or www.southhillgallery.com.

  • I Built This City - Lexington Art League at Loudoun House, Mar 15 thru Apr 27, Free. Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri, 10am - 4pm, Sat - Sun, 1pm - 4pm. A mixed media construction by Josh Rodenberg. LAL Project Space, sponsored by Nougat. (209 Castlewood Drive).  859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • In Black & White - The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse, A Permanent Exhibit.  Open Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free.  This exhibit includes over 100 prints depicting African-American life in the Bluegrass from as early as 1860 through the 1950s.   859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • The Inner Eye:  Folk Art of India from the William and Ann Oppenhimer Collection - UK Art Museum, Feb 10 thru May 11, $8 Gen Adm, $5 Seniors, Free: UK Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni.  Works of art created by a family of contemporary folk artist, whose drawings interpret their world with clarity and artistry.  Also featured in this exhibition are colorful scrolls that recite Hindo narratives and story telling.  859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • The Keeneland Legacy - Lexington History Museum. April 17 thru TBA.  Friday thru Monday, 12p -4pm, Saturdays 10am - 4pm, free. The Keeneland Legacy explores the racecourse's inception in 1936 as the successor to the failed Kentucky Association and its rise as the world's leading finestock market and preeminent racing venue. Such storied figures as Jack Keene, Hal Price Headley, Louis Beard, Louis Haggin II, and Alma Headley Haggin are recognized for their pioneering efforts.  The exhibit features the one-hour film "The Keeneland Legacy" as well as a "please touch" play area for children. 859-321-2466 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • Lincoln and His Wife's Hometown - The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse, Feb 12, 2008 thru Feb 2010, Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free.  Features a period of 10 years during which Lincoln visited Lexington and was exposed to the “peculiar institution” of slavery - formulating his political views on the subject.  859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • Miniature Worlds: Art From India - UK Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts, Feb 10 thru May 11, Free.  Themes of love and battle, the sacred and historic, all emerge in the intricately conceived and rendered watercolors, drawings, and sculpture that span the 15th to early 20th centuries and illuminate India's rich and varied cultural traditions. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum 

  • Response to Fear - Lexington Art League at Loudoun House, Mar 15 thru Apr 27, Free.  Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri, 10am - 4pm Sat - Sun, 1pm - 4pm.  An exhibition examining the creative tactics artists use to deal with the universal notions of fear and anxiety.   859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • Susan Meislas Exhibit - UK Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts, Mar 14 - May 4, Free.  Photojournalist Susan Meiselas has never been content with the easy answer or the image that lies too close to the surface. A passion for human rights is at the center of her work—whether she is telling the story of carnival strippers, or uncovering evidence of Saddam Hussein’s brutal campaign in northern Iraq.  859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum 

  • University Open - Downtown Arts Center, April 5 thru June 7, Free. Celebrating Kentucky’s finest University art students. Presented through a partnership between LexArts and LAL. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • Valeriy & Katya Gridnev - Cross Gate Gallery, Apr 28 thru May 10. 859-233-3856 or www.crossgategallery.com

  • Visionary Spirits:  The Kentucky Folk Art Tradition - Ann Tower Gallery, Feb15 thru April 13, Free.  A display of folk art sculpture and paintings rooted in Kentucky, from carved scenes of farm life and coal mining to depicting Granddaddy Making Moonshine.  Gallery open Tue through Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun10am - 4pm.  859-425-1188 or www.anntowergallery.com

  • Visual Dialogue V - LAL @ the Government Center (5th & 12th Floor of Government Center, 200 E. Main St.), March 28 thru May 30, Free & Open to the Public. With her paintings, Morehead, KY artist Laura Eklund extends the aesthetic and conversation of abstract expressionism. Gallery Hop Reception, April 18, 5pm - 8pm. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org.

  • Woody Woodill Exhibit - Main Cross Gallery, Apr 17 thru Mid May, Free.   Woody is a local artist primarily working in kiln-fired copper. 859-258-9863

  • Youth art exhibit inspired by “Miniature World” - UK Art Museum, Mar 26 - May 9, Free.  View artwork reflecting the themes of Miniature World - love, heroes, history and portraiture.  This exhibit of works by local elementary school students will be on view in the President’s Room of the Singletary Center for the Arts.  859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

 

 

 

Classes & Workshops Running Multiple Days

 

  • Ashland New Volunteer & Docent Training - Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate, Mondays, Feb 18 thru March 31, 1:15pm - 3:30pm.  There are many volunteer opportunities at Ashland: giving tours, working in the museum store, helping with children’s activities, curatorial projects, and helping with special programs or events. Training takes place in the Keeper’s Cottage for a total of 8 weeks. Guest speakers will include a distinguished group of history professors from four of our local colleges, several Ashland volunteers/docents and several members of Ashland’s staff. Refreshments served each week. 266-8581 ext. 18 or www.henryclay.org

  • Beginning Acting Class - Actors Guild of Lexington, six weeks: Tuesday nights April 15th thru May 20th, 6pm - 8pm. Open to performers 18 years of age and older (High School students may be eligible at the discretion of the instructor).  $110 for six weeks.  New introductory acting class for first time performers and actors wishing to return to the stage. The program is geared to the students and is an excellent training experience not only for stage performance, but also for those wishing to improve public speaking skills useful in any profession. Taught by instructor Laurie Genet-Preston. 859.233.0663 ext 03 or email eseale@actorsguildoflexington.org

  • Beginning Flamenco Technique Class - Mecca Live Studio & Gallery, Thursday, April 3 thru May 1, 6pm - 7pm, $45 per session. Can’t make it to Spain this spring? Do the next best thing and take a flamenco class!!  Immerse yourself in the fire and passion of Flamenco Dance. Class is open to both men and women. Dancers should wear a solid heel shoe. 859-268-4997 or www.meccadance.com

  • Belly Dancing - Mecca: A Live Studio & Gallery.  Ongoing classes are available by multi-class pre-paid cards and on a drop-in basis.  Classes may include: Tribal Belly Dance, Flamenco Dance, Belly Dance Choreography, Flamenco Choreography, Nia Fitness, Cross Training Fitness for Dancers, and the "Wham Bam Thank Ya Mam" Workout.  859-254-9790 or www.meccadance.com

  • Drawing and Painting in the Galleries - UK Art Museum, Wednesdays, April 2, 9 and 16th, 9:30a - 12p.  Join artist and teacher Anne Bjork for a series of six art-making lessons focusing on drawing and painting a variety of subjects. Designed for all ages and experience levels, this class offers instruction and inspiration in creating works that describe and interpret our visual world. Fee includes materials and instruction.  Tickets: Call for prices. To reserve your place in class, call 859-257-6199.  859-257-6218 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • From Content to Form: A Class for Writers - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, Thursdays, April 10 thru May 1, 12:30pm - 1:30pm, $40.  Designed for writers who have rich raw material from journals or writing practice and want to shape that initial writing into more finished form. We’ll explore some of the rich variety of short forms, provide samples and practice, and offer the opportunity for others to read and respond to your work.  Led by Gail Koehler of Carnegie Center Writing Practice fame.  859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org

  • Golf Schools for Ladies & Adults - Lakeside Golf Course.  The Ladies Golf School will take place on April 15 thru 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm.  Two sessions of the Adult Golf Schools will take place on April 22 thru 24 and April 29 thru May 1, 5:30pm - 7:30pm.  The cost is $40 per session and includes range balls. Open to adults 18 years of age and older, the golf schools will offer six hours of instruction designed to introduce golf fundamentals to beginners and review basics for the more experienced golfers. Taught by the Parks & Recreation PGA Professionals, the curriculum will include set-up, swing, driving, chipping and putting fundamentals, as well as etiquette. Registration is required to attend. Call 288-2969 for additional information or to register.

  • Living Arts & Science Center - Each year, the Living Arts & Science Center presents more than 400 creative art and science classes and workshops for children 18-months old up to adults. Hands-on creative learning is the focus and classes are available in a wide variety of two and three-dimensional art forms including painting, drawing, pottery, fiber art, photography, cartooning and animation, natural history illustration, sculpture, and more. Each of our semesters (Fall, Holiday, Winter/Spring and Summer) presents new and exciting opportunities in parent-child classes for children 18 to 36 months old, and for pre-school, youth, teens and adults. During the school year, classes are offered at the Living Arts & Science Center during the day, after-school, in the evenings and on Saturdays.  859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • Passion, Pride, Rage & Remorse: The Layers of Life Collage Workshop - Lexington Art League, Class: Saturday, April 26 10am – 4pm; registration deadline: Friday, April 18, 5pm. $75 LAL Members; $90 Potential LAL Members.  Leave your scrap-booking ideas at home. Collage is a sexy, creative, passionate, challenging, therapeutic exercise for your mind. In this 6-hour workshop, you will learn the basics of collage and how to adhere found objects and magazine clippings with acrylic mediums to create your own works, as inspired by the Response to Fear exhibit. Rearrange and express your emotions through textures and images. Learn more about color, design and yourself.  859.254.7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • Six Weeks to Fabulous NonFiction Writing - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, Wednesdays April 16 thru May 21, 12pm - 1:30pm, $60. How do you capture the attention of a nonfiction reader? How can you keep the reader's interest through a column, magazine article or book? What are the bedrock principles of fabulous nonfiction writing? Join this class to
    learn specific strategies for sculpting and detailing your creative nonfiction work. You'll share some of your writing, receive direct feedback on it, and analyze some of the master nonfiction writers. Led by Neil Chethik, author of Fatherloss and Voicemail. 859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org.

  • Yoga in the Galleries - UK Art Museum, Tuesdays Mar 11 thru Apr 15, 5:50pm - 6:50pm and Wednesdays Mar 12 thru Apr 16, 11am - 12pm.  $25.00 Staff and Members, $35.00 General Public. Classes will teach Yoga Fit, a modern adaptation of ancient Hatha yoga practice and modern fitness movement.  It is centered on breathing, feeling and listening to the body.  This class is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.  Layering of clothing and a yoga mat are recommended but not necessary.   859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

 

 

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April 1
 Tuesday

  • Babies! Babies! - Eagle Creek Public Library, 11am, Free. 3 - 18 months. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek/

  • Boogie Woogie Books - North Side Public Library, 10am, Free. Stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. 30 min. 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5590 or www.lexpublib.org/northside/

  • Casablanca - Central Public Library, 2pm & 6:30pm. Free.  Part of the Films of the Greatest Generation Series. Not Rated, 102 minutes. One of the most memorable of all film experiences-- a true Hollywood legend. Story, cast, music, photography, and direction are woven expertly together to create a motion picture monument.   859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Cruisin’ with Books - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free.  Cruise and crawl into this beginning story time.  A great introduction into books, songs, lap jogs and fingerplays!  20 minutes, 6 - 18 months.  859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek/

  • George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead (R) - KY Theatre, 5:40pm, 7:40pm & 9:40pm, $5 - $6.50.  A group of young film students run into real-life zombies while filming a horror movie of their own.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • The Sparrow Quartet in Concert with Abigail Washburn, Bela Fleck, Ben Sollee, Casey Driessen - The Kentucky Theatre, 7pm, $23 &$27.50. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Spring Break Activities - The Explorium, 1pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Explore electricity with science demonstrations and hands-on experiments. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • Trivia Tuesday - Brooklyn Sports Grille & Pizzeria, 7:3pm, no cover.  Prizes!  859-246-0062 or www.thebrooklynpizza.com

 

 

April 2
 Wednesday

  • The Band's Visit (PG-13) - KY Theatre, 5:20pm, 7:20pm & 9:30pm, $5 - $6.50.  A brass band comprised of members of the Egyptian police force head to Israel to play at the inaugural ceremony of an Arab arts center, only to find themselves lost in a foreign city.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Downtown Merchant Forum - 8:30am, Free and Open to all Downtown Merchants and to the Public. Join the merchants of downtown as we discuss ways to promote shopping in downtown Lexington to locals and tourists.  Held the first Wednesday of each month.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com

  • First Steps Storytime - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Take your first steps into reading with this introduction to sit-down storytime. Experience fun with songs, fingerplays and books! 20 minutes, 12 - 24 months. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

  • George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead (R) - KY Theatre, 5:40pm, 7:40pm & 9:40pm, $5 - $6.50.  A group of young film students run into real-life zombies while filming a horror movie of their own.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Jumping Beans - North Side Public Library, 10:30am, Free. A story time for toddlers featuring action rhymes, songs, finger-plays and an interactive story. 18-36 months, 20 min. 859-231-5590 or www.lexpublib.org/northside

  • Preschool Playhouse - Central Public Library, 10:30am, Free. How do we learn? We act it out, sing about it, and draw it. Join us for our new interactive preschool storytime. 30 minutes, 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Preschool Storytime - Eagle Creek Public Library, 1:30pm, Free. The kids will enjoy someone reading books to them! 3.5 - 5 years. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek

  • Puppet Show: Five Fantastic Fables - Central Public Library, 10am, Free. The Library Puppeteers present some of Aesop's most familiar stories. Reservations required.   859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Sax in the City - Natasha's Bistro, 8pm, Free.  Every Wednesday is “Sax in the City” featuring musician/actor Lew Bowling. Come and enjoy an evening of dinner and the smooth sounds of contemporary and classic pieces highlighting Lew’s exquisite talents.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Spring Break Activities - The Explorium, 1pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Explore Force and Motion with fun hands-on activities and science demonstrations. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • Toddler Storytime - Beaumont public Library, 10am, Free. Stories, songs, rhymes and special activities to help develop a love of reading and literacy skills. 30 minutes, 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5570 or www.lexpublib.org/beaumont

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Western Kentucky (BBSN) - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 6:30pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

 

 

April 3
 Thursday

  • The Art of Expression! - Living Arts & Science Center, 6pm - 8pm, Suggested Donation: $2 for 12 yrs - Adult; $1 for children under 12. Discovery Night at LASC! Artists make art for a variety of reasons:  Some for self-reflection, others tell a story, or hope to promote social change through their work. Our guest artist, Ilona Szekely Tackett, is working with the Kentucky Foundation for Women on issues of art and feminist social change. Join her to learn about these issues and artists and to create your own art based on things that are important in your life.  859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • The Band's Visit (PG-13) - KY Theatre, 5:20pm, 7:20pm & 9:30pm, $5 - $6.50.  A brass band comprised of members of the Egyptian police force head to Israel to play at the inaugural ceremony of an Arab arts center, only to find themselves lost in a foreign city.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Bilingual Boogie Bees/Boogie Bees Bilingüe - Village Public Library, 7pm, Free. 0 - 4 years. Toddlers and their parents or caretakers will sing, play finger games, do circle dances, and play rhythm instruments. En Boogie Bees Bilingüe, los niños y sus padres’ o personas encargadas cantarán, jugarán, bailarán y tocarán instrumentos de percusión. Jueves. 7PM, Edades 0-4. 859-231-5575 or www.lexpublib.org/village

  • Bouncing Babies - Beaumont Public Library, 10:45am & 11:15am, Free. Introduce your baby to language and reading with songs, activities, rhymes and books. 20 minutes, 6 - 24 months. 859-231-5570 or www.lexpublib.org/beaumont

  • Carla Van Hoose on Red Barn Radio - ArtsPlace, 7:30pm, $5 Adults, Free for Kids under 12.  This taping of RBR features Carla Van Hoose, who sings Bluegrass with some folk and blues thrown in for flavor. She loves to share the breadth of feeling, rhythm and stories this music offers. Her soothing, smooth vocals are to the music what Mom's home cooking is to the Sunday dinner.  859-277-8224 or www.redbarnradio.com

  • Churchill Jax - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, Free.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

  • EKU-Georgetown Baseball Game - Applebee's Park, 6pm, Free. The home of the Lexington Legends hosts annual rivalry game of EKU versus Georgetown College. Admission to all baseball patrons free of charge! 859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead (R) - KY Theatre, 5:40pm, 7:40pm & 9:40pm, $5 - $6.50.  A group of young film students run into real-life zombies while filming a horror movie of their own.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • How Opera Is Made: The Lincoln Opera Project - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 12:30pm, Free. 859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Karaoke Thursday - Brooklyn Sports Grille & Pizzeria, 10pm, no cover.  859-246-0062 or www.thebrooklynpizza.com

  • Larry Redmon & Kenny Owens - Redmon's, 10:30pm, Free.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • Mower Maintenance Tips for the Mechanically Declined - Fayette County Extension Office, 6:30pm - 8pm, $10.  Basic maintenance for small gasoline engines will be discussed in a fun class with a factory-trained small engine technician who will provide information that will keep your equipment in shape.  859-257-5582 or http://ces.ca.uky.edu/fayette/events/

  • Preschool LIVE! - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Experience longer stories, songs, fingerplays and a simple, story-related craft. 30 minutes, 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

  • Spring Break Activities - The Explorium, 1pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Have fun with magnets. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • Toddler Storytime - Eagle Creek Public Library, 11am, Free. Many stories read to younger kids. 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek

  • When I was a Kid - Central Public Library, Thursday, 10:30am, Free. Invite your grandparents for stories, snacks, and memories of World War II and the American home front. Learn about victory gardens, rationing, and much more. Ages 6-12, reservations required. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

 

 

April 4

Friday

  • Arbor Day Story Time - Central Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Celebrate Arbor Day with stories and a craft. Reservations required.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Arcadia - Downtown Arts Center, 8pm, $15 - $25  By the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of Shakespeare in Love, Arcadia is an intriguing mystery that takes place in both 1809 and the present day.   Although it broaches high-brow subjects like the chaos theory and the second law of thermodynamics, the play is wickedly funny and accessible to all, and includes lashings of Stoppard’s legendary humor and wit.  859-225-0370, www.actorsguildoflexington.org or www.tix.com

  • Larry Redmon & Kenny Owens - Redmon's, 10:30pm, $5.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • Local Bands in Concert - KY Theatre, 12Midnite, $5. Call for scheduling. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Metal Forging Demonstration - Artique Gallery, Lexington Green, Apr 4 & 5, Free. Metal artist Holly Fisher visits Artique! We're setting up a forge at Lexington Green for the weekend so you can enjoy the creative process up close and personal. 859-272-8802 or www.artiquegallery.com

  • Spring Break Activities - The Explorium, 1pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Hands-on fun with energy-themed experiments.  All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Mississippi State - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 6:30pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

  • UK Faculty Jazz - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $7.  The UK Faculty Jazz Quartet, featuring Miles Osland on woodwinds, Raleigh Dailey on piano, Danny Cecil on bass and John Willmarth on drums will be performing jazz standards and original works from their upcoming CD to be released this Fall. Joining the Quartet will be alto sax great Greg Abate.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • The Young and the Restless - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Channel that restless energy into clapping, singing and listening to great books! A simple, story-related craft follows. 25 minutes, 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

 

 

April 5
Saturday

  • 4th Annual Carnegie Center 5K Run/Walk for Literacy - UK Coldstream Research Campus, 6:30 pm. Dogs and strollers are welcome — come on out and support the Carnegie Center! 859-254-4175 or  www.carnegieliteracy.org/walkrun.htm

  • A Million Thanks - Central Public Library, 2pm-4pm, Free. Drop by and create a card or write a letter to our men and women serving in the military as part of the Million Thanks campaign. All Ages.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Arcadia - Downtown Arts Center, 8pm, $15 - $25.  By the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of Shakespeare in Love, Arcadia is an intriguing mystery that takes place in both 1809 and the present day.   Although it broaches high-brow subjects like the chaos theory and the second law of thermodynamics, the play is wickedly funny and accessible to all, and includes lashings of Stoppard’s legendary humor and wit.  859-225-0370, www.actorsguildoflexington.org or www.tix.com

  • Be Careful of the Stones You Throw - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 7:30pm, $7.  The musical explores what can happen when a person realizes how much can be accomplished through a single act of unselfishness and includes a strong message about the importance of organ and tissue donation. All lead roles are performed by area soloists and several local transplant recipients will also present testimonials.  859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Seventh Day Adventist Church, 968 Lane Allen Rd., 1am - 4:30am.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Bugs All Day! - The Explorium, 11am - 3pm, Free with Admission.  All your creepy crawlie friends are back for Explorium's annual event exploring insects - Bug's All Day! Spend some quality time with beetles, spiders and butterflies. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • Contra Dance - ArtsPlace, 8pm - 11pm with a beginner lesson at 7:30pm, $7 Adults, $5 Students & First-Timers. Contra Dance with caller Kathy Anderson and band Cornpone. Swing your partner do-si-do to live music and calling on the great wooden dance floor at ArtsPlace! Wear comfortable clothing. 859-552-5433 or ltda.ws/

  • The Frigidaires - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $8.  Imagine a band whose set list might include Bob Wills, Hendrix, Eagles, Merle and Willie, The Band and The Beatles. The Sons of the Frigidaires features six of the region’s best rock and country musicians, and there’s no telling WHAT they’ll play next. Members include Roger Bondurant , Jim Gleason, Bob Goff , Rex Hart , Ronn Crowder and Wendell Zopfi. Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Larry Redmon & Greg Austin - Redmon's, 10:30pm, $5.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • Lexington Farmers' Market - Victorian Square, 1st Floor Atrium, 8am - 1pm.  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking in the Victorian Square garage is free with validation.  Last day at Victorian Square!  Next week visit us at our outdoor location on Vine Street between Mill and Limestone.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com, or 859-252-7575.

  • Lexington Horsemen vs. Peoria Pirates - Rupp Arena, 7:30pm, $10 - $160.  859-233-3535 or www.rupparena.com

  • Lindy Hop Intensive Workshop Presented by the UK Hepkats Swing Dance Club - Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1pm - 6pm, $30.  With Guest instructors Joel Domoe & Melanie Myers, nationally recognized Lindy Hop instructors & performers!  A workshop designed for dancers that want to take their dancing to the next level, geared towards dancers who are already comfortable with basic Lindy Hop technique.  Pre-registration as a couple required.  859-323-3633 or www.uky.edu/StudentOrgs/HKSDC

  • Metal Forging Demonstration - Artique Gallery, Lexington Green, Apr 4 & 5, Free. Metal artist Holly Fisher visits Artique! We're setting up a forge at Lexington Green for the weekend so you can enjoy the creative process up close and personal. 859-272-8802 or www.artiquegallery.com

  • The Sons of the Frigidaires Fundraising Concert - Natasha's Bistro, Dinner at 8pm, Show at 9pm, $10.  Imagine a band whose set list might include Bob Wills, Hendrix, Eagles, Merle and Willie, The Band and The Beatles. The Sons of the Frigidaires features six of the region's best rock and country musicians, and there's no telling WHAT they'll play next. The performance is a fundraising event for the all-volunteer, citizens' Downtown Entertainment Development Task Force in support of the group's ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com 

  • Spring Fly Fishing Event - Lexington Center, Heritage Hall, 10am - 6pm, Free. Orvis the Sporting Tradition presents a Spring Fly Fishing Event. Featuring George Revel: National Fly Casting Distance & Accuracy Champion Who Will Conduct Demonstrations, Clinics, and Distance & Accuracy Competition For Prizes. Seminars, Demonstrations, Casting Competition, & Fly Tying Clinics.  www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Square Dance - ArtsPlace, 3pm - 5pm, $7 Adults, $5 Students & First-Timers. Contra Dance with caller Kathy Anderson and band Cornpone. Swing your partner do-si-do to live music and calling on the great wooden dance floor at ArtsPlace! Wear comfortable clothing. 859-552-5433 or ltda.ws/

  • Swing Dance by the UK Hepkats Club - Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 8pm - 12mid, $5.  Includes free introductory lesson and complementary refreshments.  Open to the public, beginners welcome, wear comfortable clothing.  Join us to dance the original swing dances of the 1930's:  Lindy Hop, Balboa & Collegiate Shag.  859-323-3633 or www.uky.edu/StudentOrgs/HKSDC

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Mississippi State - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 6:30pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

  • VITA Tax Assistance - Central Public Library, 1pm - 5pm, Free. For households earning less than $40,000 a year. Call 211 to make an appointment. For Adults.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

 

 

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April 6
Sunday

  • Arcadia - Downtown Arts Center, 2pm, $15 - $25  By the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of Shakespeare in Love, Arcadia is an intriguing mystery that takes place in both 1809 and the present day.   Although it broaches high-brow subjects like the chaos theory and the second law of thermodynamics, the play is wickedly funny and accessible to all, and includes lashings of Stoppard’s legendary humor and wit.  859-225-0370, www.actorsguildoflexington.org or www.tix.com

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - North Lexington Church of Christ, 2280 Hume Rd., 11:45am - 2:30pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Central Kentucky Chamber Players - UK Singletary Center for the Arts RecitalHall, 7:30pm, $0 - $6.50. Presented by the Central Kentucky Chamber Music Society.  859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Journey to India Family Day - UK Art Museum, 1pm - 5pm, Free.  You’re invited to travel to India for the day.  Sample art and craft, learn to dance, enjoy a children’s fashion parade, tour our exhibition and try your hand at making Diwali lights.  Events are planned for visitors of all ages. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • Peace Dove Craft for Kids - The Explorium, 2pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Join Explorium staff for a fun Spring Craft and make your own Peace Dove. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Mississippi State - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 1pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

 

 

April 7
 Monday

  • Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingue - Village Public Library, 7pm, Free.  Sing, listen, interact and learn through bilingual songs and stories. Mondays at 7pm.  Ages 3 – 5.  Canta, escucha, participa y aprende con canciones y cuentos bilingües. Lunes, 7PM, Edades: 3 - 5.   859-231-5575 or www.lexpublib.org/village/

  • Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - Sullivan University, 2355 Harrodsburg Rd.,  10am - 3pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Mecca Student Dancers - Natasha's Bistro, 8pm, Free.  Students of the Mecca Dance Studio perform live every first Monday of the month. Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Opening Day for Legends Baseball Season:  The Lexington Legends vs. Greenville - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Come out and help celebrate opening day with the Legends as they kick off the season against the Greenville Drive!  Rally will be on hand to help the Legends launch the 2008 season with his special mad cap fun!  Kid's eat free - All kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hotdog, fries and drink.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • Over the Rhine on Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour - The Kentucky Theatre, 6:45pm, $10, Woodsongs Partners Free.  Reservations required.  859-252-8888 or www.woodsongs.com/wotrh.html

  • Play and Learn - Beaumont Public Library, 10:30am, Free.  A creative educational program with stories, music and activities to help develop social skills, imagination and a love of reading.  30 minutes.  3-5 years.  859-231-5570  or www.lexpublib.org/beaumont/

  • Young Toddlers - Eagle Creek Public Library, 11am, Free.  Storytime for young toddlers, ages 18 - 30 months. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek/

 

 

April 8
 Tuesday

  • Babies! Babies! - Eagle Creek Public Library, 11am, Free. 3 - 18 months. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek/

  • Boogie Woogie Books - North Side Public Library, 10am, Free. Stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. 30 min. 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5590 or www.lexpublib.org/northside/

  • The Bridge on the River Kwai - Central Public Library, 2pm & 6pm, Free.  Part of the Films of the Greatest Generation Series.  Not rated, 161 minutes. Filmed in the jungles of Ceylon, this overpowering spectacle based on Pierre Boulle’s novel concerns the inmates of a Japanese prison camp in the early days of World War II.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Business Persons Lunch - Calvary Baptist Church, 11:45am, Free (Lunch is al a carte).  Mike Scanlon, President & CEO, Thomas & King, "How my faith comes into focus in my business or occupation." 859-254-3497 or  www.calvarybaptistchurch.com (click on News & Events)

  • Cruisin’ with Books - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free.  Cruise and crawl into this beginning story time.  A great introduction into books, songs, lap jogs and fingerplays!  20 minutes, 6 - 18 months.  859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek/The Lexington Legends vs. Greenville - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Quarter HotDog Night.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • Max and Ruby - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 10am. Presented by Theatreworks USA.
    859-257-4929, 800-497-5007 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Trivia Tuesday - Brooklyn Sports Grille & Pizzeria, 7:3pm, no cover.  Prizes!  859-246-0062 or www.thebrooklynpizza.com

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Louisville (BBSN) - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 6:30pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

 

 

April 9
 Wednesday

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Forcht Bank, 2404 Sir Barton Way, 9am – 5pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • First Steps Storytime - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Take your first steps into reading with this introduction to sit-down storytime. Experience fun with songs, fingerplays and books! 20 minutes, 12 - 24 months. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

  • Jumping Beans - North Side Public Library, 10:30am, Free. A story time for toddlers featuring action rhymes, songs, finger-plays and an interactive story. 18-36 months, 20 min. 859-231-5590 or www.lexpublib.org/northside

  • KY Sassafras on Red Barn Radio - ArtsPlace, 7:30pm, $5 Adults, Free for Kids under 12.  This taping of RBR features KY Sassafras. When these kids play, they play Bluegrass! Kentucky Sassafras is a traditional Bluegrass band composed of 5 young musicians. 859-277-8224 or www.redbarnradio.com

  • The Lexington Legends vs. Greenville - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Big L & Elle Anniversary.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • The Pillowman Dress Rehersal - Natasha's Bistro.  Presented by the Balagula Theatre. Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Preschool Playhouse - Central Public Library, 10:30am, Free. How do we learn? We act it out, sing about it, and draw it. Join us for our new interactive preschool storytime. 30 minutes, 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Preschool Storytime - Eagle Creek Public Library, 1:30pm, Free. The kids will enjoy someone reading books to them! 3.5 - 5 years. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek

  • Sax in the City - Natasha's Bistro, 8pm, Free.  Every Wednesday is “Sax in the City” featuring musician/actor Lew Bowling. Come and enjoy an evening of dinner and the smooth sounds of contemporary and classic pieces highlighting Lew’s exquisite talents.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Sue Fosson Spring Humanities Festival - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 7pm, Free. 859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Toddler Storytime - Beaumont public Library, 10am, Free. Stories, songs, rhymes and special activities to help develop a love of reading and literacy skills. 30 minutes, 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5570 or www.lexpublib.org/beaumont

 

 

April 10
 Thursday

  • Andy Mason - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  As heard on WUKY Andy’s music is a worldly blend of soulful pop, jazz, basso nova, and more featuring music from his new CD titled Illumination.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Belle Brezing Bed Race (*BOB Event) - Short Street between Mill St. & Upper St., 6pm, $5o to Enter, Free to watch!  In honor of one of Lexington’s more illustrious historical figures, companies, schools, organizations and individuals will enter their own specially decorated beds which will be raced in heats in a course along Short Street. Heat winners will race each other until a grand prize winner can be declared and awards presented. Hundreds of people will be lining the streets enjoying the antics of the racers and their beds. Each team must have a person in the bed, and 4 “pushers” of the bed. Mid-course the referee will require all racers to change position. Hilarity is sure to ensue! *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass Festival of Events: 859-425-2590 or www.bestofthebluegrass.org.

  • Bilingual Boogie Bees/Boogie Bees Bilingüe - Village Public Library, 7pm, Free. 0 - 4 years. Toddlers and their parents or caretakers will sing, play finger games, do circle dances, and play rhythm instruments. En Boogie Bees Bilingüe, los niños y sus padres’ o personas encargadas cantarán, jugarán, bailarán y tocarán instrumentos de percusión. Jueves. 7PM, Edades 0-4. 859-231-5575 or www.lexpublib.org/village

  • Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - Bluegrass Community & Technical College - Cooper, A-T Building, Main LCC Campus-Cooper Dr., 9am - 2pm.  Bluegrass Community & Technical College - Leestown, 100 Vo-Tech Rd., 9am - 2pm.  Bluegrass Community &Technical College - Regency, 2659 Regency Rd., 9am - 1pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Bouncing Babies - Beaumont Public Library, 10:45am & 11:15am, Free. Introduce your baby to language and reading with songs, activities, rhymes and books. 20 minutes, 6 - 24 months. 859-231-5570 or www.lexpublib.org/beaumont

  • Home, Garden and Flower Show - Lexington Center: Heritage Hall & Rupp Arena, 5pm - 10pm.  $7.50 for adults, Free for Children Under 14.  Thursday Apr 10 thru Sunday Apr 13.  The Better Business Bureau Central Kentucky Home, Garden and Flower Show is the largest and longest running show of its kind in Kentucky. It is your once a year opportunity to shop, compare prices and buy the latest in home and garden related products and services, and its all together at one time under one roof.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Karaoke Thursday - Brooklyn Sports Grille & Pizzeria, 10pm, no cover.  859-246-0062 or www.thebrooklynpizza.com

  • Larry Redmon & Kenny Owens - Redmon's, 10:30pm, Free.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • The Lexington Legends vs. Greenville - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Thirsty Thursday & Cornhole Tournament.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • Preschool LIVE! - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Experience longer stories, songs, fingerplays and a simple, story-related craft. 30 minutes, 3 - 5 years. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

  • Pub Crawl (*BOB Event) - We’re bringing back one of last year’s most popular events ! After enjoying the Bed Races, participants will register at Cheapside Park to be part of the Pub Crawl. They will be armed with a map of participating bars, an I.D. bracelet identifying them as a Pub Crawler and a t-shirt. Participating bars will have a featured drink special available to pub crawlers at a discounted price. Crawlers can check off each bar they have visited and vote on which drink is their favorite. Transportation provided by Triple Crown Limousine between bars will be available for those who don’t wish to walk, and a Safe & Sober ride home will also be provided for those who need one, courtesy of WLEX.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass Festival of Events: 859-425-2590 or www.bestofthebluegrass.org.

  • Thoroughbred Racing (*BOB Event) - Keeneland, First Post 1:15pm, General Admission $3; Free Parking. Featured Race of the Day: Stonerside Beaumont Stakes (G2).  800-456-3412 or www.keeneland.com.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass Festival of Events: 859-425-2590 or www.bestofthebluegrass.org.

  • Toddler Storytime - Eagle Creek Public Library, 11am, Free. Many stories read to younger kids. 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5560 or www.lexpublib.org/eaglecreek

  • Weak/Side/Help - UK Guignol Theatre, 7:30pm, $5 - $15. UK Theatre production featuring UK defensive end Jeremy Jarmon. A brand new play from Los Angeles playwright Andrew Shafer, “Weak/Side/Help” deals with performance enhancing drugs as well as the charged issue of race in sports.  859-257-3297 or www.uky.edu/FineArts/Theatre/

 

 

April 11
 Friday

  • The Bats - Natasha's Bistro, 7:30pm Dinner Show $10, 10pm Cocktail Show $7.  The Bats play to a sold out audience each and every time. Tickets go on sale Friday 2/1. All tickets must be purchased through Natasha’s box office 859-259-2754 (M-F 10am - 5pm). Ticket purchase will reserve a table for either of the shows. Don’t miss them.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Home, Garden and Flower Show - Lexington Center: Heritage Hall & Rupp Arena, 5pm - 10pm.  $7.50 for adults, Free for Children Under 14.  Thursday Apr 10 thru Sunday Apr 13.  The Better Business Bureau Central Kentucky Home, Garden and Flower Show is the largest and longest running show of its kind in Kentucky. It is your once a year opportunity to shop, compare prices and buy the latest in home and garden related products and services, and its all together at one time under one roof.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • J.D. Crowe in Concert (*BOB Event) - Lexington Center, Bluegrass Ballroom, 7pm, $15.  Join Grammy-nominated banjo player JD Crowe for a special concert in Lexington as part of the Best of the Bluegrass festival of events.  859-233-3535, www.lexingtoncenter.com or www.ticketmaster.com.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass Festival of Events: 859-425-2590 or www.bestofthebluegrass.org.

  • Jeweler Shari Dixon visits Artique - Artique Gallery, Lexington Green, Free, April 11, 12 & 13. Shari Dixon has merged her graphic design training with a strong background in fashion, creating a line of jewelry that is not only timeless and artistically well rounded, but stylish as well. 859-272-8802 or www.artiquegallery.com

  • Larry Redmon & Kenny Owens - Redmon's, 10:30pm, $5.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • The Lexington Legends vs. Augusta - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Poster Giveaway Night.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • Local Bands in Concert - KY Theatre, 12Midnite, $5. Call for scheduling. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • Susan Meiselas Lecture - UK Student Center, Worsham Theatre, 4pm, Free.  Her passion for human rights lies at the center of her work, whether telling the story of carnival strippers who exist as a living sideshow at county fairs or uncovering evidence of Saddam Hussein's brutal campaign to annihilate ethnic Kurds in northern Iraq.  859-257-6218 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • Thoroughbred Racing (*BOB Event) - Keeneland, First Post 1:15pm, General Admission $3; Free Parking.  Maker's Mark Mile Day: Maker's Mark 2008 Limited Edition Bottle Signing - 6:30 a.m. Bottle must be purchased in advance. This is a "bring your own bottle" event; the famous special bottles of Maker's Mark are not sold at Keeneland. Limit of 2 bottles per person and no other merchandise will be signed.  Featured Race of the Day: 12th Running of the Maker's Mark Mile (G1). 800-456-3412 or www.keeneland.com.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass Festival of Events: 859-425-2590 or www.bestofthebluegrass.org.

  • You-neeks Beaded Creations Spring Bling! - The Shops @ Lexington Center, First Level of Mall off of Food Court, Berea Room. 10am - 5pm, Free Admission.  Entire collection 20% off to make room for new collection. More than 700 pieces in stock. Guaranteed you-neek necklaces, bracelets and earrings made with natural stones, crystal, glass, pewter, sterling silver and other findings. Gift boxes and gift certificates available. Cash, checks, Visa and MasterCard accepted. Fri April 11 & Sat April 12. 859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • The Young and the Restless - Tates Creek Public Library, 10:30am, Free. Channel that restless energy into clapping, singing and listening to great books! A simple, story-related craft follows. 25 minutes, 2 - 3 years. 859-231-5580 or www.lexpublib.org/tatescreek

  • Weak/Side/Help - UK Guignol Theatre, 7:30pm, $5 - $15. UK Theatre production featuring UK defensive end Jeremy Jarmon. A brand new play from Los Angeles playwright Andrew Shafer, “Weak/Side/Help” deals with performance enhancing drugs as well as the charged issue of race in sports.  859-257-3297 or www.uky.edu/FineArts/Theatre/

 

 

April 12

Saturday

  • Alma Gitana - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $7.  Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Alma Gitana (Gypsy Soul) performs the music of some of Spain's most progressive Flamenco fusion groups.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Battle of the Big Band Orchestras & Swing Dance - UK Student Center Grand Ballroom, sponsored by the UK School of Music and the UK Swing Dance Club, 7:30pm - 12Mid, Tickets :  In advance, 2 for $25 or $15 each.  At the door, $20 per person.  The Kentucky Jazz Repertory Orchestra and the UK Jazz Ensemble will battle it out for supremacy in the  in this 1930’s style swing era battle of the big bands.  Come hear the classic songs of the swing era by such artists as Duke Ellington, Jimmie Lunceford, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Count Basie, Glenn Miller and others.  Vote for your favorite band — the winning band receives a bonus payment!  859-323-3633, www.uky.edu/StudentOrgs/HKSDC or mrich2@email.uky.edu

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - First Baptist Church Bracktown, 3016 Bracktown Rd., 10am - 4:30pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Crafting the Legal Thriller Workshop - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 10:30am - 12:30pm, $50. Interested in writing a legal thriller, but don’t know where to start? Join us for a discussion of the genre. Learn why a thriller isn’t a mystery and why the difference matters, where to find story ideas, how plot structure can build and maintain suspense, and some common mistakes to avoid. If you have work in progress to share, feel free to bring it along.  Led by attorney and writer (and the next John Grisham!) Milton Toby. 859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org  

  • Home, Garden and Flower Show - Lexington Center: Heritage Hall & Rupp Arena, 11am - 10pm.  $7.50 for adults, Free for Children Under 14.  Thursday Apr 10 thru Sunday Apr 13.  The Better Business Bureau Central Kentucky Home, Garden and Flower Show is the largest and longest running show of its kind in Kentucky. It is your once a year opportunity to shop, compare prices and buy the latest in home and garden related products and services, and its all together at one time under one roof.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Dance and Yoga Traditions of India - UK Art Museum, 2pm - 6pm, $16 General Public, $10 Members, Free to all Students and Teachers. Come join us as we say good-bye to our “Miniature Worlds: Art of India” Exhibition. Experience Indian dancing at its finest with Priyadarshinie Govind from India. Entertainment will also include dancers from the Bluegrass-Indo American Civic Society and a demonstration of Yoga – Origin and Practice. Indian refreshments and a tour of the Art Museum will cap-off the festivities.  859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • "Delectably Dark Combinations" Dance Workshop - Mecca, A Live Studio & Gallery, 12pm - 3pm, $35 advance, $40 at the Door .  Guest Instructor Taletha has applied her experience with the movements and feelings of Egyptian style belly dance and Central Asian dance and fused them with the sights and sounds of the Gothic subculture to create a Gothic belly dance style she feels is all her own. She will show you how to let your inner vamp shine through. You will learn combinations designed to enthrall, intimidate, and stop the hearts of your audience members all without appearing to break a sweat. 859-254-9790 or www.meccadance.com

  • Jeweler Shari Dixon visits Artique - Artique Gallery, Lexington Green, Free, April 11, 12 & 13. Shari Dixon has merged her graphic design training with a strong background in fashion, creating a line of jewelry that is not only timeless and artistically well rounded, but stylish as well. 859-272-8802 or www.artiquegallery.com

  • Henry Clay's 231st Birthday Celebration (*BOB Event) - Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate, 10:30am - 3:30pm. Free Admission to all students and children ages 18 and under, $7 for Adults.  Ashland is having a birthday party in honor of Henry Clay and you’re invited! Come for an Open House Tours, join in some Birthday Cake and meet Henry Clay himself!  859-266-8581 or www.henryclay.org  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass festival of events:  www.bestofthebluegrass.org

  • Kiddie Kapers & Company Spring Recital - Lexington Opera House, 12pm, 3:30pm, & 7pm, $5.   The Kiddie Kapers & Company dance program offers instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling and dance team classes for youth ages 3 - 15. This Spring Recital concludes the twenty-week session which took place from September to April.  859-233-3535 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Kite Fest - Jacobson Park, 12pm - 4pm, Free.  All eyes will be on the skies as Kite Fest returns for another year. Come out to Jacobson Park and celebrate our first major outdoor event of the season as well as National Kite Month. This colorful event will include face painting, kite making, giant bubbles and special entertainment. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the day or families may pack a lunch and picnic in the park. For more information on this event, call 288-2927.

  • Larry Redmon & Greg Austin - Redmon's, 10:30pm, $5.  With the exception of concert and promotional dates Larry can be found performing at Redmon's every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Reservations are advised or arrive early.  859-252-5802 or www.larryredmon.com

  • Lexington Farmers' Market - Vine Street between Mill and Limestone, 7am - 2pm.  First day at our outdoor location!  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking available in the Premier Parking lot (accessed from Main St.) or in the entire 5/3rd parking garage (accessed from Main St. or Vine St.).  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

  • The Lexington Legends vs. Augusta - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Kids Run The Bases & Magnet Giveaway.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

  • LexJam! (*BOB Event)  - ArtsPlace, 1pm - 5pm, Free.  Lexington's favorite public jam session.  Bring your instruments and sign up to play with other musicians or just come to watch.  Open to the public.  859-281-2317, www.lexjam.com or www.downtownlex.com.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass festival of events:  www.bestofthebluegrass.org

  • LexJam! II: Unplugged (*BOB Event)  - Lexington Center, 1pm - 5pm, Free.  Lexington's favorite public jam session branches off - this one is acoustic!  Bring your instruments and sign up to play with other musicians or just come to watch.  Open to the public.  859-281-2317, www.lexjam.com or www.downtownlex.com.  *Part of the Best of the Bluegrass festival of events:  www.bestofthebluegrass.org

  • Paws to Read - Central Public Library, Saturday, April 12, Noon-2pm, Free. Dogs are great listeners. Have fun and improve your reading skills by reading to a real-live licensed therapy dog. Ages 8-14, reservations required. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central/

  • Steeplechase 5K Race (*BOB Event) - The steeplechase historically was named for a horse race where contestants ran from one church and its steeple to another church and its ste