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July 2008 Calendar of Events

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Art Exhibits

Classes and Workshops Running Multiple Days

Athletics

Exhibits 

• Andy Warhol: Fame and Photography - UK Art Museum, May 10 thru August 24, Free. A selection of color Polaroid and B&W photos including portraits of celebrities, a version of Warhol’s Last Supper and photos of the Kentucky Derby. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

• Animal Portraits - Living Arts & Science Center, Gloria Singletary Gallery, Free. June 2 thru July 11. Gallery Hop Reception: Friday, June 20, 5pm - 8pm.  If Chicken Man, Fish Man, Cat Woman or Monkey Man were to show up at your front door, you might be tempted to buy life insurance from them or perhaps open a checking account, that is if they somehow found their ways off their perspective canvases. Sporting suits and ties, these animals dressed as people, or people dressed as animals (whichever the case may be) seem to inhabit our everyday life. One thing is for sure: Hoffman’s animal-people have character and they’re not afraid to show it.  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 typwriter in 1872 to the assembly of the last IBM typwriter 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

• Breaking Tradition, Forging Ahead: WPA Prints from the Collection - UK Art Museum, May 10 thru Sep 15, Free. Museum Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 12 to 5 pm and Friday: 12 to 8 pm.The exhibition is a student-organized project under the direction of the museum staff and the instructor of the Museum Studies class. The exhibit asks its audience: "What if you were free to express yourself?  In the 1930s, the federal government's Works Progress Administration (WPA) helped put America back to work during the Great Depression. Included in this effort were American artists who were provided a living wage in exchange for works of art. Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the WPA, these works on paper reveal the creativity of the artists as they experimented in style and form, helping to define a uniquely American approach to art. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

• The Coast, The Earth and One Petrified Fish - Main Cross Gallery, June 18 thru July 27, Mon - Sat, 10am - 6pm. Exhibition by painter Darrell Ishmael. 859-258-9863

• The Education of a Southern Gentleman - Lexington History Museum, May 15 thru Sep 15. Open Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri, Sun & Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free. Jefferson F. Davis Bicentennial Exhibit, the exhibit interprets the Kentucky native’s family roots, his childhood, and the year he spent as a student at Transylvania University in Lexington. 859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

• Election: Member's Open - LAL at the Downtown Arts Center, July 12 thru Aug 24. This year's Member's Open deals with social, political and personal issues that are coming to the forefront with the November presidential election. With this exhibition, LAL artists present uniqe and personal ways of thinking about the issues that face us all. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

• From Picasso to Warhol: Modern and Contemporary Prints from the Collection - UK Art Museum, May 25 thru Aug 24.  A selection of major works from the museum’s extensive collection of over 1400 prints, including pieces by such modern and contemporary luminaries as Chuck Close, Alex Katz, Frank Stella, Jasper Johns and Stuart Davis. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

• I Tried to Build Us A Home - LAL Project Space, Jul 12 thru Aug 24. Gallery Hours: T - F 10am - 4pm, Sa - Su 1pm 4pm. Polystyrene installation by Wilmington, DE artist Ronald Longsdorf. 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

• Harry Croghan - Artist's Attic in Victorian Square, June 1 thru July 30, Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm.  A London, Ohio resident, Harry works in Oils, acrylics, guache, pastels and watercolors.  859-254-5501 or www.artists-attic.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

• Side-By-Side - LAL @ Downtown Arts Center, June 21 - August 10, Free. Gallery hours: Tue - Fri, 10am - 5pm and Sat, 10am - 4pm. The Lexington Art League (LAL), Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Center and VSA arts of Kentucky have collaborated for a second year to produce the innovative and award-winning Side By Side. The six-week program partners young artists with special needs with professional regional artists in a creative learning environment that spans several artistic mediums. Opening Reception June 20, 5pm - 8pm during Gallery Hop. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

• Visual Dialogue - LAL at the Gov't Center, May 30 - Aug 22. Gallery Hours: M - F 9am - 5pm. Morehead, KY photographer Gary Eldridge exhibits scenic and unique views of Kentucky. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

• Weavings, Photographs and Broadsides by Dobree Adams - Singletary Center for the Arts, President's Room Gallery, June 2 thru July 18, M - F 10am - 5pm, Free. Reception on July 13.  859-257-5030 or www.uky.edu/scfa

Classes & Workshops Running Multiple Days

• 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 

• MADcamp - ArtsPlace, Each Week of July, 2008. The Lexington Ballet, Lexington Philharmonic and Music Institute of Lexington have collaborated to create a new summer program for students age 4 thru 12:  MADcamp. MADcamp will be a rotation of Music, Arts & Dance for a 1 week program instructed by master teachers of each discipline. Each week will have different program with a focus on education for the morning rotations and performing for the afternoon rotations. There will be a performance on Friday afternoon at the end each week. Session 1: July 7-11, Session 2: July 14-18, Session 3 July 21-25, Session 4 July 28 - Aug 1.  Cost: $198 per week, $10 Registration Fee, $25 Materials Fee. Time: 8:45-4pm, After Care: 4pm - 5pm for an additional fee of $25 per week.  859-233-3925 or www.lexingtonballet.org

• Summer Art Classes for Teens and Adults - Living Arts & Science Center.  Nine one-week sessions for Teens and Adults beginning June 2 on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes range in price from $40 to $85. Classes for High School students include: Equine Art (July 7 - 11), Art & Anatomy of Portraits (July 7 - 11), Sheep to Shawl Fiber Art (July 14 - 18), Introduction to Design and Architecture (July 21 - 25), Drawing in Perspective (July 21 - 25), Sequential Art (July 28 - August 1).  Classes for Teens and Adults Include: Naturalist Oil Painting (June 24 - July 15), Bookbinding 2, July 17 - August 7, Creating Digital Art, Tuesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 17.  859-252-5222 or www.LASCLEX.org

Athletics

• Adult Fall Softball Sign-Ups - Athletics Office, July 7 - 25.  Sign-up now for our Adult Fall Softball Leagues. Priority registration for returning fall teams is July 7-11 while returning spring teams may register from july14-18. All new teams or those returning teams who did not priority register may do so from July 21-25. Registration is by teams only and rosters may not include players under 16 years of age. Managers of returning teams should receive registration forms on the mail. New teams need to come to the Athletics Office to register. Leagues offered include Men’s Church, Men’s Independent, Men’s Major, Women’s Independent and Co-Ed. The team fee is $225 (check to: Parks & Recreation) plus a $25 sanction fee (payable to the National Softball Association) if not previously paid in 2008. 859-288-2919

• S.T. Roach Cheerleading & Basketball Clinics - Dunbar Community Center, Free. July 21-25: The cheerleading clinic for youth ages 7-14, 9am - 12pm. July 21-25: The basketball clinic for youth ages 6-10, 1pm - 4pm.  July 28 thru Aug 1: Youth ages 11-16 can attend a half-day camp 9am - 12pm or 1pm - 4pm or may attend all day 9am-4pm.  Cheerleading participants will learn cheerleading techniques, etiquette, gymnastics, dance, stunts, and jumps. Those taking part in the basketball clinics will learn basketball fundamentals and etiquette.  859-288-2955

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July 1
Tuesday

• Big Band & Jazz - Ecton Park, 7pm - 8:30pm, Free. Grab your lawn chair and blanket, pack a picnic dinner and join us at Ecton Park for one of Lexington’s longest running and most beloved events—Big Band & Jazz. Held from 7—8:30 pm, every Tuesday from May 20 through August 26, this free concert series will feature Big Band or jazz music. Performing tonight: Lexington Concert Band (Bands are subject to change). 859-288-2925

• Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social - Cheapside Park, 12pm, Free. Join us at Cheapside Park for the Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social. Enter your own pie or come and sample all the delicious pie that other's have entered. You can also build your own sundae with the help of the Downtown Lexington Corporation, all while enjoying live entertainment. www.lfucg.com/fourth_of_july/pie.asp.

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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• The Plant That Eats Bugs! The Venus Flytrap - Lexington Public Library, 11am, Free. How about a nice juicy fly for lunch and a crunchy cricket for supper? Those are typical meals for the Venus Flytrap. Learn about this fascinating plant and make a Venus Flytrap puppet to take home. Presented by the University of Kentucky/Lexington-Fayette County Arboretum. Ages 6-up, reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

July 2
Wednesday

• Back to the Future (1985) - The KY Theatre, 1:30pm & 7:15pm, $3. Hollywood's Brightest Stars: A Summer series of classic Hollywood movies shown every Wednesday in June, July and August at the historic Kentucky Theatre located in Downtown Lexington on Main Street. Tickets can be purchased in advance beginning the Sunday before each film plays, on Monday and Tuesday evenings or after 12 Noon on the Wednesday of each show.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com.

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Baker Family Chiropractic, 1060 Chinoe Rd., Suite 129, 1pm - 6pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534. 

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

• 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.beetnik.com

• Martina the Cockroach Puppet Show - Lexington Public Library, 10:30am, Free. The Library Puppeteers present this familiar folktale of true love and cockroaches. Reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

• Wet & Wild Wednesdays - Location TBA, 12pm - 3pm, Free.  Join us every Wednesday from June 4 through August 6, at one of the Parks & Recs swimming pools for Wet & Wild Wednesdays. There will be a special theme each week, prizes, contests and a wide-variety of pool games. All activities are free with your regular pool admission. 859-288-2973.

July 3
Thursday

• Bluegrass 10,000 Expo - Lexington Center, 5pm - 9pm Open to the public, this event includes race history, entertainment, an opportunity to purchase the latest running gear, race packet pick-up and most importantly - last chance registration. www.lfucg.com/fourth_of_july/expo.asp.

• Caribbean Blues - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5. Caribbean Blues is a touch of the Islands in Central Kentucky. If you have the Caribbean Blues and want a little island in your life, mon, this band will help you hear the ocean and taste the salt air. Inspired by Jimmy Buffet, Harry Belafonte, and Bob Marley. Reservations recommended. 859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

• Central Bank Thursday Night Live featuring The Swells - Cheapside Park, 5pm - 7:30pm, Free.  Join us each Thursday for the Kentucky Blood Center's Summer in the City concert in the park series, Central Bank Thursday Night Live.  Thursday Night Live concerts are picnic-style, family-friendly & pet-friendly events free to the public. Bring your own beach chair or blanket and enjoy the summer sounds of the best bands in Lexington!  Food from local restaurants and beer, wine, soda and water are all available for purchase.  Brought to you by the Downtown Lexington Corporation.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_tnl.asp

• 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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• The Lexington Legends vs. Lakewood - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Thirsty Thursday, A.D.I. Fireworks Night. 859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

• Library Ant-ics, Actors Needed! An Afternoon of Readers' Theater -  CentralPublic Library, 2pm, Free. Enjoy creating, acting, and great stories? Join us each Thursday for wonderful tales, fun games, great art, and more. Ages 7-up, reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

• Patriotic Music Concert - Transylvania University, 8pm, Free. The Transylvania University campus is the perfect backdrop for our annual traditional patriotic concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic basket filled with goodies and sit back and enjoy the show. And what a show it will be! The Lexington Philharmonic and the Lexington Singers present a truly inspiring event that will fill you with patriotic pride! www.lfucg.com/fourth_of_july/patriotic.asp

July 4

Friday

• 4th of July Festivities - Downtown Lexington, 7:30a - 10pm. Events include the Bluegrass 10,000 race, entertainment, arts & craft and food vendors, kids activities, waiter's race, parade, concert and fireworks. For a detailed schedule visit www.lfucg.com/fourth_of_july/festival.asp.

• CKYO Jazz Orchestra Concert - Radisson Plaza, 11am - 12:15pm, Free.   Come and experience the best new jazz orchestra in the Bluegrass. 859-254-0796 or www.ckyo.org

• Henry’s Hotcakes at Ashland! - Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate, 8am - 10am, $5. Visit the Henry Clay Estate during the Bluegrass 10,000 for a pancake breakfast including pancakes, coffee and juice. 859-266-8581 or www.henryclay.org

• 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. Lakewood - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  A.D.I. 4th of July Fireworks Night.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

• Red, White and Boom Concert & Fireworks Show - Rupp Arena’s Cox Street parking Lot, $5 - $19.98.  2:30pm: Adam Gregory, 3:35pm: Sara Johns, 4:30pm: Tracy Lawrence, 5:50pm: Julianne Hough, 6:45pm: Bucky Covington, 7:40pm: Billy Currington, 9pm: John Michael Montgomery, 10:05pm: Fireworks.  859-233-3535 or www.rupparena.com 

• Robbie Bartlett - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

July 5
Saturday

• Artist's Market - Phoenix Park, 8am - 2pm, Free.  Downtown Lexington's only weekly art market featuring local artists and handmade art and craft products.  Open enrollment provides a different combination of artists each week, so stop by often for new and different products.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_artistmarket.asp

• Belly Dancing Workshop with Mira Betz: Isolations and Layering - Mecca Dance, 12:30pm - 3pm, $50 by June 30, $60 after, or all three classes for $130. Class 1 of 3. Mira will begin with a thorough breakdown of basic isolations and will gradually increase into multiple layering designed to bewilder the brain and electrify the body. All levels welcome to the party! 859-254-9790 or www.meccadance.com

• Contra Dance - ArtsPlace, 8pm - 11pm with a beginner lesson at 7:30pm, $7 Adults, $5 Students & First-Timers. Contra Dance with caller Cary Ravitz and band Old Paris Elkhorn.  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/

• 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 until sold out (around 4p).  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking available in the Premier Parking lot (accessed from Main St. or S. Limestone) 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. Lakewood - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

• Robbie Bartlett - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

• Stargazing - Raven Run, 9:30pm, Free. Planets, stars, nebula, moons, constellations, and the Milky Way are just a few of the things you will discover in the night sky. This program begins with a short slide presentation on various astronomical topics and ends with viewing the night sky through telescopes with members of the club to help out. 859-272-6105 or www.lfucg.com/parks/raven.asp

• Street Scene - Downtown Lexington, 8pm - 10pm.  Local artists and entertainers provide street entertainment around Downtown Lexington every Saturday in June, July & August.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com

• Woodland Jubilee - Woodland Park, 5pm -10pm, Free. Bands scheduled to perform this year include Bluegrass Collective Dawg and Hog Operation. Bring a lawn chair of blanket for seating and pack a picnic dinner or purchase concessions which will be available onsite. In case of rain, this event will take place from 4-9pm on Sunday, July 6. 859-288-2925

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July 6
Sunday

• Belly Dancing Workshop with Liz Strong: Turkish Roman Fusion - Mecca Dance, 12:30pm - 2:30pm, $50 by June 30, $60 after or all three classes for $130. Class 2 of 3. Dance the pure form to traditional music in 9/8 time signature, then use non-traditional music to create a scintillating, original fusion choreography, drawing on the technique and knowledge of the folkloric form. Please bring a notebook, and wear yoga pants, a simple hip sash and a comfortable top. 859-254-9790 or www.meccadance.com

• Belly Dancing Workshop with Zoe Jakesg: Unleashing the Inner Spaz - Mecca Dance, 3pm - 5:30pm, $50 by June 30, $60 after or all three classes for $130. Class 3 of 3. Fancy kicks, tight spins and those elusive concepts to take pops and locks to the next level by mixing the liquid smoothness of a snake with hits and stops that look almost inhuman. This workshop will focus on ways to perform with passionate expression while maintaining control and grace. 859-254-9790 or www.meccadance.com

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Southland Drive Near Sloan's, 11am - 3pm.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Little Explorers Nature Walk - Raven Run, 1pm, Free. Bring your children ages 3-7, to Raven Run for our children’s program. Activities include a short nature, hike and art project with all supplies provided. This program will be offered monthly throughout the summer and will have a different theme, so feel free to attend as many programs as you like. 859-272-6105 or www.lfucg.com/parks/raven.asp

• Soccer Basics for Kids - The Explorium, 2pm - 4pm, Free with Admission.  Join the Explorium staff to learn some basic soccer skills.  Ages 5+.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

July 7
Monday

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Samaritan Hospital, 310 S. Limestone St., 11am - 4pm. 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

July 8
Tuesday

• Big Band & Jazz - Ecton Park, 7pm - 8:30pm, Free. Grab your lawn chair and blanket, pack a picnic dinner and join us at Ecton Park for one of Lexington’s longest running and most beloved events—Big Band & Jazz. Held from 7—8:30 pm, every Tuesday from May 20 through August 26, this free concert series will feature Big Band or jazz music. Performing tonight: Jay Flippin (Bands are subject to change). 859-288-2925

• Instrument Petting Zoo   Central Public Library, 10am, Free. Members of the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra will let children discover the thrill of playing real musical instruments. Ages 5-12, reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Paragon Summer Cabaret - Natasha’s Bistro, 8pm, $7. Journey with us as we celebrate with Broadway’s treasures from such shows as Chicago, Hello Dolly, A Chorus Line, Grease, Pippin and more! Reservations 859-259-2754, www.beetnik.com or www.paragonmusictheartre.org

July 9
Wednesday

• Art @ Noon Lecture - UK Art Museum, 12pm, Free. Art Museum intern David Bazner will discuss Picasso to Warhol: Modern and Contemporary Prints from the Collection. 859-257-6218 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Greater Lexington Paralegal Association, 333 W. Vine St. Suite 1100, 10am - 2pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534

• Lost Horizon (1937) - The KY Theatre, 1:30pm & 7:15pm, $3. Hollywood's Brightest Stars: A Summer series of classic Hollywood movies shown every Wednesday in June, July and August at the historic Kentucky Theatre located in Downtown Lexington on Main Street. Tickets can be purchased in advance beginning the Sunday before each film plays, on Monday and Tuesday evenings or after 12 Noon on the Wednesday of each show.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com.

• 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.beetnik.com

• Wet & Wild Wednesdays - Location TBA, 12pm - 3pm, Free.  Join us every Wednesday from June 4 through August 6, at one of the Parks & Recs swimming pools for Wet & Wild Wednesdays. There will be a special theme each week, prizes, contests and a wide-variety of pool games. All activities are free with your regular pool admission. 859-288-2973.

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

July 10
Thursday

• Central Bank Thursday Night Live featuring Kenny Owens - Cheapside Park, 5pm - 7:30pm, Free.  Join us each Thursday for the Kentucky Blood Center's Summer in the City concert in the park series, Central Bank Thursday Night Live.  Thursday Night Live concerts are picnic-style, family-friendly & pet-friendly events free to the public. Bring your own beach chair or blanket and enjoy the summer sounds of the best bands in Lexington!  Food from local restaurants and beer, wine, soda and water are all available for purchase.  Brought to you by the Downtown Lexington Corporation.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_tnl.asp

• Great Shoes - Natasha’s Bistro, 9pm, $3. Something for everyone. Reservations recommended. 859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Library Ant-ics, Backyard Critters: Stories and Fun – Central Public Library, 2pm, Free. Enjoy creating, acting, and great stories? Join us each Thursday for wonderful tales, fun games, great art, and more. Ages 7-up, reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

July 11
Friday

• Bluegrass State Games: Tennis - UK Tennis Courts/Shillito Park/Lexmark/Woodland Park, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Contra Dance - Arts Place, 8pm – 11pm, $6 Adults, $4 First-Timers & Students.  Contra Dance with caller Darlene Underwood and band Chicory.  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/

• Ellery - Natasha’s Bistro, 9pm, $6. These performers showcase musical and lyrical craftsmanship that only the BEST artist can create. Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.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 Rudies & Better Off Dead - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

• WWE Live presents Summerslam Tour - Rupp Arena, 7:30pm, $21.50-$71.50 Don’t miss World Wrestling Entertainment’s annual summer bash held here in Lexington. This is one of the “Big Four” pay-per-view televised events and has been called “the Biggest Party of the Summer.” 859-253- 3535 or http://www.rupparena.com

July 12

Saturday

• ARTalk with Phillip Jones - LAL @ Loudon House, 209 Castlewood Drive, 7pm – 8pm, Free. It is a discussion about the Lexington, KY artists’ evolution and his current large-scale works as seen in Wall-to-Wall.  859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.com

• Artist's Market - Phoenix Park, 8am - 2pm, Free.  Downtown Lexington's only weekly art market featuring local artists and handmade art and craft products.  Open enrollment provides a different combination of artists each week, so stop by often for new and different products.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_artistmarket.asp

• Billy Blues - Natasha’s Bistro, 9pm, $7. The band will feature a set of 60s Classic Rock covers as well as original selections. Reservations recommended. 859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

• Bluegrass State Games: Softball - Divisions 18 & Under FP Girls, 16 & Under FP Girls, 14 & Under FP Girls, 12 & Under FP Girls, 10 & Under FP Girls, 8 & Under CP FP Girls, Various parks, Lexington & Nicholasville. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Tennis - UK Tennis Courts/Shillito Park/Lexmark/Woodland Park, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Butterflies and Dragonflies - Raven Run, 2pm, Free. Join us as we search the forests meadows for beautiful dragonflies and butterflies. Learn how to identify many common species “on the wing” and hear about insect folklore. The walk will last approximately one and one-half hours and cover one mile of trial. 859-272-6105 or www.lfucg.com/parks/raven.asp 

• 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 until sold out (around 4p).  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking available in the Premier Parking lot (accessed from Main St. or S. Limestone) or in the entire 5/3rd parking garage (accessed from Main St. or Vine St.).  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Lexington Horsemen vs. Green Bay Blizzard - Rupp Arena, 7:30pm.  859-233-3535 or www.rupparena.com

• LexJam! - Annette's City Cafe, 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

• LexJam II: Unplugged - Lexington Center, 1pm - 5pm, Free. Check out these monthly jam sessions geared towards local acoustic Bluegrass, Folk, Americana, and Country musicians, hosted by Rennie Neubecker. Open to all performers and enthusiasts! www.lexjam.com

• Paws to Read - Central Public Library, 12pm-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. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

• The Rocky Horror Picture Show – The Historic Kentucky Theatre, 12am midnight, $6.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• The Rudies & Better Off Dead - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

• Street Scene - Downtown Lexington, 8pm - 10pm.  Local artists and entertainers provide street entertainment around Downtown Lexington every Saturday in June, July & August.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com

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July 13
Sunday

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - First United Methodist Church, 200 W. High Street, 8:30am - 1pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534

• Bluegrass State Games: Softball - Divisions 18 & Under FP Girls, 16 & Under FP Girls, 14 & Under FP Girls, 12 & Under FP Girls, 10 & Under FP Girls, 8 & Under CP FP Girls, Various parks, Lexington & Nicholasville. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Tennis - UK Tennis Courts/Shillito Park/Lexmark/Woodland Park, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Southland Drive Near Sloan's, 11am - 3pm.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Puzzle Fun - The Explorium, 2pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Join Explorium staff for a fun puzzle craft and make your own puzzle to take home.  Ages 3+.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.com

• Weavings, Photographs and Broadsides by Dobree Adams Exhibit Reception - Singletary Center for the Arts, President's Room Gallery, 5:30pm - 7:30pm, Free. Reception for the Artist with music by The Reel World String Band.  859-257-5030 or www.uky.edu/scfa

July 14
Monday

• Mongol (R) - The Kentucky Theatre, 4:30pm & 7:25pm & 9:40pm, $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50-general admission, $5-children 12 & under, $5-seniors 60 & over. 2007 - The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan who was a slave before going on to conquer half the world including Russia in 1206. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• Priceless (PG-13) - The Kentucky Theatre, 9:40pm, $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50 General Admission, $5 children 12 & under, $5 seniors 60 & over. 2008 - A womanizing jewel thief tries to reform his ways by reuniting with his former girlfriend-turned-single mother while running from vicious mobsters. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com 

July 15
Tuesday

• Ashland 3rd Tuesday Tour: The Architecture of Ashland - Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate, 7pm, $10. These specialized tours are highly recommended for local citizens interested in hearing fascinating and true stories connected to Ashland. Space is limited and reservations are strongly recommended. 859-266-8581, Ext. 10 or www.henryclay.org 

• Big Band & Jazz - Ecton Park, 7pm - 8:30pm, Free. Grab your lawn chair and blanket, pack a picnic dinner and join us at Ecton Park for one of Lexington’s longest running and most beloved events—Big Band & Jazz. Held from 7—8:30 pm, every Tuesday from May 20 through August 26, this free concert series will feature Big Band or jazz music. Performing tonight: Dan Brock and Friends (Bands are subject to change). 859-288-2925

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - American Founders Bank Inc., 318 E Main St., 8am - 12pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Mongol (R) - The Kentucky Theatre, 4:30pm & 7:25pm & 9:40pm, $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50-general admission, $5-children 12 & under, $5-seniors 60 & over. 2007 - The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan who was a slave before going on to conquer half the world including Russia in 1206. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• Priceless (PG-13) - The Kentucky Theatre, 5:20pm & 7:30pm & 9:40pm, $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50 General Admission, $5 children 12 & under, $5 seniors 60 & over. 2008 - A womanizing jewel thief tries to reform his ways by reuniting with his former girlfriend-turned-single mother while running from vicious mobsters. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• Stone Carving for Kids - Central Public Library, 10am, Free. Back by popular demand, this hands-on program teaches children how to create beautiful stone sculpture. Ages 6-up, reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

July 16
Wednesday

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - UK Ralph G. Anderson Building, 220 Center for Manufacturing Rm.108, 11am - 4pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534

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

• Mongol (R) - The Kentucky Theatre, 4:30pm & 7:25pm & 9:40pm. $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50-general admission, $5-children 12 & under, $5-seniors 60 & over. 2007 - The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan who was a slave before going on to conquer half the world including Russia in 1206. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• Spartacus (1960) - The KY Theatre, 1:30pm & 7:15pm, $3. The slave Spartacus leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman empire.  Hollywood's Brightest Stars: A Summer series of classic Hollywood movies shown every Wednesday in June, July and August at the historic Kentucky Theatre located in Downtown Lexington on Main Street. Tickets can be purchased in advance beginning the Sunday before each film plays, on Monday and Tuesday evenings or after 12 Noon on the Wednesday of each show.  859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com.

• Wet & Wild Wednesdays - Location TBA, 12pm - 3pm, Free.  Join us every Wednesday from June 4 through August 6, at one of the Parks & Recs swimming pools for Wet & Wild Wednesdays. There will be a special theme each week, prizes, contests and a wide-variety of pool games. All activities are free with your regular pool admission. 859-288-2973.

July 17
Thursday

• Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - KET, 600 Cooper Drive, 12:30pm - 3:30pm.  UK Medical Center, 800 Rose St., 8am - 5pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

• Central Bank Thursday Night Live featuring The Chris Campbell Band - Cheapside Park, 5pm - 7:30pm, Free.  Join us each Thursday for the Kentucky Blood Center's Summer in the City concert in the park series, Central Bank Thursday Night Live.  Thursday Night Live concerts are picnic-style, family-friendly & pet-friendly events free to the public. Bring your own beach chair or blanket and enjoy the summer sounds of the best bands in Lexington!  Food from local restaurants and beer, wine, soda and water are all available for purchase.  Brought to you by the Downtown Lexington Corporation.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_tnl.asp

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

• The Fall Vegetable Garden: A Second Harvest - The Arboretum's Demonstration Vegetable Garden, 6:30pm - 8pm, $10.  Learn about traditional fall crops and succession planting to maximize your harvest.  Discover the benefits of cover crops to improve soil and reduce weed problems.  Participants will receive seeds and publications with KY planting dates.  Presented by the Fayette County Extension Office.  859-257-5582 or http://ces.ca.uky.edu/fayette/events/

• 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

• Lexington Farmers' Market - Downtown Lexington, Corner of South Broadway & Maxwell, 7am until sold out.  Shop fresh food from local farmers.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

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

• Mongol (R) - The Kentucky Theatre, 4:30pm & 7:25pm & 9:40pm. $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50-general admission, $5-children 12 & under, $5-seniors 60 & over. 2007 - The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan who was a slave before going on to conquer half the world including Russia in 1206. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

• Miss Kentucky Pageant: Preliminaries - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 7pm, $25. 859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

• Priceless (PG-13) - The Kentucky Theatre, 5:20pm & 7:30pm & 9:40pm, $4.50 before 6pm. $6.50 General Admission, $5 children 12 & under, $5 seniors 60 & over. 2008 - A womanizing jewel thief tries to reform his ways by reuniting with his former girlfriend-turned-single mother while running from vicious mobsters. 859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheatre.com

July 18
Friday

• Better Off Dead - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

• Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Department of Highway, 763 West New Circle Road., 7:30am - 12pm.  UK Medical Center, 800 Rose St., 8am – 5pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534

• Bluegrass State Games:  Celebration of Athletes - Applebee's Park, 3:30pm - 6:30pm, Free.  Athlete Check-in and T-shirt pickup, health fair presented by UK Healthcare.  Torch Run and lighting of the cauldron immediately after the conclusion of the baseball game followed by a fireworks extravaganza presented by ADI.  1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org

• Bluegrass State Games: Racquetball - UK Seaton Center, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• 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. Rome - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Fireworks Night, Bluegrass State Games, Flyaway Friday.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

• Miss Kentucky Pageant: Preliminaries - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 7pm, $25. 859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

• Robert Plant and Alison Krauss - Rupp Arena, 8pm, $46.50-$66.50 This unique musical pairing is a once in a lifetime experience, and they are coming to Lexington. Do not miss out! 859-233-3535 or http://www.rupparena.com

• WTVQ Health Fitness Expo - Lexington Center, Heritage Hall West, 10a - 6p, Free. 859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

July 19
Saturday

• Artist's Market - Phoenix Park, 8am - 2pm, Free.  Downtown Lexington's only weekly art market featuring local artists and handmade art and craft products.  Open enrollment provides a different combination of artists each week, so stop by often for new and different products.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com/events_artistmarket.asp

• Better Off Dead - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Starbucks, 808 East High St., 8am-1pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

• Bluegrass State Games: Archery - Mercer Co. Fish & Game Farm, Harrodsburg. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Chess - Family Adventure Center, Louisville. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Cornhole - Woodland Park, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Disc Golf - Lake Mingo Park & Riney-B Park, Nicholasville. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Lacrosse - UK Club fields, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Martial Arts - Farnham Dudgeon Civic Center, Frankfort. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Miracle Baseball League - Shillito Park, Lexington . 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Racquetball - UK Seaton Center, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Shooting - Anderson Co. Sportsmen's League, Lawrenceburg and Bluegrass Sportsmen's League, Wilmore. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Soccer - Division U8, Versailles Soccer Complex, Versailles and Division U10-U14, Versailles Soccer Complex/Masterson Station Park, Lexington . 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Softball - Divisions Men C, Men D & Men E, Various parks, Lexington and Division Women C/D, Lake Reba, Richmond. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Swimming - Shillito Pool, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Teeball - Shillito Park, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Track & Field - UK Shively Track, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: 5K Road Race - UK Commonwealth Stadium, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Curious About Caterpillars - Central Public Library, 1pm-2pm, Free. Read books about caterpillars and make an especially "buggy" craft. Reservations required. 859-231-5520 or www.lexpublib.org/central

• Kentucky River Celebration - The Explorium, 10am - 2pm, Free with Admission.  Learn about Kentucky's native plants and animals with local experts and create some unique crafts that reflect the proud heritage of the Bluegrass Region. All Ages.  859-258-3253 or www.explorium.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 - Vine Street between Mill and Limestone, 7am until sold out (around 4p).  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking available in the Premier Parking lot (accessed from Main St. or S. Limestone) or in the entire 5/3rd parking garage (accessed from Main St. or Vine St.).  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com

• Lexington Horsemen vs. Iowa Barnstormers - Rupp Arena, 7:30pm.  859-233-3535 or www.rupparena.com

• The Lexington Legends vs. Rome - Applebee's Park, 7:05pm, $3 - $16.  Horse Appreciation Night, A.D.I. Fireworks Night.  859-422-RUNS (7867) or www.lexingtonlegends.com

• Miss Kentucky Pageant: Finals - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 7:30pm, $40. 859-257-4929 or www.uky.edu/SCFA

• Street Scene - Downtown Lexington, 8pm - 10pm.  Local artists and entertainers provide street entertainment around Downtown Lexington every Saturday in June, July & August.  859-425-2590 or www.downtownlex.com

• 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.luv2swingdance.com

• WTVQ Health Fitness Expo - Lexington Center, Heritage Hall West, 10a - 6p, Free. 859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

• Grand Opening Open House - Downtown Design Studio, 11am - 5pm, Free. 859-293-4099 or 859-259-2300.
   

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July 20
Sunday

• Argentine Tango Class & Practice - Franklin Cottrell Downtown Dance Center. Beginner Argentine Tango Class 5pm - 6pm, Argentine Tango Practice 6pm - 8pm. Whether you are a beginner or have been dancing for years, our professionally trained instructors will work with you to help achieve your dancing goals. 859-266-3966 or www.franklincottrell.com 

• Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - Central Baptist Church, 110 Wilson Downing Rd., 3pm-7pm. Second Presbyterian Church, 460 E. Main St., 8:30am-12:30pm. To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

• Bluegrass State Games: Archery - Mercer Co. Fish & Game Farm, Harrodsburg. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Lacrosse - UK Club fields, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Miracle Baseball League - Shillito Park, Lexington . 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Mountain Bike Race - Capital View Park, Frankfort. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Racquetball - UK Seaton Center, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Shooting - Anderson Co. Sportsmen's League, Lawrenceburg and Bluegrass Sportsmen's League, Wilmore. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Soccer - Division U8, Versailles Soccer Complex, Versailles and Division U10-U14, Versailles Soccer Complex/Masterson Station Park, Lexington . 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Softball - Divisions Men C, Men D & Men E, Various parks, Lexington and Division Women C/D, Lake Reba, Richmond. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Swimming - Shillito Pool, Lexington. 1-800-722-2474, 859-255-0336 or www.bgsg.org.

• Bluegrass State Games: Table