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March 2008 Calendar of Events

 

 

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Exhibits 

  • 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

  • Art in Bloom 2008 - UK Art Museum, Feb 29 thru Mar 2, Free During Regular Museum Hours.  Over 40 floral artists will interpret works of art in the museum's permanent collection and the special exhibition, Miniature Worlds: Art from India.  859-257-6218 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • …as if a forest - Lexington Art League at the Downtown Arts Center, Jan 19 Thru Mar 22, Gallery Hours: Mon - Fri, 10am - 5pm; Sat, 10am - 4pm.  Dima Strakovsky presents a sound installation that investigates sound, language and means of communication.  859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.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

  • 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

  • EKU Faculty Show - Artist's Attic in Victorian Square, Feb 5 thru Mar 30, Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm.  This exhibit promises to widen one’s perception of two and three dimensional art and teach us the dimensions of a successful university’s art department.  Featured artists:  Don Dewey, David Mohallatee, Karen Spears, Ben Bridges, Esther Randall and Darryl Halbrook.  859-254-5501 or www.artists-attic.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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Judith Joy Ross Exhibition - UK Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts, Jan 11 - Mar 9, Free.  A portrait photographer who brings the same spirit of inquiry and lack of judgment to her photographs of school children, members of Congress, protestors for the Iraq war and National Guard soldiers. 859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum 

  • 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

  • Looking Deeply into Tea - Central Public Library, Mar 1 thru Apr 6, Mon - Thu 9a - 9p, Fri -Sat 9a - 5pm, Sun 1p - 5p, Free.  An exhibit of photographs from the tea-producing regions of Asia.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org/central

  • Miniature Worlds: Art From India - UK Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts, Feb 10 - 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 

  • Old Master Works on Paper - UK Art Museum, Dec 1, 2007 to Mar 9, 2008, Free.  Tue - Sun 12pm - 5pm, Fri 12pm - 8pm.  "Old Masters" is a term that is used to describe artists of considerable talent, usually the premier artist in a workshop or guild, working up until about 1800. A selection of these master artists on display  includes Rembrandt, Albrecht Dürer, Guido Reni, Francisco Goya, and Canaletto.  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 Meislas 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 

  • Trainers of the Bluegrass - The Lexington History Museum in the Old Courthouse, April 2007 thru March 2008, Sat 10am - 4pm, Fri/Sun/Mon 12pm - 4pm, Free.  Featuring famous race horse trainers either from the Bluegrass or whose careers have been made with significant success in the region.  859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • 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

  • 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

 

CHILDREN'S THEATRE

  • Acting from a Script - Lexington Children's Theatre, Mondays, Mar 10 thru Apr 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, $100.  Ages 8 -12.  Students learn how to approach a character by analyzing dialogue and the script. Students will perform their scenes on the last day of class with costumes and suggested set pieces.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • The Actor's Instrument - Lexington Children's Theatre,  Thursdays, Mar 13 - Apr 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, $100.  Ages 8 - 12.  Actors must learn to manipulate their body and voice to convey emotion, strength and beauty. This class will work to develop the actor's body and voice in order to create dynamic and versatile characters.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Create-A-Play: Harry Potter - Lexington Children's Theatre, Saturdays, Mar 15 thru Apr 26, 10:30am - 12pm, $100.  Ages 8 - 12.  Bring Harry Potter and his charmed friends to life by exploring characters and creating scenes from J.K. Rowling's books. Research characters and situations using movement, vocalization and imagination.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Exploring Shakespeare - Lexington Children's Theatre,  Thursdays, Mar 10 - Apr 21, 4:30pm - 6pm, $100.  Ages 11 - 16.  Unlock the beauty and excitement of Shakespeare. Explore the prose and poetry of the world's greatest playwright while gaining an understanding and passion for great work of literature.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • First Stage Players - Lexington Children's Theatre, Monday, March 31 thru Friday, April 4, 9am - 12pm, $125.   Ages 4 - 7.  Using tools such as acting, art, music and dance, students explore a story through the theatrical elements of drama.  Where the Wild Things Are:  Max visits the monsters and then becomes their king!   859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • In a Land Far Away . . . - Lexington Children's Theatre, Saturdays:, Mar 15 thru Apr 24, 9am - 10:15am, $95.  Ages 6 - 8.  Students take a story or tale they know and create a play complete with dialogue, costumes and scenery. Come and bring your talents to life.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Musical Theatre Revue - Lexington Children's Theatre,  Thursdays, Mar 13 - Apr 24, 10:3oam - 12pm, $100.  Ages 11 - 16.  This class is for students who wish to develop their musical performance skills. Focusing on dances, songs and scenes performed in musicals.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Performance Workshops - Lexington Children's Theatre, Monday, March 31 thru Friday, April 4, 9am - 4pm, $185.   Ages 8 - 16.  Using tools such as acting, art, music and dance, students explore a story through the theatrical elements of drama.  Junie B. Jones (ages 8-13):  Junie B. Jones get in trouble for shooting off her big fat mouth when she can't decide what to do for career day.  Jungle Book (ages 9-16):  Mowgli learns that the ways of the jungle and the ways of humans are not the same.      859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Theatre Explorers - Lexington Children's Theatre, Mondays, Mar 10 thru Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm or Saturdays, Mar 15 - Apr 26, 9am - 10am, $90.  Ages 4 - 6.  This is a wonderful class for young children with active imaginations and lots of creative energy.  Students utilize theatrical elements to enact favorite and classic stories.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Quests and Heroes - Lexington Children's Theatre, Mondays, Mar 10 thru Apr 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, $95.  Ages 6 - 8.  Students use their bodies, voices and minds to go on a quest of the utmost urgency. Music, art, costumes and props will develop our imaginary world of danger and intrigue.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Wild Moves - Lexington Children's Theatre, Thursdays, Mar 13 thru Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:45pm.  $95.  Ages 6 - 8.  Come and journey into the world of theatrical movement. This class explores various movement styles and develops technical and improvisational movement skills. Students will learn how to use movement to develop wonderful animal characters and stories of their own.  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

OTHER

  • Funny Feelings: Comics as Autobiography with Kenn Minter - Lexington Art League, Sundays, Mar 30 thru May 4, 1:30pm - 3:30pm. $150 LAL Members, $175 Potential LAL Members .  This six-week course will focus on the art of comics as autobiography.  Participants will develop their own storyline and imagery depicting personal stories both moving and amusing, through the lens of humor.  Prior drawing experience is required. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • Kenwick Spring Break Camp - Kenwick Community Center, March 31 thru April 4, 8am - 4pm. The cost is $25 per person or $10 for those who qualify for free and/or reduced lunch.  Open to youth ages 5 - 12, the Kenwick Spring Break Camp will feature athletic activities, games, educational programs as well as field trips.  Registration forms are available at all community centers. Those interested in attending must register by Friday, March 28. 859-266-6405 or www.lfucg.com/parks/community_kenwick.asp

  • Know Fear:  Art Therapy workshop with Dr. Eileen Estes - Lexington Art League, Saturdays, March 22 thru April 19, 1:30pm - 3:30 pm.  $150 LAL Members, $175 - Potential Members.  In this five week art therapy workshop series participants will learn to identify their fear, discern real threats from imaginary ones, understand the usefulness of fear, and harness this emotion for utilization in effective decision-making, b y creating multiple hands-on art projects and using pre-existing artwork for inspiration. 859-254-7024 or www.lexingtonartleague.org

  • Spring Break Art & Science Classes for K – 8th Grade Students - Living Arts & Science Center, March 31 thru April 4, 8am - 5:30pm.  Students may take one class, a few classes or bring their lunch and stay the whole day! Each week-long class ranges in price from $25 to $90 per student.  Classes are taught by professional artists and arts educators. Some scholarships are available. Classes include opportunities to explore under the sea and create marine life artwork, create neighborhoods of clay, build remote controlled robots, and lots more unique and one-of-a-kind opportunities in the arts and sciences. 859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • Spring 08 Classes - The Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning. Registration for Spring Classes begins on March 24.  In addition to the perennial favorites (writing, computer literacy, foreign language, youth & family events),  we’ll be offering a host of all-new classes and events for people at all levels of learning.  859-254-4175, or www.carnegieliteracy.org

  • Swing/Lindy Hop Dance Beginner Lessons by the UK Hepkats Club - Tates Creek Rec Center Ballroom, Mar 17 thru Apr 21, 8:15pm - 9pm, $25 Students, $40 Non-Students.  6-Week course is for those new or relatively new to swing dancing, especially the 1930's and 40's style of swing dancing.  Registration required.  859-323-3633 or www.uky.edu/StudentOrgs/HKSDC/

  • Swing/Lindy Hop Intermediate Dance Lessons by the UK Hepkats Club - Tates Creek Rec Center Ballroom, Mar 17 thru Apr 21, 9pm - 9:45pm, $25 Students, $40 Non- Students.  6-Week course builds on basics with footwork variations, Lindy Charleston patterns, and some "shine" moves for the follower and leader.  Beginning series required prerequisite.   Registration required.  859-323-3633 or www.uky.edu/StudentOrgs/HKSDC/

  • 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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March 1
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.  859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • Contra Dance - ArtsPlace, 8pm - 11pm with a beginner lesson at 7:30pm, $7 Adults, $5 Students & First-Timers.  Contra Dance with caller Keith Cornett Eustis and live music by Full Moon Country Dance Orchestra.  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/

  • for colored girls who have considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf Presented by the UK Theatre Department - UK Guignol Theatre, 2pm, $5 - $15.  859-257-4929 or  www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Hansel & Gretel Presented by UK Opera Theatre - Lexington Opera House, 7:30pm.  $10 - $34.   Humperdinck's fairy tale opera based on the beloved story by the Brothers Grimm. Lost in the woods, Hansel and Gretel come upon the house of a witch who bakes children into gingerbread! 859-257-4929, 859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.com

  • History of McConnell Springs - McConnell Springs Park, 10am, Free.  McConnell Springs was settled in 1775 by William McConnell and is heralded as the site where Lexington was named. Join the staff of McConnell Springs for a trip through time to explore the rich history of this nature park.  859-225-4073 or www.mcconnellsprings.org

  • Horseman's Day: American Farrier's Association 2008 Convention - Lexington Center, 8am - 2pm, Adults $20 ($10 with coupon), Free for Children 12 & Under.  Events include demonstrations, lectures and tradeshow.  View event flyer for full agenda.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Johnny Roy & the Rubtones - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.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.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com, or 859-252-7575.

  • Noises Off - Transylvania University Lucille C. Little Theater, 7:30 p.m., $10.  859-233-8120 or www.transy.edu

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Butler (DH) - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 12pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

 

 

March 2
Sunday

  • A Soldier's Play Presented by the UK Theatre Department - UK Guignol Theatre, 2pm, $5 - $15  859-257-4929 or  www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 2pm, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street,  8am - 12pm.  Second Presbyterian Church, 460 E. Main St., 8:30am - 12:45pm.  Word of Hope Lutheran Church, 1870 Armstrong Mill Rd, 8:45am - 12:15pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore? - Central Public Library Theatre, 2pm & 4:30pm, Free.  Part of the One World Film Festival 2008.  The documentary tells the story of Jeff Smith, a young money-poor but energetic unknown who runs for the congressional seat vacated by a retiring congressman in Missouri's 2004 Democratic primary.  859-231-5530 or www.oneworldfilmfestival.org

  • Free Spring Craft for Kids - The Explorium, 2pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Make your own Lion or Lamb puppets.  All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.exporium.com

  • Music For Fun - Transylvania University Carrick Theater Theater, 7:30pm, Free.  859-233-8120 or www.transy.edu

  • Susan Chan Guest Piano Recital - Transylvania University Carrick Theater Theater, 3pm, Free.  859-233-8120 or www.transy.edu

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

  • UK Women's Basketball Game vs. South Carolina - Rupp Arena, 1pm.  www.UKAthletics.com or www.rupparena.com

 

 

March 3
Monday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Brain Power Class - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 5:30pm - 7pm, $5.  Do games and activities to cross-train your brain.  Learn about Kakuro, Blink, Set, logic matrix puzzles, Boggle and Tangram and learn how to increase your memory.  859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org

  • 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

  • Teen Poetry Reading - Central Public Library, 7pm - 8:30pm, Free.  Share an original poem, or one of your favorites written by another poet. We will announce the winners of our teen poetry contest. Ask at the Central Young People's desk for further details. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

 

 

March 4

Tuesday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - ACS, 1733 Harrodsburg Rd, 8:30am - 11:30pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Brown Bag Lecture:  “Historic Clothing, Preservation and Storage” - the Hunt-Morgan House, 12pm, Free.  The Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation is presenting the Brown Bag Lecture given by Dr. Diane Leggett from Eastern Kentucky University. 859.253.0362 or www.bluegrasstrust.org 

  • Business Persons Lunch - Calvary Baptist Church, 11:45 a.m., Free (Lunch is al a carte).  As part of the Lenten Series - Rev. Lee Bowman of 1st Presbyterian Church will speak on "I Am the Bread." 859-254-3497 or  www.calvarybaptistchurch.com  (click on News & Events)

  • Leigh Ann Yost - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  From Louisville KY Leigh Ann’s songs can't escape her existence: loves gained, loves lost, lives lived and roads crossed. Each song is its own, her less-is-more approach to song writing results in the perfect marriage between melodies, catchy hooks, and memorable lyrics.   859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com

  • “Liberal Education and America’s Promise,” Lecture -  Transylvania University Carrick Theater, 7:30pm, Free.  Lecture by Carol Geary Schneider, president of the American Association of Colleges and Universities.  859-233-8120 or www.transy.edu

  • Miss Navaho - Central Public Library Theatre, 7:30pm, Free.  Part of the One World Film Festival 2008.  The film documents the young women who compete for the Miss Navajo Nation title. The film reveals the surprising contribution that can be made by a beauty pageant.  859-231-5530 or www.oneworldfilmfestival.org

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

  • United Way of the Bluegrass Campaign Recognition Luncheon - Keeneland Entertainment Center, 11:30am - 1pm, $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight.  Join United Way for lunch to recognize and thank the many donors and corporations who are building a stronger Central Kentucky. To reserve your seat, call 859-233-4460.

 

 

March 5
Wednesday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • 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

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Evansville - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 4pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

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

  • Writing Practice - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, Wednesdays, 12pm - 1:30pm, Free.  An ongoing writing practice designed to capture the stories we tell while we are driving the car or washing the dishes but forget when we sit down to write.  Recommended reading:  Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg.  Drop-ins OK.   859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org

 

 

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March 6
Thursday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Camerata Nordica Presented by the 2007/08 Corner on Classics Series - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 7:30pm, $22 - $32.  This crisp, bright, expressive group, noted for its extraordinary musicianship and unity of voice, is led on the US tours by violin virtuoso Terje Tonnenson. As one of Sweden's leading chamber orchestras, its distinctive profile is as an orchestra without a conductor: a camerata. The artistic unity is created collectively on the basis of mutual sensitivity and deeply felt musical intentions.  859-257-4929 or  www.uky.edu/SCFA

  • Germ Busters: Become a Health Detective! - Living Arts & Science Center, 6pm - 8pm, Free.  Amelia Brown, a health educator with UK, sheds some new light on how kids and adults can learn more about their bodies and keep them fit and healthy!  Become a “health detective” during this interactive evening full of hands-on activities for all ages!  859-252-5222 or www.lasclex.org

  • How to Use the Library's Computer Catalog - Central Public Library, 1pm, Free.  Thoroughly bewildered by ThoroBrowser? Confused by the catalog? Get help in this hands-on tutorial in our computer lab. Reservations required.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

  • I Have Never Forgotten You:  The Life and Legacy of Simon Wiesenthal (PG-13) - Kentucky Theatre, 5pm & 7:30pm, Free.  Narrated by Nicole Kidman, the documentary recounts the life and legacy of the famous Nazi-hunter and humanist who died in 2005.  The Hadassah organization will sponsor a reception following the 7:30 showing.   859-231-5530 or www.oneworldfilmfestival.org

  • 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

  • Melissa Greener - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  From Austin, TX Melissa brings her alternative folk, bluesy-AAA, Americana to Lexington. Her style has been compared to likes of Shawn Colvin, Joni Mitchell, and Steven Stills.  "Melissa has the package, Lovely melodies, a beautiful voice and a stunning stage presence. But, what tops the cake are her excellent guitar skills."  -Roger Allan, KGSR, Austin, TX.   Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Post-Drought Lawn Help - Fayette County Extension Office, 6:30pm - 8pm, $10.  Learn about how to assess and adress your lawn following last year's drought.  Learn about general renovation techniques, grass selection and general lawn maintenance.  859-257-5582 or http://ces.ca.uky.edu/fayette/events/

  • UK Percussion Group - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 7:30pm, Free.  859-257-4929 or  www.uky.edu/SCFA

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

 

 

March 7
Friday

  • Hansel & Gretel Presented by UK Opera Theatre - Lexington Opera House, 7:30pm.  $10 - $34.   Humperdinck's fairy tale opera based on the beloved story by the Brothers Grimm. Lost in the woods, Hansel and Gretel come upon the house of a witch who bakes children into gingerbread! 859-257-4929, 859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.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

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

  • The Tidbits - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $7.  Jim Gleason from The Johnson Brothers brings back his old duo partner for a night of Beatles, Eagles, and James Taylor covers, among other artists.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Purdue - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 4pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

 

 

March 8
Saturday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 2pm & 7pm, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - St. Andrews Orthodox Church, 1136 Higbee Mill Rd., 9am - 12pm.  Twin Pines Christian Church, 1139 Tanbark, 11am - 3pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Hansel & Gretel Presented by UK Opera Theatre - Lexington Opera House, 7:30pm.  $10 - $34.   Humperdinck's fairy tale opera based on the beloved story by the Brothers Grimm. Lost in the woods, Hansel and Gretel come upon the house of a witch who bakes children into gingerbread!  859-257-4929, 859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.com

  • Kenny Woods' Gun and Knife Show - Heritage Hall West at The Lexington Center, 9am - 5pm,  $8 Adults, $2 Ages 6-12, Free for Kids Under 6.  Features the area's largest selection of modern guns. Also wholesale ammunition to the public, accessories, scopes, and antique guns.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • KY United Pipes and Drums - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $7.  A Grade 5 competition band, KY United Pipe and Drum will make a debut performance. A night of Traditional Scottish music ranging from pipes and drums to Scottish rock and roll. KY United Pipe and Drum is the only band that wears the official Kentucky Tartan.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.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.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com, or 859-252-7575. www.victoriansquareshoppes.com

  • LexJam! - 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

  • Nintendo Wii Guitar Hero Tournament  - Central Public Library, 2pm - 4pm, Free.  Celebrate Teen Tech Week by participating in a Guitar Hero tournament on the Nintendo Wii.  A $25 dollar gift card will be given to the tourney champ. For Teens, reservations required. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

  • 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.  859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

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

  • Stargazing -  Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 7:30pm, Free.  Learn about celestial folklore during an astronomy presentation and view the night sky through telescopes provided by the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club.  Far from the city lights, Raven Run is an excellent place to see planets, nebulae, galaxies and the Milky Way!   859-272-6105  or www.lfucg.com/parks/raven.asp

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

 

 

March 9
Sunday

  • Angels in the Dust - Central Public Library Theatre, 2pm & 4:30pm, Free.  A documentary of Marion Cloete who, with the help of her family, leaves her middle-class Johannesburg suburb, and establishes a traditional African community to house, nurture, and give hope to more than 500 parentless children. 859-231-5530 or www.oneworldfilmfestival.org

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 2pm, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blood Drives by the Kentucky Blood Center - First United Methodist Church, 200 West High Street, 8:30am - 1pm.  St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1750 Summerhill Drive, 8am - 12:45pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Daylight Savings Activity - The Explorium, 2pm - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Make your own clock and explore the fun of telling time. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.exporium.com

  • Kenny Woods' Gun and Knife Show - Heritage Hall West at The Lexington Center, 9am - 4pm,  $8 Adults, $2 Ages 6-12, Free for Kids Under 6.  Features the area's largest selection of modern guns. Also wholesale ammunition to the public, accessories, scopes, and antique guns.  859-233-4567 or www.lexingtoncenter.com

  • Transcendental Meditation and Maharishi Ayurvedic:  Ancient Knowledge from the Vedic Tradition of India with Modern Benefits for Everyday Life - UK Art Museum, 2pm, Free, Suggestion Donation $5.  An introduction to traditions and ideas for healthful and peaceful living, presented by Jeffrey and Mary Murphy, Directors, Maharishi Peace Palace.  859-257-6218 or visit www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

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

  • UK Basketball Game vs. Florida - Rupp Arena, 12pm, $22 - $27.  www.UKAthletics.com or www.rupparena.com

 

 

March 10
Monday

  • Argo Lynn - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $3.  From Georgetown KY, Agro Lynn is “Appalachian Zen”-Folk rock, roots music and alternative country with a little jam and twang.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

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

 

 

March 11

Tuesday

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Business Persons Lunch - Calvary Baptist Church, 11:45am, Free (Lunch is al a carte).  As part of the Lenten Series, Rev. Ron Luckey of Faith Lutheran Church will speak on "I Am the Good Shepherd."  859-254-3497, or www.calvarybaptistchurch.com

  • Lexington Philharmonic Discovery Series Educational Concerts: Lincoln: The Man, the Music, and the Legacy in Lexington - UK Singletary Center for the Arts, 10am and 11:30am, $5 per seat (10am), $4 per seat (11:30am). Learn about Abraham Lincoln! This program celebrates the 200 year anniversary of this famous Kentuckian’s birth. These Core Content based educational concerts are a great daytime event designed to introduce classical music as a learning tool. The general public as well as school, civic, home school, and senior groups are welcome. The program covers Core Content in Kentucky history, music, and dance. Core Content areas covered: AH-04, 05, 06, 07; SS-04, 05; DOK 1,2,3,4. 859.233.4226. www.lexphil.org

  • Nick Peay - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  Nick Peay has found his place in music with an intense, soulful sound. Like a lot of the great acoustic musicians he focuses on meaningful, personal lyrics while backing them up with a fresh, enthusiastic sound. He recently added the harmonica, which adds that folk energy. Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Refrigerator Art - Central Public Library, 10:30am, Free.  Create a masterpiece for your home gallery. Wear old clothes; art is messy. Ages 3-up, reservations required. 859-231-5530 or www.lexpublib.org

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

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Eastern Michigan (DH) - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 1pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

  • Youth Meeting Authors Series - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, $5.  Anne Shelby is the guest author.  859-254-4175 or www.CarnegieLiteracy.org

 

 

March 12

Wednesday

  • Arcadia - Downtown Arts Center, 7:30pm, Preview Night:  Pay What You Can.  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

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blood Drive by the Kentucky Blood Center - P. L. Dunbar High School, 1600 Man O' War Blvd., 8am - 2:30pm.  To register, visit www.kybloodcenter.org and search for mobile blood drives by location, or call 859-276-2534.

  • Celebrate Earth Day - Central Public Library, Saturday, April 12, 2pm-3pm, Free. If you'd like to celebrate Earth Day with us, come in and make your own pine cone bird feeder or coffee ground fossil. Age’s 4-up, 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

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

  • Writing Practice - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, Wednesdays, 12pm - 1:30pm, Free.  An ongoing writing practice designed to capture the stories we tell while we are driving the car or washing the dishes but forget when we sit down to write.  Recommended reading:  Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg.  Drop-ins OK.   859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org

 

 

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March 13

Thursday

  • Bawn in the Mash - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $10.  Bawn in the Mash convey emotion to the listener’s mind by using intergalactic wavelengths and frequencies, creating colors you hear and sounds you can feel. A fusion of folk art with improvisational theory and technique, Bawn in the Mash create a unique patchwork of sounds that melt both minds and hearts alike.  Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

  • Blame it On Fidel - Kentucky Theatre, 5pm & 7:30pm, Free.  Closing Film of the One World Film Festival.  In French, Spanish, and English, with English subtitles, the film shows how a l0 year old Parisian girl's life is upended by events happening on the other side of the globe. 859-231-5530 or www.oneworldfilmfestival.org.

  • CATS Presented by SCAPA - Lexington Opera House, 7:30pm.  The Tony award winning musical performed by Lexington's premier school for the performing arts.  859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.com

  • The Eclectic Living Room - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 5:30pm - 7pm, Free.  Discussion of Marie Bradby's book "Some Friend" lead by Leatha Kendrick.  859-254-4175 or www.CarnegieLiteracy.org

  • 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

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

 

 

March 14

Friday

  • Arcadia - Downtown Arts Center, 7:30pm, Preview Night:  Pay What You Can.  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

  • The Big, Friendly Giant - Lexington Children's Theatre, 10am & 11:45am, $12 Adults, $10 Children.  Are your children afraid of giants?  Well, there's no reason to be afraid because The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and a little girl named Sophie are setting out to rid the world of all the evil giants!  859-254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org

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

  • Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show - Keene Barn at Keeneland, 10am - 6pm,  $10 daily or $15 for Three Days.  The Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show is the year’s largest fundraiser for the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation, a private non-profit that serves Central Kentucky.  In 2007, more than 2,500 visitors from around the country came to Keeneland’s historic Keene Barn to see over 50 antique and garden exhibitors, to listen to outstanding speakers, and to attend informative workshops.  859-253-0362 or www.bluegrasstrust.org

  • CATS Presented by SCAPA - Lexington Opera House, 2pm & 8pm.  The Tony award winning musical performed by Lexington's premier school for the performing arts.  859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.com

  • Contra Dance - ArtsPlace, 8pm - 11pm with a beginner lesson at 7:30pm, $6 Adults, $4 Students & First-Timers.  Contra Dance with caller Liz Natter and live music by Squeaky Reels.  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/

  • Dan Brock Jazz - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  After playing to a sold out house with son Zack Brock, Dan Brock and company will bring back to the stage their exceptional jazz talents. 859-259-2754 or www.beetnik.com.

  • Jon Justice - Cheapside Bar & Grill, 10pm, $5.  859-254-0046 or www.cheapsidebarandgrill.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

  • RV Super Show - Lexington Center Heritage Hall, 1pm - 8pm, $5 Adults, Free for children under 14.  859-233-4564, www.lexingtoncenter.com or www.rvexpo.net

  • UK Baseball Game vs. Alabama - UK Cliff Hagan Stadium, 4pm, $2 - $5.  859-257-1818 or www.ukathletics.com

  • Woodcock Watch -  Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 6:30pm, Free.  Join us for an evening walk at Raven Run:  explore the meadow trails at dusk and search for nocturnal animals. The highlight of the walk (birds permitting) will be the fantastic flight dance of the woodcock, a small ground-dwelling bird most people have never seen. During their incredible flight display you will hear and see this bird as it can only be seen at dusk for a few weeks out of the year.   859-272-6105  or www.lfucg.com/parks/raven.asp

 

 

March 15

Saturday

  • 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

  • The Art and Culture of India Educator’s Workshop - UK Art Museum, 9am - 5pm: Educator’s Events, 12pm: Indian Buffet Lunch (Reservations required), 1pm - 5pm: Public Events.  $10 General Public, $5 UKAM & BIAC members, Free to Students and Teachers.  Interdisciplinary classroom projects and curriculum information will be geared towards social studies, history, arts and humanities, and language arts. Teachers will learn about traditions and history of India. The public will join educators during the afternoon program for a taste of dance, music and yoga, as well as a lecture on the exhibit by visiting curator Alice Hyland.  859-257-5716 or www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum

  • Belly Dance Props Workshop (basket) - Mecca: A Live Studio & Gallery.   Dancing with a prop is like dancing with a partner. Learn how to dance with your prop and techniques in balancing. Dancers will learn a short choreography with their basket. Please provide your own basket, as we won't have many to offer for use in class.  859-254-9790

  • Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show - Keene Barn at Keeneland, 10am - 6pm,  $10 Daily or $15 for Three Days.  The Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show is the year’s largest fundraiser for the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation, a private non-profit that serves Central Kentucky.  In 2007, more than 2,500 visitors from around the country came to Keeneland’s historic Keene Barn to see over 50 antique and garden exhibitors, to listen to outstanding speakers, and to attend informative workshops.  859-253-0362 or www.bluegrasstrust.org

  • Brain Awareness Day - The Explorium, 11am - 3pm, Free with Admission.  Join special guests from the University of Kentucky's Neurology Department. Dissect a brain and other fun hands-on learning experiments. All ages.  859-258-3253 or www.exporium.com

  • CATS Presented by SCAPA - Lexington Opera House, 8pm.  The Tony award winning musical performed by Lexington's premier school for the performing arts.  859-233-3535 or www.lexingtonoperahouse.com

  • Early Learner Book Club - Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 10:30pm - 11:30pm, Free.  Bring your 3 - 5 yr-olds for a celebration of reading, with games, sing songs and crafts focused on the theme of the book.  Registration required.   859-254-4175 or www.carnegieliteracy.org

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

  • Kenwick Community Center Spring Flea Market - Kenwick Community Center, 9am - 4pm, Free Admission.   Come buy, sell or browse at the Kenwick Spring Flea Market. There will be household items, children’s toys, clothes, books and plenty of bargains. For those interested in reserving a booth space, the fee is $7 for one day and $10 for both days.  Booth spaces fill quickly so reserve your spot now!   859-266-6405 or www.lfucg.com/parks/community_kenwick.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 - Victorian Square, 1st Floor Atrium, 8am - 1pm.  Shop fresh food from local farmers. Parking in the Victorian Square garage is free with validation.  859-608-2655 or www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com, or 859-252-7575.

  • Mid Life Harmony - Natasha's Bistro, 9pm, $5.  Acoustic rock trio, covering harmonious tunes from the 60's and 70's, including favorites from the Beatles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, the Eagles, the Zombies, Steely Dan, the Turtles, the Beach Boys, James Taylor, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more.   Reservations recommended.  859-259-2754 or www.natashascafe.com

  • Play Date With History Series - Lexington History Museum, 12pm - 2pm, Free.  "The Revolutionary War"  The year is 1776.  Participate in crafts and hear stories that teach about how Lexington was being affected by the U.S. War of Independence.  859-254-0530 or www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org

  • Rocky Horror Picture Show (R) - KY Theatre, 12Midnight, $6.  Innocent young lovers Brad and Janet are stranded when their car breaks down, and are forced to seek refuge in the castle of the bizarre Dr. Frankenfurter, who is having a gathering of some kind... What ensues is an unforgettable night of music and madness where, like a circus act, you never know what's going to come next.   859-231-7924 or www.kentuckytheater.com

  • RV Super Show - Lexington Center Heritage Hall, 10am - 8pm, $5 Adults, Free for children under 14.  859-233-4564, www.lexingtoncenter.com or www.rvexpo.net

  • Shamrock Shuffle 3K Walk/Run - Meet in the Atrium of Victorian Square in downtown Lexington, 10am.  Registration is $15 if completed by March 1st, $20 after March 1st.  Join us to walk, run, stroll or shuffle your way through downtown Lexington.  All proceeds benefit the Pat Smith Habitat for Humanity Endowment Fund. All ages are welcome. You can register online, at the event, or by mail - details at www.shamrockshuffle3k.com. 

  • St. Patrick's Day Parade - Downtown Lexington, Main Street from Midland to Mill Street, 1pm.  FREE Concert of Irish music and dance at 12:30 pm, in front of the History Museum at Main and Upper Streets.  Come down early and join or watch the Shamrock Shuffle 3K Race at 10:00am located at Short and Broadway, behind Victorian Square.  See http://www.shamrockshuffle3k.com/ for details.  www.lexingtonstpatsparade.org

  • Swing Dance Party 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

  • "Traditions of the Emerald Isle - An Evening of Music and Dance with Daniel and Amy Carwile and John Skelton" - UK Singletary Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 7:30pm, $15.  Presented by the Kentucky McTeggart Irish Dancers.  Please come join us for an evening of toe-tapping, heart-pounding Celtic music and dance with nationally acclaimed string musicians, The Carwiles, renowned wind instrumentalist John Skelton and Central Kentucky's own McTeggart Irish Dancers.  859-257-4929 or  www.uky.edu/SCFA

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

 

 

March 16

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

  • Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show - Keene Barn at Keeneland, 11am - 5pm,  $10 daily or $15 for Three Days.  The Blue Grass Trust Antiques and Garden Show is the year’s largest fundraiser for the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation, a private non-profit that serves Central Kentucky.  In 2007, more than 2,500 visitors from around the country came to Keeneland’s historic Keene Barn to see over 50 antique and garden exhibitors, to listen to outstanding speakers, and to attend informative workshops.  859-253-0362 or www.bluegrasstrust.org