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Tourists and travelers love Lexington’s Airbnb Scene
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Coach Stoops and PGA Golfers from Barbasol Championship stopped by the Kentucky Children’s Hospital to play a round of mini golf with patients.
LaRosa’s Pizzeria & Skyline Chili broke ground in Brannon Crossing. John Daly
Mayor Linda Gorton at the Fourth of July Parade. The 2019 Grand Tour of Homes Kick Off Party
Origin Hotel celebrated their Grand Opening at The Summit at Fritz Farm.
Distillery Heights is a new residential community located in Lexington’s Distillery District Bob Quick, Commerce Lex President
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WHAT LEXINGTON NEEDS
WHAT LEXINGTON NEEDS Think ‘Small’
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n August, Lexington leaders will gather to celebrate the Small Business of the Year at the annual Salute to Small Business Awards held at Keeneland. Among those to be honored at the luncheon are this year’s category winners, including Hallway Feeds for the Business Success Awards, the Minority Business Award for Synergy Coach and this year’s NonProfit award winner, Chrysalis House. Being green for the Green Initiative Award means finding environmentally-friendly ways to do business that have a significant and positive impact on the company and/or the community. This year’s recipient is Synergy Home. Wrigley Media will take home this year’s Innovation Award. The Group Legacy Award will go to The Locker Room. This Award celebrates companies that have been in business for 25-plus years, multigenerational businesses, and past Small Business Celebration award winners. The award recognizes staying power, longevity, the ability to adjust to the changing economic climate, and company growth. The Small Business of the Year winner will be announced at the luncheon on August 22. Past winners have included BACK Construction, Omni Architects, A Cup of Common Wealth, Joseph Beth Booksellers, and Bates Security, to name a few. Commerce Lexington held the first Salute to Small Business event in 1986, reporting that “small business owners have accounted for more
BACK Construction, winnner of 2018 Small Buisness of the Year.
of the job growth in our country over the last decade than large companies. Consumers rely on small businesses for everything from home repairs to dry cleaning to computer maintenance to lawn care, and when people find one they love, they are loyal for a lifetime.” Mayor Linda Gorton, delivering a proclamation at Barney Miller’s, celebrating “Independents Week,” in July, said, “Our community thrives on local businesses and entrepreneurs. Our support of businesses owned by our friends and neighbors is one reason we have a healthy economy here in Lexington. Local businesses play a major role in keeping Lexington entertaining, interesting, and unique. Many of Lexington’s independently owned give back to our community in goods, services, time, and talent. Lexington encourages its citizens to dream big and start their own businesses in our community.” (Barney Miller’s is celebrating 97 years in business in downtown Lexington.) Dream big. Shop small.
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Thirty years ago, Ace began including a regular feature from our readers titled, “What Lexington Needs.” A diverse array of local leaders — from artists and architects, to bankers and business owners, and elected officials of every stripe and party — participated over the decades. In honor of our 30th anniversary, we’ve re-opened the forum. Everyone is invited to contribute. Essays are typically 500 words or less, and the most important criteria is that the writer be passionate about what they believe Lexington needs. If you have an idea about What Lexington Needs, please email your comments, a photo, and a one-line bio to editor@aceweekly.com.
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COMMUNITY In Memory of Marylou Whitney Marylou Whitney, beloved philanthropist and hostess within the horse racing community, died in July at the age of 93 at her Cady Hill estate in Saratoga, NY. In 2010, Marylou was the recipient of the Eclipse Award of Merit for her work in the thoroughbred industry. Whitney will be inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in early August. The New York Times described her as a “tireless society hostess [and] patron of the arts.” Her Derby Eve parties were as legendary as those of Anita Madden (who died last year), though their entertaining style could not have been more different. Photo NYRA
“Marylou Whitney embodied all of the best qualities of the sport to which she devoted her time, heart, and resources. From her exceptional philanthropy to her innovative mind and indelible spirit, she was a champion of excellence in every endeavor she graced,” said Alex Waldrop, President and CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, in a statement released shortly after her death. Her legacy will be remembered not only through her horse racing career, but her charitable contributions to Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital and cancer care at UK HealthCare. In Lexington, she was also an avid supporter of the Headley-Whitney Museum, founded by her sister-inlaw Barbara Whitney and Barbara’s husband, George Headley.
In the News Lexington locals have been making a splash in big, beautiful glossy national magazines lately. You’ll find a “Private Bluegrass contemporary meets California style ranch” featured on Dwell Magazine, designed by Pohl Rosa Pohl.
Target opened their first small-format store in Kentucky on the corner of South Upper and Pine Street, near UK, celebrating with a ribbon cutting and tour in July. The small-format urban stores are tucked into neighborhoods that have a need for essentials, where a full size big box store could not fit. In Lexington home and garden circles, Richmond Road is often best known as home to Mr. and Mrs. Ellen Calipari, and the view of Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate. But the August/ September issue of Garden and Gun Magazine recently profiled the Jon Carloftis-designed Richmond Road garden of Alicia and D.B. Kazee. The latest issue of Food and Wine Magazine features “a new take on tomato pie” on the cover. Samantha Fore, of Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites, provides the recipe for roasted curry tomato pie, writing, “Turmeric gives the rustic crust of this tomato pie a glorious golden glow, but the real star (other than the ripe summer tomatoes) are the sweet and tangy tamarind onions, which complement the spiced, cheesy filling beautifully.”
Construction Begins on South Limestone Parking Garage Construction on the expansion of the University of Kentucky’s South Limestone Garage (PS #5) is scheduled to begin in the coming weeks. The two South Upper Street exits across from Bolivar Street will be closed, but the existing garage entrances and exits on South Limestone and South Upper will remain open. The completed project will feature a six-story horizontal expansion and add 900 new parking spaces to north campus, plus private retail and university innovation space on the ground floor. It is expected to be complete in August 2020.
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Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles invites Kentuckians to celebrate Kentucky Farmers’ Markets Week by visiting a local market and posting photos from their visit to Instagram in August. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is conducting the social media contest to commemorate Farmers’ Markets Week Aug. 4-10 and raise awareness of the fresh local foods available at Kentucky farmers’ markets. “We like to call our farmers’ markets ‘The Freshest Party in Town,’” Commissioner Quarles said. “A farmers’ market is a great place to buy farm-fresh foods produced by your friends and neighbors just down the road. But they’re more than that — they are experiences where you may find live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, activities for kids, and many other attractions. I look forward to seeing your photos of Kentucky’s vibrant, colorful farmers’ markets.” To enter, your post should include a single photo, must tag the Kentucky Proud Instagram account (@kentuckyproud), must include #KyProudFarmersMarkets, and must be public. Entrants must be Kentucky residents 18 or over. Photos must be posted from Aug. 1-31 to be eligible. Winners will be selected at random. The KDA will award multiple gift baskets that each contain Kentucky Proud products.
Warehouse Block Cubes The Warehouse Block unveiled The Cubes in July, a new public art installation behind Local’s Craft Food & Drink that will serve as a gateway to the mixed-use commercial district bordered by Bell Court, Kenwick, and Mentelle neighborhoods, just off the railroad tracks at Walton. The art installation, designed by Ryan Hargrove and Renato Virto of UK, was funded by the Warehouse Block Business Association and the Lexington Corridors Commission.
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Steel Mill & Co., a lifestyle boutique for women, opened in the former location of the Morris Book Shop in Chevy Chase in March. The store hosted their official ribbon cutting ceremony in July. Email community news items and photos to acelist@aceweekly.com.
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Won’t you ‘BnB’ My Neighbor? Tourists and travelers love Lexington’s Airbnb Scene
Lexington Superhost Fran Taylor
BY KRISTINA ROSEN
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ith Fall fast approaching, along with football and basketball season plus Keeneland, thousands of visitors are on their way to the Bluegrass. Many of those guests will be in search of unique accommodations that help capture Central Kentucky’s unique flavor and culture. From Kentucky cabins, horse farms, and stately Victorians to Airstream trailers and tiny houses, Lexington has a surplus of interesting Airbnbs.
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irbnb is the worldwide housesharing service, designed to deliver a “live like a local” experience to travelers and tourists, whether that experience is crashing in the host’s spare bedroom or stretching out in a French chateau or Italian villa, via the Airbnb Luxe tier, launched in June. (Travel and Leisure reported this summer, that the “luxe listing must also include local experiences or activities, such as helping harvest olives or grapes with local farmers in Tuscany, or being close to cultural meccas like some of the urban listings available in London, New York, or Los Angeles.”) The city of Lexington defines shortterm rentals, including Airbnbs, as a dwelling, unit or room that is rented, leased or assigned for less than thirty consecutive days and where no meals are served. It can be owner occupied or non-owner occupied. If you’re thinking about offering your home, or a room in your home as
an Airbnb — potential hosts are asked to obtain a business license, pay the transient room tax, receive a Certificate of Occupancy, and review their property deed for restrictive covenants. Lexington has no shortage of Airbnb Superhosts, and they all have stories to share.
Fran Taylor’s Urban Victorians
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f there’s anyone who knows what it takes to be a good hostess, it’s Fran Taylor, who wrote the book on it. After 15 years as executive director of the Keeneland Foundation, she published the coffee table book, Keeneland Entertains, sharing bluegrass hospitality advice and menus. In 2015, she launched Lexington Silver, formed to produce new products inspired by the work of Kentucky silversmith Asa Blanchard (1787-1838). Taylor and her husband, architect Tom Cheek, devote two one-bedroom
apartments to Airbnb, among their many rental properties near their own home in Woodward Heights just down the street from Rupp Arena. In 2014, Taylor was inspired to put one of her vacant apartments up on Airbnb, and by the end of the day she already had bookings. Not surprisingly, she says, “we roll out the red carpet for our guests.” Her travelers are typically guests in town for Keeneland or the Horse Park, business people on conferences, or graduate students doing their residencies at UK. But the South African golfer, Dylan Fritelli, almost stayed during the Barbasol Championship (he ended up winning The John Deere Classic that day and flying out for the British Open rather than checking in to her Airbnb). She points out, “as someone who travels, internationally and all the time, he likes staying in someone’s home versus a hotel. A lot of people
want something more intimate, and that’s the whole Airbnb experience.” A group of bridesmaids recently rented one of her spots to get ready for a wedding, which she admits resulted in great photographs of the place. In her 20s and 30s, Taylor says all she wanted to do was travel. Now her favorite way to spend getaway time is at her horse farm in Sadieville,
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FEATURE Kentucky with her horses and cats. Taylor stresses that it’s a lot of hard work to maintain the status of Superhost. “You have to go the extra mile, it has to be eat-off-the-floor clean.” She admits ironing pillowcases makes a huge difference, and she’s become such a pro at correctly making a bed that even an innkeeper who stayed at her Airbnb confessed it was one well-made bed. Attractions she recommends to guests include the Visitor Center inside the old courthouse, a trip to Keeneland to watch the early morning workout, The Secretariat Center at the Kentucky Horse Park to see where they retrain thoroughbreds, the old and new Capitol building in Frankfort, and the Legacy Trail. She believes Airbnbs can coexist in residential neighborhoods, but it’s how the neighbors market their Airbnb properties that determine whether it’s a good experience for the neighborhood or not. She adds that, “most people who have Airbnbs are people you’d want to have as a neighbor.”
George Gatewood’s Lexington Cabin
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eorge Gatewood is the owner of Longwood Antique Woods, a wildly popular architectural salvage that began offering ‘green’ wood in 1991. He’s been in the business of reclaiming and recycling old wood (from area barns, fences, etc.) for 23 years, and claims he was country before country was cool.
George Gatewood and Haley Harris
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Josh Nadzam’s downtown b and b
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His Airbnb is right next door to his own home in Kenwick, a spot he calls the “Lexington Cabin,” which he describes as a museum full of old reconstructed wood from famous Kentucky horse farms and structures — filled with books, artwork, and collections from Kentucky’s bourbon and horse history. As a rental, it is offered as an entire house with two bedrooms, three beds and one bath. His typical guests are visitors in town for equestrian and evening events at the Horse Park and those doing the Bourbon Trail. As an Airbnb traveler himself, his favorite spot is 15 minutes outside of Nashville. It’s a reconstructed, old log cabin bunkhouse full of cowboy, Indian and Elvis embellishments. The worst (and priciest) Airbnb he’s stayed at was in the Hamptons for ten days. He describes it as an “awesome old 80s house right on the water,” but “the owner was weird.” He kept showing up at the rental to use the Wi-Fi, and he left his toothbrush and razor on the sink. Another time in South Carolina, Gatewood arrived at his Airbnb to find someone asleep on the porch. Asked how he maintains his Superhost status, it comes down to clean-
liness and communication. “Some guests want to be private, and some want to learn more. As someone who loves to meet people, I enjoy talking to them and giving them recommendations on what to do and where to go.” Some of the attractions he recommends to his guests include the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Ashland at the Henry Clay Estate, our Distillery District, and Goodfella’s Pizza (he provides the signature wood for their interiors). Among his favorite Lexington “classics” are Dudley’s, the Kentucky Horse Park, The Burl for live music and The Burl Arcade, and a visit to Red River Gorge for guests who have the time. He believes Airbnbs and hotels can coexist peacefully, adding that “some people visit a vacation destination city, but want to have that homey experience. Hotels don’t give you that private back porch.” His thoughts on Airbnbs coexisting in residential neighborhoods varies on a case by case basis. Gatewood lives right next door to his Airbnb. In his case, he is his own neighbor and knew an Airbnb was coming. “I tell my guests it is part of the rules to treat it like their home and respect the neighbors. It’s up to people to behave.” He hasn’t had to accommodate any especially crazy requests, other than making a Kroger run for one woman who would not use the half and half creamer unless it was dairy-free.
osh Nadzam’s typical guests are travelers in town for conferences at UK, or those making a pit stop in Lexington on a road trip. Deviating from the norm a little, one recent guest asked if she could bring along her four cats and pet stroller because she was entering her cats into a cat competition. Nadzam is the co-founder of On the Move Art Studio, a nonprofit that brings free art classes to low income neighborhoods via a renovated RV trailer. He teaches in the College of Social Work at UK, where he ran track as a student. His Airbnb is a cozy private bedroom and bathroom in his downtown Lexington home. Nadzam was inspired to become an Airbnb host because he believes opening your home to someone is the most welcoming thing you can do, especially if that person is a stranger. “For me, Airbnb is my whole expression of I don’t know who you are or where you’re from, but I don’t care. You’re a fellow human, and you’re welcome in my home. That’s what motivates me to do it; that’s what I love about it.” His Superhost status may owe a lot to this philosophy of hospitality, “they know that while they’re in my home, it’s their home too.” He also appreciates the boost for the local economy. He says, “It’s given capital to people who didn’t have it before. Now suddenly, if you have an extra guest bedroom, you can make
Lexington Superhost Josh Nadzam
FEATURE money from it. A lot of hotels are off of highways or interstates, and not even connected to the community. Airbnb allows travelers to stay in the heart of areas.” As a host, Nadzam’s recommendations start with A Cup of Commonwealth, “their coffee, as well as who they are as people, is a true taste of Lexington, who we are and what we’re about.” He follows up with Kentucky Native Cafe, Goodfella’s Pizza, the Arboretum, and Keeneland if it’s during the fall or spring. On his to-do list of Lexington “classics,” Nadzam makes sure all of his guests know about Crank and Boom ice cream. He also recommends tours of the UK campus and Kentucky distilleries, Woodland Park, and the Distillery District. Of course there’s room for both hotels and short term rentals in the tourism landscape. He says, “No matter how comfortable Airbnbs get, there’s a certain segment of society that’ll never be comfortable going into someone’s home. There’s always going to be a need for hotels, but Airbnb is fantastic.” As an onsite host sharing his own home, not surprisingly, he hasn’t experienced neighbor complaints. But he can understand issues arising when people start buying up houses only to turn them into Airbnbs. “If people start taking away from the family aspect of neighborhoods and there’s an influx of strangers nonstop, I can see why there would be frustration.”
past 15 years. He works closely with the Lexington Historical Society and strives to preserve older homes, inspire community development, and create new residential and business growth. Williams has traveled around the world for work and at times spent up to 90 nights a year in hotels. “After all my extensive hotel stays,” he says, “I know exactly what I want in a great stay and I want my guests to also have that same great experience, from the varying types of pillows (soft to hard) offered on the bed, to the complimentary and convenience items (such as chocolates, Bourbon, and nail clippers for example).”
He admires the personal touches and interactions provided by small and boutique hotels, and is similarly inspired. “As opposed to the impersonal big chain stays, I enjoy providing a personalized service and experience for others to enjoy our beautiful city.” Asked how he maintains his status as a Superhost, he says, “that’s a trade secret, but it has to do with service and quality, the two things all people want.” Local hubs he recommends include Manchester Street, West Sixth Brewery, the Henry Clay Estate, the Arboretum, and of course, exploring downtown shops and restaurants. His Airbnb is located in the heart of downtown, and is within walking distance of his Lexington classic recommendations: Rupp Arena, the Opera House, Town Branch Distillery, Country Boy Brewing. He adds, “of course you can’t forget to drive to Keeneland while it’s racing season and also hit a few distilleries.” Williams absolutely believes Airbnbs and traditional hotels can
co-exist. “They are two completely different experiences,” he says. “I find that people who want the personal experience tend to lean towards Airbnb,” while “big hotels have their own positive benefits.” Williams’ Airbnb is located near his house, and he’s never experienced any negative feedback from neighbors. He admits that most of the time, his guests are so quiet that he never knows when they leave or arrive. He thinks Airbnbs can coexist in residential neighborhoods, but it’s up to the host to notify guests that they need to be respectful and obey any rules to make sure the neighbors are not adversely impacted.
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irbnb connects people with places to stay and things to do around the world. Hosts are not only authors, nonprofit founders, and craftsmen, but they’re other in-the-know locals ready to give their guests a glimpse into the life of a local in the Bluegrass through the activities and places hosts are most passionate about. From ice cream to bourbon and hoops and horses and everything in between, the Lexington Airbnb community makes travelers feel at home.
Mark Williams’ Old Kentucky Home
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ark Williams is the owner of the Airbnb, “My Old Kentucky Home, Downtown Lexington’s Premier Kentucky Themed Experience.” From complimentary cocktails and local chocolates to plush bathrobes, Williams prides himself on offering a luxury experience at his unique Kentucky themed cottage, available as an entire guesthouse for two guests with one bedroom, one bed, and one bath. Williams moved to Lexington in 2004 and has been renovating historic properties here off and on for the
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EAT Final days of Lexington Restaurant Week
SPORTS 2019 John Calipari Draft Academy, 9 am, Joe Craft Center (thru Friday) TNL 64 West, 5 pm,
Cheapside Pavilion
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The Waterboy, 9 pm, Triangle Park
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MOVIES The Cult Film Series at Al’s Bar is now at Farish Theater: Sorry to Bother You, 7 pm, Downtown Library
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NEWSIES, 1 pm,
Lexington Opera House
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Yappy Hour, 2 pm, Mirror Twin Brewing
STAGE Ballet Under the Stars, 8 pm, Woodland Park FEST Inaugural
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Summer: Bent Penny Band, 6 pm, The Summit at Fritz Farm
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Small Town America Festival, 10 am, City of Mt. Sterling, KY
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JAZZ Big Band & Jazz: Dick Romek and the Walnut Street Ramblers, 7 pm, Ecton Park
CONCERT Bone ThugsN-Harmony, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall
FINAL DAYS OF LEXINGTON RESTAURANT WEEK
1:30 pm and 7:15 pm, Kentucky Theatre
HG Potting Shed Lecture
Community Yoga, 6:30 pm, Pivot Brewing
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Dinner, Kentucky Castle
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Labor Day Lexington Fest of Ales Kenwick Annual Yard Sale
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Elkhorn Creek Float Fest, 11 am, Elkhorn Creek
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Midsummer Night’s Run, downtown
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Shelley and Nick Moss Band, 6:45 pm, Lyric Theatre
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STAGE Mystery Dinner
Etheridge, 7:30 pm, Lexington Opera House
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Community Yoga, 6:30 pm, Pivot Brewing
WOODSONGS Joan
Theater, 7:30 pm, The Kentucky Castle
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Heitz Cellar, 6 pm, Lockbox at 21c
Players Club, 7 pm, Lexington Green
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Honeys, 7 pm, Moondance
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Space Jam, 9 pm, Triangle Park
DistraXions, 7 pm, Lexington Green
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FEST Cold
Brew Coffee Festival, 8 am, Cheapside Pavilion
FAIR Woodland Art Fair, Woodland Park (thru Sunday)
SHOW Picnic with the
Pops, 6 pm, Keene Barn at Keeneland
DRINK Best of Brews Festival, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall
Downtown Library
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Diamond Ring and Pretty Things Wedding Show, 11 am, Lexington Convention Center
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6th Annual Kentucky CancerLink Golf Scramble, 11:30 am, Spring Valley Golf Club
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CONCERT Ace Frehley from KISS, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall EAT Ice
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Americana author Charles Phoenix live comedy performance, 7 pm, Kentucky Theatre
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Chamber Music Festival featuring WindSync and the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras Winds All-Stars, 7:30 pm, Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center
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Chevy Chase Street Fair, 4 pm, Chevy Chase
HOME BIA Tour of Remodeled Homes, noon to 5 pm (thru Sunday)
Gardenside at Sunset, 6 pm, Gardenside Plaza
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Film Festival, 6:30 pm, The Kentucky Theater
Vanguard, 7 pm, Lexington Green
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Cannady on Nostalgic Americana, 10 am, Lex Arts
ART Reimagine 2019 Exhibit, 11 am, Pam Miller Arts Center
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Blade Runner: The Final Cut,
1:30 pm and 7:15 pm, Kentucky Theatre
EAT Mill
Room Sessions: Coffee & Bagels, 6 pm, Great Bagel (Boston Road location)
TNL The Twiggenburys, 5
pm, Cheapside Pavilion
JAMBOREE Laurel River Line, 7 pm, Moondance
DRINK Bourbon on the Banks, 5 pm, Ward Oates Amphitheater (Frankfort, KY)
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LAKESIDE LIVE Tyler
BALL Kentucky Football vs. Toledo, noon, Kroger Field
Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5k/10k, 6:30 pm, Talon Winery
Halsey, 7 pm, Lexington Green
DV8K Life Changing Run, 8 am, Keeneland
LIVE AND LOCAL THU AUG 1
FRI AUG 16
FRI AUG 2
SAT AUG 17
Thursday Night Live: 64 West, 5 pm, Cheapside Pavilion Crown the Empire, 5 pm, Manchester Music Hall Lakeside Live: Matt Smith, 7 pm, Lexington Green Elvie Shane, 9 pm, Tipsy Cow Bar
SAT AUG 3
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall Sounds of Summer: Bent Penny Band, 6 pm, The Summit
Lakeside Live: The Players Club, 7 pm, Lexington Green Picnic with the Pops, 6 pm, Keeneland
SUN AUG 18
Ace Frehley from KISS, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall
THU AUG 22
Thursday Night Live: Kenny Owens & Group Therapy, 5 pm, Cheapside Pavilion
TUE AUG 6
FRI AUG 23
THU AUG 8
SAT AUG 24
Big Band & Jazz: Jazzberry Jam, 7 pm, Ecton Park Thursday Night Live: The Johnson Brothers perform The Beatles “White Album,” 5 pm, Cheapside Pavilion
FRI AUG 9
Railbird Kick-off Party: Sunflower Bean, 9 pm, The Burl Gospel on the Green: Jessamine Creek Express | Gone Fiddlin’, 7 pm, Wilmore’s Downtown Green
SAT AUG 10
Inaugural Railbird Festival, Keeneland (thru Sunday) Stonebridge Concerts: Uptown Blue, 7:30 pm, Wilmore’s Downtown Green Railbird after-party: The Wooks, 11 pm, The Burl
TUE AUG 13
Melissa Etheridge, 7:30 pm, Lexington Opera House
THU AUG 15
Thursday Night Live: Rebel Without A Cause, 5 pm, Cheapside Pavilion Southland Jamboree: The Local Honeys, 7 pm, Moondance
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Gospel on the Green: The Moron Brothers, 7 pm, Wilmore’s Downtown Green Stonebridge Concerts: Metrognomes, 7:30 pm, Wilmore’s Downton Green
SUN AUG 25
Jazz on the Porch, 3 pm, Talon Winery
TUE AUG 27
Nahko and Medicine for the People, 8 pm, Manchester Music Hall
THU AUG 29
Thursday Night Live: The Twiggenburys, 5 pm, Cheapside Pavilion Southland Jamboree: Laurel River Line, 7 pm, Moondance
SAT AUG 31
Lakeside Live: Andrea + The Guys, 7 pm, Lexington Green Jamey Johnson, 7 pm, Manchester Music Hall To submit a Live and Local news item for consideration email acelist@aceweekly. com. For advertising, call Ace Advertising at 859.225.4889 ext229 or email ads@aceweekly.com.
FEATURE
‘Burning Kentucky’ returns home
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winning five awards. “If I had known in 2012 that I would still be working on this project every single day of my life in 2019 without being paid, I’m not sure I would have signed up for it,” Anderson admits. But she doesn’t regret a moment. She noticed a trend in Hollywood’s (stereo) typical portrayal of Kentucky, but she was proud to make a film that included actual Kentuckians talking about Kentucky.
Earlier this year, the movie successfully began the festival circuit, premiering at four festivals and
Full interview and photo gallery at aceweekly.com.
Sold out premiere at the Kentucky Theatre BY KRISTINA ROSEN
t’s been seven years in the making, but writer/director Bethany Brooke Anderson finally brought her beloved Burning Kentucky film back to the Commonwealth. “As a female director from Kentucky, to be able to watch my movie in The Kentucky Theatre is a dream come true, even more than the Oscars.” In July, Burning Kentucky premiered at the Kentucky Theatre for a sold out show. With an audience of 800, an additional 400 were turned away at the door. “A good movie has to be your story, “The ones in the theater were not your voice. Having so many Kentuckijust any 800 people,” says Anderson. “They were the exact humans our little ans make this movie it feels like it’s our voice,” she adds. film was made for, watching it in the Over 75 percent of the cast and exact place it was meant to be seen.” crew from Burning Kentucky was from Anderson grew up in LexingKentucky and 90 percent of the film ton and attended the University of was shot here. Eighty percent of the Kentucky for theatre performance funding came from Kentucky. Anderbefore moving cross country to Los son wanted to partner with people Angeles to pursue acting. She has who enhance the community, which spent the past seven years turning included Appalachian Mission of what used to be her 300-word comfort Hope and local businesses like West blanket Appalachian tale into an Sixth Brewing, Ale-8, Kentucky for award winning independent film. Kentucky, and Purple Toad Winery. In 2012, Anderson decided she Augie Duke, who won a wanted to begin festival Best Actress award shooting her Over 75 percent of the for her role in the movie, own film, but she claims she’s been adopted by cast and crew from didn’t know how. “There is someTwo years later, Burning Kentucky was Kentucky. thing so inviting, safe and she turned her from Kentucky and comfortable about Kentucky. camera on the first 90 percent of the film There’s a part of my heart time and began that will always be from shooting footage was shot here. here.” in Los Angeles. A Burning Kentucky had year and a half of already premiered at four film festifundraising proceeded before Andervals, but Anderson was most excited son received the greenlight to finish for the screenings in Kentucky. her movie. In 2017, the remainder of “There are some scenes that unless the movie was shot in Kentucky. From you’re a Kentuckian, you just don’t Possum Trot in Western Kentucky get it the same way. It’s such a purely to Harlan and Lynch in Eastern Kentucky voice, it will resonate in a Kentucky, the crew traveled almost completely different way.” 60,000 miles making this film.
HEALTH & OUTDOORS Grants Awarded to Support Women’s Health Initiatives Three CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations have been awarded more than $30,000 total in grants from Susan G. Komen Kentucky to support women’s health initiatives. “We know that screenings can detect cancer early and help save lives,” said Leslie Buddeke Smart, CFRE, president, CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations. “These grants from Susan G. Komen Kentucky allow us to extend the reach of our programs and touch even more lives of people who need these services.” Saint Joseph Berea Foundation and Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation were both awarded funding for their “Yes, Mamm!” programs. Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation received funding for “Flaget Breast HOPE,” which stands for Health Outreach, Prevention and Education.
Yoga Community Yoga at Pivot Brewing every Monday at 6:30 pm taught by rotating instructors. Begin each week with intentional peace and a beer (or cider!) to finish it off. All yoga classes are pay-as-you-can, donations-based. The YMCA is offering Yoga in Triangle Park every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 6 am through August 31. Classes are open to the community. If bad weather, classes will be held at the High Street YMCA. Ashland offers Sunday Yoga at 11 am every through October.
Bike Lexington
Nature Films The Kentucky Theatre is hosting the 2019 Fly Fishing Film Tour on Thursday, August 8 at 7 pm. The event will benefit Land Conservation in Central Kentucky through the efforts of the Bluegrass Land Conservancy. The Wild & Scenic Film Festival includes 14 short outdoor adventure films to benefit the Kentucky Conservation Committee at the Kentucky Theatre on Thursday, August 22 at 7 pm.
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Run for It! Bike Lexington Family Fun Ride is September 28. This annual eight mile car-free bike ride in the heart of downtown Lexington is not a race, and the route is designed for riders of all skill sets and ages to celebrate the joy of biking. The event features giveaways, a bike polo demonstration, a Kids Rodeo bike course and a Slow Cycle.
From fun strolls to intense triathlons, there’s no shortage of races this summer. Many of these runs offer the most scenic routes, benefit charity or conclude with donuts and bourbon.
Friday August 2
Lakeside Lager Cross Country 5k/10k, 6:45 pm, Lakeside Golf Course
Friday August 30
Daniel Boone 5K, 8:30 am, Winchester Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K, 6:30 pm, Talon Winery
Saturday August 31
DV8K Life Changing Run, 8 am, Keeneland
Saturday August 10
A Midsummer Night’s Run, 4 pm, downtown Lexington
Saturday August 17
On the Move 5K & Kids 1K Art Dash, 7 pm, Coldstream Park Go Big Blue 4 Miler, 7:30 pm, Kroger Field
Saturday August 24
Run for Young Life: Tanner Duke Memorial 5K, 8:30 am, Keeneland
Sunday August 25
UK Football players, Coach Stoops, and PGA Golfers from the Barbasol Championship stopped by the Kentucky Children’s Hospital to play a round of mini golf with patients.
15th Annual Kids Triathlon, 6 am, Beaumont YMCA
Zach Beavin wins the Bluegrass 10,000 for the third straight year. He completed the race in 31 minutes and 16 seconds.
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OPENINGS Athenian Grill opened a new location downtown at Park Plaza on East Main. Ethereal Brewing is bringing a microbrewery to the corner of Limestone and Vine (across from Jeff Ruby’s). The Human Bean of Lexington, a drive-thru espresso stand, opened on Harrodsburg Road. Painted Taco opened last month inside a renovated 1940s auto body garage on Rosemont Garden. Southland Bagel is opening a brick and mortar location on Southland Drive in early September. Taza Mediterranean Grill opened at 543 South Limestone, next door to the former NiceNpan.
CLOSINGS Babalu Tapas & Tacos has closed after two years at The Summit. Grillfish closed last month after opening on the corner of North Limestone and Third Street in 2016. The Red Light Kitchen & Lounge, which was the last restaurant opened by the late chef Lucie Slone Meyers, closed.
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EVENTS Saturday August 3
UK Art Museum presents “From Scratch: Pie Contest” on August 3 at 1 pm. Amateur bakers will bring in a homemade dessert pie to be judge by Pat Gerhard, owner of Third Street Stuff & Coffee; ribbon-winning baker Rachel Shane, and Dan Wu, chef and owner of Atomic Ramen. The 4th annual Field To Table Dinner is at The Kentucky Castle on Saturday, August 3 at 6 pm.
Sunday, August 4
AZUR Restaurant and Patio hosts a Farmers’ Market Brunch on Sunday, August 4 at 10:30 am.
Tuesday August 13
HopCat’s August Beer Dinner is on Tuesday, August 13 at 7 pm.
Thursday August 15
Join Lockbox at 21c for Fork + Bottle, a unique dinner series in which executive chef Cody DeRosett, with a variety of guest food and beverage experts, educate, pair, and taste inspired menus. Thursday, August 15 at 6 pm.
Friday August 16
The 6th Annual Burgers, Bourbon & Beer is on Friday August 16 at 7 pm at Malone’s Prime Events.
LaRosa’s Pizzeria and Skyline Chili broke ground at the future site of two new restaurant locations opening at Brannon Crossing in Nicholasville.
Saturday August 17
The 2nd annual Cold Brew Coffee Festival is on Saturday, August 17 from 8 am to 1 pm in Cheapside Park (downtown).
Friday, August 30
AZUR Restaurant and Patio is hosting their annual Latin Pig Roast on Friday, August 30 at 6:30 pm.
Picnic with the Pops is at the Keene Barn at Keeneland on Saturday, August 17 at 6 pm.
Thursday August 22
Join Lexington Public Library for Cookbook Club on August 22. Bring a potluck dish, and discuss the latest cookbook selection from 6 to 8 pm.
Tuesday August 27
Sedona Taphouse in Palomar celebrates their one year anniversary on Tuesday, August 27.
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NEWS A Jim Beam aging facility in Versailles had two barrel warehouses full of 45,000 bourbon barrels catch on fire early last month. Woodford Reserve released its newest permanent expression, Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey. “Woodford Reserve now has all four whiskeys as part of its permanent family of brands – Woodford Bourbon, Woodford Rye, Woodford Malt, and now Woodford Wheat,” says Chris Morris, Master Distiller.
Jon Carloftis made an appearance at Castle & Key’s Cocktail Competition.
New sparkling cocktails coming to the market. Two Chicks is a mixed drink made with natural essences of fruits and botanicals. There are three flavors: Citrus Margarita (Tequila & Citrus), Vodka Fizz (Vodka, Pear, & Elderflower), and Paloma (Tequila & Grapefruit).
Lexington Brewing Company released a new brew, Kentucky Tequila Barrel Wheat Ale.
EVENTS Thursday August 1
Kentucky Peerless is releasing their first bottle in a century and are celebrating at Justins’ House of Bourbon on Thursday, August 1 at 6 pm. Master Distiller Caleb Kilburn is on hand to sign purchased bottles.
Sunday August 11
Lockbox is heading to Justin’s House of Bourbon for their monthly Cocktail, Savings & Booze class to learn about rare and vintage bourbons on Sunday, August 11 at 3 pm.
Saturday August 17
Lexington’s Best of Brews Festival is a ticketed, craft beer tasting event that allows attendees to sample local, regional, and national craft brews. The fest is at Manchester Music Hall on Saturday, August 17 starting at 7 pm.
Saturday August 24
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astle & Key held their 2nd Annual Cocktail Competition at their distillery in Frankfort, KY. Bartenders from Kentucky and Tennessee crafted modern twists on classic cocktails using Castle & Key Restoration Release Gin.
The top 10 finalists included two Lexington locals, Jake Sulek of West Main Crafting Co. and Christopher Evans of Bourbon on Rye. The 2019 Castle & Key Cocktail Competition winner was Christopher Evans from Bourbon on Rye with “Purple Key,” which puts a modern twist on the classic Gin Flip cocktail.
Bourbon on the Banks in Frankfort, KY is a Bourbon-tasting festival and competition. It is held on Saturday, August 24 at 5 pm at the Ward Oates Amphitheater. Lockbox now hosts a cocktail class called Cocktail, Savings & Booze held one Sunday a month at 3 pm. Class is led by mixologist and bartender, Norma Beekman.
Friday September 6
Featuring over 35 of your favorite local and regional craft breweries, Lexington Fest of Ales is back on Friday, September 6 at the downtown pavilion.
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FOOD
Take the BLT up a notch BY TOM YATES
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t’s raining tomatoes. After a sleepy start due to all the heavy spring rains, ripe heirlooms have finally crashed our farmers markets in dizzying waves. Lost in the spell of the sultry purples, perky greens, vibrant reds, carefree oranges, demure whites, and come hither hybrids, the challenge of choosing is real. With varying sugar to acid ratios, all the colors and varieties bring something different to the table. When it comes to summer tomatoes, we love what we love. Taste, like beauty, lies in the eye of the
beholder. I’m easy. Very easy. Whether sweet, tart, ugly, gnarled, or drop dead gorgeous, I adore them all. They flaunt, I fall. Win. With so many tomatoes, kick back, and enjoy the ride. Really, nothing tops the simplistic beauty of a sliced and salted ripe-tothe-core sun-kissed summer tomato. Or, for a throwback to childhood, toss a few sliced tomatoes on cheap supermarket white bread with a mayo smear and take a bite. Not feeling it? More is more. Slap crunchy bacon,
crisp lettuce, and ripe tomatoes on toasted bread for a classic summer B.L.T.. Better yet, take it up a notch and replace the crispy bacon with bacon jam for a slammin’ heirloom tomato homespun home run. Scoot on over B.L.T., there’s a new kid in town.
Bacon Jam, Basil, and Heirloom Tomato Sandwich. THE B.B.T. Bacon Jam. Bacon jam just might be the beacon for all that is good and right in this world. Small effort, big payoff. After heating a large cast iron skillet over a medium flame, I sliced 1 lb Stone Cross Farm smoked bacon into 3/4” pieces and tossed them into the skillet. When the bacon started to crisp, I scooped it out with a slotted spoon, set it aside. I reserved 1 Tablespoon bacon fat in the hot skillet, drained the remaining fat, and added 1 cup chopped Boyle County Red Bull candy onions. After sweating the onions until they turned translucent, I scattered 4 minced garlic cloves into the skillet. Just before the garlic browned, I deglazed the skillet with 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar and 1/3 cup brewed coffee, scraped the tasty bacon bits from the bottom of the pan, and I added 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup Oberholtzer’s sorghum, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and cracked black pepper. After tumbling the reserved bacon into the molten mix, I brought the jam to a boil, reduced it to a low simmer, covered the skillet, and let it bubble away for 1 1/2 hours, stirring and adding a splash of water from time to time. When jammy enough, I pulled the bacon jam from the heat, scraped it into a container, and set it aside. Summer love. Heirloom Tomatoes. Toasted bread. Bacon jam.
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Build it and they will come. After slathering bacon jam onto toasted Bluegrass Bakery Black Pepper Parmesan Bread, I feathered fresh garden basil into the sticky jam, piled wet juicy slices of Casey County, Pulaski County, Fayette County heirloom tomatoes over the basil, drizzled the jewels with extra virgin olive, and finished with a flurry of flaked sea salt, cracked black pepper, and snipped garden chives. Green Zebra. Lemon Boy. Mountain Trash Red. Cherokee Purple. Big White. Kentucky Beefsteak. Orange Persimmon. Purple Plum. Taste the colors.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY by Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Dear Diary: Last night my Aries friend dragged me to the Karaoke Bowling Alley and Sushi Bar. I was deeply skeptical. The place sounded tacky. But after being there for twenty minutes, I had to admit that I was having a fantastic time. And it just got better and more fun as the night wore on. I’m sure I made a fool of myself when I did my bowling ball imitation, but I can live with that. At one point I was juggling a bowling pin, a rather large piece of sweet potato tempura, and my own shoe while singing Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir” and I don’t even know how to juggle. I have to admit that this sequence of events was typical of my adventures with Aries folks. I suppose I should learn to trust that they will lead me to where I don’t know I want to go.” TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In his poem “Wild Oats,” poet W. S. Merwin provided a message that’s in perfect alignment with your current astrological needs: “I needed my mistakes in their own order to get me here.” He was not being ironic in saying that; he was not making a lame attempt to excuse his errors; he was not struggling to make himself feel better for the inconvenience caused by his wrong turns. No! He understood that the apparent flubs and miscues he had committed were essential in creating his successful life. I invite you to reinterpret your own past using his perspective. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Even if you’re an ambidextrous, multigendered, neurologically diverse, Phoenician-Romanian Gemini with a fetish for pink duct tape and an affinity for ideas that no one has ever thought of, you will eventually find your sweet spot, your power niche, and your dream sanctuary. I promise. Same for the rest of you Geminis, too. It might take a while. But I beg you to have faith that you will eventually tune in to the homing beacon of the mother lode that’s just right for you. P.S.: Important clues and signs should be arriving soon. CANCER (June 21-July 22): What would a normal, boring astrologer tell you at a time like now? Maybe something like this: “More of other people’s money and resources can be at your disposal if you emanate sincerity and avoid being manipulative. If you want to negotiate vibrant compromises, pay extra attention to good timing and the right setting. Devote special care and sensitivity to all matters affecting your close alliances and productive partnerships.” As you know, Cancerian, I’m not a normal, boring astrologer, so I wouldn’t typically say something like what I just said. But I felt it was my duty to do so because right now you need simple, basic, no-frills advice. I promise I’ll resume with my cryptic, lyrical oracles next time.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Let’s check in with our psychic journalist, LoveMancer, who’s standing by with a live report from inside your imagination. What’s happening, LoveMancer? “Well, Rob, the enchanting creature on whose thoughts I’ve been eavesdropping has slipped into an intriguing frontier. This place seems to be a hot zone where love and healing interact intensely. My guess is that being here will lead our hero to breakthrough surges of love that result in deep healing, or deep healing that leads to breakthrough surges of love...probably both.” VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo figure skater Scott Hamilton won an Olympic gold medal and four World Championships. He was a star who got inducted into the United States Olympic Hall of Fame and made a lot of money after he turned professional. “I calculated once how many times I fell during my skating career41,600 times,” he testified in his autobiography. “But here’s the funny thing: I also got up 41,600 times. That’s the muscle you have to build in your psyche —the one that reminds you to just get up.” In accordance with current astrological omens, Virgo, I’ll be cheering you on as you strengthen that muscle in your psyche during the coming weeks. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): What’s the story of your life? Psychologist James Hillman said that in order to thrive, you need to develop a clear vision of that story. How do you do that? Hillman advised you to ask yourself this question: “How can I assemble the pieces of my life into a coherent plot?” And why is this effort to decode your biography so important? Because your soul’s health requires you to cultivate curiosity and excitement about the big picture of your destiny. If you hope to respond with intelligence to the questions and challenges that each new day brings, you must be steadily nourished with an expansive understanding of why you are here on earth. I bring these ideas to your attention, Libra, because the coming weeks will be an excellent time to illuminate and deepen and embellish your conception of your life story. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Artists are people driven by the tension between the desire to communicate and the desire to hide,” wrote psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott. I think that description fits many people born under the sign of the Scorpio, not just Scorpio artists. Knowing how important and necessary this dilemma can be for you, I would never glibly advise you to always favor candid, straightforward communication over protective, strategic hiding. But I recommend you do that in the coming weeks. Being candid and straightforward will serve you well.
HELP WANTED Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital seeks Associate Veterinarian in (Lexington, KY) to perform primary equine veterinary ambulatory duties in Lexington, KY & surrounding area. Requires a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Requires 1 year of veterinary practice experience, which must include experience with the following with Thoroughbred & Standardbred Racehorses: Radiology, including obtaining standard & advanced views of the limbs, vertebral spine, skull, & pelvis & interpretation of radiographs for presale evaluations, lameness diagnosis, & screening for common areas of OCD lesions; Ultrasonography focused on the musculoskeletal system, diagnosing & treatment of soft tissue injuries, ultrasound guided injections of dorsal spinal process, & sacro-iliac & lumbosacral regions, & ultrasound guided treatment of tendon & ligaments; Lameness Evaluation & Treatment, including diagnosis & treatment of acute & chronic cases of lameness; regional and local nerve blocks as well as joint blocks; systemic, local, & intra articular treatments with conventional medications & autogenous sources (PRP, Prostride, IRAP, Stem cells, bone marrow); rehabilitation protocol design & implementation for orthopedic & soft tissue injuries; regenerative laser treatment; & shockwave therapy. Requires experience with the following field services: Upper airway endoscopy; Conformation evaluations of foals, yearlings, & racehorses; Pre-purchase examinations in the racehorse and show horse industries; Vaccinations, deworming, and general herd health; Field castrations; Routine dental work; Emergency evaluation & treatment, including colic & lacerations. Must be an AVMA accredited veterinarian with a Kentucky license.Requirements Applicants preferred to have at least a Bachelors degree or equivalent Applicants are preferred to have had at least 1 years experience. To apply, send resume to ssmith@roodandriddle.com
Virtual Bank Teller. Forcht Bank is now accepting applications for both our fulltime and part-time OnDemand (Virtual) Teller position. The OnDemand Teller is responsible for handling customer service related bank transactions via a two-way video conference. Our OnDemand Tellers also create sales opportunities by engaging customers in conversations and product demonstrations. At Forcht Bank, we believe happier employees make for happier banking! Apply to join our amazing team today! forchtbank.com/discover/careers Alliance Medical and Home Care supplies qualified nurses and other clinical staff to facilities, and private duty caregivers to homes throughout Central Ky. We have openings for Specialty RNs, RNs, LPNs, SRNAs, CMAs, and Private Duty Caregivers. Please complete our online application at www.alliancelexington.com/careers. PetSuites is “The Leader of the Pack” in the pet boarding industry. For over 15 years, we’ve delivered world-class boarding, daycare and grooming services at conveniently located resorts. Our ultimate goal is exceptional customer care for all of our guests. Are you a high energy human with an obsession for pets? We want you! Hamburg PetSuites on Bryant Road is now accepting applications for groomers, pet pros, and hosts. Complete an application in person, or submit resume to 2057 Bryant Road Lexington KY 40509. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, nondisqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.
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PETS
Origin Hotel celebrated their Ribbon Cutting in The Summit at Fritz Farm by donating a check for $2,500 to their nonprofit partner, the Lexington Humane Society.
Dog Days of Summer As the summer heat sets in, it is important to keep pets in mind. Below are some helpful tips from Lexington Emergency Management for dogs, cats, and small pets to keep them cool during the summer. • ALWAYS have cool water accessible • Make frozen treats to help cool your pet off after a long walk • Provide a shaded area that fully covers your dog or cat for best protection • NEVER leave your pet in the vehicle unattended. The temperature in your car can be 20 degrees hotter than it is outside • To check the pavement, put the palm of your hand on the pavement and hold it there for 10 seconds. If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws • Walk your pet during cooler times of the day such as early morning or late evening
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EVENTS Sunday August 4
Yappy Hour, 4 pm, Mirror Twin Brewing
Saturday August 10
Lexington Pit Crew Meet & Greet, 2 pm, Hollywood Feed (The Summit)
Saturday August 17
Wiener Dog Races, 7 pm, Red Mile
Saturday August 24
Doodle Breed Meetup, 11 am, Southern Barker
Saturday September 7
Lexington Humane Society Doggie Paddle, 9 am, Woodland Aquatic Center
Sunday October 20
Woodford Humane Society Canine Olympics, noon, Falling Springs Park (Versailles)
HOME & GARDEN
NEWS Living Legend of Americana comes to Lexington The Mid-Century Society of Lexington, The Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation, and 21c Museum Hotels are bringing Charles Phoenix to The Kentucky Theatre for a live comedy performance on Sunday, August 25 at 7 pm.
EVENTS Sunday August 4
Ethereal Brewing, Goodfellas Distillery, Wise Bird Cider, and Fusion Brewing team up for the 2019 Creek Cleanup in the Distillery District on August 4 from noon to 5 pm.
Thursday August 22
Wild & Scenic Film Festival - A Benefit for the Kentucky Conservation Committee, 6:30 pm, Kentucky Theater
Saturday August 24
Pesky Plants - A workshop on the ecology and identification of the most common problematic plants in the Bluegrass, 10:30 am, The Arboretum
Sunday September 8
The Addicted to Americana author is focusing his affection for all things pop-culture on the Bluegrass State for his first ever Kentucky-centric slide show.
The 2nd annual Nature Hop is Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 11 am to 5 pm. The event is designed to raise awareness of nature in an urban environment, encourage Lexingtonians and visitors to experience natural spaces, and publicize natural areas in Lexington.
great finds.
great prices.
great cause. BIA Builders and Associate Members attended the 2019 Grand Tour of Homes Kick Off Party at The Showplace at Lexington Winnelson.
Everyone deserves a decent place to live. When you shop or donate with our two Lexington Habitat ReStores, you help make it possible. 817 Winchester Road I 451 Southland Drive LexingtonReStore.com I 859.252.2224
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REAL ESTATE: Properties recently sold in Fayette Co. 40502
17-Jun-19 .................1885 HONEY SPRING PL........... $1,125,000 28-Jun-19 .................221 S ASHLAND AVE ..................$1,200,000 17-Jun-19 .................321 CULPEPPER RD ...................$1,050,000 01-Jul-19................... 536 CULPEPPER RD .....................$960,559 21-Jun-19.................. 1409 LAKEWOOD DR ..................$915,000 14-Jun-19.................. 647 TATESWOOD DR................... $750,000 25-Jun-19.................. 494 WOODLAKE WAY ..................$745,000 10-Jun-19.................. 365 QUEENSWAY DR.................. $687,304 13-Jun-19.................. 645 TEAK WOOD DR ....................$684,000 17-Jun-19.................. 3614 BARROW WOOD LN ..........$680,417 04-Jun-19.................. 183 OLD PARK AVE ......................$603,500 29-Jun-19.................. 536 CULPEPPER RD .....................$590,000 24-Jun-19.................. 662 TATESWOOD DR ...................$580,000 26-Jun-19.................. 2384 THE WOODS LN ..................$540,000 10-Jun-19.................. 617 BEECHMONT RD.................. $530,000 03-Jun-19.................. 1380 FONTAINE RD .....................$520,000 12-Jun-19.................. 661 LAKESHORE DR ....................$515,000 14-Jun-19.................. 6 RICHMOND AVE .......................$510,000 03-Jun-19.................. 1378 FONTAINE RD .....................$495,000 07-Jun-19.................. 215 MCDOWELL RD ....................$488,500 12-Jun-19.................. 1917 HART RD .............................$475,000 13-Jun-19.................. 1857 BLAIRMORE CT ...................$450,000 06-Jun-19.................. 3409 FLEETWOOD DR .................$436,000 21-Jun-19.................. 109 OWSLEY AVE .........................$435,500
40503
14-Jun-19.................. 166 VALLEY RD .............................$560,000 10-Jun-19.................. 3510 RABBITS FOOT TRL ..............$455,000 24-Jun-19.................. 534 ARCADIA PARK ......................$431,000 27-Jun-19.................. 117 DANTZLER DR .......................$388,000 14-Jun-19.................. 3192 BLENHEIM WAY .................$386,000 14-Jun-19.................. 3421 CLAYS MILL RD ...................$336,500 27-Jun-19.................. 2435 HEATHER WAY ....................$318,073 28-Jun-19.................. 342 SHERIDAN DR .......................$317,500 05-Jun-19.................. 739 CINDY BLAIR WAY................. $310,000 11-Jun-19.................. 2413 LARKIN RD ..........................$295,000 19-Jun-19.................. 554-556 ARCADIA PARK ..............$290,000 14-Jun-19.................. 253 ALBANY RD ...........................$269,900 05-Jun-19.................. 403 ROSEMONT GARDEN ...........$268,000 14-Jun-19.................. 520 HOLLYHILL DR ......................$267,500 14-Jun-19.................. 108 ROSEMONT GARDEN ...........$265,500 26-Jun-19.................. 158 ZANDALE DR .........................$262,000 21-Jun-19.................. 366 STRATFORD DR .....................$247,250 10-Jun-19.................. 438 RETRAC RD ............................$242,000 21-Jun-19.................. 403 WESTERFIELD WAY ...............$240,500 27-Jun-19.................. 462 STRATFORD DR .....................$237,500 21-Jun-19.................. 2811 PHOENIX RD ......................$227,500 17-Jun-19.................. 508 HADLOW ST ..........................$225,000 05-Jun-19.................. 564 LONGVIEW DR ......................$222,000 28-Jun-19.................. 2270 TUCSON DR ........................$211,000
192 HAYS BLVD, LEXINGTON $229,000
175 HAGGIN LN, VERSAILLES 38 ACRES • $599,000
2905 HIFNER RD, VERSAILLES 31 ACRES • $475,000
139 S TAYLOR LN, GEORGETOWN 52 ACRES • $1,150,000
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40504
07-Jun-19.................. 2085 FALLON RD .........................$335,000 14-Jun-19.................. 1139 ATHENIA DR ........................$320,000 13-Jun-19.................. 1094 MERIDIAN CT ......................$239,900 03-Jun-19.................. 848 PINKNEY DR .........................$210,000 14-Jun-19.................. 1129 MERIDIAN DR .....................$200,000 10-Jun-19.................. 2216 GULFSTREAM DR ...............$199,000 17-Jun-19.................. 925 HOLLY SPRINGS DR ..............$193,200 14-Jun-19.................. 856 DELLA DR ..............................$192,000 14-Jun-19.................. 2144 CYPRESS DR .......................$187,500 10-Jun-19.................. 2184 CYPRESS DR .......................$177,000 28-Jun-19.................. 1037 CAMELLIA DR .....................$165,000 13-Jun-19.................. 998 LANE ALLEN RD .....................$157,500 18-Jun-19.................. 1801 BEACON HILL RD ................$154,000 11-Jun-19.................. 2379 LE HAVRE RD ......................$152,500 21-Jun-19.................. 1730 BEACON HILL RD ................$150,000
40505
07-Jun-19.................. 653 LOMBARDY DR .....................$200,000 07-Jun-19.................. 657 LOMBARDY DR .....................$200,000 27-Jun-19.................. 1837 BRYAN STATION RD ............$198,000 28-Jun-19.................. 1607 RALEIGH RD .......................$194,000 04-Jun-19.................. 1704 CANTRILL DR .......................$189,000 20-Jun-19.................. 544 DOVER RD .............................$185,000 21-Jun-19.................. 629 NORTHSIDE DR ....................$180,000
REAL ESTATE: Properties recently sold in Fayette Co. 40507
26-Jun-19.................. 103 S LIMESTONE U. 1210 ......$1,817,239 26-Jun-19.................. 103 S LIMESTONE U. 1260 ......$1,304,699 26-Jun-19.................. 103 S LIMESTONE U. 1040 .........$693,583 26-Jun-19.................. 103 S LIMESTONE U. 1150 .........$690,778 26-Jun-19.................. 103 S LIMESTONE U. 1020......... $588,489 11-Jun-19.................. 541 W SHORT ST U. 27 ................$245,000 18-Jun-19.................. 499 E HIGH ST STE 306 ...............$215,000
40508
17-Jun-19 .................623 W SHORT ST ...........................$455,000 03-Jun-19 .................469 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD $436,900 04-Jun-19.................. 245 DELMAR AVE......................... $375,000 04-Jun-19.................. 251 DELMAR AVE .........................$375,000 03-Jun-19.................. 624 BELLAIRE AVE ........................$373,500 10-Jun-19.................. 222 MIDLAND AVE U. 4107 ........$279,900 18-Jun-19.................. 230 RAND AVE .............................$250,000 03-Jun-19.................. 255 RAND AVE .............................$229,900 21-Jun-19.................. 125 RAND AVE .............................$209,000 07-Jun-19.................. 721 HEADLEY AVE ........................$200,000
40509
07-Jun-19.................. 1972 DEER MEADOW TRCE $1,000,000 07-Jun-19.................. 2460 WALNUT GROVE LN $770,000 04-Jun-19.................. 3574 COMBS FERRY RD $628,000
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PONDS FOUNTAINS WATERFALLS LANDSCAPING
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10-Jun-19.................. 3853 STILL MEADOW LN $595,000 20-Jun-19.................. 2369 COSIMO WAY $564,136 06-Jun-19.................. 2525 PASCOLI PL $522,000 10-Jun-19.................. 2412 FRANKS WAY $514,500 07-Jun-19.................. 6251 ATHENS WALNUT HILL PIKE $500,000 21-Jun-19.................. 773 ANDOVER VILLAGE DR $479,000 07-Jun-19.................. 3017 BLACKFORD PKWY $435,000 27-Jun-19.................. 4175 TRADITION WAY $419,900 07-Jun-19.................. 2128 RUTLEDGE AVE $415,000 03-Jun-19.................. 1837 CATTLE PATH $414,800 17-Jun-19.................. 2017 HADDRELL CV $412,000 07-Jun-19.................. 284 RICHARDSON PL $405,000 07-Jun-19.................. 3108 AYLESBURY CIR $394,000 14-Jun-19.................. 2453 PASCOLI PL $392,000 18-Jun-19.................. 2417 OGDEN WAY $390,000 21-Jun-19.................. 4349 RIVARD LN $384,000 19-Jun-19.................. 638 BROOKGREEN LN $380,000 03-Jun-19.................. 3680 STOLEN HORSE TRCE $379,000 11-Jun-19.................. 1004 CHETFORD DR $377,000 06-Jun-19.................. 4124 NEEDLERUSH DR $369,900 07-Jun-19.................. 4177 STARRUSH PL $369,500
40513
07-Jun-19.................. 1208 SEBRING LN $605,000 10-Jun-19.................. 3048 OLD FIELD WAY $553,000 14-Jun-19.................. 4512 OLDE BRIDGE CT $525,000 06-Jun-19.................. 2161 SALLEE DR $468,000 13-Jun-19.................. 4725 INMAN DR $450,000 14-Jun-19.................. 2620 SUNGALE CT $412,000
40514
24-Jun-19.................. 2232 BONHAVEN RD $429,000 11-Jun-19 .................1464 CORONA DR $420,000 07-Jun-19 .................1109 WYNDHAM HILLS DR .........$396,000 27-Jun-19.................. 2213 STRASBURG PARK $391,867 07-Jun-19 .................4529 CLUBHOUSE DR $355,000 05-Jun-19 .................2308 ARMATURE CT $352,936 11-Jun-19 .................4772 SCENICVIEW RD $345,000 28-Jun-19 .................1401 COPPERFIELD CT $320,000 19-Jun-19 .................4508 GLENVIEW CT $311,000
40517
19-Jun-19 .................309 CHIPPENDALE CIR $307,000 30-May-19................. 395 REDDING RD U. 24 $305,000 14-Jun-19 .................283 PATCHEN DR $270,000
07-Jun-19.................. 2289 SAVANNAH LN $700,000 12-Jun-19.................. 1200 KANNAPOLIS PL $645,000
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