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BUSINESS UPDATES ..........................................................................................4 BACK TO SCHOOL 2017 ...................................................................................6 FOOTBALL TO KICK OFF IN HAMBURG.........................................................8 USING THE FINEST BERRIES OF THE SEASON............................................10 ALL ABOUT THE KIDS ......................................................................................12 HEALTH NEWS AND EVENTS ...................................................................14-15 SENIOR EVENTS ...............................................................................................17 CALENDAR OF EVENTS ............................................................................18-20 HOME AND GARDEN ......................................................................................21 REAL ESTATE ...............................................................................................22-23

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B U S I N E S S U P DAT E S line “Sit. Stay. Eat.” Joining Double Dogs at the shopping center at 1916 Justice Drive will be a second location of the Greek-style restaurant Taziki’s Mediterranean Café. The restaurant, which also has a location on Southland Drive, features food inspired by a Mediterranean diet, including gyros, salads and hummus, chicken, and grilled lamb and vegetables. The restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner, with catering also available. To commemorate the opening of the second Lexington location, Taziki’s is donating $60,000 to build a house with Lexington Habitat for Humanity. Forcht Bank is presenting the Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 24. Past winners have included A Cup of Common Wealth as 2016’s Business of the Year and Lexington Habitat for Humanity for the Green Initiative Award in 2016. Small businesses are one of Lexington’s most important economic drivers. NEWS Man’s best friend is getting its own place to hang out courtesy of Double Dogs, a dog-themed restaurant opening mid to late September in Hamburg. The family restaurant will welcome dogs on the patio. The latest location of the Kentucky-based chain will feature fresh food that will appeal to all two-legged guests including “Pickled Paw Prints,” Bo’s Dog Bowl Nachos,” and “Steak and Fries Salad.” The restaurant, which will be located at 1916 Justice Drive, will be open for football season and boasts the tag

Gymboree has announced it is closing two Kentucky locations, including the Hamburg location. BUSINESS CALENDAR

FRIDAY, AUG. 4 The 15th Lexington Minority Business Expo is Friday, Aug. 4 at the Lexington Convention Center, starting at 8:30

a.m. This year’s theme will be “Look to the Future.” The Business Opportunity Exchange is embarking on its ninth year. The Kentucky State ENA Council is hosting the 2017 Nursing Education Conference 8 CEs on Friday Aug. 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Campbell House. The keynote speaker at the event is Dr. Ryan Stanton. The topics of discussion will include surviving dreamland, sepsis, STEMI imposters, human trafficking, first hour of trauma, dangers trends, and paramedic to patient.

SATURDAY, AUG. 5 The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting the Second Kentucky Women Veterans State Conference on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 8 am to 2 pm at the Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel. Verna Jones, the Executive Director for The American Legion’s Washington D.C. National Headquarters Office, will be the guest speaker at the conference. The day will also include workshops, networking, lunch, door prizes, vendors, and a fashion show. There will be a Sturgis Staycation Party Saturday, Aug.5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Man O War Harley Davidson Lexington. There will be grilling out, an armwrestling competition, raffle, and more.

50 years of service

Enoch Roberts, executive vice president of Kentucky National Insurance, with headquarters in Hamburg, was recently honored for his 50 years of service with the company. A reception was held in July at the Thoroughbred Club in Lexington with co-workers, family, and friends.

Left: Kentucky National President Rodney Shockley presents an Alaska Cruise to Enoch Roberts. Right (from left to right) Roger Alsip, Donna Alsip, Eddie Woodruff, Debbie Reynolds, Phyllis Roberts, Enoch Roberts, Terry Forcht, Marion Forcht, Laurie Shockley, and Rodney Shockley.

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THURSDAY, AUG. 10 Commerce Lexington will be hosting a Spotlight Series on Thursday, Aug. 10 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Frederick Douglass High School. At this event, administrators from FDHS will discuss the new school including the Career Academies that will be offered there. Info, commercelexington.com.

FRIDAY, AUG. 11 Local First Lexington’s August Coffee Meet Up will be hosted on Friday, Aug. 11 from 8 am to 10 am at Lussi Brown Coffee Bar.

SATURDAY, AUG. 12 The Kentucky Association for Professional African American Women, Inc. are hosting their monthly hangout on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 12 pm to 6 pm at Talon Winery.

THURSDAY, AUG. 17 Commerce Lexington Business Link is Thursday, Aug. 17 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at The Campbell House. This is an opportunity to network with colleagues and other business professionals. Don’t forget your business cards!

THURSDAY, AUG. 24 The Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon is Thursday, Aug. 24 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Keeneland Entertainment Center.

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YMCA and BELL boosts kids’ reading, math skills BY DAN KOETT Families, teachers and community leaders will gathered for a special graduation for 120 Fayette County Public School students who are completed the first ever Power Scholars Academy program in Lexington. The YMCA of Central Kentucky, through a partnership with BELL (Building Educated Leaders for Life) and Fayette County Public Schools, recently completed Power Scholars Academy, a six-week program designed to help first through fifth grade scholars at the most risk of summer learning loss achieve grade-level understanding in English and mathematics. The Power Scholars Academy is designed to increase students’ academic success, boost self-confidence and engage families in the learning process. This is the first summer for the program in Lexington, but it has shown impressive results in cities across the U.S. On average, students gained two months average grade equivalency in English and one and a half month’s equivalency in math during the course of the six-week program. “Bell Academy has given my child the chance to grow socially, learn academically, and have opportunities to connect to his community that he otherwise might not have done over the summer. I love seeing my son’s face when I pick him up at the end of the day; he is smiling ear to ear and can’t wait to tell me about his day,” said Ashley Durham, parent of Power Scholars Academy student. Through the program, 120 scholars gathered every day for six weeks for learning experiences, a nutritious breakfast and lunch, and weekly field trips. Daily, kids took part in: • Specialized instruction in literacy and math • Enrichment activities, life skills, health and fitness, as well as science, technology and engineering • Community time and structured learning.

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Back to School

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Everything you need to know to go ...

FAYETTE COUNTY 2017-2018 INSTRUCTIONAL CALENDAR August

16............................First day of school for students

September

4.....................Labor Day; schools and offices closed

October

5-6........................................................Fall break 27.......................................No classes for students

November

22.................................. Schools and offices closed 23.........Thanksgiving Day; schools and offices closed 24.................................. Schools and offices closed

December

Dec. 20 through Jan. 2........................ Winter break

January 2018

3.................................................... Classes resume 15.........................................Martin Luther King Jr.

Enrollment & Registration

Kentucky law requires children between 6 and 18 years old to attend school. Effective in 2017-18, the birthday cutoff for enrolling in kindergarten is age 5 on or before Aug. 1. Also, families may apply for the district’s preschool program if their child turns 4 on or before Aug. 1 and is income-eligible. Three- and 4-yearolds who have a special need may also apply for preschool. Sign up for 2017-18

To enroll a new student in Fayette County Public Schools, families should go to the school their neighborhood is assigned to and fill out a registration packet. To determine your child’s school, use the SchoolSite Locator tool. Note: Families registering a kindergartner may begin online at www.fcps.net/kinder.

Day; schools and offices closed

February

19............Presidents Day; schools and offices closed

March

16....................................... No classes for students; possible weather make-up day

April

2–6....................................................Spring break

May

22....................Election Day; no classes for students 25.......................... Last day of school for students, pending weather make-up days High school graduations are not set until the threat of bad weather has passed and all make-up days have been announced. Calendars will be updated after the graduation schedule is released. 28..............Memorial Day; schools and offices closed 29-31........................Possible weather make-up days

June

1............................... Possible weather make-up day 4-8..........................Possible weather make-up days 11-14........................Possible weather make-up days (Information courtesy of Fayette County Public Schools)

Registration is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the first day of school, Aug. 16. Attendance zones and redistricting maps

Please bring the following to registration: • Child’s birth certificate or other reliable proof of identity (see below*) • Two proofs of residence, such as a property deed or current lease agreement in your name and a secondary document such as a current utility bill or a current tax bill or receipt • Proof of child’s recent preventative health care exam • Up-to-date Kentucky immunization certificate You may register without these two documents, but your child may not attend school until they are on file with

HAMBURGJOURNAL.COM FCPS. • Proof of an eye exam (due by Jan. 1) • Proof of a dental exam (due by Jan. 1) • Court documents pertaining to your child, if applicable • A legal copy of the child’s birth certificate or another official document proving the child’s identity and date of birth is required for school registration. Among the acceptable alternatives: • Adoption records; • Valid passport or other federal government identification like a Social Security card; • Military identification or immigration card; • Valid Kentucky driver’s license or permit; • Prior school records (other than FCPS) identifying student by name and date of birth; or Statement: “At this time, I am unable to provide the school with one of the acceptable forms of proof listed above. I understand that this constitutes written notice that Kentucky state law requires that I provide the certified birth certificate or one of the above-listed items to the school within 30 days of student enrollment. If I fail to do so, I understand that I will be reported to local law enforcement or the Kentucky State Police for investigation.” You can get a birth-certificate application from the assigned school or from the Fayette County Health Department, 650 Newtown Pike. For more information, call 859.252.2371. Change of Address If your family moves within Lexington, you must update

AUGUST 2017 | 7 your address with FCPS. Turn in the new household and student data form at your child’s school. However, if the move puts you in a different attendance zone, you also need to complete an out-of-area request for your children to finish the school year at their current school. Check the SchoolSite Locator tool to see which schools your new neighborhood is assigned to and complete the out-of-area application; select the reason “My family moved after school started, but I would like my child to attend his/her current school through the end of this school year. We will begin in our new school next year.” Call (859) 381-4122 for assistance. If your family moves during the summer break into a different attendance zone, you should visit the assigned school to register your student under your new address. Be sure to bring two proofs of residence. (Grades K-5 may register during summer sign-up windows, and older students after Aug. 1.) Health Requirements for School

All students enrolling for the first time in Fayette County Public Schools must have the following: A current Kentucky immunization certificate; A physical examination completed within one year prior to or 30 days after entering school; A Kentucky eye examination completed by a licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist by Jan. 1 of the academic year of enrollment; A Kentucky dental examination completed by a licensed dentist or dental hygienist (required for all 5or 6-year-olds enrolled in public school) Middle and high school students must have a

Fayette County Public Schools ... by the numbers These numbers, percentages, and estimates are a mid-fall snapshot of fluid demographics. They are updated soon after Oct. 1 each school year. Fayette County Public Schools Elementary schools.................................................36 Middle schools.........................................................12 High schools..............................................................5 Technical centers.......................................................3 Other academic and alternative programs...............10 2016-17 student population Grades K-5.......................................................19,810 Grades 6-8..........................................................9,262 Grades 9-12......................................................11,692 Other (preschool and over 18)...............................922 Specialized programs & alternative schools.......1,480 (included above) Total students enrolled......................................41,686 District diversity White...........................................................52.3 percent Black...........................................................22.3 percent Hispanic......................................................15.8 percent Asian...........................................................04.4 percent Students with limited English proficiency............................................... 4,089 Native languages spoken by LEP students........................................... 82 Students classified

for Special Education........................................... 4,642 In the cafeterias Breakfasts served (daily average)....................11,561 Lunches served (daily average)........................25,732 Students who qualified for free or reduced meals............................50.7 percent On the school buses Student rides.....................................................35,107 Routes................................................................1,350 Buses on the road................................................ 225 Miles traveled.................................................. 13,500 Annual miles............................................... 2,389,500 FCPS employees Student support staff and administrative/office staff.............................2,616 Full-time teachers.............................................. 2,852 Teachers with advanced degrees.......................2,791 Teachers with National Board certification........... 200 Estimated average teacher salary..................$57,938 Beginning teacher’s salary.............................$42,010 District finances 2017-18 tentative budget.......................... $492.9 million 2015-16 per-pupil spending................ $12,989 (Information courtesy of Fayette County Public Schools)

KHSAA sports physical to be eligible to participate in athletics. The sports physical does not meet the requirement for the sixth-grade or entry physical exam. Out-of-Area Requests

In limited circumstances, a student may be permitted to attend a different school than the one serving their family’s neighborhood. While not all schools are open to out-of-area requests because of space limitations, you may apply for your child to attend an eligible school. Please keep in mind the criteria for applying are extremely limited, and because of capacity concerns, all students are encouraged to attend their assigned schools. The out-of-area online application for the following school year is available after spring break. Placements generally are reviewed during June and July, but might come later for schools with high student enrollment. Out-of-area application school board policy

Students in grades 6 through 12 who attend a school other than their assigned school shall be ineligible for all interscholastic sports for 36 school weeks following approval, unless eligible for a senior waiver. The student’s parent/guardian is responsible for adequate and timely transportation to and from school. The student is expected to demonstrate acceptable behavior, make academic progress, and be in regular attendance.

Fayette County’s ‘Give 10’ Volunteer Initiative program The “Give 10” campaign, which will fully engage our schools by investing valuable human capital, aims to increase widespread support for lifelong learning by placing myriad new volunteers in Lexington’s schools. Fayette County Public Schools challenges community, business, faith-based, and college organizations, families, retirees, and other education advocates to volunteer 10 hours a month to make a difference in students’ lives. You can sign up as an individual or as a team – just let us know how you want to help, and we’ll match you with a school looking for the skills you of fer. Examples: • Mentoring and tutoring students (small group or one-on-one) • Chaperoning field trips • Supervising on the playground • Helping with extra-curricular activities • Assisting with book fairs, festivals, and other school events • Whether you can give an hour a week or an hour a year, FCPS has lots of ways to get involved State law requires a background check for all adult volunteers in public schools every four years. Human Resources in FCPS keeps a list of approved volunteers; for questions, call Betsy Thomas at (859) 381-4345.

Team Work

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Hamburg gets a high school T

he traffic lights went live in July on Winchester Road and on Sir Barton — among the finishing touches that paved the way to Lexington’s newest high school, Frederick Douglass. The school sits on championship horse farm territory, appropriate for the new Stallions ... or Thoroughbreds... (The students will get a vote on their first day of school.) The school sits on championship horse farm territory, appropriate for the new Stallions...or Thoroughbreds... (The students will get a vote on their first day of school.) The new campus is state of the art. Incoming head football coach Brian Landis says, “I’ll tell you what, there isn’t a nicer facility in the state. Our weight room is huge, we have the same equipment as (the University of Kentucky), our field house is beautiful and very functional. It’s like a small college.” The school is home to different academies, which will allow students to choose a specific path, similar to college. “Our wall to wall academy structure will ensure that every student experiences a focused and intentional curriculum of their choosing,” says Lester Diaz, Douglass’s inaugural principal. Landis describes Lexington as a “beautiful place with southern appeal and full of great people. The people are passionate about their sports teams, and are very supportive. I am proud to be a Lexington native.” And in August, in the South, what’s on everybody’s mind is Friday Night Lights and high school football. Meet Coach Brian Landis Coach Landis comes to Douglass from UK, and Eastern Kentucky University prior

“It doesn’t matter if you’re coaching Little League, or if you’re coaching in the NFL - ball is ball.”

— Coach Brian Landis

to that. “The grind was fine, I didn’t mind the grind at all. I loved it,” says Landis on his time spent working 100 hours a week in college football. He played at Georgetown College and was part of the 2000 national championship team. After graduating from Georgetown, he became a coach there and continued his career at the college for the next 13 years. In 2015, Landis moved over to Eastern Kentucky University before heading to UK for the 2016 season. Among his proudest accomplishments are “winning a national title at Georgetown, taking UK to overtime when I was at EKU, and going to a bowl game at UK.” “In 1999, we lost the national championship game after leading 20-0 at the half,” he recalls. “The next year, we made it back to the championship and played the very same team. Ironically, we won the game 20-0. We even double deferred (kicked off to start both halves). It was probably one of the greatest, boldest coaching moves I’ve been a part of by Coach Cronin,” (his mentor). “He trusted in our defense and we went out and stoned them at the 20 with a 3 and out, our offense got the ball back at midfield and scored to put the game out of reach. It was demoralizing for the opponent. The

season was magical. We knew what we did the year before wasn’t good enough. We set a goal, worked the details of the plan daily, stayed the course, and trusted in the process. The end result was a national title. A very special season with men who are very successful now. It is no coincidence. We didn’t allow average behaviors or people in our program. What [we] accomplished was a credit to the staff for taking us to a place where we could not take ourselves. Teaching us how to be winners.” “The three coaches I have worked for are all very different,” he says. “(UK Head Football) Coach (Mark) Stoops taught me the value of staying the course, fighting through adversity. (EKU Head Football) Coach (Dean) Hood taught me the value of relationships and the importance of having core values. His players absolutely loved him. Coach Cronin, my boss and coach at Georgetown, is my mentor. He probably has made the biggest impact on my life. He has more wins than anyone in this state, has coached in five national title games, and is set to be the next president of the AFCA (American Football Coaches Association). His program is what I hope ours looks like in a few years. He stresses the importance of character, discipline, and accountability. He wins with class and his players represent the program in outstand-

Brian Landis ing fashion. It truly is amazing what he has built down there.” “The relationships with the players and coaches” are among his favorite football memories. Of course, there are others. “My worst memory was when we were ranked number 1 in the nation and lost in the first round of the playoffs on a kickoff return for a TD with one minute left in the game. That was the best team I have ever been around. They absolutely loved each other. We were good enough to win a National Title that year. I hated it for those kids. Another miserable experience was when I was at EKU and we took Kentucky to overtime and lost. We had them beat at Commonwealth. They converted on 4th and 5 for a game tying touchdown. Our (defensive back), one of my all time favorite kids, played the man as well as you could play and it was a perfect ball thrown. When they got us to overtime, I knew we were in trouble. We were running out of gas. But the good news is, if we had beat them, I probably wouldn’t be working for them the next year!”

alance is key though. Landis acknowledges, “You get to the point where you have to ask yourself: do I want to be a better father or do I want to be a better coach.” “One of my professional goals was to become a head coach. I loved coaching college, the atmosphere, the places we went, the people I worked with. But at the end of the day, I was missing out on my own kids’ accomplishments. I felt I had a lot

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to give back to the city I have lived in for 15 years. When they approached me about the job, I was blown away at how committed our administration was to building something special. Everything is first class. First class administrators and first class facilities.” At Douglass, he welcomes the challenge of getting a new program off the ground, explaining that he’s “a firm believer that nothing good comes from ease. I love the challenge of taking 83 different players from three different programs and creating our own culture with them. We are trying to get kids to do things our way. We have a plan and the kids are starting to buy in to it.”

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It doesn’t matter if you’re coaching little league, or if you’re coaching in the NFL, ball is ball. It’s all the same. You just got a little bit better kid at a different level.”

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He knows, “The kids will achieve to the level you demand.” The top three things he demands of his players, “Effort, positive attitude, and toughness (EAT). We tell them to EAT!” “The ability to do that over and over again, that’s what discipline is,” says Landis. “I have to grow them from a character standpoint,” Landis says. He wants his players to be able to wear their Douglass football shirt around the community and people to see and think ‘Wow, that is an awesome kid right there. That kid has character and class.’ He believes that if others in the community can see that in his players, then they will go on and do great things in their lives.” “Watching kids grow and teaching them how to have success inspires me. I have had the successes of a lifetime

already, winning a national title as a player and one as an assistant coach. It is the most unbelievable feeling in the world. The joy I was able to witness coming from those players’ hearts was a feeling I am addicted to. I want every kid that plays for me to have that feeling. I want them to experience excellence, I want them to feel the pain of discipline and reap the rewards of their work. I want them to do great things when they leave me, I want them be prepared to handle anything that life throws at them.” “I want every kid who leaves here to leave a better version of himself,” Landis says. Friday Night Lights had it right. Clear minds. Full hearts. Can’t lose.

Looking ahead to FDHS basketball

Incoming Frederick Douglass High School Head Basketball Coach Kurt Young comes to Lexington from a record-setting season at Mercer County. He wasn’t looking to make a move, but Douglass was irresistible. “The opportunity to not only start a program but build on the old FDHS was a once in a lifetime opportunity. The location was also a factor. Lexington, especially Hamburg, is a tremendous place to live and raise a family. Also, Lexington is the hub of basketball not only in the state but in the country. Nowhere combines the tradition and love for basketball like Lexington. Add that to the new facilities, the vision of the administration, the talent pool, and hopefully the local support, it was something that I could not turn down.” He adds, “I was a college coach for 20 years and traveled all over. Whenever, I mentioned that I was from Kentucky, people would talk about how much people from Kentucky loved basketball and it must be great to be a

coach from there. They were right and now I get to do it in Lexington. It is different in Kentucky. I made it to the state championship game in my only season in Virginia High school and it didn’t match the energy of the district or regional championships last year at Mercer.” Building a new program from the ground up has its pros and cons. “The excitement and the opportunity to establish the culture, expectations, standards, and traditions are the greatest things about starting new. The tough things about starting one from scratch is the fundraising from the ground up and little things like waiting for the gym to be finished. But those are small prices to pay to be able to be a part of something so special.” He’s confident Douglass is “going to be a great environment and opportunity. I am also looking forward to getting know everyone in the Hamburg area. We truly want Douglass basketball to be part of the community and something that the community of Hamburg will be proud of.”

Kurt Young

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FOOD

Savor the season

Find the best of summer berries BY TOM YATES

lackberry picking was a noble chore on our family farm in western Kentucky. During those blistering hot midsummer days, there were blackberries to be had and someone had to pick them. It was a rough and tumble business. You see, we didn’t grow blackberries on our old Kentucky farm. They simply arrived. Our blackberries grew in places my father’s bush hog couldn’t reach or mow. The tangled prickly brambles twisted through overgrown barbed wire fence rows, corner thickets, rugged ravines, crumbling abandoned farm buildings, and camouflaged critter camps. I was the fetcher of the blackberries. Ever mindful to leave the top berries for the birds while rustling up enough noise to ward off snakes, I was the hunter and gatherer of the summer field berries. Outfitted in long sleeved flannel shirts, heavy socks, and rolled up dungarees for protection, my pretend armor was a suffocating ruse. After every expedition, without fail, I hobbled home with ankle-high cockelburs, chiggers, deep scratches, bloody hands, and blackberries. A big win for an adventurous farm boy. During the weeks of blackberry season, the fruits of my labor brought on summer cobblers, pies, muffins, pancake syrups, and macerated ice cream sauces. For those few fleeting weeks, I felt like the noble prince of summer. Nowadays, I leave the picking to our hard working farmers. See you later snakes, thorns, chiggers, and bloody heat. Hello, sweet plump summer blackberries. Ripe for the picking at our local farmers’ markets. Goat Cheese Cheesecake With Blackberry Basil Coulis Any fruit or berry would pair beautifully with goat cheese cheesecake. Right now, blackberries are having their moment in the sun. Coulis

I tumbled 1 pint Pulaski County blackberries into a saucepan, added 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice, a pinch ground white pepper, and 3 whole fresh basil leaves. After cranking the heat to medium high to melt the sugar, I reduced the heat to a simmer and let it rip until the berries collapsed from the heat. When the blackberries released their juices and disintegrated into the sauce, I pulled the coulis from the heat, strained it through a fine mesh strainer, discarded the basil-flecked pulp, and set the coulis aside to cool. Crust. To add a subtle savory bent, I crushed 3 tablespoons shelled pistachios in a food processor before tossing them with 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons melted butter. After buttering 8 individual 4 ounce ramekins,

I spooned the crumb mixture into each ramekin, tamped the buttered crumbs firmly into the edges, slid the ramekins into a 325 degree oven for 8 minutes, and pulled them from the oven to cool. Filling. A fun little ride on the wild side. After bringing 11 ounces cream cheese and 4 ounces goat cheese to room temperature, I tossed both into a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, I beat the cheeses together for 2 to 3 minutes before adding 2 Elmwood Stock Farm eggs (one at a time until incorporated), 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons sour cream, and a pinch of salt. To ensure maximum creaminess, I beat the filling on medium speed for 10 full minutes before

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carefully filling each buttered cup. After placing the ramekins into a hot water bath, I carefully slid them into a preheated 300 degree oven for 24 minutes, pulled them from the oven, let the cheesecakes rest in the water bath for 10 minutes, and transferred them to a wire rack to cool completely before sliding them into the refrigerator to chill overnight. After bringing the cheesecakes to room temperature, I dipped the ramekins into hot water to loosen the crusts, ran a sharp knife around the edges to release the fillings, and inverted them crust side up to serve on puddles of coulis with fresh blackberries and garden basil leaves. Both bold and delicate, the salty sweet crunch of the pistachio crust countered the soft creamy tang of the goat cheese cheesecake. While the basil-infused berry coulis provided a tart bright punch, the plump fresh blackberries added warming sweet pops of summer. Summer berries. Savor the season.

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ALL ABOUT KIDS

SATURDAY, AUG. 5 The Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library will host a Lego Lab on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Put imagination to work and stop by for some free-builld Lego fun. Plan, create, and build at your own pace or work with friends. This event is designed for children grades K-5. For more information, call 859.231.5500,

ext. 1005 or go to www.lexpublib.org/locations/eastside-branch. Registration for the next session of the Masterson Station Park Equestrian Program will begin Aug. 5. The times are for ages 10-15 will be Aug. 5, starting at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. for ages 16 and up. The Masterson Station Park Equestrian Program offers safe and affordable horseback riding lessons. Classes include beginner, interme-

diate and advanced classes and there are several classes of each level. Each session consists of eight lessons. Classes will run Aug. 21 through Oct. 13. Registration for all sessions will take place at McConnell Springs Nature Center, 416 Rebmann Lane Lexington.

THURSDAY, AUG. 10 Solar Eclipse Science will be the focus of a children’s workshop on Thursday, Aug.10 at the Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library from 2 until 3 p.m. Learn all about the upcoming solar eclipse and complete fun crafts and activities. This event is designed for children grades K-5. For more information, call 859.231.5500, ext. 1005 or go to www.lexpublib.org/locations/eastside-branch.

SATURDAY, AUG. 12 The Kentucky Reptile Expo will be held Saturday, Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lexington Convention Center. The Kentucky Reptile Expo features captive bred reptiles and supplies from some of the top breeders in the country. For more information, visit www.kentuckyreptileexpo.com.

THURSDAY, AUG. 17 The Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library will host a preschool dance party on Thursday, Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the large conference room. Preschoolers dance to cool tunes for kids. This event is designed for ages 2 to 5 years old. To register or for more information, call 859.231.5500, ext. 1005 or go to www. lexpublib.org/locations/eastside-branch.

SATURDAY, AUG. 26 There will be a Saturday Drop-In Craft program at the Eastside Branch of the

Lexington Public Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the children’s program room. This is a drop-in craft program for all children. Stop by the library to check out few books and and make a small craft to take home. For more information, call 859.231.5500, ext. 1005 or go to www.lexpublib.org/locations/ eastside-branch.

SUNDAY, AUG. 27 The YMCA of Central Kentucky will host a Kids Triathlon Sunday, Aug. 27. Checkin begins at 6:15 a.m. and participants must be checked in by 7 a.m. There will be a race meeting at 7:10 a.m. which is mandatory for participants and parent/guardian. The triathlon begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be available after the race. Registration continues through Aug. 24. For more information, go to www.ymcacky.org The YMCA of Central Kentucky will host a Kids Triathlon Sunday, Aug. 27. Check-in begins at 6:15 a.m. and participants must be checked in by 7 a.m. There will be a race meeting at 7:10 a.m. which is mandatory for participants and parent/guardian. The triathlon begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be available after the race. Registration continues through Aug. 24. For more information, go to www.ymcacky.org Touch a Truck Benefit for The Child Development Center of the Bluegrass will be held Sunday, Aug. 27 through Monday, Aug. 28 at the Keeneland Entertainment Center. Geared at families with kids under 12 , this benefit for the Child Development Center of the Bluegrass will feature a round 50 large trucks – dump trucks , ambulances, cranes, fire trucks, limos , etc. Kids will be able to climb in, honk the horn, touch and get up close to vehicle s they might not otherwise have the chance to.

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YMCA to host back to school rallies Each year, the YMCA of Central Kentucky, in partnership with Fayette County Public Schools, sponsors and community partners, hosts the annual Neighborhood Back to School Rallies. The rallies provide elementary, middle and high school students with free back packs and school supplies. Each neighborhood distributes supplies for all grade levels. The Back to School Rallies is an initiative of the Y, which has served as the central coordinator of this event since 2011. Since that time, more than 35,000 children have been served. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 5. Each neighborhood solicits its own grassroots support and plans its own food and activities. The goal of this initiative is to prepare children for school and to

unify our neighborhoods for even greater self-advocacy and community planning. Neighborhoods build bridges with schools, churches and local businesses by establishing relationships that they can utilize in the future for a variety of purposes. The schedule of events is: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Registration at all locations and fun activities (Bingo, inflatables, guest speakers, games, arts and crafts and more. 10 a.m. - Press conference at Douglass Park 11 a.m. to noon - Food distribution at all locations Noon to 1 p.m. - Backpack distribution Children must be with a parent/ guardian in order to receive supplies. For more information, go to www.ymcacky.org

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Physician-pharmacist teams benefit brain health in older patients

Members of the Moga lab from left, Erin Abner, Daniela Moga and Lynne Eckmann. BY KRISTIE COLON New findings from University of Kentucky faculty published in Alzheimer’s Research and Therapy demonstrate the value of physician-pharmacist teams in providing elderly care. As people age, the number of prescribed medications tends to increase, raising the level of complexity for both patient care and medication therapy. In the United States, patients over 60 take an average of five different medications, many of which are prescribed by different physicians. This complexity often results in a higher probability of inappropriate drug prescriptions and side effects, including cognitive impairment. This is especially relevant for patients living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Anticholinergics drugs – used

extensively to treat nausea, peptic ulcers, lung disease, dizziness, and other conditions common in elderly patients – are often the culprits of inappropriate prescriptions. While they sometimes prove helpful, they’ve also been known to result in cognitive decline in certain patients. Therefore, it is essential to find the right balance between risks and benefits for individuals patients. In order to examine this further, Dr. Daniela Moga from UK College of Pharmacy and Dr. Greg Jicha from the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging partnered together to conduct an 8-week randomized trial with patients from the UK’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging. Their aim was to investigate whether a targeted patient-centered pharmacist-physician Medication Therapy Management team intervention could reduce the

incidents of inappropriate prescribing of anticholinergics. Their research was the first step in evaluating whether intervention can improve cognitive function in patients. Their findings showed promise. Compared to the control group, patients receiving the intervention showed a reduction in the number of anticholinergic drugs. In addition, patients appreciated the opportunity to participate in the study and recognized the importance of optimizing their treatment. Moga and Jicha will follow a larger cohort of patients for one year, and further evaluate the long-term effects of intervention by a Medication Therapy team. Physicians are constantly managing risks and benefits of medications with patients, and sometimes the potential for adverse effects is not fully recognized. “When physicians and pharmacists work

together, everyone wins,” Moga said. “It’s clear that including a pharmacist on the patient-care team means better outcomes and better healthcare for patients.” “This study highlights the benefits of patient-centered medical teams that improve drug choices and the health of elderly patients, many of whom have highly complex medical conditions and needs,” said Greg Graf, assistant dean for translational research and UK College of Pharmacy faculty member. “The project is a collaborative effort between the UK Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy, and we’re proud of the work we’re able to do together.” This research was funded in part by the UK Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences, Sanders-Brown Center on Aging, the National Institutes of Health, the Office of Women’s Health Research and the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

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The Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group, hosted by the Fayette County Health Department will be held Tuesday, Aug. 1 from noon until 1 p.m. at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department South, 2433 Regency Rd. For more information, call 859.288.2446.

Hearing Loss Association of America Lexington Chapter will hold a meeting Thursday, Aug. 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library. The chapter is a self-help organization dedicated to education, advocacy and support for people who do not hear well. They offer emotional support, camaraderie, tips and techniques for living with hearing loss, and technical information about hearing assistance devices. The meetings are free.. For more information, email infolex@hlaa-ky.org or go to the www.hlaa-ky.org/lexington website.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 2 The Fayette County Health Department will host a gestational diabetes class Wednesday, Aug. 2 and every Wednesday from 1 until 2 p.m. at the Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Learn how to eat and protect your baby after being diagnosed with gestational diabetes. If you have a glucose meter, please bring it to class. Call 895.288.2446 to confirm. Hamburg Pavillon will host “Yoga On The Patio” at Grassroots Pharmacy in Hamburg each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event.

TUESDAY, AUG. 8 The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department will host a food manager certification class on Tuesday, Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Dr. Rice C. Leach Community Room at 650 Newtown Pike. For more information, call 859.231.9791.

SATURDAY, AUG. 12 The Walk to End Lupus Now, sponsored by the Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter, will be held Saturday, Aug. 12, starting at 8 a.m. This is a family fun event and one-mile walk to bring awareness and raise funds for lupus research. Music, fun photos, clowns, bounce house, all designed to harness the passion and power of our community. For more information, go to www.lupus.org/ midsouth/home

TUESDAY, AUG. 15 The Lexington Fayette County Health Department will host a diabetes prevention class Tuesday, Aug. 15 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Free year-long intensive program helps overweight adults or those diagnosed with pre-diabetes

reduce their risk for developing full diabetes. Begins with weekly meetings. For more information, call 859.288.2347

THURSDAY, AUG. 17 There will be a breastfeeding basic class Thursday, Aug. 17 from 7 until 8:30 p.m. at Babies R Us in Hamburg. Free class for expecting parents, covers how to breastfeed, knowing baby gets enough, and pumps and supplies.

TUESDAY, AUG. 22 The Freedom from Smoking cession classes will begin Tuesday, Aug, 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Eastside Branch of the Lexington Public Library. Quitting smoking isn’t easy but it’s easier with the right help. Freedom From Smoking helps develop a plan of action that leads you to your quit day. Call 859.309.1700 to register or for more information.

SATURDAY, AUG. 26 The American Cancer Society’s Belles & Beaus Ball will be held Saturday, Aug. 26 from 6 until midnight at Keene Barn at Keeneland. This is a one-of-a-kind evening featuring great food, dancing, a spectacular auction, and much more. Tickets are on sale at www.bellesandbeauslexington.org.

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SENIOR EVENTS AND NEWS WEDNESDAY, AUG. 2 The Lexington Senior Center will be hosting a day trip to “My Old Kentucky Dinner Train” on Wednesday, Aug. 2. The trip will begin as travelers depart the LSC at 10 a. m. and will return to the center at 4 p.m. The cost of the trip includes motor coach, luncheon, train trip and driver/server gratuity. For more information, call 859.278.6072 or go to www.lexingtonky.gov/ lexington-senior-center The Golden Arches group takes a walk each Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9 a.m. on the walking path at the back of the Lexington Senior Center. Everyone can walk at their own pace. Make sure to wear good walking shoes and bring a water bottle. For more information, call 859.278.6072

FRIDAY, AUG.4 The Friday Friends meets at the conference room of the Lexington Senior Center at 2:30 p.m. These meetings are designed to determine a location outside the center for lunch. For more information, call 859.278.6072 or go to www.lexingtonky.gov/ lexington-senior-center.

TUESDAY, AUG. 8 There will be a new Zumba toning class each Tuesday, starting at 5 p.m. at the Lexington Senior Center. This is a new class. Zumba Gold classes will be held every Thursday at 5 p.m. For more information, call 859.278.6072 or go to www.lexingtonky. gov/lexington-senior-center

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9 The State Health Insurance Program will be at the Lexington Senior Center the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon to counsel people on health insurance coverage, benefits and consumer rights. No appointment necessary. For more information, call 859.278.6072 or go to www.lexingtonky.gov/ lexington-senior-center.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 16 The Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers - Early Stage program will help participants understand the common symptoms and behaviors seen in early stages of Alzheimer’s and how to address them. Caregivers will learn the importance of early planning and how to build an effective care team.Guest presenters will include Dr. Greg Cooper, Linda Blair, and April Stauffer. This program will take place Aug. 16 at the Lexington Public Library, Tates Creek Branch, located at 3628 Walden Drive, Lexington, from 1 to 4 p.m. To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900. This program was created especially for family caregivers, so please no professionals.Program sponsored by Diversified Nursing Consultants. Snacks will be provided.

TUESDAY, AUG. 22 The Lexington Senior Center will sponsor a trip to the Kentucky State Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 22. The group will depart the center at 9 p.m. and return at 5:30 p.m. The cost includes van, fair admission and gratuities. For more information, call 859.278.6072 or go to www.lexingtonky.gov/ lexington-senior- center.

THURSDAY, AUG. 24 The Lexington Senior Center will host an aging support group Thursday, Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. Stop by the center every fourth Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. for lively discussions of all things related to aging, life after retirement and tips on staying brain and heart healthy in the golden years. Share tips and tricks with the group, get to know fellow participants and enjoy a monthly meeting devoted to anything and everything you want to discuss. Call Amanda Patrick at 278-6072 for more information and to suggest a topic for discussion.

Senior center needs volunteers for food preparation and delivery The Lexington Senior Center is looking for volunteers for monthly food prep and delivery, people to assist with parties and special events, as well as individuals to assist with folding, addressing and sending out the Center’s newsletter to 800+ recipients each month. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering, contact Amanda at apatrick@ lexingtonky.gov.)

Special summer events for seniors The senior center at the Bell House, 545 Sayre Ave. will be hosting several weekly events over the summer including: • The Monday Club: Lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the program starting at noon. Reservations are needed for all provided luncheons. • Piano lessons each Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The Troubadours Choral Group meets Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The group is currently recruiting singers to join the choral group. No experience needed. • Chair yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting at 2 p.m. • Aging with grace exercise class each Wednesday and Friday from 9 until 10 a.m. • Adult coloring class each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Beaus & Belles Hand Bell Group meets at 10 a.m. each Thursday. The group is recruiting bell ringers to join the group. No experience needed. • A ceramics class is held Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. • The Friday Friends will meet each Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Bell House conference room.

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Rock legend Graham Nash will be performing Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lexington Opera House.

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 2 The Kentucky Theatre’s Summer Film Series brings old favorites to the big screen every Wednesday during the summer. All showings include organ music and an audience chorus of “My Old Kentucky Home.” In August, the films will include Aug. 2 - “The Glenn Miller Story”; Aug. 9 - “The Lion in Winter”; Aug. 16 - “The Night of the Hunter”; Aug. 23 - “Monty Python and the Holy Grail; and Aug. 30 - “The Big Lebowski.” Films will be presented at 1:30 and 7:15 p.m. each Wednesday. Hamburg Pavillon will host “Yoga On The Patio” at Grassroots Pharmacy in Hamburg each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event. Everclear will be performing Thursday, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Manchester Music Hall. The Girl Project 2017 will be presented Thursday, Aug, 3 through Saturday, Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. at Transylvania University’s Lucille Little Theatre. This is a one-of-a-kind performance explores pressing topics in today’s society as told through the lens of 12 high school-aged girls. This performance is relevant to all ages and walks of life, and is rated PG-13 due to the realities within. For more information, go to www.woodfordtheatre.com/education/the-girl-project/ Ballet Under the Stars will be presented Thursday, Aug. 3 through Aug. 6 with a 8 p.m. pre-show with main curtain at 9 p.m. in Woodland Park. Ballet Under the Stars

allows audiences to enjoy the beauty of a professional ballet in a relaxed, casual outdoor park setting. The event will begin with a pre-show youth production of “Madeline’s Trip to Paris” at 8 p.m., followed by a main performance featuring professional dancers from Kentucky Ballet Theatre. For more information, go to www.lexingtonky.gov/ ballet-under-stars.

FRIDAY, AUG. 4 The 15th anniversary Lexington-Bluegrass Minority Business Expo will be held Friday, Aug. 4 from 7:30 a.m. ti 4 p.m. at the Lexington Convention Center. The

expo is dedicated to the education and growth of minority and women owned businesses. The luncheon keynote speaker will be Dr. Randal Pinkett, author and CEO of BCT Partners. For more information, go to www.lexingtonmbe.com The Annual Corn Boil, hosted by Daughters of the Nile, will be held Friday, Aug, 4 from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Oleika Shrine Temple. Bring family, friends, and neighbors for all-you-can-eat including corn on the cob, green beans, slaw, tomatoes, cornbread, ham and a drink. All proceeds shall go to the general fund and benefit the activities of Akielo Temple No. 128, Daugh-

ters of the Nile. The 2017 Fountain Films On Friday will continue Friday, Aug. 4 with a presentation of Mean Girls on Friday, Aug. 4. The series will continue Aug. 11 with The Mask and Aug, 18 with Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. This event is free and open to the public.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 The YMCA of Central Kentucky, in partnership with Fayette County Public Schools, sponsors and community partners, hosts the annual Neighborhood Back to

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS School Rallies Saturday, Aug. 5, starting at 9 a.m. The rallies provide elementary, middle and high school students with free back packs and school supplies. Each neighborhood solicits its own grassroots support and plans its own food and activities. For more information, go to www.ymcacky.org Green House17 is hosting a U-Pick Day on their farm on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Head to the farm with your friends and family to pick fresh flowers from the farm. Bring them home and add some color to your house. There will be a Sturgis Staycation Party Saturday, Aug.5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Man O War Harley Davidson Lexington. They will be grilling out, an armwrestling competition, raffle, and more!. Come out to watch or compete in the armwrestling at noon on Saturday, Aug. 5 at Man O War Harley Davidson Lexington. There will be food and drinks available. There will be competitions for kids, women, amateurs, and pros. Kids are free to enter. Double elimination, AAA rules. First, second, and third-places will be awarded. There will be awards and/or cash prizes for class winners - up to $150 in cash. For more information, or to pre-register, contact Thomas Riggs at 859.227.2080. On Saturday, Aug. 5, enjoy some backto-school shopping on one of the final weekends of summer vacation at Hamburg Pavilion for a fun day of classic cars, entertainment and more. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit the Lexington Cars & Coffee Classic Car Club set up along Vendor Way to take a look at some vintage and classic vehicles, and vote on your favorite to win a trophy. Grab a bite from HogFathers BBQ and Catering at about 2 p.m. From 1 to 4 p.m., it’s the kids turn for entertainment. Lighter Than-Air inflatables will have its bounce house set up at the Grassroots patio. There will also be face painting and live music from singer/guitar player Tyrus York. All events are free to attend. Registration for the next session of the Masterson Station Park Equestrian Program will begin Aug. 5. The times are for ages 10-15 will be Aug. 5, starting at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. for ages 16 and up. The Masterson Station Park Equestrian Program offers safe and affordable horseback riding lessons. Classes include beginner, intermediate and advanced classes and there are several classes of each level. Each session consists of eight lessons. Classes will run Aug. 21 through Oct. 13. Registration for all sessions will take place at McConnell Springs Nature Center, 416 Rebmann Lane Lexington.

SUNDAY, AUG. 6 The Diamond Rings and Pretty Things Wedding Show will be held Sunday, Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lexington Convention Center. Discover all the info you need to plan the day of your dreams. Meet great wedding pros, enjoy tasty food and cake samples and stay for the fashion show at 3:30 pm. For more information, go to www.lexingtonbridalshows.com The BIG3, the highly-anticipated 3-on-3 professional basketball league, will play Rupp Arena on Sunday, Aug. 6, starting at 2 p.m., with four back-to-back games featuring All-Star basketball icons and celebrated fan favorites. For more information, go to www.big3.com

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Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor will be in concert Sunday, Aug. 6 at p.m. with special guest Bonnie Raitt at the Yum Center in Louisville.

MONDAY, AUG. 7 Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth of Lexington and Planet Salon will hold a Cut-A-Thon on Monday, Aug. 7 from noon until 8 p.m. in the salon’s Lexington and Frankfort locations. The CutA-Thon will feature haircuts with all money raised going to SAFY for foster youth and family activities. Planet Salon is located in the Hamburg Pavilion and Beaumont Centre in Lexington. For more information about the Cut-A-Thon or to learn about how you can help a foster youth or family, call SAFY of Lexington at 859-971-2585.

THURSDAY, AUG, 10 Brad Paisley returns to Riverbend Music Center with Dustin Lynch, Chase Bryant, and Lindsay Ell on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m.

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ness and raise funds for lupus research. Music, fun photos, clowns, bounce house, all designed to harness the passion and power of our community. For more information, go to www.lupus.org/midsouth/home The Kentucky Reptile Expo will be held Saturday, Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lexington Convention Center. The Kentucky Reptile Expo features captive bred reptiles and supplies from some of the top breeders in the country. For more information, visit www.kentuckyreptileexpo.com. Come out for a great ride and enjoy the festivities while raising money for military families. Mark calendars for the Lexington Flags Ride For USA Cares on Saturday, Aug 12 at Man O’War Harley-Davidson. This all day event kicks off with a patriotic ceremony and a tribute to those serving our great country, followed by a Flags Ride throughout central and eastern Kentucky. For event details and registration, visit the event page at www.flagsride17lexington. eventbrite.com. A Midsummer Night’s Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 12. Runners and walkers will take to the streets of downtown Lexington for a night of entertainment and activities. The night begins with the Fastest Kid in Town race (ages 3 years and up) at 4:30 p.m., followed by the One-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 6:30 p.m. Concluding the night is the main event, the 5K A Midsummer Night’s Run, at 8 p.m. For more information, go to www.amidsummer5k.com. The Wild and Scenic Film Festival, an evening of exciting films full of wild adventures, canoe trips, climbing, hiking, natural wonders and more, will be held Thursday, Aug. 17, starting at 7 p.m. This will be two hours of incredible short films, plus special guests and giveaways, as a benefit for the Kentucky Conservation Committee. For more information, go to www.kyconservation.org

TUESDAY, AUG. 15 “A Corbin Cornbread Convocation” is presented by The Wrigley Taproom and Appalachian Food Summit Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 6 until 8 p.m. This is a culinary and literary event honoring and sharing the culture of the Appalachian region, and supporting the work of the Appalachian Food Summit. The night will include cocktails, a five-course menu, and readings from award-winning Appalachian authors Ronni Lundy, Silas House, and more.

FRIDAY, AUG. 18 Picnic with the Pops will be held Friday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Keene Meadow, 4201 Versailles Road, starting at 6 p.m. each night. Join the Lexington Philharmonic for two consecutive nights of electrifying pop orchestra. On Friday, Aug. 18, see the classic “Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark” with the score performed live. On Saturday, Aug, 19,, enjoy a homage to the music of Michael Jackson. For more information, go to www.lexpops.com/ wp/about-picnic-with-the-pops/ A Summer Soiree will be held Friday, Aug. 18, from 7 p.m. until midnight, at the 21c Museum Hotel in Lexington.This cocktail-attire event will feature live music from Tee Dee Young, great food from Lockbox, 21c’s restaurant; live performance art; and a silent auction. This year’s event highlights the Community Action Council’s commitment to education at all levels as a path to self-sufficiency.

SATURDAY, AUG. 19 The Woodland Church Arts Festival will be held Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Woodland Christian Church. There are usually 85 artists and craftsmen displaying and selling original creations such as paintings, woodworking, jewelry, metal work, pottery, glassware, clothing and accessories, food and much more. There

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The American Cancer Society’s Belles & Beaus Ball will be held Saturday, Aug. 26 from 6 until midnight at Keene Barn at Keeneland. This is a one-of-a-kind evening featuring great food, dancing, a spectacular auction, and much more. Several men and women will be honored for their significant contributions to the fight against cancer. Tickets are on sale at www.bellesandbeauslexington.org. The VNE Community Business Cafe will be open Saturday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lyric Theatre. The VNE Community Business Cafe is a networking event that will showcase regional businesses and vendors. The proceeds for this event will be given to a local author who cannot afford to publish a book. For more information, go to www.vashaunnicole.com. The 2017 Lexington Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be held Saturday, Aug. 26, starting at 9 a.m., at the Fayette County Courthouse. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. For more information, go to www.act.alz.org. The Bluegrass Crime Stoppers Shootout will be held Saturday, Aug. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Police Firing Range on Airport Road. Compete against Kentucky’s best shooters in the annual fundraiser. Law enforcement and civilian competitors are welcome. First time shooters are welcome. For more information, go to www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com

is food and drinks available; tables in the shade to rest; indoor restrooms and kitchen facilities are available to artists. Contact Scotty or Steve Coon, festival coordinators, for any addition information at artfestivalatwoodland@gmail.com. The 2017 Waveland Cruise will be held Saturday, Aug. 19 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Waveland Historic Site. This will be a “historic” cruise at the location. There will be fun and games, entertainment and more. There will be a car movie “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” shown on the side of the barn at dusk. Tickets will be sold on site. Home Seed Saving 101 will be held Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. at Bluegrass Greensource. Green Living Lab is a new workshop series to help build the skills y to live more sustainably. Learn how to garden with an eye toward saving seeds of the veggies you love the most. Participants will receive envelopes and samples of seasonal seeds to start their collections. For registration and more visit www.BgGreensource.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 23 Actor and author Bruce Campbell will be signing copies of his new memoir “Hail to the Chin - the Further Confessions of a ‘B’ Movie Actor” Wednesday, Aug, 23 from 7 until 9 p.m. at Joseph Beth Booksellers.

FRIDAY, AUG. 25 Friday Family Night is back again at the Hamburg Pavilion on the final Friday of the month. Friday Family Night begins at 5 pm at the Hamburg Village Gazebo. There will be entertainment and crafts in the gazebo until 8 pm for kids of all ages.

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The fourth-annual Burgers, Bourbon and Beer event will be held Friday, Aug. 25 from 7 until 10 p.m. at Malones Prime Events. Come out and enjoy great food, open bar, a silent auction, raffle and music. Dress is informal or summer casual. All proceeds benefit Arbor Youth Services who serve homeless, runaway and at risk youth in central Kentucky. For more information, contact, Suzanne Bays at Suzanne.Bays@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, AUG. 26 The Building Institute of Central Kentucky will host the 2017 Tour of Remodeled Homes Aug. 26 and 27. This tour is your chance to gather ideas and view the workmanship of BIA Professional Remodelers. Homeowners throughout Lexington and Central Kentucky will open their doors to showcase their professionally remodeled homes, including whole-house remodels, bathroom design, kitchen transformations, outdoor living and more. For more information, go to www.biacentralky.com/tour-of-remodeled-homes. The MoonTower Music Festival will be held Saturday, Aug. 26 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Masterson Station Park. The festival is back for it’s fourth year. Come jam out to the music of many local and national artists. Enjoy a day filled with craft beer, local food trucks, artisans and incredible music. Check out www.moontowermusicfestival.com for

The YMCA of Central Kentucky will host a Kids Triathlon Sunday, Aug. 27. Check-in begins at 6:15 a.m. and participants must be checked in by 7 a.m. There will be a race meeting at 7:10 a.m. which is mandatory for participants and parent/guardian. The triathlon begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be available after the race. Registration continues through Aug. 24. For more information, go to www.ymcacky.org The Lexington Jewish Food Festival will be held Sunday, Aug. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Temple Adath Israel, 124 N. Ashland Ave. Come out for brisket, corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, latkes, matzo ball soup, Israeli salad, baked goods and lots more. Touch a Truck Benefit for The Child Development Center of the Bluegrass will be held Sunday, Aug. 27 through Monday, Aug. 28 at the Keeneland Entertainment Center. Geared at families with kids under 12 , this benefit for the Child Development Center of the Bluegrass will feature a round 50 large trucks – dump trucks , ambulances, cranes, fire trucks, limos , etc. Kids will be able to climb in, honk the horn, touch and get up close to vehicle s they might not otherwise have the chance to.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 1 Red, White & Boom will be held Friday, Sept. 1, starting at 5 p.m. at Legends ballpark. Luke Bryan, Brett Eldredge and more will open up the country music festival. For more information, go to www.wbul.iheart.com/featured/red-whiteboom/

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HOME AND GARDEN THURSDAY, AUG. 3 The Fayette County Extension Service will host the workshop “Renovating Lawns” on Thursday, Aug. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Late summer is the best time to reseed lawns in Kentucky. This workshop will cover basic lawn care with an emphasis on how to best seed or renovate your existing lawn. To register or for more information, go to www. fayette.ca.uky.edu.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 2 BGTdeTours will present a tour of the Miller House Wednesday, Aug. 2 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 832 Lochmere Place. This program is designed to provide tours of places you might not normally get to see, helping people interact with and learn about sites that make the Bluegrass special. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/ bgtdetours/

SATURDAY, AUG. 5 “U-Pick Day on the Farm,” hosted by Green House17 will be held Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 4400 Briar Hill Rd, Lexington. The public is invited for some flower-pickin’ fun. This event will be held rain or shine and is family-friendly. Dozens of beautiful flower varieties will be available. Bring your own clippers. For a fee, fill up a bucket that you bring or one can be provided. Part of the proceeds from each bucket will help people harmed by intimate partner abuse. Wilson’s Nursery in Lexington will be hosting an edible flowers workshop on Saturday, Aug. 5, starting at 10:30 a.m. Take a tasty and up-close look at the culinary side of some favorite flowers. This workshop includes a specialty boxed luncheon featuring edible flowers from the Sage Garden Cafe. For more information, call 859.269.5795 or go to www.wilsonnurseriesky.com. Wilson’s Nursery in Lexington will be hosting a Do It Yourself Succulent Wreath workshop Saturday, Aug. 5 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Make a lush and living succulent centerpiece/wreath during this DIY workshop. Stay on trend with this 16″ indoor/ outdoor wreath, filled with succulents of your choice. fee includes moss-covered wreath, succulents and expert instruction. For more information, call 859.269.5795 or go to www. wilsonnurseriesky.com.

THURSDAY, AUG. 10 Crape Myrtles will be the focus of a workshop Thursday, Aug. 10 hosted at the Fayette County Extension Service, starting at 3 p.m. Although Kentucky is too far north to seriously grow these as trees, there

are still many applications for crape myrtles grown as shrubs or pruned like giant perennials. Newer varieties have been selected for foliage color, compact size, longer bloom, disease resistance and fall color. The workshop will feature some varieties that have performed well in Kentucky. There will be a raffle for several plants as door-prizes. To register or for more information, go to www. fayette.ca.uky.edu.

SATURDAY, AUG. 19 Home Seed Saving 101 will be held Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. at Bluegrass Greensource. Green Living Lab is a new workshop series to help build the skills y to live more sustainably. Learn how to garden with an eye toward saving seeds of the veggies you love the most. Participants will receive envelopes and samples of seasonal seeds to start their collections. For registration and more visit www.BgGreensource.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 22 Hydrangeas will take centerstage at a workshop Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fayette County Extension Service. Not to burst your bubble, but those giant pink and blue varieties tend to perform poorly in our climate. This workshop will open eyes to all the other wonderful hydrangeas that you might not know as well. This workshop will offer some tips that may improve the odds of success with the blue ones. There will be a raffle of the examples. To register or for more information, go to www. fayette.ca.uky.edu.

TUESDAY, AUG. 29 Get away from traditional BBQ grill with the workshop “Kitchen Hacks - Food for Thought” Tuesday, Aug. 29 at 6 p.m. at the Fayette County Extension Service. Each class will teach the core techniques behind classic food to provide tasteful recipes that can duplicated at home. To register, go to www.fayette.ca.uky.edu.

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