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BIZ CALENDAR Dec 3

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Women Leading Kentucky: Networking After Hours, Clawdaddy’s

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NEWS

Lexmark President and CEO Rich Geruson has resigned after one year with the company “for personal reasons.” Geruson replaced David Reeder in 2017, and Reeder replaced longtime CEO Paul Rooke in 2016.

Paul Miller Ford welcomes new CFO Ron Willis.

According to public records, a new assisted living facility is being built off Polo Club Boulevard across from Cabela’s.

Quantrell Subaru has announced its “Share the Love” event. With every new Subaru purchased or leased through January 2, Subaru will donate to a charity of the customer’s choice. Quantrell Subaru will also donate an additional $200 to Catholic Action Center, up to $35,000 in total, for each vehicle. They are also collecting canned goods, nonperishable food items, winter clothing, and toiletries for the Catholic Action Center and Capital City Activity Center.

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Lexington Humane Society and Hamburg’s Southern Barker boutique are teaming up to bring holiday cheer to the dogs in the shelter. Through December 22, you can bring new or gently used dog toys to Southern Barker from 10 am to 8 pm.

Winter Pet Care tips form the Lexington Humane Society In many areas, winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness. Help your pets remain happy and healthy during the colder months by following these simply guidelines.

Don’t leave dogs outdoors when the temperature drops. Most dogs, and all cats, are safer indoors, except when taken out for exercise. Pets who spend a lot of time outdoors need more food in the winter because keeping warm depletes energy.

Warm engines in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the hood. To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car’s hood to scare them away before starting your engine. The salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet.

Wipe the feet with a damp towel before your pet licks them and irritates his/her mouth. Antifreeze is deadly, but it has a sweet taste that may attract animals.

The best prescription for winter is to keep your dog or cat inside with you and your family. The happiest dogs are those who are taken out frequently for walks and exercise but kept inside the rest of the time.

EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

Southern Barker is offering Santa Pictures each Saturday in December until December 22 from Noon to 5 pm each day.

Get pet pictures with Santa to benefit The Lexington Humane Society. At Lexington Feeders Supply locations on December 1, 2, 8 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday.

Feeders Supply on Richmond Road hosts Bluegrass Greyhound Adoptions on the first Saturday of every month.

Pet Wants Lex is offering Santa photos for your pet on Saturday, December 1 from 12:30 pm to 5 pm.

MONDAY DEC 3

Pet photos with Santa is Monday, December 3 and 10 at Fayette Mall at 6 pm. Please enter through the mall entrance next to Talbots. Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier, and pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Pets will not be allowed in any area of the mall other than the designated Santa photo area in the Dillard’s Court.

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Celebrate the “Pawlidays” with Piper Pals Petcare and Photography and Southern Barker on December 9.

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS HJ’s November Hamburg Huddle

Dr. Anna Dressman of Central Kentucky Endodontics, Councilmember Angela Evans, Dr. Brandon Stapleton of iDENTity, and Dr. Alisha Patel of Hamburg Family Dental.

HJ’s Hamburg Huddle is a networking group of professionals and business owners focused on making southeast Lexington the best it can be! Dr. Alisha Patel co-hosted November’s Hamburg Huddle at Hamburg Family Dental on Old Rosebud.

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YMCA’s Jon Ford and Dana Ensley

Co-host Bret Anderson with Liberty Ridge’s Bruce Maples

Dr. Matthew Gayheart of Jenkins and Morrow and Dr. Brittany Camenisch of Kentucky Periodontics and Implant Dentistry

Dr. Alisha Patel presenting the My Favorite Things Kentucky gift basket to Beth Daugherty

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS NEWS

Construction on Polo Club Blvd Lexington officials have stated that construction on the long-delayed section of Polo Club Boulevard from Deer Haven Lane to Todds Road will begin in summer 2019. On November 1, the Kentucky Supreme Court ruled in favor of the city of Lexington regarding the lawsuit filed in 2015 over the land needed to complete this project. The section is less than a quarter mile long.

Once completed, Polo Club Boulevard will connect Winchester Road to Man O’ War, and Man O’ War to Todds Road.

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Audi of Lexington is collecting donations for “Bikes for the Holidays for Big Brothers Big Sisters.” Audi will match each bike donated by the community and they are accepting donations through December 14.

LIBERTY ROAD FAITH FELLOWSHIP 11 o’clock Sunday Worship Service Rev. Lisa Wood, Senior Pastor 2734 Liberty Road

New Assisted Living Facility in Hamburg

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According to public records, a new assisted living facility is being built off Polo Club Boulevard across from Cabela’s. The Polo Club at Hamburg Place will be a two story, 126,021 square foot building with 124 units, including independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory care.

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EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

Hamburg Pavillion is celebrating the Holidays in Hamburg every weekend in December until Christmas. Visit Santa’s workshop and take pictures with Santa or listen to stories while drinking hot cocoa with Mrs. Claus. On December 9, 16 and 23 there will be Horse and Carriage rides around the Pavilion.

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MONDAY DEC 24

Liberty Road Faith Fellowship is holding a Christmas Eve service at 6 pm on Monday, December 24.

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Holly Day Market 2018 November 30 through December 2 Lexington Convention Center The 12th annual Lexington Junior League Holly Day Market is Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 at the Lexington Convention Center. Daily events including cookies and pictures with Santa, door hanger workshop, Friday happy hour, and a wreath auction, are sure to make the market fun and memorable for all!

Santa’s Workshop at Hamburg Opens December 1 Hamburg Pavillion Santa’s Workshop is opening at Hamburg Pavilion. Visit Hamburg Pavilion this Christmas season with the entire family every weekend in December starting Saturday, Dec. 1 for photographs with Santa, cocoa and storytime with Mrs. Claus on Sundays, and horse and carriage rides. The workshop is open every Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm and Sunday from noon until 5 pm through December.

A Kentucky Christmas at Ashland December 1 Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate The grounds around the Henry Clay estate mansion will be transformed into an outdoor holiday marketplace featuring Kentucky Proud products and a variety of artisan vendors during this festive event, starting at 1 pm. The estate’s house and trees will be illuminated at

5:15 pm and special candlelit tours of the mansion will be offered at 5:30 pm.

Storytime with Mrs. Santa Claus December 1 Waveland State Historic Site Despite her busy schedule as CEO of North Pole Industries, Mrs. Santa Claus has agreed to take a sleigh down to Lexington on Dec. 1 to visit Waveland to share holiday stories, milk, cookies, and fun. This event is designed for children ages 12 and younger, and at least one accompanying adult. She will also drop by on Dec. 8 and 15, at 10:30 am.

Mrs. Claus will be available for pictures and will accept letters to pass on to Santa.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

A Christmas Carol

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December 4 at 7 pm

Lexington Opera House

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Despite his friends’ cheer and excitement, Charlie Brown is not in the Christmas spirit. Sally is making her Christmas list, Snoopy is decorating his doghouse, and Charlie Brown is wondering what it’s all for. But when Charlie Brown thinks he ruined Christmas, the Peanuts help each other remember what friendship is all about. There will be public performances Saturday, Dec. 1 at 2 and 7 pm; Dec. 2 at 2 pm; and Dec. 8 at 2 pm.

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December 1 at 8 pm Norton Center for the Arts in Danville Celebrate this holiday season with the celestial voices of multi-platinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman as they present The Best of Christmas with a full orchestra.

Big Blue Santa December 4 from 6 to 9 pm Fayette Mall Let’s all face facts, Santa Claus is a member of the Big Blue Nation. Stop by Fayette Mall to meet Big Blue Santa and have your picture made on this special evening with Santa in his Kentucky Blue suit along with the Kentucky Wildcat mascots. Santa’s Workshop is located in the Dillard’s Court.

This celebrated adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is rich with enchanting ensemble music, alive with color and movement, and tells the magical tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim in a way people of all ages enjoy.

Throughout this classic story are beautiful new arrangements and moving renditions of holiday favorites, including “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Wassail Wassail,” “Good Christian Men Rejoice,” “Away In A Manger,” “Greensleeves,” and many more.

Lexington’s Christmas Parade December 4 at 7 pm Main Street between Midland Avenue & Mill Street Santa Claus swoops down from his North Pole workshop to visit the children of Lexington during the annual Downtown Lexington Christmas Parade. The fun will kick off at 7 pm and will feature floats, bands, and classic cars. The parade is scheduled for rain or shine.

Lexington Singers: “Messiah: A Christmas Story” December 7 at 7:30 pm Singletary Center for The Arts The Lexington Singers will present “Messiah: A Christmas Story,” selections from the time-honored Messiah

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other sacred and seasonal favorites to tell the Christmas story as never before told. American tenor and Metropolitan Opera star Gregory Turay will headline the all-star cast of soloists.

Pajama Storytime Featuring The Polar Express December 7 at 7 pm Hamburg Barnes & Noble Grab your PJs and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and storytime with “The Polar Express.” This beloved Christmas story features a young boy who is welcomed aboard on a magical trip to the North Pole where he gets to make his Christmas wish.

YMCA Reindeer Ramble December 8 at 9 am Keeneland Race Course The 13th annual YMCA Reindeer Ramble 5K/10K Fun Run and Walk will be held Saturday, Dec. 8 at Keeneland Race Course. The Reindeer Ramble is a wonderful way to participate in a 5K or 10K while supporting scholarships for kids attending YMCA summer camps. Participants are encouraged to don their favorite holiday sweater, Santa suit, or “holiday festive” attire and embrace the spirit of the holiday.

Pictures with Santa December 8 from 11 am to 2 pm Man O’War Harley-Davidson Get holly and jolly with Man O’War Harley. Santa’s is coming to visit on December 8 to take photos with you, the kids, and even the pets! Digital copies will be available online two days after.

A Magical Cirque Christmas December 8 at 7:30 pm EKU Center for The Arts A holiday entertainment blockbuster set to dazzle audiences of all ages.

Featuring the best talent from around the globe, A Magical Cirque Christmas has it all magic, circus acts, and angelic voices singing your favorite Christmas carols with incredible live musicians on

stage. Be transported to the golden age of entertainment.

Drive Thru Bethlehem December 8 from 6 to 9 pm South Elkhorn Christian Church Join South Elkhorn Christian Church for this community event as they retell the Christmas story. Drive through Bethlehem is live with actors and animals portraying the story of Jesus’ birth.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical December 12 at 7:30 pm EKU Center for The Arts From fleeing the Abominable Snow Monster to saving Christmas, join Rudolph and his friends Clarice, Hermey the Elf, and Yukon Cornelius as their adventures teach us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.

Nutcracker in One Act December 14 at 7 pm Singletary Center for the Arts The Bluegrass Youth Ballet presents ‘Nutcracker in One Act’ Friday, Dec. 14 at 7 pm. In this holiday favorite, the Nutcracker comes to life after saving charming Clara from the Rat Queen and whisks her away to the magical kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.

The Nutcracker December 15 at 1 pm and 6 pm

Come out and see the famous Station #20 Christmas Light Show & take your picture with Santa Claus!

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Reindeer games and crafts! Donations will be accepted for the Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS).

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The LDF Ballet Academy is performing “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, December 15 at 1 pm and also at 6 pm. LDF Ballet Academy is a non profit academy with a mission to share the art of ballet with the community.

Registration is required.

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Hill Inn, and Honeywood are a few of her mainstays) is a guest judge on the season.

BURGOO. HOT BROWNS. BENEDICTINE. DERBY PIE.

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Earlier this year, Bravo announced that Top Chef would head for the bluegrass state for a southern twist on the popular cooking show. “We are always looking for rising culinary destinations and are looking forward to planting our flag in Kentucky and soaking up a diverse region of the country that we haven’t yet explored on Top Chef,” said Shari Levine, Executive Vice President, Current Production, Bravo Media.

“People on the west coast don’t even know that beer cheese exists!”

—Lexington Chef Wyatt Sarbacker

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exington chef Wyatt Sarbacker had an opportunity to shop and cook for host Padma Lakshmi when the show’s team was in Lexington for a well-attended shoot at Rupp Arena. He echoes Branscum’s pride. “As bourbon becomes more popular across the world, people have started to pay attention to what we’re up to in Kentucky.

Pit BBQ, sorghum, burgoo, stack cakes, country ham (I have my favorite hams)...

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op Chef has come to the great state of Kentucky for season 16 and Kentuckians can finally watch the results in December when the Bravo series airs.

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The Bravo show built its footprint in major culinary destinations like Miami, New Orleans, and Austin. This season, the show shines its cable spotlight on the bluegrass region. Kentucky Tourism Commissioner Kristen Branscum says, “Top Chef is an opportunity to showcase the bourbon and horses that Kentucky is known for, but also the rich culinary culture across the entire state. On this season, we look forward to showcasing our food scene, but also the natural beauty, one-of-a-kind attractions, and especially the talented Kentuckians who will be featured.”

“Kentucky has a bit of everything,” he continues, “Mountains in the east of the state, palisades and rolling hills / farms throughout central Kentucky, and wetlands in the western part of the state.

Too far east to be west, too far west to be east, too far south to be north, and too far north to be south. There is an interesting mix of cultures across the state. Appalachian in the southeast, and German-American around Louisville and the northern part of the state.”

“People on the west coast don’t even

Sara Bradley of Paducah, KY

know that beer cheese exists!” he adds.

Sarbacker is proud of Lexington’s culinary diversity (and helped prepare authentic Sri Lankan fare in a friend’s kitchen for Padma Lakshmi). He says, “Once a massive test market for corporate chain concepts, Lexington has shifted and there are more small places popping up in existing structures in neighborhoods that otherwise have little to no access to food.”

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here are 15 contestants going for that ultimate Top Chef prize and lucky for the host state, there is a hometown girl competing. Sara Bradley is from Paducah, Kentucky and is the chef/owner of the local restaurant freight house. Sara’s mission with her restaurant is to bring fresh, local ingredients from the community, to the community, while working to define the flavor of the “new south.”

Celebrities who participated in Season 16 include Emeril Lagassé, Eric Ripert, Jonathan Waxman, Art Smith, Nancy Silverton, and former Top Chef competitor Richard Blais. Actress Lena Waithe, musicians Hunter Hayes and Caleb Followill, model Lily Aldridge, UK basketball coach John Calipari, and former boxer Laila Ali will also show up. Chefpreneur Ouita Michel (Holly

Despite the star power, the scenery will undoubtedly steal the show.

Kentucky has been known for its beauty of rolling green hills, white horse fences in the country, and picturesque sunrises/sunsets. The crew didn’t confine their visits to the “big cities.” Yes, there are episodes set in Louisville and Lexington, but they also went to Lake Cumberland, Maker’s Mark Distillery, and many other places that really show the essence of Kentucky.

There’s a facebook page devoted to Top Chef Kentucky. Winchester fan Michelle Ladanyi, says, “ Being a Top Chef fan I was very thrilled to hear that they would be featuring Kentucky.

There is a unique food culture here in Kentucky that you cannot find anywhere else. I am excited to see what Top Chef has decided to feature and hope it showcases the bluegrass state where it entices people who are not from the area to visit and experience what this great state has to offer.”

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Top Chef at Churchill Downs

Season 16 of Top Chef begins on Thursday, December 6 at 9 pm on Bravo. Watch parties are planned at West Sixth Brewing and Creaux. (Stay tuned to hamburgjournal.com for more updates and videos.)

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CHEF TOM

HOW TO MAKE A CHRISTMAS HAM? JUST ADD BOURBON.

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rarely drink or cook with bourbon... except for Christmas.

Lately, I’ve tossed around ideas for something to cook for an upcoming family Christmas dinner we enjoy every year in a cabin overlooking the lake.

It’s a potluck affair for a large group of people packed into a rented cabin anchored by a tiny kitchen with very limited storage...150 miles away. Tricky business. Think about it.

While rifling through our kitchen cabinets and pantry for potluck inspiration, I stumbled across a small jar of Kentucky Proud Applecreek Orchards Bourbon Cherry Preserves. So, I used it to slather a bourbon-soaked honey cured smoked ham. I fell off of the bourbon barrel.

over a medium flame before adding 1/4 cup red wine vinegar and 2 heaping teaspoons of prepared horseradish. I brought the glaze to a quick boil, reduced it to a simmer, and let it bubble away to thicken before setting it aside.

After scoring the outer layer of fat on a small three-pound honey cured smoked ham, I slowly brushed the split fat and exposed ham flesh with 1/2 cup of Maker’s Mark 46 bourbon. While the ham soaked up the potent 94 proof bourbon, I mixed together 1 cup of dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of ground mustard, 1/2 tablespoon of ground ginger, and a tablespoon of fresh minced rosemary. I rubbed the wet ham with the spiced brown sugar, wrapped it tightly in aluminum foil, placed it into a dutch oven with 1/2 cup of water, covered the pot, and slid it into a 350 degree oven to bake for an hour.

While the smoked ham simmered in its initial sugary bourbon bath, I threw together a finishing glaze using the Applecreek Orchards Bourbon Cherry Preserves. I melted 8 ounces of the preserves in a small saucepan

bourbon cherry glaze, and returned it to the oven (uncovered) for an additional 15 to 30 minutes to finish cooking.

When the ham was beautifully glazed and caramelized, I pulled it from the oven, and let it rest, while we finished off the last of our Georges Duboeuf Beaujolaise Nouveau in the parlor.

After slicing the glistening glazed ham, I served it on puddles of the sticky bourbon pan juices nestled alongside blistered Green Beans Amandine and individual pots of creamy Weisenberger Mill spoonbread. Old school.

Without being cloyingly sweet, the succulent ham hinted a slight caramel flavor from the Maker’s 46-infused brown sugar sauna. Peppered with hot pungent horseradish, the dreamy bourbon cherry preserves oozed over the salty smoked ham, creating a fabulous sweet and savory balance.

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fter 45 minutes, I uncovered the ham, basted it with the gooey brown sugar rosemary-flecked Maker’s Mark 46 pan drippings, brushed it with the

Double shot. Maker’s 46. Applecreek Orchards Bourbon Cherry Preserves.

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The Kentucky Children’s Hospital is having their annual Acoustic Jam benefit on Tuesday, December 4 at 7:30 pm at the Lexington Opera House.

ARTplay Children’s Studio host Cool Creatives (ages 6-10) on Tuesday, December 4 at 4:45 pm.

Big Blue Santa is at Fayette Mall on Tuesday, December 4 from 6 to 9 pm.

Take your picture with Santa in his Kentucky Blue suit and the Kentucky Wildcat mascots.

SATURDAY DEC 8

The Eastside Library hosts a preschool dance party featuring “Glow-inthe-dark” fun on December 8 at 1:30 pm. For ages 3 to 5.

The Ashland Estate hosts “Pajamas & Polar Express: Stories in the Cottage” on Saturday, December 8 at 10 am.

Kids encouraged to wear PJs.

SUNDAY DEC 9

Hamburg Pavilion is offering Horse and Carriage rides around the pavilion on Sunday, December 9, 16, and 23 from 1 to 4 pm.

MONDAY DEC 10

Maker Monday at the Eastside Library is December 10 at 4 pm. Grades K through 5th are invited to build and create race cars out of pasta. Registration is required.

Pancakes with Santa benefiting Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) is Saturday, December 8 at 9 am at Forcht Bank in Hamburg, 2404 Sir Barton Way.

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Lexington’s Fraternal Order of Firefighters (FOF) is asking to help make the holidays brighter for hundreds of Lexington kids by donating to the 88th Annual Toy Drive. A variety of toys such as dolls, bikes, balls, action figures, and games will be accepted for boys and girls ages 0-12. All toys should be unwrapped. Donations will be accepted at all Lexington fire stations.

EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

Santa’s Workshop is opening at the Hamburg Pavilion on December 1. Stop by for photos with Santa, or cocoa and stories with Mrs. Claus every weekend in December leading up to Christmas.

Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate hosts “A Kentucky Christmas” on Saturday, December 1. Shop at an outdoor Christmas market, take photos with Santa, tree lighting, and take a candlelight tour of the mansion. Festivities begin at 1 pm.

Waveland Museum hosts Story Time

with Mrs. Santa Claus on the Saturday’s of December 1, 8, & 15 from 10:30 am to 11:30 pm.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers hosts The Lexington Ballet Company for story time as they perform The Nutcracker on Saturday, December 1 at 11 am.

WEDNESDAY DEC 5

Children’s Storytime at Barnes & Noble is on Wednesday mornings at 10 am.

Lexington Children’s Theatre presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at Lexington Opera House on December 1, 2 and 8.

THURSDAY DEC 6

Aviation Museum of Kentucky is flying in Santa Clause this year. He will arrive by helicopter on Saturday, December 1 at 1 pm.

Sayre’s Holiday Bazaar is on Thursday, December 6 from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. There will be local pop-up shops selling baked goods and artwork.

On Saturday December 1 Storytime at Hamburg Barnes and Noble reads “How to Catch a Snowman” at 11am.

FRIDAY DEC 7

TUESDAY DEC 4

The Lexington Christmas Parade will march down Main Street from Midland Avenue to Mill Street, starting at 7 pm.

The parade will feature festive floats, marching bands and Santa Claus.

Scholastic Book Fair Holiday Warehouse Sale is December 10 through December 13 at Lexington Convention Center.

SATURDAY DEC 15

Lexington Parks and Recreation hosts a Gingerbread House Party on December 15 at 1 pm. All ages are welcome.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers hosts a special story time with Mrs. Claus on Thursday, December 6 at 6 pm.

Kids 6 and up are invited to decorate a gingerbread house at La Petite Délicat on December 8 at 10 am and 2 pm.

On Friday December 7 Pajama Storytime and Activities at Hamburg Barnes and Noble reads “The Polar Express” at 7 pm.

Lexington Public Library - Eastside Branch hosts “Play + Create: Gingerbread Village” on December 15 at 1:30 pm. For grades K-5.

Bryan Station High School Band hosts Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 15 at 8 am.

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THURSDAY DEC 20

Fayette County Public Schools winter break starts Thursday, December 20 and goes through Thursday, January 3.

TUESDAY DEC 25

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MONDAY DEC 31

Lexington Public Library - Eastside Branch hosts “Family Noon Years Eve Party” on December 31 at 11 am.

Ring in the new year with fun activities, games, crafts, and a balloon drop countdown to 12 (noon).

TUESDAY JAN 1

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Hepatitis A in Lexington The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is now recommending hepatitis A vaccination for everyone in the community as the number of cases in the region and throughout the state continues to climb.

“The best way to prevent hepatitis A is to get vaccinated,” said Commissioner of Health Dr. Kraig Humbaugh. “The vaccine is effective and has an excellent track record. However, most adults have not yet been immunized since the vaccine was not given routinely as part of their childhood schedule of shots.”

Starting in the 2018-2019 school year, Kentucky students will be required to have the vaccination. Please check with your medical provider to see if your child has been vaccinated.

The hepatitis A vaccine, given in two doses six months apart, is available from some medical providers and many pharmacies in Lexington and is covered by most insurance plans. The vaccine is also available at the health department’s Public Health Clinic by appointment. Call 859-288-2483 to check availability and to schedule an appointment.

Good handwashing can also help control the spread of hepatitis A. Consistent and careful handwashing, including under the fingernails, for at least 20 seconds with soap and water can help stop the spread of the virus.

Holiday Mental Health Sometimes dealing with the holidays isn’t so much a physical struggle, but a mental one. The stress of hosting so many people in one house, your routine being thrown out of the window, or even sentimental memories can bring people down during the holidays. The VA Crisis Line has some tips to keep those holiday blues at bay: •

Stick to normal routines as much as possible

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Get enough sleep

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Take time for yourself, but don’t isolate yourself. Spend time with supportive and caring people

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Eat and drink in moderation.

Don’t drink alcohol if you are feeling down.

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Get exercise! - even if it’s take a short walk down the street or around the mall

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Set reasonable expectations and goals for the holiday activities such as shopping, cooking, entertaining, attending parties, or sending holiday gifts/cards.

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Set a budget for holiday activities. Don’t overextend yourself financially.

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If you can follow most or all of these tips, your holidays should become a fun time with friends and family.

Stay Healthy this Winter With the winter approaching, Be Ready Lexington wants everyone to take a moment to read about the possible carbon monoxide dangers in your home. Anything that burns fuel will produce carbon monoxide, so be sure to never run those items inside your house or for little periods of time. Also, be sure to have a working carbon monoxide detector inside of your home to prevent any kind of poisoning. Carbon monoxide is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the US. Symptoms include flu like symptoms, headaches,fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath/chest pains, nausea/ vomiting, and confusion. If you start to experience any of the symptoms or if your detector is going off, head outside to get fresh air and call 911.

EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

Girls on the Run Central Kentucky Fall 5k is on Saturday, December 1 at 8:30 am at Keeneland.

The 5th Annual Spindletop Stache & Sweater Dash 5K will be held on Saturday, December 1 at 10am at Spindletop Hall

SUNDAY DEC 2

The Kentucky Blood Center Bloodmobile is going to be at Northeast Christian Church on Sunday, December 2 from 9 am to 1 pm.

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TUESDAY DEC 4

The Kentucky Children’s Hospital is having their annual Acoustic Jam benefit on Tuesday, December 4 at 7:30 pm at the Lexington Opera House.

MED-EL USA is hosting an interactive Open House designed specifically for MED-EL candidates and recipients.

They will meet with you to answer any questions you may have or provide individual assistance with your device.

Please bring along your FineTuner remote control and other activation kit accessories. Located at the UK Medical Center. Registration is required

SATURDAY DEC 8

On December 8, Sam’s Club Hearing Aid Center is hosting an Open House Event to check your hearing. There will also be demonstrations on the centers premium digital hearing aids and a look inside your ear with their video otoscope. Location is at the East New Circle Road Sam’s Club.

TUESDAY DEC 11

Stephen Robertson of Edward Jones is presenting a seminar at Morning Pointe of Lexington on how to protect yourself from scam callers at their Shoreside Dr location on December 11 from 11:30 am to 1 pm.

Registration is required.

Pancakes with Santa benefiting Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) is Saturday, December 8 at 9 am at Forcht Bank in Hamburg, 2404 Sir Barton Way.

SATURDAY DEC 15

The Summit at Fritz Farm is teaming up with Make-A-Wish for “Weekend of Wishes” on December 8 and 9. Events are scheduled at various locations in The Summit starting at 9 am.

TUESDAY JAN 1

RunTheBluegrass will be hosting Keeneland Training Run on Saturday, December 15 from 8 am to 10 am at Keeneland.

Kick off 2019 with the 3rd annual Frozen Rails 5K/10K on Tuesday, January 1 at 2 pm in downtown Midway, Kentucky.

YMCA’s 13th annual Reindeer Ramble 5k/10k run and fun walk is Saturday, December 8 at Keeneland. You may register as an individual runner/walker or with a group as a Santapede team. Teams can range from 3 -10 participants. There’s one hitch—you have to be linked together with a garland or ribbon throughout the entire race. This option is only available for the 5K.

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Grandparenting for Baby Boomers and Beyond on Tuesday, December 4 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Lexington’s Home Instead Senior Care invited the community to come together to provide gifts and holiday cheer to seniors through its “Be a Santa to a Senior” program. Each year, more than 300 Lexington area seniors are helped through this program. Local seniors requested a holiday gift and community members were able to select that senior and buy the requested gift. Volunteers and program partners will wrap and deliver the gifts to local seniors in time for the holidays. The last day to drop off gifts is December 3.

WEDNESDAY DEC 5

Brain Power Class with Elise Mandel is December 5 at 10:30 am at the Lexington Senior Center. Must be a Lexington resident and age 60 and over to participate.

THURSDAY DEC 6 Willows residents painting flowers

According to public records, a new assisted living facility is being built off Polo Club Boulevard across from Cabela’s. The Polo Club at Hamburg Place will be a two story, 126,021 square foot building with 124 units, including independent living, assisted living, and state-of-the-art memory care.

MONDAY DEC 3

EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

Santa is coming to The Willows at Hamburg on Saturday, December 1 at 9 am. There is a pancake breakfast, Santa pictures, and a stroll around the campus to look at decorations. They will also be taking donated toys for the Toys for Tots program.

There is an AARP Smart Driver Course at the Lexington Senior Center on Monday, December 3 from noon to 4:30 pm. Registration is required. Must be a Lexington resident and age 60 and over to participate.

TUESDAY DEC 4

That was one of your best decisions.

Baptist Health Lexington is hosting

The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence is hosting an Education Lunch and Virtual Dementia Tour on Thursday, December 6 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Registration is required.

FRIDAY DEC 7

The Alzheimer’s Association on Palumbo hosts Family Caregiver Workshop on December 7 at 9 am.

Local and statewide experts who specialize in aging and Alzheimer’s care will present topics that are valuable

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Liberty Ridge residents honoring the armed forces on Veterans Day

to family caregivers of persons with dementia. Registration is required.

SATURDAY DEC 8

Liberty Ridge Senior Living is hosting a live performance from musician, Damon Burchfield, on Saturday, December 8 at 2 pm.

MONDAY DEC 10

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting Memory Cafe on Monday, December 10 from 2 pm to 4 pm. This is a monthly social group that allows people going through memory loss and the care partners be social with others traveling the same path. For location and registration, please call April at 859-266-5283 ext. 8179.

TUESDAY DEC 11

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a By Phone: Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment seminar on Tuesday, December 11 from 1 pm to 2 pm. This program is via phone and registration is required.

Stephen Robertson of Edward Jones is presenting a seminar at Morning Pointe of Lexington on how to protect yourself from scam callers at their Shoreside Dr location on December 11 from 11:30 am to 1 pm.

Registration is required.

THURSDAY DEC 13

The Alzheimer’s Association on Palumbo is hosting an Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior seminar on December 13 at 1 pm. Registration is required.

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers - Late Stages seminar on Thursday, December 13 from 9 am to noon. This program will be held at the Casey County Public Library in Liberty.

Registration is required.

FRIDAY DEC 14

The Lexington Senior Center hosts a Holiday Craft Bazaar of handmade items on Friday, December 14 from 11 am to 3 pm. Must be a Lexington resident and age 60 and over to participate.

CAROLYN’S CORNER BOOK CLUB

The December reading for Carolyn’s Corner Book Club at the Lexington Senior Center is A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. The book will be discussed on December 6 and 20.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Rules of Civility comes this transporting novel about a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life inside a luxury hotel.

In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov is deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal, and is sentenced to house arrest in the Metropol, a grand hotel across the street from the Kremlin. Rostov, an indomitable man of erudition and wit, has never worked a day in his life, and must now live in an attic room while some of the most tumultuous decades in Russian history are unfolding outside the hotel’s doors.

Unexpectedly, his reduced circumstances provide him entry into a much larger world of emotional discovery.

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SATURDAY DEC 1

Santa is coming to The Willows at Hamburg on Saturday, December 1 at 9 am. There is a pancake breakfast, Santa pictures, and a stroll around the campus to look at decorations.

They will also be taking donated toys for the Toys for Tots program.

The 12th annual Lexington Junior League Holly Day Market, presented

by Traditional Bank, is at the Lexington Convention Center December 1 and 2.

UK men’s basketball plays UNC Greensboro on Saturday, December 1 at 4 pm at Rupp Arena.

EKU Center for the Arts hosts Harry Connick, Jr. on Saturday, December 1 from 7:30 pm to 10 pm. Registration is required.

Santa’s Workshop is opening at the Hamburg Pavilion on December 1. Stop by for photos with Santa, or cocoa and stories with Mrs. Claus every weekend in December leading up to Christmas.

Wellward Regenerative Medicine is hosting Photos with Santa on Saturday, December 1 at 11 am.

The Kentucky Blood Center Bloodmobile is going to be at Northeast Christian Church on Sunday, December 2 from 9 am to 1 pm.

Bob Willcutt is signing his book “Feathers of Fayette” on December 2 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble.

Southland Church hosts their annual Help-Portrait event on Saturday, December 1 from 9 am to 4 pm. The portraits will be held at the Richmond Road Campus.

Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate hosts “A Kentucky Christmas” on Saturday, December 1. Shop at an outdoor Christmas market, take photos with Santa, tree lighting, and take a candlelight tour of the mansion. Festivities begin at 1 pm.

SUNDAY DEC 2

TUESDAY DEC 4

The Lexington Christmas Parade will march down Main Street from Midland Avenue to Mill Street on Tuesday, December 4 starting at 7 pm. The parade will feature festive floats, local organizations, marching bands and Santa Claus.

The Kentucky Reptile Expo is at the Lexington Convention Center on Saturday, December 1 from 10 am to 4 pm.

Connie Handman is signing her book “Kristie’s Crazy Christmas” on December 1 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble at 1 pm.

The Kentucky Children’s Hospital is having their annual Acoustic Jam benefit on Tuesday, December 4 at 7:30 pm at the Lexington Opera House.

WEDNESDAY DEC 5

Halestorm + In This Moment performs at Rupp Arena on Wednesday, December 5 at 6:45 pm.

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THURSDAY DEC 6

Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve” at Rupp Arena on Thursday, December 6 at 7:30 pm. The rock opera features fanfavorites O Come All Ye Faithful, Good King Joy, Christmas Canon, Music Box Blues, Promises To Keep, and more.

Kendra Scott is hosting a Kendra Scott Gives Back Party on Thursday, December 6 from 5 pm to 8 pm. There will be champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and of course shopping that will support the Lexington Public Library Foundation.

FRIDAY DEC 7

Alabama is performing at Rupp Arena on Friday, December 7 at 6:30 pm.

SATURDAY DEC 8

Pancakes with Santa benefitting Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) is Saturday, December 8 at 9 am at Forcht Bank in Hamburg, 2404 Sir Barton Way. YMCA’s 13th annual Reindeer Ramble 5k/10k run and fun walk is Saturday, December 8 at Keeneland.

You may register as an individual runner/walker or with a group as a Santapede team. Teams can range from 3 -10 participants. There’s one hitch—you have to be linked together with a garland or ribbon throughout the entire race. This option is only available for the 5K.

Liberty Ridge Senior Living is hosting a live performance from musician, Damon Burchfield, on Saturday, December 8 at 2 pm.

Man O’War Harley-Davidson welcomes Santa for holiday pictures on Saturday, December 8 from 11 am to 2 pm.

EKU Center for the Arts hosts “A Magical Cirque Christmas” featuring magic, circus acts, and favorite Christmas carols with live musicians on stage on December 8 at 7:30 pm.

Athens Schoolhouse Holiday Antiques Show is December 8 and 9 from 10 am to 5 pm. The schoolhouse will be filled with vintage trees, ornaments, sleigh bells, sleds, vintage skis, snowshoes and more. The Gingerbread House will also be here serving complimentary cider and cookies to guests.

Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate hosts a Candlelight Open House Tour on Saturday, December 8 at 5:30 pm.

The theme is “Silver Bells and Wedding Belles.”

Margo Smith is signing her book “The Lost Bone: And the Found Sister” on December 8 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble.

Snoop Dogg is performing at Rupp Arena on Saturday, December 8 at 7 pm.

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SUNDAY DEC 9

Hamburg Pavilion is offering Horse and Carriage rides around the pavilion on Sunday, December 9, 16, and 23 from 1 pm to 4 pm.

Shelly King is signing her book “I Love Your to Pluto and Back” on December 9 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble.

Piper Pals Petcare & Photography is hosting Santa Paws for Pals evening at Southern Barker on Sunday, December 9 at 6 pm.

SATURDAY DEC 15

Connie Handman is signing her book “Kristie’s Crazy Christmas” on December 15 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble.

Greenbrier Golf and Country Club host a holiday cocktail party on Saturday, December 15 at 7 pm. This is a ticketed event.

UK men’s basketball plays Utah at Rupp Arena on Saturday, December 15 at 5 pm.

The Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters (FOF) hosts a chili cook-off and auction on Sunday, December 9 at noon. Proceeds benefit the Lexington FOF’s Toy Program.

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MONDAY DEC 10

MONDAY DEC 17

The Lexington Convention Center is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair Monday, December 10 through Thursday, December 13.

WEDNESDAY DEC 12

EKU Center for the arts presents “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical” on December 12 at 7:30 pm.

THURSDAY DEC 13

Comedy off Broadway hosts the actor and comedian Sinbad December 13 through December 16.

The Mary Todd Lincoln House is celebrating Mary’s Bicentennial Birthday with a big party. The bash will be held at her house on Thursday, December 13 from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Registration is required.

FRIDAY DEC 14

Lexington Habitat for Humanity Benefit Concert featuring the music of Pink Floyd and Big Star is December 14 at 9 pm at Cosmic Charlie’s, 105 W Loudon Ave.

Dayna Seelig is signing her book “Beyond the Glass: Bourbon Recipes From Horse Country” on December 16 at Hamburg Barnes and Noble.

The Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is Monday, December 17 at Singletary Center at 7 pm.

TUESDAY DEC 25

Merry Christmas

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SATURDAY DEC 29

UK men’s basketball plays University of Louisville at KFC Yum! Center on Saturday, December 29 at 2 pm.

MONDAY DEC 31

O’Neill’s New Year’s Eve Bash is December 31 at 8 pm.

TUESDAY JAN 1

New Year’s Day

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HOME AND GARDEN

HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION

There will be no waste collection on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day. Residents and businesses whose regular curbside waste collection day falls on Monday, Dec. 24 or Tuesday, Dec. 25 will be serviced after the holiday on Wednesday, Dec. 26.

There is no collection on New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1. The makeup day is Wednesday, Jan. 2.

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offices will be closed on these holidays. The City’s Recycling Center, Electronics Recycling Center, and Haley Pike Waste Management Facility will be closed on those days as well as December 22 and December 29.

HOLIDAY WASTE Holiday light drive

Holiday lights cause serious problems at the Recycling Center, especially this time of year. Never put them in your blue recycling cart. You can take them to the Electronic Recycling Center year-round.The city is also partnering with businesses and organizations throughout Lexington to set up holiday light drop off locations to make proper disposal of holiday lights even more convenient. The list of participating locations will be coming soon.

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Holiday Recycling The holidays are a busy time at Lexington’s Recycling Center. Help keep the center running smoothly by recycling right. Recycling and composting reduces waste heading to landfills but still required energy and resources.

Reducing your overall waste is even better. Use less this holiday season with these tips: Give unwanted items in good condition a second life by donating them to places like Habitat for Humanity. Use a reusable shopping bag. Reuse gift boxes and gift bags.

Purchase items with less packaging and packaging that is recyclable in Lexington. Use old newsprint, gift bags, and catalogs instead of purchasing new wrapping paper. Give rechargeable batteries with gifts that requires batteries. Give experiences, not things.

GREEN TRASH CART (Herbie) These seasonal items go in the green trash cart, never in the recycling: Wrapping paper, Padded envelopes,Sticker sheets, Ribbons, bows and string, Tissue paper, Bubble wrap and air pillows, Plastic packaging, Plastic bags, cellophane and film, and Musical greeting cards

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BLUE RECYCLING CART (Rosie) These seasonal items are recyclable in Lexington: Greeting cards and envelopes, Gift boxes, Shipping boxes, Wrapping paper tubes, Catalogs, Paper bags, and gift bags. View the full list of recyclable items and download a flyer for the home, classroom or office at LexingtonKY.gov/Recycling. The list of recyclable items applies to homes with either private or city recycling services.

Items not listed are not recyclable in Lexington regardless of your waste hauler.

GRAY YARD WASTE CART (Lenny) Remove all decorations lights, hangers, wires, candles and other nonorganic material before placing natural items in the gray yard waste cart: Wreaths, Poinsettias, Garland, Holly, Pumpkins, and Gourds.

CHRISTMAS TREES Natural Christmas Trees: Remove all lights and decorations. Place at the curb on your regular collection day.

Natural trees will be composted at the city’s composting facility.

Artificial Christmas Trees: Break down artificial trees and place them next to your green trash cart at the curb on your regular collection day. Artificial trees in good condition can be donated to the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

Visit LexHabitat.org/ReStore for details.

ELECTRONIC WASTE Recycle eWaste at the Electronics Recycling Center located at 1306 Versailles Rd. This service is free for Fayette County residents. No businesses or organizations, please. Visit LexingtonKY.gov/eWaste for hours and a complete list of acceptable items.

Common holiday eWaste includes: Holiday string lights, Televisions, Computers, Hand-held games, Game consoles, and Cell phones. Never place eWaste in the blue recycling cart.

NEWS

Home Builders Association (HBA) now known as BIA BIA Cares partners with the Kentucky National Guard for “Operation Military Cheer.” Until December 12, BIA Cares is collecting new, unwrapped toys or cash donations to be distributed to families and children of Deployed and Non-Deployed Military personnel in need. Donations can be dropped off at BIA, 84 Lumber, The Flooring Gallery, GreenBox Heating & Air, and all three Pieratt’s locations.

EVENTS SATURDAY DEC 1

The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky is hosting Plant Families on Saturday, December 1 from 10 am to 11 am.

THURSDAY DEC 6

Bluegrass Greensource offers a Rain Barrel Workshop on Thursday, December 6 at 5:30 pm.

SATURDAY DEC 8

Bluegrass Greensource is hosting a Home Energy Workshop on Saturday, December 8 from 2 pm to 4 pm. Event is at the Lexington Public Library: Tates Creek Branch. Registration is required.

Seedleaf is hosting Compost 101 at Pivot Brewing on Saturday, December 8 from 4 pm to 5 pm.

King’s Gardens is hosting a Clean The Air Container Houseplant workshop on Saturday, December 8 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Registration is Required.

FRIDAY DEC 14

Lexington Habitat for Humanity Benefit Concert featuring the music of Pink Floyd and Big Star is December 14 at 9 pm at Cosmic Charlie’s, 105 W Loudon Ave.

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APARTMENT COMPLEX IN HAMBURG SELLS FOR $170,000 PER UNIT The newly constructed Waterstone Apartments at Man o War and Polo Club across from Costco sold for about $45 million. This is the third highest price paid for an apartment complex in Lexington behind Forty57 which shattered the record at $52 million six years ago, and The Racquet Club which sold for $51 million earlier this years.

However, this appears to be a record for sale price per unit.

The 2018 assessment represents a partially completed value and January 1, 2019 will be the first assessment at full value.

Info courtesy of Fayette PVA David O’Neill

REAL ESTATE: Properties recently sold in 40505 and 40509

40505

15-Oct-18 ............ 1577 MARTHA CT ...................................................$1,915,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 2175 PATCHEN LAKE LN ..........................................$463,180 19-Oct-18 ............ 1636 COURTNEY AVE ...............................................$222,000 17-Oct-18 ............ 1645 WYATT PKWY ...................................................$215,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 1601 FT SUMTER DR ................................................$200,000 22-Oct-18 ............ 605 BRYANWOOD PKWY ..........................................$193,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 1752 BELLECHASSE DR ...........................................$187,230 05-Oct-18 ............ 1740 CHELMSFORD DR ............................................$170,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 548 BRYANWOOD PKWY.......................................... $162,000 18-Oct-18 ............ 1622 WYATT PKWY ...................................................$156,000 02-Oct-18 ............ 626 WARRINGTON DR ..............................................$150,000 19-Oct-18 ............ 1043 LIBERTY RD ......................................................$143,000 30-Oct-18 ............ 420 ANNISTON DR ....................................................$140,000 30-Oct-18 ............ 745 STATESMAN WAY................................................$137,175 19-Oct-18 ............ 2339 PIERSON DR ....................................................$135,000 09-Oct-18 ............ 2000 CORIANDER LN ................................................$134,900 18-Oct-18 ............ 1707 CHICKASAW CT ...............................................$133,000 02-Nov-18 ............ 1728 GLENEAGLES DR ............................................$131,500 05-Oct-18 ............ 1010 MEADOW LN .....................................................$130,000 24-Oct-18 ............ 1804 MARIETTA DR ...................................................$130,000 01-Oct-18............. 711 BISKOFF CT .......................................................$129,900 15-Oct-18 ............ 1637 WYATT PKWY .................................................. $129,600 01-Oct-18............. 495 CARR CT ............................................................$127,000 17-Oct-18 ............ 612 WALDO WAY .......................................................$125,000 17-Oct-18 ............ 1887 LINTON RD ........................................................$125,000 24-Oct-18 ............ 1810 MARLBORO DR ................................................$121,000 19-Oct-18............. 220 HILLCREST AVE ................................................$120,500 23-Oct-18............. 248 RADCLIFFE RD .................................................. $117,000

22-Oct-18 ............ 538 SANDALWOOD DR ............................................. $112,000 12-Oct-18 ............ 1951 KINGTREE DR.................................................. $111,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 928 HIGHLAND PARK DR .......................................... $110,000 16-Oct-18 ............ 838 CARNEAL RD ........................................................$94,900 26-Oct-18 ............ 124 PARIS AVE .............................................................$92,500 31-Oct-18 ............ 509 PARK VIEW AVE................................................... $89,900 04-Oct-18 ............ 648-650 ANNISTON DR ...............................................$87,000 16-Oct-18 ............ 2315 ALLEN DR ...........................................................$85,600 02-Oct-18 ............ 936 DARLEY DR ..........................................................$78,100 31-Oct-18 ............ 268 RADCLIFFE RD .....................................................$78,000 02-Nov-18............. 1840 COURTLAND DR ................................................$76,500

40509

16-Oct-18............. 2723 MARTINIQUE LN ...............................................$584,100 10-Oct-18............. 3664 HORSEMINT TRL .............................................$535,000 15-Oct-18 ............ 2441 FRANKS WAY ....................................................$525,000 01-Oct-18 ............ 3752 HORSEMINT TRL ..............................................$507,500 05-Oct-18 ............ 637 ANDOVER VILLAGE PL ......................................$475,000 08-Oct-18 ............ 1137 CHETFORD DR .................................................$475,000 10-Oct-18 ............ 3309 BRIDLINGTON RD ............................................$460,000 24-Oct-18............. 2461 CORONEO LN ..................................................$448,000 22-Oct-18 ............ 3489 POLO CLUB BLVD ............................................$413,000 01-Oct-18 ............ 704 ANDOVER VILLAGE DR .....................................$400,000 23-Oct-18............. 1064 SAWGRASS CV................................................ $399,000 11-Oct-18.............. 3724 STOLEN HORSE TRCE................................... $390,000 03-Oct-18............. 2100 RUTLEDGE AVE ...............................................$385,940 10-Oct-18 ............ 1041 ANDOVER FOREST DR ....................................$375,000 26-Oct-18............. 3704 RIDGE VIEW WAY ............................................$373,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 4661 MARLBERRY PL ...............................................$372,000

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REAL ESTATE: Properties recently sold in 40505 and 40509 01-Nov-18 ............ 4123 TRADITION WAY ...............................................$372,000 02-Oct-19 ............ 1825 RACHELS RUN .................................................$359,633 02-Nov-18............. 2513 CARDUCCI ST................................................. $357,000 15-Oct-18 ............ 1600 VENDUE ROW ..................................................$355,500 18-Oct-18 ............ 612 DURNING RD ......................................................$345,000 03-Oct-18............. 3636 TRANQUILITY PT ..............................................$339,976 05-Oct-18 ............ 3589 POLO CLUB BLVD ............................................$339,000 25-Oct-18 ............ 3348 POLO CLUB BLVD ............................................$330,823 12-Oct-18 ............ 1731 AMETHYST WAY ...............................................$326,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 4421 RIVARD LN ........................................................$325,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 4664 MARLBERRY PL ...............................................$325,000 09-Oct-18 ............ 1610 CORNELIUS TRCE ...........................................$324,639 09-Oct-18 ............ 4225 STARRUSH PL.................................................. $324,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 1057 SAWGRASS CV ................................................$308,000 16-Oct-18 ............ 1241 ANGUS TRL .......................................................$305,500 12-Oct-18 ............ 3725 ST ANDREWS WALK........................................ $301,000 01-Oct-18 ............ 3544 HUNTERS GREEN WAY ...................................$300,000 24-Oct-18 ............ 2626 FLYING EBONY DR UNIT 02 ............................$297,500 16-Oct-18 ............ 3709 SUNFLOWER ST ..............................................$285,000 10-Oct-18 ............ 645 GOLF TOWN CIR ................................................$280,000 31-Oct-18 ............ 3800 RUBY LN ...........................................................$280,000 01-Nov-18............. 657 ANDOVER VILLAGE PL .....................................$280,000 29-Oct-18 ............ 3377 SCOTTISH TRCE.............................................. $270,000 29-Oct-18 ............ 3212 BLEDSOE PL..................................................... $257,500

11-Oct-18 ............. 3766 HARDWOOD RD............................................... $255,500 05-Oct-18 ............ 3257 ORCHARD GRASS RD .....................................$254,900 29-Oct-18 ............ 1858 FALLING LEAVES LN ........................................$247,500 04-Oct-18 ............ 2472 ARISTOCRACY CIR ..........................................$240,000 22-Oct-18 ............ 3061 MANY OAKS PARK ...........................................$236,000 05-Oct-18............. 2221 POKEBERRY PARK .........................................$235,000 15-Oct-18............. 3937 BARNARD DR.................................................. $224,000 01-Nov-18 ............ 3417 SCOTTISH TRCE ..............................................$220,000 05-Oct-18 ............ 2308 RIDGEBROOK CT .............................................$215,000 15-Oct-18 ............ 3924 REAL QUIET LN ................................................$205,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 3313 ROYAL TROON RD ...........................................$199,900 01-Oct-18 ............ 2205 POKEBERRY PARK ..........................................$194,000 09-Oct-18 ............ 3341 SCOTTISH TRCE ..............................................$190,000 05-Oct-18............. 940 RIDGEBROOK RD .............................................$185,000 26-Oct-18 ............ 823 SPYGLASS LN ....................................................$182,500 01-Oct-18 ............ 1108 CANYON CT ......................................................$178,000 02-Oct-18 ............ 2704 RED LEAF DR ...................................................$174,419 22-Oct-18 ............ 3172 ROUNDWAY DOWN LN ....................................$173,900 22-Oct-18 ............ 3224 DURANGO DR.................................................. $168,500 05-Oct-18 ............ 3213 FOREST HILL CT ..............................................$168,000 15-Oct-18 ............ 2696 CRYSTAL FALLS RD .........................................$164,000 12-Oct-18 ............ 3316 PUEBLO CT .......................................................$159,000 12-Oct-18 ............ 2624 CALGARY ..........................................................$158,200 19-Oct-18 ............ 840 RIDGEBROOK RD ..............................................$153,000

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