Summer Camp

Where all people are embraced, nurtured, and sustained with open acceptance in God’s love.

Kids Calendar

MAY 4

Frederick Douglass

High School’s production of Beauty and the Beast will run May 4-7. Show run time is approximately 2 hours plus intermission.

SUN MAY 7

Do you have what it takes to become a ninja? An adventure is waiting for you. ShootingStars Youth Theatre will bring to life Wink: The Ninja Who Wanted to be Noticed at 1 pm at Greyline Station.

Join Sleeping Beauty for TeaTime in the Grand Ballroom at the Kentucky Castle, 10:30 am. Each person attending must have a ticket.

SAT MAY 20

May Discovery Saturday is all about blossoms and blooms. Join the LASC for free planetarium shows. Celebrate Addie’s Day in the Kentucky Children’s Garden at the Arboretum. There will be crafts, giant bubble wands, a STEAM activity, games, and each child visitor can plant something to take home! 10 am – 1 pm, Arboretum.

The UK Art Museum welcomes author Jayne Moore Waldrop for a storytime event featuring her new book A Journey in Color: The Art of Ellis Wilson. Waldrop will conduct a read-aloud of the book in the Museum’s ground floor gallery, followed by an opportunity for participants to create an original collage based on the works of Ellis Wilson. Children of all ages are welcome to participate. 11 am.

Coming Soon

Families, caregivers, and teens of the 6th District: looking for an affordable, fun, and engaging summer activity? Lexington Parks and Recreation Department is offering eight engaging themed weeks for teens in June and July as part of its Community Summer Teen Retreat. Teenagers aged 13-17 are eligible to participate. These weeks will cover Aquatics Exploration and Recreation, Local Leaders, Exploring Kentucky Natural Areas, Sports & Health, and more. Teens can sign up for as many weeks as they want, for only $10 each week. The cost includes lunch and snacks. Register at https://www.lexingtonky.gov/ summer-camps.

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Permission to Participate in Camp Activities

I understand and certify that my child’s participation in The Cathedral Domain’s activities is completely voluntary and I have familiarized myself with the camp’s program and activities in which my child will be participating. I recognize that certain hazards and dangers are inherent in the Cathedral Domain’s program including, but not limited to, swimming, rock climbing, repelling, hiking and caving. Although The Cathedral Domain has taken safety measures to minimize the risk of injury to camp participants, equipment, premises, and/or activities will not be free of hazards, accidents, and/or injuries.

I further recognize and have instructed my child in the importance of knowing and abiding by the camps rules, regulations, and procedures for the safety of camp participants.

Photo Permission hrs southeast of Lexington, covering 800 acres in the mountains of Lee County, adjacent to Daniel Boone National Forest.

As the parent or guardian of the camper listed on this application, I give my permission and consent for the use of any photography or video that includes my child’s image.

I further give my permission and consent that any such photographs may be used by The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, The Cathedral Domain, or the American Camp Association to illustrate and promote the camp experience, and/or The Cathedral Domain programs. Policy on Rooming Requests Rooming requests may be considered, but not guaranteed. Campers may request one cabin mate. The request must appear on both campers’ registration forms and the campers’ ages and grades must be the same. It is our policy to place siblings in different cabins unless otherwise requested by a parent/guardian.

Cabin mate request _______________________________

Our camp staff will work diligently and lovingly to make sure that all campers, especially those who may be feeling “new” or uncomfortable, are welcomed as members of the community of the Domain.

CHI Saint Joseph Health and Lexington Clinic Announce New Partnership

CHI Saint Joseph Health and Lexington Clinic recently announced a partnership in which Lexington Clinic will provide physician staffing for the emergency departments at seven hospitals and an ambulatory care center in the CHI Saint Joseph Health system. The change took effect April 17.

“We are excited about this new opportunity to create an even stronger emergency medicine program in our hospitals to serve our patients and our communities with excellence and compassion,” said Anthony Houston, Ed.D., FACHE, CEO, CHI Saint Joseph Health. “This new partnership builds upon a century-long relationship with the Lexington Clinic where we share a strong track record of providing the highest quality of care to our communities.”

CHI Saint Joseph Health and Lexington Clinic have long standing partnerships in several clinical areas across the service area, including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery and urological care.

Lexington Clinic physicians will serve the emergency department needs at Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East in Lexington, Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown, Saint Joseph

Jessamine in Nicholasville, Saint Joseph Berea, Saint Joseph London and Saint Joseph Mount Sterling.

Host an event for Bike Month

In May, Lexington will celebrate its second annual Bike Month and you are invited to host an event! Bike Month will celebrate riding a bicycle for transportation, exercise and/or fun while reminding drivers to slow down, pay attention and share the road.

The month-long celebration will include inperson, virtual, and self-paced events hosted by the city and community partners.

The City will host two beginner-level commuter cycling courses and a Bike to Work breakfast during the month.

The Lexington Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will also host its second annual StreetFest as part of Bike Month on Saturday, May 13. Oliver Lewis Way will be closed between High Street and Broadway to allow people to bike, scoot, skate, jog or walk along the closed street. Community organizations are invited to share resources and host performances, classes or demonstrations related to the event’s mission.