Community Event Calendar

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

On February 18th, we’ll celebrate Black History Month with a panel discussion, made up of Black leaders from right here, in Lexington. They’ll speak to the long legacy of Black success in the U.S., and they will discuss a myriad of issues that affect the Black community today. In addition to the panel, attendees will enjoy poetry and music.

All are welcome to attend this free event! Food will be provided. Thanks to AVOL, free HIV testing will be available during the event as well.

We hope that you’ll join us for the celebration and that you will encourage others to join in too!

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

We’re sure you’ve been wondering what 2020 holds for your Lexington CreativeMornings chapter. Well, wait no more. For our first event of the year, we’re doing something a little different…

We’re putting on an EVENING event! It’s something that many in our community have requested over the years. A chance to mix it up with our CreativeMornings community without having to set that alarm nearly as early. Not only that, it’s an event with a purpose. Here are the details:

WHAT
For the global theme of “invest,” we’re asking you to join us in investing in our creative community. A CreativeMornings mixer-fundraiser-extravaganza, to ensure that we can continue celebrating the brilliant minds and talents we have in our city, and to ensure that we can continue gathering in incredible venues and elevating the CreativeMornings Lexington experience. The past three years couldn’t have been possible without YOU. And the same goes for the next three years and beyond.

We’re bringing back some of our favorite speakers from previous talks for a series of mini-talks. We’ll have a cash bar and plenty of time to mix, mingle, network and celebrate all things CreativeMornings. Maybe a few fun surprises as well!

WHEN
Save the date for Friday, February 21st at 21c Museum Hotel, from 6:00-7:30 pm.

WHY
Each year of CreativeMornings programming costs over $15,000 to produce and share with the world in photography and video. We’ve been lucky to have (and continue to have) the incredible support of local businesses, venues and organizations over three years as a chapter to make so many memorable and inspiring events possible. But in an effort to make our chapter more sustainable and continue delivering bigger and better FREE events for the future, we’re asking for your support. Any contribution will help and we’re only asking that you give what you can at the event. And you aren’t required to donate any amount in order to attend.

Follow along here for more details. But we can’t wait to see you again. We miss your faces, your energy and your support. And we know we can make 2020 another incredible year, together.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

A38 Films in partnership with The Lyric Theatre Cultural & Arts Center presents two films by Antwon Lindsey on Saturday, February 22, at The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at lexingtonlyric.tix.com or by calling our box office at (859) 280-2218.

“Colour of Love” Film Synopsis:
With her caressing words and his gentle brushstrokes of compassion, discover the ART of LOVE between a young poet and painter.

“Reticent ‘Cause Black Boys Can’t Cry” Film Synopsis:
Based on the novel, Reticent: A Somber Soul in Despair, RASSID journeys the life of a young black male and his attempts to balance the emotional woes of various environmental traumas, while growing up in a disenfranchised inner-city community.

Q&A at the conclusion of each film.

There will be a reception area in the Lyric Theatre lobby to meet the cast and director prior to the screening of the films.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

The Food Connection at the University of Kentucky, in partnership with Bluegrass Farm to Table and Kentucky Proud, invites you to the second annual Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit. This day of workshops, networking, and conversation is designed to bring together food systems professionals who work on the front lines of growing our local farm and food systems.

Registration is $75 which covers full participation in the summit, all day coffee, a locally sourced lunch, and a networking reception with drinks and light refreshments. For off-campus guests, this also includes the cost of parking. Instructions on parking and other details will be sent to you prior to the event. A limited number of scholarships are available, please contact lilian.brislen@uky.edu to inquire.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is partnering with the Kentucky Department of Corrections Reentry Division, Legal Aid of the Bluegrass, and Voices of Hope to host an expungement clinic in Lexington, KY. The event will be held on Thursday, February 27 from 9:00 – 11:30 AM at Voices of Hope, located at 450 Old Vine St., Ste. 101.

At the clinic, the partnering agencies will guide participants through the expungement process, run record checks, review previous charges and begin paperwork for the expungement. “Expungement” is the process by which a record of criminal conviction is destroyed or sealed from state or federal record. An expungement order directs the court to treat the criminal conviction as if it had never occurred, essentially removing it from a defendant’s criminal record.

In 2019, Goodwill Industries of Kentucky hosted 36 expungement events statewide, serving 1,511 job seekers with background challenges. In 2020, the nonprofit is placing an emphasis on providing expungements free of charge and ensuring participants complete the full expungement process. Last month, Goodwill hosted an expungement clinic in Louisville, which serves 165 job seekers with background challenges.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Join us to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the women’s suffrage movement!

KAPAAW is partnering with The University of Kentucky’s Center for Graduate and Professional Diversity Initiative and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center to facilitate the 4th Annual Sister Circle Forum, Surviving to Thriving: “Ain’t I a Woman?”

The Sister Circle Forum is a FREE, full day forum for young and experienced professional women of color in the Lexington community and greater Lexington area. Through interactive workshops, poster presentations, and a dynamic keynote address, conference attendees will engage in critical conversations surrounding professional development, education and career planning, examine the historical legacy women’s rights has played in the narrative of women of color in the United States, and share in the therapeutic moments that Sister Circle provides.

Join us for this dynamic experience on Friday, February 28, 2020 in the Gatton Student Center. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Any questions about this event please contact Teasia Martin at teasia.martin@uky.edu or 859-253-8196.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Printmaker and collage artist Jim Brancaccio came to
Lexington in 1955 with his family and went on to study at
Transylvania University in 1959. Except for a brief five year
period when Jim taught English in Ohio, Brancaccio has
been a mainstay in the arts community of Lexington. In
the 1980’s, Jim was appointed Gallery Director of the
Living Arts & Science Center, a not-for-profit organization
providing unique creative opportunities for exploration
and education in the arts and sciences.

To honor Brancaccio’s deep contribution to the Lexington
arts community, LexArts and the Living Arts & Science
Center have proudly partnered together to present a
retrospective alongside new works of Jim Brancaccio at
both gallery locations: the LexArts Gallery Jan. 9 – Feb. 29
and the Living Arts & Science Center Jan. 10 – Mar 9.

Skateboard Deck Art Show and Skatepark for a Day February 29th 2-6pm at Rock House Brewery (all ages).

Decks will be on display for bidding at the Illustrated Barber Shop, Charmed Life Tattoo, Broomwagon and Oscar Diggs during the month of February. Final bidding along with pop up skatepark for a day will be at Rock House Brewery Warehouse 2-6pm on Saturday February 29th, 2020. All funds raised by Friends for Skateparks will go towards the expansion of Woodland Skatepark. For more information go to friendsforskateparks.com

Artist Include:
Jenni Phillips, Ryan Cummins, Wes Meek, Matt Harper, Jesse Saxon, Melvin Armstrangle, Chavous, Spacecrail, Matt Westbrook, Asa Castle, Chris Rogers, Krista Colleen Graham, Erica Cook, Tyler Burke, Trent Redmond, Kayla Hitzler, Pierce Birdsong, Kevin Hamilton, Christine Kuhn, Jason Sturgill, Delle Marlene, Josh Walling, Joe Lopez, Geoff Murphy, Joe Parrish, Joe King

Event Sponsored by Friends for Skateparks, Rock House Brewery, Charmed Life Tatoos, the Illustrated Barber, Broomwagon and Oscar Diggs

The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Beta Gamma Omega Chapter presents a FREE screening and film discussion of ‘Beloved.’

Saturday, February 29.
Pre-film discussion begins at 2:30 p.m.
Film screening at 3:00 p.m.
Post-film discussion immediately following the conclusion of the film.

Event mission statement: “The Arts Committee of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Beta Gamma Omega Chapter, will further expose the community to the works of the late Toni Morrison and have a viewing of her movie Beloved. A discussion of her work will be led by Rynetta Davis from the University of Kentucky.”

Film Synopsis:
Beloved is a 1998 American fantasy drama film directed by Jonathan Demme and starring Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, and Thandie Newton. Based on Toni Morrison’s 1987 novel of the same name, the plot centers on a former slave after the American Civil War, her haunting by a poltergeist, and the visitation of her reincarnated daughter.

R – Restricted
Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Forcht Bank Presents 7th Annual EMERGE Conference on March 4th

An outgrowth of a past Commerce Lexington Inc. Leadership Visit, the seventh annual EMERGE Conference presented by Forcht Bank will engage the next generation leaders of Central Kentucky, connecting emerging leaders to each other and to the community.

The conference will take place on Wednesday, March 4, at the Lexington Convention Center from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The EMERGE conference engages the next generation leaders of Central Kentucky – our emerging leaders – to leverage their thoughts, ideas, and strategies for the betterment of our community and region. This full-day event includes a variety of breakout sessions and panel discussions, opening interactive session with dynamic speaker, luncheon speaker, as well as a closing reception at the end of the day.

Register Here:
https://web.commercelexington.com/events/EMERGE-20-6164/details
Emerge Website:
www.emergelexington.com
Venue Information:
http://www.lexingtoncenter.com/lexington-convention-center

The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center presents with The Core Ensemble and actress, Shinnerrie Jackson, ‘Ain’t I a Woman’ on Thursday, March 5th, as a part of our Women’s History Month programming.

Admission:
$20 GA (+ processing fee)
Tickets can be purchased at lexingtonlyric.tix.com or by calling our box office at (859) 280-2218.

‘Ain’t I a Woman’
A chamber music theatre work for actress and trio (cello, piano & percussion) celebrating the lives and times of four significant African American Women: ex-slave and fiery abolitionist Sojourner Truth, renowned novelist and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston, exuberant folk artist Clementine Hunter and fervant civil rights worker Fannie Lou Hamer. Text is by Kim Hines. The musical score is drawn from the heartfelt sprituals of the Deep South, the urban exuberance of the Jazz Age and concert music by African American composers including Diane Monroe. Actress Shinnerrie Jackson plays the four historical characters.

Shinnerrie Jackson has appeared in regional theatre and collegiate theatre in such productions as Guys and Dolls, A Christmas Carol, The Tempest, Much Ado About Nothing, King Lear, All My Sons, The Glass Menagerie, and Raisin in the Sun. Favorite roles include Mama Morton in Chicago (Weathervane Theater), Female Chorus in Electra (Pittsburgh Public Theater), and One Night with Janis Joplin. She has been seen on 30 Rock and in Whit Stillmans’ Damsels in Distress. Ms. Jackson holds an MFA in Acting from the University of Tennessee and a B.M. in Vocal Performance from Oberlin Conservatory. This is her seventh season touring in “Ain’t I a Woman!” Shinnerrie Jackson is a member of Actor’s Equity Association.

On Friday, March 6, we will be partnering with Rock House Brewing to host an International Women’s Festival Kick-Off Concert featuring The Binders, an all-female super group paying homage to the women rockers that came before them. Tab Caudill, a Central Kentucky songwriter, will be opening the show with her signature folk rock ballads.

The mission of the International Women’s Festival is to highlight women-owned businesses and organizations in Lexington, KY, while also giving a platform for local female artists and performers to work together in celebrating International Women’s Day. Our ultimate goal is to support, empower, and celebrate women of different cultures as we continue to step up to become leaders in our government, our communities, and the arts.

Come help us kick off our annual International Women’s Festival with a night of fun as we celebrate the contributions of women in music.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
We highly encourage you to purchase tickets in advance via lexingtonlyric.tix.com or by calling our box office at (859) 280-2218.

Bring your ticket stubs to the International Women’s Festival for a chance to win official IWF 2020 merch! Design to be revealed soon.

This event is 18+.
Doors: 8PM
Music: 9PM

Join the On the Table Engagement Team to learn about how to host a table as part of this year’s OTT, focusing on Lexington’s neighborhoods!

We’ll have FREE breakfast for everyone and lots of coffee, plus good conversation.

Children are welcome! There will be activities to keep them busy, if needed!

— What is On the Table? —
On the Table is a city-wide conversation where over 10,000 Lexingtonians gather across the city— in homes, businesses, libraries, and parks— to discuss the present and future of our shared community.

— Why neighborhoods? —
Rising rents, new businesses, increased traffic, better sidewalks – all across Lexington, neighborhoods are changing. Some neighborhoods are going through positive changes – and some through negative ones. In this year’s On the Table, we want to facilitate a community-wide conversation about these changes.

We will use information from these conversations to power a series of place-specific neighborhood reports all across the city. Neighbors and policy-makers alike will be able to use these open-sourced reports to advocate for their communities and make better-informed decisions that impact people across Fayette County.

— How can I participate? —
On March 25, anyone, anywhere in Fayette County is welcome to organize or attend these conversations. Table conversations will be happening at various times of the day, across the city of Lexington. To make finding (or hosting!) a table a simple process, we will provide helpful resources including host toolkits and facilitator guidance.

In an intentional effort to continue the conversation beyond On the Table March 25, there will be a series of “mini” On the Tables. These conversations will be hosted with our Table Partners in the week following On the Table, culminating in the launch of the 2020 Census on April 1.

The Lyric is excited to present our second annual International Women’s Festival on Saturday, March 7, from 12-5 PM.

Attendees are able to enjoy performances, international food, shop with local vendors, learn more about local organizations, and browse an art exhibition specifically created and curated to celebrate International Women’s Day.

The mission of the International Women’s Festival is to highlight women-owned businesses and organizations in Lexington, KY, while also giving a platform for local female (including those who identify as) artists and performers to work together in celebrating International Women’s Day. Our ultimate goal is to support, empower, and celebrate women of different cultures as we continue to step up to become leaders in our government, our communities, and the arts.

Access to the festival is FREE, which includes the performances, gallery, and kid zone!

FOOD:
Taco Queen Catering – Vegan
Jerk Nite – Caribbean Street Food
Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream
Lyric Concessions

PERFORMERS:
Shree School of Dance
Mecca Live Studio And Gallery
Shuling Studio
Women’s Suffrage Centennial Chorus, Frankfort, KY
Casa de la Cultura de Ky
Bluegrass Ceili Academy
Message Theater
Vagabond Stage Productions
An IWF Fashion Show coordinated by Soreyda Benedit-Begley

KID ZONE:
The Living Arts & Science Center – Crafts
Casa de la Cultura de Ky – Crafts
Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council – Patch Registration

Also – Check out the Amplified – International Women’s Festival Kick-Off Concert on Friday, March 6!

A multimedia art and fashion event. Runway shows, visual art and multiple dance a musical performances.
The theme of the event is surrealism, inspired by Salvador Dali’s work..
Friday March 13, 2020: International Night
Dance performances and cultural clothing showcase by Casa de la Cultura de Ky, Shuling Studio, Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Blackbird Dance Theatre, Dance Studio Kalei Apikai and Bluegrass Indo-American Society. DJ Bombshell
Designer’s collections showcase.
Special guest, Miss Kentucky Latina and Miss Kentucky Teen Latina

Saturday March 14, 2020: Guest designer Patrick Howell collection showcase. The “Sarah Jane Estes Sustainable Design Competition”. The winner of the competition will receive a $1000, a feature in Sophisticated Living Magazine and an award handmade by Lexington’s local artist Kiptoo Tarus. MCEE, Miss Wheelchair Kentucky 2018, Heidi McKenzie
Musical Performance by LaKyya Washington, “Colored Girls” excerpt by Message Theater.
Hair and makeup by Paul MItchell The School Lexington
Catering by Perfect Party Planner Lex LLC
Design competition judges: Sarah Jane Estes, Ben Powell, Lamar Wilson, Bella Begley, Bridget Bailey Williams, Kiptoo Tarus and Laura Sioux Kirkpatrick.
The process of organizing this event is being documented by published writer and fashion/textile artist Laverne Zabielskiand it will be published as a coffee table book.

This event is possible by the generosity of The Apiary, Sophisticated Living Magazine, Lexington Community Radio, El pulso Latino, Oak Hill Gardens KY, The Thoroughbred Center, Paul MItchell The School Lexington, Ingenia Club and Apriori.

Visual Artist: Victor Palomino, Tonya Vance, Esmeralda Cedillo.

Thank you to our many supporters and collaborators.
Alter ur Ego, Ky Darling Meat, New Life Counseling Services, Yolantha Harrison-Pace, Tatiana Aristizábal Zuluaga, Storyteller Studio, E Consulting, The Exploration Foundation

Banner designed by Camilo Eduardo Quintana
Photo by Wandering Elm Photography
Dress by Soreyda Benedit-Begley
Model Bella
Concept by Josh Samples

This event is organised by Soreyda Benedit-Begley through S.Benedit Productions

We have a gift for you!
A holiday special: 2 day pass for $50.
Regular price starting January 1 is $30 per day.
Info at https://www.soreyda.com/future-of-fashion-2020

A multimedia art and fashion event. Runway shows, visual art and multiple dance a musical performances.
The theme of the event is surrealism, inspired by Salvador Dali’s work..
Friday March 13, 2020: International Night
Dance performances and cultural clothing showcase by Casa de la Cultura de Ky, Shuling Studio, Bluegrass Ceili Academy, Blackbird Dance Theatre, Dance Studio Kalei Apikai and Bluegrass Indo-American Society. DJ Bombshell
Designer’s collections showcase.
Special guest, Miss Kentucky Latina and Miss Kentucky Teen Latina

Saturday March 14, 2020: Guest designer Patrick Howell collection showcase. The “Sarah Jane Estes Sustainable Design Competition”. The winner of the competition will receive a $1000, a feature in Sophisticated Living Magazine and an award handmade by Lexington’s local artist Kiptoo Tarus. MCEE, Miss Wheelchair Kentucky 2018, Heidi McKenzie
Musical Performance by LaKyya Washington, “Colored Girls” excerpt by Message Theater.
Hair and makeup by Paul MItchell The School Lexington
Catering by Perfect Party Planner Lex LLC
Design competition judges: Sarah Jane Estes, Ben Powell, Lamar Wilson, Bella Begley, Bridget Bailey Williams, Kiptoo Tarus and Laura Sioux Kirkpatrick.
The process of organizing this event is being documented by published writer and fashion/textile artist Laverne Zabielskiand it will be published as a coffee table book.

This event is possible by the generosity of The Apiary, Sophisticated Living Magazine, Lexington Community Radio, El pulso Latino, Oak Hill Gardens KY, The Thoroughbred Center, Paul MItchell The School Lexington, Ingenia Club and Apriori.

Visual Artist: Victor Palomino, Tonya Vance, Esmeralda Cedillo.

Thank you to our many supporters and collaborators.
Alter ur Ego, Ky Darling Meat, New Life Counseling Services, Yolantha Harrison-Pace, Tatiana Aristizábal Zuluaga, Storyteller Studio, E Consulting, The Exploration Foundation

Banner designed by Camilo Eduardo Quintana
Photo by Wandering Elm Photography
Dress by Soreyda Benedit-Begley
Model Bella
Concept by Josh Samples

This event is organised by Soreyda Benedit-Begley through S.Benedit Productions

We have a gift for you!
A holiday special: 2 day pass for $50.
Regular price starting January 1 is $30 per day.
Info at https://www.soreyda.com/future-of-fashion-2020

The Public Arts Commission is hosting a series of focus group gatherings throughout the community to get public input regarding the public art master plan.

Some meetings will have a specific focus, but all are welcome to attend. Please register at: bit.ly/lhspublicart

If you’re unable to attend a meeting, we hope you’ll make your voice heard by filling out this survey! Bit.ly/publicartlexington.

• 11/12/19 – Lafayette High School Library (focus on educators and students)

• 12/3/19 – Northside Public Library (focus on communities of color and social change)

• 1/14/20 – Lyric Theatre (focus on artists and art organizations)

• 2/4/20 – Portofino Restaurant (focus on business and business leaders)

• 3/26/20 – Meadowthorpe Park

Award-Winning Indie filmmaker Mr. CL Woodson III, returns to The Lyric Theater Sunday March 29th,2020 Matinee 3pm performance, with the new spiritually funny stage play “Only GOD Can Judge Me”. Prepare yourself to experience a phenomenal courtroom drama that will have you on the edge of your seat.

TICKETS ONLY: $32.50 & $44.50
Contact: 800-975-4011

Synopsis: Montrell Banks has been charged in Moral Court because of his SINful secrets. Now facing his accusers, Montrell’s defense of “I was just young & dumb”, may not be good enough to get the case dismissed. Witness compelling testimony causes the judge to act in a bias way. His former girlfriend and other close friends expose his SINS that only God should judge.

“Let him who is without sin cast the first stone”.

Powerful vocal performances and well executed comedic timing will assure all will enjoy!

Imagine being on trial for your SINS and being judge by those who can’t actually reserve your place in heaven. “Only GOD Can Judge Me”

The perfect opportunity to purge and refresh your closet! Go through your clothes and collect the items that you’re having a rough relationship with. Haven’t worn it in a year? Too small? Too big? Too orange? Tired of that handbag? Those shoes don’t go with anything anymore? Bring it.

All sizes, shapes, and gender identities welcome! We will be segmenting into size 12 and under, 14 and up, and accessories. No limit to what you can take home. No hangers please. Invite your friends!

This INcludes all styles of pants, shirts, jackets, jewelry, hats, scarves, shoes, etc. Items you would consign or let a friend borrow. Unused cosmetics welcome.

This EXcludes anything you would be embarrassed to let a friend borrow (stretched out, stained, ripped, or otherwise yucky and super dated items), socks, panties, and bras. (Sexy lingerie is welcome.)

Anything left over (if you don’t choose to take it home) will be donated to the Hope Centers and Goodwill.

Emily of Eliminate: Professional Organizing will be providing snacks, beverages, and decor. Thank you to Paige for allowing us to use her beautiful home for this fun event! We can’t wait to see you there to experience the power of the purge!

Lexington’s longest running open mic poetry set, #PoetryInMotion, returns to Creaux on Tuesday, April 7th, 2020!! Join us for a diverse open mic set, neo soul grooves courtesy of DJ Johnnie Johnson, food, drinks and good people!

***This month we are challenging poets and artists to explore their deepest thoughts and emotions about the current state of our country! You do not have to adhere to this theme, but we definitely encourage it!

What: The Devine Experience presents “Poetry In Motion”

Where: Creaux

When: Tuesday, April 7th, 2020 from 830-11 pm

At What Cost: $5 cover ALL NIGHT.

*Open mic list is first come first serve and will remain open until 10 pm.

The 2nd annual DiverCity Festival will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2020. The second year festival is meant to celebrate the multitude of cultures that enrich the city of Lexington!

This event is family-friendly and will consist of live entertainment, food, drinks, and opportunities to interact with our fellow community members. Come out and celebrate with us!

The 2019 festival attracted over 3,000 attendees and featured more than 40 cultural performances, and 80 vendors.

Applications are open for sponsors, vendors or performers.

Visit www.divercitylexington.com for more information.

KITE FEST 2019 IS CANCELED.

Join us for the annual kite flying event held at Masterson Station Park sponsored by Water + Oak.

Celebrate National Kite Month and Parks & Recreation’s first major outdoor event of the season. We are excited about the NEW LOCATION for this event offering a beautiful field, closer parking, and better traffic flow so you can get to the event quicker and enjoy the fun. Free activities will include kite flying, children’s games, kite decorating and more. Free sunscreen will be available provided by Dermatology Associates of Kentucky.

Food vendors will be on-site throughout the day or families may pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park.

Bring your own kite! Kites will not be provided at the event.