The Fayette Cooperating Preschool is offering a series of free, innovative music classes to young children, ages 2-7, at Hunter Presbyterian Church at 109 Rosemont Garden. These “Magical Music Mornings” will introduce early learners to the artistry of voice and instrument with play-based instruction from Sarah Smitha of Candy Mountain Music and Mick Jeffries of […]
The 2020 Chinese New Year Celebration, hosted by the KY Chinese American Association, is set for Sunday, Jan. 26 at the Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. This annual event kicks off with a holiday market from 4-6:45 p.m. Shop and enjoy festival foods, crafts, traditional costumes, calligraphy, mini Chinese classes, cultural displays and […]
What does it take to be a princess? That is the question Lexington Children’s Theatre will answer in January with its production of “The Princess and the Peas.” This fun and funky retelling of a Hans Christian Andersen classic finds out what happens when “princess-ness” is put to the test. Is being a princess about […]
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live, presented by Variety Live and the Opera House Fund at the Lexington Opera House on Saturday, January 25. Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of […]
More than 125 years after its debut, “The Nutcracker” remains one of the most iconic holiday performances in history. Every December the Tchaikovsky ballet pops up in venues across Central Kentucky. But one particular performance has been tweaked with young audience members in mind. The Bluegrass Youth Ballet has created a new tradition with “The […]
Sometimes the best gift you can give are not a physical thing, but an experience. Here are some of the best local membership and experience gifts you can give to the kids in your life this holiday season. The Explorium Memberships to the Explorium make great gifts for families, and prices start at only […]
Begin the holiday season with the Kentucky Railway Museum as Santa takes a break from his busy schedule to take a train ride throughout Nelson County. The “Santa Express” and “North Pole Express” are two special events held annually at the Kentucky Railway in New Haven. During a 1.5 train ride, Santa visits with the […]
Whether you are looking for ballet, musical entertainment or stage shows, we have all the info on Central Kentucky holiday performances this season. Read on for details. Derby Dinner Playhouse:“Elf The Musical” Based on the 2003 movie starring Will Farrell, this musical adaptation has all the great humor and heart, but with added songs and […]
Santa is making several stops in Central Kentucky before Christmas Eve. Plan your photo op with Santa or Mrs. Claus at any of these local events happening in November or December: Cabela’s Santa’s Wonderland is open for free photos with Santa, holiday crafts and games daily through Dec. 24. Photos with Santa are available Monday-Saturday […]
The Living Arts & Science Center will host the 13th annual Day of the Dead Festival on Friday, Nov. 1 to celebrate the rich traditions of the holiday. This family-friendly event, from 5 to 9 p.m., includes hands-on crafts such as decorating sugar skulls, tin ornaments and traditional headdresses; a community altar for photographs of […]
