Where to pick

Evan’s Orchard and Cider Mill | 198 Stone Rd., Georgetown

This 5th generation family farm is free to the public. But the real fun kicks in when you purchase tickets to the family fun zone which features a play area, barnyard, hayride, corn maze + mega slide.

Eckert’s Orchard | 1396 Pinckard Pk., Versailles

Eckert’s orchard is a 60-acre farm with tons of pick-your-own fun options — a 3 story treehouse, gem mining + a country store to name a few. Pumpkin pricing starts at .69¢ per lb.

Pro tip: Come for the pumpkins, but don’t forget to try an apple donut.

Where to peek

Transylvania University’s PumpkinMania | Oct. 25-28

Back for its 11th year — 500 carved pumpkins will be on display on the steps of Old Morrison at Transylvania University.

Pro tip: The whole family can join the fun by attending their family-friendly pumpkin carving event on Oct. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Your family’s pumpkin could then be on display in downtown Lexington.

McConnell Springs Jack-O-Lantern Trail | Oct. 27-30

Hike through McConnell Springs Park with hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins on display. The event also features campfires, s’mores + live owls from their program, Critters in the Classroom.

Pro tip: Lexington Parks & Recreation is asking residents to donate carved pumpkins to add a spark + fill the park. Donate your family’s pumpkin art by submitting a Pumpkin Pledge.

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Today

Thoroughbred Makeover | Tues., Oct. 12-Sun., Oct. 17 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kentucky Horse Park | Free | See the world’s largest thoroughbred retraining competition for recently-retired racehorses. 🐎

Wednesday

Pumpkin Carving Party | Wed., Oct.13 | 4-8:30 p.m. | GirlsGirlsGirls Burritos, 395 S. Limestone | Free | Apple cider, chili + free pumpkins provided by Black Soil Ky
Comedy Night at Ethereal Brewing | Wed., Oct. 13 | 8 p.m. | Ethereal Brewing, Distillery District | Free | Comedy and craft beer with CMT's Next Big Comic finalist Kelly Collette

Thursday

UK versus LSU | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7 p.m. | Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex | Free | UK women’s soccer takes on LSU at home. ⚽
Etta May | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7 p.m. | Comedy Off Broadway| $13 | Come get a laugh with the “Queen of Southern Sass.”

Friday

Big Blue Madness | Fri., Oct. 15 | 7 p.m. | Rupp Arena | Prices vary | The annual tipoff to the Kentucky men's and women's basketball seasons 🏀
Curator Tour | Fri., Oct. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | UK Art Museum | Free | Register for this guided tour of After, a three-gallery installation. 🖼️

Saturday

Spooky Thrifts | Sat., Oct. 16 | 12 p.m. | Rockhouse Brewing | Free | A Halloween pop-up with curated vintage clothing 🛍
Old Friends Beer Fest | Sat., Oct. 16 | 1-5 p.m. | Old Friends Farm | $75 or $10 for designated drivers | Enjoy over 80 beers from 40 Kentucky breweries. 🍻
Sunrise Trackside | Sat., Oct. 16 | 8-10:30 a.m. | Free | Grab coffee + donuts while watching the horses train and enjoy family-friendly activities with Keeneland’s mascot, Buckles.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

77º | Partly Cloudy | 22% chance of rain

Coming Soon

Crank & Boom Ice Cream announced they are opening a new soft serve concept in Palomar called BoBi Cones this November. The menu is still being developed but will include 5 soft serve flavors + a variety of cones.

Number

49,874. The number of citizens potentially being reassigned to new districts if the proposed Council District map is approved. The Lexington Redistricting Committee has finished up the city’s proposed new Council District map + they are now looking for input from the community. (CivicLex)

Seasonal

Lexington Parks & Rec are asking residents to donate carved pumpkins to help make the Jack-O-Lantern Trail at McConnell Springs possible again this year. Donors will receive a free poster by Cricket Press + a voucher to attend the event for free.

Watch

ESPN announced that the Kentucky versus Georgia game on Sat., Oct. 16 has been chosen for College GameDay — its pregame show broadcast that highlights the biggest game of the week. Kick-off is at 3:30 p.m. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Opening

A new Avid Hotel is opening in Hamburg and will hold an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wed., Oct. 20 at 4 p.m. The Avid Hotel is an IHG Hotel featuring free breakfast, wi-fi + a gym.

Announced

Country music superstar Reba McEntire announced she will be performing at Rupp Arena on Fri., Jan. 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Fri., Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. (WKYT)

Gallery

The Lexington Art League will host the 10th Annual PRHBTN Gallery opening Fri., Oct. 15 at 6 p.m at the Loudon House. This free event includes a cash bar and food trucks. The exhibit will run from Oct.15-Nov. 12 + features 100+ Kentucky artists using all mediums.

A newly renovated sorority house opened on UK’s campus. Alpha Gamma Delta first opened a UK chapter in 1908. Their building has been under renovation for the past 3 years + can now hold 50 residents. (WTVQ)

Pets

A new humane society is being built in Franklin Co. The new shelter will be a 10,000 sqft facility + will replace the old shelter that currently sits in a flood plain. A bourbon raffle is being held in an effort to raise funds for the new shelter. (WKYT)

Regional

Northern Kentucky is trying to build a new restoration trade school. If successful, the Covington Restoration Trades School would help train individuals + provide them with the skills needed to preserve historic buildings. (The Lane Report)

Job

Lextran — Lexington’s public transportation bus system — is holding a job fair today from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Attendees can learn about employment opportunities, network with current employees + apply onsite.

Finance

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