Coming up in April from 250Lex…
News release provided by Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
Spring has sprung and Lexington’s 250th anniversary celebration continues in April with a month-long focus on music and the written word.
“From writers and poets, to musicians and performers, this month we’ve got something for everyone,” Mayor Linda Gorton said. “Join us as we celebrate our city’s talented, one-of-a-kind, literary and music community.” Events include:
AN EVENING INSPIRED BY THE WRITTEN WORD
A free public event celebration reflecting Lexington’s historic and rich literary legacy at the Kentucky Theatre, 214 E. Main Street. The evening will include numerous Lexington authors and performers, such as current and former Kentucky Poets Laureate Silas House, Frank X Walker, George Ella Lyon and Jeff Worley; National Book Award Recipient Nikky Finney; Hip Hop and spoken word artist Tony Wavy; a dance performance choreographed by Jenny Fitzpatrick; and musical and theatrical performances with guest artists. Join us for this special night to celebrate why Lexington is such a special place for writers of all genres. Visit 250Lex.com for more information.
250LEX ENTREPRENEURIAL SHOWDOWN
Teams of students from Bluegrass Community & Technical College, Fayette County Public Schools, Transylvania University, and the University of Kentucky will pitch ideas or products to be considered for prize money. Sponsored by 250Lex and Toyota, the 250Lex Entrepreneurial Showdown will take place from 4-7:30 p.m. on the campus of Transylvania University. Tickets are free, but reservations are required.
KENTUCKY GREAT WRITERS SERIES: 250LEX EDITION
The Kentucky Great Writer Series features writers with a Kentucky connection who have one or more works of high literary quality. This special 250Lex edition will feature the current and former Kentucky Poets Laureate of Lexington, and be emceed by former Kentucky Poet Laureate Richard Taylor, of Frankfort. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 15, at the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.
IT IS WRITTEN
A live performance by local Hip Hop artists, and an original live art piece (painted during the program) will kick off at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 16, at the Northside Branch of the Lexington Public Library. The event will continue from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, and Wednesday, April 30, at the Marksbury Family Branch and Tates Creek Branch of the Lexington Public Library, respectively. Free and open to the public.
30 DAYS OF MUSIC
From the first Beethoven Symphony performed in America to the jazz majesty of Les McCann, Lexington has always been a city in love with music. 250Lex presents the first-of-its kind Month of Music, where the people, the places and performances will reverberate all over town. From Al’s Bar to Kroger Field, there’s something for every musical taste. For more information and full schedule, visit 250Lex.com.
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For a full list of programming taking place in March, visit 250Lex.com.
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News release provided by Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
https://www.lexingtonky.gov/news/coming-april-250lex
