Monday, Feb. 23
Wandering Storytellers at Natasha's Bistro
LEXINGTON - Natasha's Bistro, in conjunction with the Kentucky Storytelling Association, will host two storytellers the last Monday of every month at 8 p.m. Amateur storytellers will also have the opportunity to entertain audiences during the open mic portion. There is a $5 cover for the event. For more information, call 259-2754 or visit www.beetnik.com. The Kentucky Storytelling Association has information available at www.kystory.org, as well.
Tuesday, Feb. 24
Family Fun and Learning Night: Heart Healthy Valentines
LEXINGTON - The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, 251 W. Second St., is hosting a free evening of crafts, games, activities and dinner to educate the public on heart healthy practices. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and will last until 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 254-4175.
Wednesday, Feb. 25
Ash Wednesday service at Versailles Presbyterian Church
VERSAILLES - Versailles Presbyterian Church, 130 N. Main St., will host a special Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. Dinner will be served prior to the service at 6 p.m. The service and the dinner are free and open to the public. For more information, call 873-3491.
Thursday, Feb. 26
Beginners Knitting
LEXINGTON - Avoid the cold February temperatures and spend an evening at the Living Arts and Sciences Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., learning to make a scarf, ear-warmer, wristbands or headband and even your own knitting needles. The class is for beginners, so no experience is necessary. If you're feeling crafty, stop by from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 252-5222.
Upcoming
Saturday, March 5
Taste of Home Cooking School
WINCHESTER - If you're interested in learning new recipes, or want some healthier options to serve your family, check out the Taste of Home Cooking School, with culinary specialist Dana Elliot. The event, sponsored by The Winchester Sun, will take place at Central Baptist Church, 101 W. Lexington Ave. Tickets go on sale soon, so check out www.tasteofhomeschools.com for a complete show schedule and ticket information, or contact Cindy Juett at 355-1221.
March 13-15
Saint Patrick's Day weekend at Fort Boonesborough
WINCHESTER - Fort Boonesborough State Park, 627 South, will host the annual Saint Patrick's day weekend, full of activities for the entire family, but the events are for registered campers only. Campers can participate in a shamrock hunt, watch NCAA basketball on the big screen TV, play putt-putt golf for free and enjoy a free continental breakfast on Sunday. For more information, call 527-3131, ext. 218 or e-mail boonecamp@bellsouth.net.
Saturday, March 14
Early photography workshop
WINCHESTER - The Winchester Opera House, 10 E. Lexington Ave., will host a "photogram" workshop with Mary Renzy. The fee is $20 and a light lunch is included. For more information or to register, call 745-6622.
