What's Going on This Weekend- February 25th and 26th
This weekend, check out Engineer's Day at UK, a Dr. Seuss storytime or a ninja storytime, a LEGO Batman event, try out hockey, Discovery Saturday at the Living Arts and Science Center, play some chess, or make a Mardi Gras mask. Huge change in weather this weekend, with highs in the high 40s and some clouds. Hope everyone has a fun-filled weekend!
Saturday, February 25th
University of Kentucky is having Engineer's Day from 9am to 1pm. Engineers Day, or E-Day, is a celebration of everything engineering and computer science has to offer. It's open to any and all elementary, middle, and high school students and their families. Pre-registration isn't required but encouraged. Registration and more details here: http://www.engr.uky.edu/eday/. E-Day is a “come and go” type event. Most activities do not a have start time, although a few contests will have a definitive time for judging. Approximately 150 demonstrations, exhibits, and contests hosted by UK students and departments, government organizations, and industry will be on hand to amaze, inform, and delight you! Free. More information here.
Lexington Ice Center is having a Try Hockey for Free event from 10am to 11am. Central Kentucky Hockey Association (CKHA) invites boys and girls to the Lexington Ice Center on Saturday, Feb. 25th for a Try Hockey For Free clinic as part of Hockey Week Across America. Starting at 10:00 AM, local youth, ages 4 to 10, are encouraged to experience ice hockey for the first time and learn the basic skills in a fun, safe environment.USA Hockey's Try Hockey program, with the support of the National Hockey League and NHL member clubs, among others, is designed to provide youth hockey associations with a national platform to introduce new kids to the sport. Total Hockey and Liberty Mutual Insurance are official sponsors of Try Hockey For Free Days. USA Hockey has close to 300 locations offering this unique opportunity to kids nationwide. To register for this Try Hockey For Free event, please visitwww.tryhockeyforfree.com/7479. More information here.
Little Rosie & Co in Harrodsburg is having a Princess Beach Party from 10am to 2pm. Little Rosie & Co., presents Little Rosie's Princess Beach Party! Photos with Little Rosie, Princess Updos, age appropriate makeup, glitter nail polish, professional photography photo booth, glitter bar, glittery temporary tattoos, music, Disney princess', food for purchase, Yellow Rose & Co., clothing boutique, SnapDolls giving away dolls, raffles, and much more! 25$ for one child or $40 for 2 children. 100% of ticket sales goes towards Amanda Cocanougher's medical mission trip to Nicaragua in April. Tickets can be purchased at Little Rosie & Co., salon- 568 south college street- Harrodsburg ky. More information here.
The Living Arts and Science Center is having a Discovery Saturday with Family Workshops. Friends and Family can take advantage of all the NEW opportunities at the LASC in our Space exhibit, art exhibits, hands-on Makers Space, our Planetarium, and NOW you can also choose additional fun-filled art activity designed for all ages and all skill levels. AM Workshop (10:30 - Noon) Paper Marbling with Maggie Rogers.This workshop will focus on paper/fabric marbling. You will be introduced to the history, the process, and many products. Join us for this colorful and relaxing class for the whole family to enjoy together - and have lots of one-of-a-kind designs to take home!Planetarium Show (11:00 and 1:15):Back to the Moon. PM Workshops (12:30 - 2):351. Mismatch Doll with Sonja BrooksQuirky, funny, weird, strangely endearing, and full of personality! These are the words to appropriately describe the oddly-shaped doll you will stitch together from fabric scraps and a few embellishments in this fun-filled family oriented class!Take advantage of all of the Discovery Saturday offerings with CREATOR BANDS! As an introductory offer, we are offering an AM or PM workshop, planetarium show, and all exhibits and Maker Space activities for $10 for the first participant and $8 each additional participant. A great bargain for a one-of-a-kind family and friend experience.Call the LASC at 859-252-522 for more information! More information here.
Barnes and Noble is having a Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Storytime at 11am. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! In celebration of the beloved author's birthday on March 2nd, we will host a special Storytime featuring coloring, activities and more. Don't miss out on this fun-filled Storytime! More information here.
Barnes and Noble is also having a The LEGO® Batman Movie Event at 2pm. We continue our three-month series of events celebrating The LEGO Batman Movie. Kids will be called to put their detective skills to the test with themed activities as well as make & play moments with LEGO bricks/blocks. At each event, kids can collect two limited-edition trading cards (while supplies last) featuring characters from the movie. Join us again on March 11th for the final event. More information here.
Joseph Beth is having a Ninja Storytime featuring AKF Lexington at 11am. Help us welcome AKF Lexington and Po the Kung fu Panda for this popular, interactive storytime event. We'll share a story, learn some martial arts and make a fun craft! More information here.
Sky Zone has Toddler Time from 10am to 11am. Let your kids 5 and under enjoy three different jumping areas, including a foam pit. Toddler Time is a great shared experience for child and parent. A time for your little ones to discover the joy of being active, bouncing under the supervision of their parents, and without interference from the big kids. $12 per child, including socks. $2 extra for non-jumper parent socks. More information here.
Lexington Dance Factory has a Mommy and Me class (ages walking to 2 years) from 9am to 9:30am. Free. More information here.
Lexington Children’s Theatre is presenting “The Watsons Go To Birmingham- 1963” at 2pm and 7pm. This powerful story based on the Newbery Honor Book by Christopher Paul Curtis follows the Watson family as they find themselves thrust in the middle of the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham, AL in 1963. Uncertainty is life, threats are constant, and family is everything. $18 adults, $15 children. Recommended for ages 8 & up. More information here.
Eastside Library is having a Chess Mates event from 10am to 11:30am. Drop-in Chess play! Learn chess basics, meet other chess players, and play pick-up games. All skill levels welcome! For ages 8-up. More information here.
Central Library is having a Mardi Gras Mask Drop-In event from 2pm to 4pm. Recommended K-5th grade. More information here.
McConnell Springs is having a Weekend Workout at 10am. Weekend Workout – An opportunity for everyone to help clean the park and maintain the trails. More information here.
Ft. Boonesborough State Park is having a Fireside Chats Series- Join us for "A Taste of the Frontier", your evening meal, and then enjoy a first person historical character presentation, this week is Maggie Delaney Indentured Servant. Taste of the Frontier served 5:30PM - 6:15PM, Fireside Chat at 6:45PM. The 18th Century Tavern blockhouse will also be open prior to the chats, until about 6:30PM. If you would like to browse the tavern, please make time to come a few minutes early. . Admission is $15 per person, $5 children under 12.Reservations required and there is limited seating. Call (859) 527-3131. More information here.
Other Storytimes:
Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime 11:00 AM (Families)
Central Library: Super Saturday 11:00 AM (Families)
Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime 11:00 AM (Families)
Wild Figs Books and Coffee 10:00am
Sunday, February 26th
Lexington Children’s Theatre is presenting “The Watsons Go To Birmingham- 1963” at 2pm and 7pm. This powerful story based on the Newbery Honor Book by Christopher Paul Curtis follows the Watson family as they find themselves thrust in the middle of the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham, AL in 1963. Uncertainty is life, threats are constant, and family is everything. $18 adults, $15 children. Recommended for ages 8 & up. More information here.
Joseph Beth storytime at 1130pm
