*Family friendly *Dogs on leash Residing in Frankfort, KY is a secret gem known as Josephine Sculpture Park. Choose a sunny day for a leisurely ramble on the grounds of this uncommon woodland. Here you will discover a remarkable display of outdoor artwork woven into the lush landscape. Most of the artwork you can touch…
* Family Friendly In the mood for something a bit different? Invite some friends and head out with the enterprising company known as SUP (Stand Up Board) Kentucky. They offer numerous fascinating options to explore the incredible beauty of the state’s natural treasures. A flooded cavern near Natural Bridge provided the setting for my exciting…
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes A wonderful combination of food, music and fun every summer is produced by Smiley Pete in the form of CRAVE. This weekend, August 12th & 13th, 50 local food trucks and restaurants set up at Masterson Station Park to offer delicious morsels of their fares. I have found…
If you’re like me and on the hunt for a quaint local establishment, consider the Wine + Market on the corner of Jefferson and Second Streets in downtown Lexington, KY. The owners of this cozy French market, Renee and Seth Brewer, create the most delicious gourmet sandwiches and salads! My favorite is the savory turkey…
A big welcome to Kim Spalding, my guest blogger! Kim writes her own blog titled, Savannah & Co. Kim is a super talented local blogger living in Lexington KY. She is an artist and new mother. Be sure to follow her blog!!~ When I heard the Lexington Farmer’s Market was coming to the Summit (a…
I first learned about Goodfellas Pizzeria as a tiny little storefront on North Mill St. that only sat a handful of people. Still, somehow people seemed to know and talk about it. It was a great place to walk up and get pizza, and with slice in hand, continue around downtown. Lo and behold if…
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes Cove Springs is a delightful trail in Frankfort Kentucky. It’s easy to find and has multiple connecting trails. You’ll notice when you first arrive a waterfall near the parking lot and in the water below are goldfish and catfish! Be sure to have a look and take a…
Photographs by Marie Pullen Photography Traveling from Nicholasville to the Jean Farris Winery, I was pleasantly surprised when the navigator treated me to the most amazing back roads. The back roads ran like a river through a canopy of trees and bushes. Being the only driver, at some points, it seemed as if it were…
* Family Friendly The John Holder Trail begins right next to the Hall’s on the River restaurant off of Athens Boonesborough Road near Winchester, KY. The trail is usually well suited for children, so you may want to bring the kiddos (8+) along. It is almost 3 miles round trip. This a lovely trail…
* Family friendly * Dogs on leashes The Bluegrass offers multitude avenues for the enjoyment and appreciation of music, art and culture. Lexington’s summertime family/dog-friendly big band and jazz concert series is one of the many unique choices. Grab your camping chairs, picnic basket, sun hat and preferred beverage. Head out to the…
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes welcome Photos by Marie Pullen Photography The age-old idea, “know your farmer, know your food” is not lost on many a well-informed & conscientious Kentuckian. These days we’ve become so accustomed to the numerous “big-box” stores that we often lose sight of the valuable local farmer, producer…
The Kentucky Native Experience * Family friendly * Dogs on leashes welcome Wow, talk about Kentucky Native: Lexington’s Secret Garden! There’s a small wonderland behind Michler’s Florist dubbed The Kentucky Native that offers an enchanting variety of fun, frolic & entertainment. Michler’s Florist has been part of the Lexington scene for over 40 years.…
