Events

Homeschool Day - Healthy You, Healthy Me
Jan
23

Homeschool Day - Healthy You, Healthy Me

The greatest wealth is health, so come celebrate and learn about wellness!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. Students must have their own form of transportation to and from LASC. 

Sign up online to reserve your spot. Admission fee will be due at the door on the day of the event.

8$ for Adults | 5$ for Kids

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Family Class - Spa Day
Jan
25

Family Class - Spa Day

Join us for a spa day where we’ll listen to music and make own lip balms, bath bombs, and more!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes 2 attendees (1 adult & 1 child)

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Hands-On Hang-Out!
Jan
25

Hands-On Hang-Out!

An interactive kid’s afternoon with The Living Arts & Science Center + Kentucky Wild!

This event is hosted by Wise Bird Cider Co.

Date: January 11th, 2025

Location: 1170 Manchester Street, Lexington, KY 40508

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Adult Class - Couple's Wheel Throwing
Feb
13

Adult Class - Couple's Wheel Throwing

Ages: 18+

As seen in the movie Ghost! 

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, what better way to kick off the holiday than with a couple’s wheel-throwing class?  Grab your partner or friend and join local artist Sophia Dominici for a fun/messy night of romantic wheel-throwing.  

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes two tickets and all materials supplied.

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Adult Class - Couple's Wheel Throwing
Feb
15

Adult Class - Couple's Wheel Throwing

Ages: 18+

As seen in the movie Ghost! 

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, what better way to kick off the holiday than with a couple’s wheel-throwing class?  Grab your partner or friend and join local artist Sophia Dominici for a fun/messy night of romantic wheel-throwing.  

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes two tickets and all materials supplied.

CLASS FULL

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Family Class - Collage Art with Kim Dixon
Feb
22

Family Class - Collage Art with Kim Dixon

We have a special treat for you this February!

Join the LASC with local artist Kim Dixon. Kim Dixon will guide the class through various ways to create collage art. Using magazines, paper, newspaper, tissue paper and more families will learn a skilled talent from an amazing artist. This will surely be something you can take home to your families and create together. 

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes 2 attendees (1 adult & 1 child)

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Homeschool Day - Astronaut For a Day
Feb
27

Homeschool Day - Astronaut For a Day

Help the dream stay alive by living your astronaut dreams and see the planets in our beautiful planetarium!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. Students must have their own form of transportation to and from LASC. 

Sign up online to reserve your spot. Admission fee will be due at the door on the day of the event.

8$ for Adults | 5$ for Kids

REGISTER HERE

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Adult Class - Beginner Basketry : Learn to Weave an Egg Basket
Mar
22

Adult Class - Beginner Basketry : Learn to Weave an Egg Basket

Ages: 18+

Join the LASC with well-known basket weaver Janet Northern. This class will teach you the basics of weaving a handmade egg basket. Learn various techniques and basketry tricks as well as getting to take home your very own egg basket made from reed material.  

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. A sack lunch is recommended.   

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes 4-hour class and all materials

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Homeschool Day - All About Lexington
Mar
27

Homeschool Day - All About Lexington

Learn all about our beautiful Lexington, the Horse Capital of the world!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. Students must have their own form of transportation to and from LASC. 

Sign up online to reserve your spot. Admission fee will be due at the door on the day of the event.

8$ for Adults | 5$ for Kids

REGISTER HERE

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Homeschool Day - Appalachian Culture
Apr
24

Homeschool Day - Appalachian Culture

Join us to Celebrate Appalachian Culture! “It’ll be fun as all get out!”

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. Students must have their own form of transportation to and from LASC. 

Sign up online to reserve your spot. Admission fee will be due at the door on the day of the event.

8$ for Adults | 5$ for Kids

REGISTER HERE

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Family Class - Ceramic Music Shakers
Apr
26

Family Class - Ceramic Music Shakers

Let’s make some noise! Join us for a special class where families will learn to make a music shaker out of clay. Using Hand-building techniques families will mold and carve their very own music shakers. After fired pieces will be filled with shaking materials sealed up and returned to the families for some musical fun.

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes 2 attendees (1 adult & 1 child)

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Family Class - Intro to Henna
May
24

Family Class - Intro to Henna

Join us for a comprehensive introduction to henna body art and learn to make beautiful designs at home! We will cover how to roll henna cones and mix paste before moving on to application techniques, classic designs/patterns, and composing your own creations. 

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

$80 ($70 Members) | Ticket price includes 2 attendees (1 adult & 1 child)

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Gallery Hop
Jan
17

Gallery Hop

Three Solo Shows and a Group Show
Date: January 17th
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM

Join us for three solo exhibitions featuring:

  • Jon Gaddis at the Glo Gallery

  • Ben Wade at the Kinkead Gallery

  • Vincent Whelan in the Atrium

Additionally, there will be a new group show presented by the Urban Art Collective.

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Breakfast with the Grinch
Dec
21

Breakfast with the Grinch

Breakfast with the Grinch!

December 21st, 10am to 11:30am.

Location: The Living Arts & Science Center

Free event!

Must pre-register for Breakfast with the Grinch. Use link below to sign-up (only children need to register.)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Join LASC for our 2nd annual Breakfast with the Grinch. Join us for donuts (while they last), story time and meet the one and only Grinch himself. Stay after for all LASC’s WinterwonderLab activities.

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Brunch Club Series | Sangria and Scrapbooking
Nov
23

Brunch Club Series | Sangria and Scrapbooking

Instructor: Gaby Hoss | 10:00am - 2:00pm | $80 ($70 Members)

Elevate your weekend with a delightful blend of culinary and artistic exploration in our one-of-a-kind adult workshop. Join us for an immersive experience where you’ll indulge in a delicious brunch, craft exquisite mocktails, and create captivating artwork—all in one engaging class.  Connect with fellow participants in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Share ideas, inspire each other, and enjoy a collaborative experience where creativity and community come together. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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Family Class | Let’s Make a Stuffed Animal!
Nov
23

Family Class | Let’s Make a Stuffed Animal!

Instructor: Meredith Coffey | 10:00am - 12:00pm | $80 ($70 Members)

Want to sew a stuffed animal? Then this is the class for you! You and your child will create your very own stuffy to take home. We will work with basic hand-sewing and machine sewing techniques to build our stuffed friends. The class price includes 2 participants (1 adult & 1 child.)

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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Discovery Saturday: Anti-buddies…the body’s defenses
Nov
16

Discovery Saturday: Anti-buddies…the body’s defenses

Come along for the ride as we dive into the amazing world of your body’s defenders, learning how our body and brain protect us and keep us healthy!

Discovery Saturday is our fun & free day of adventure! Welcome to people of all ages to come and engage in the arts & sciences.

Proudly sponsored by PNC Bank!

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Day of the Dead Celebration
Nov
1

Day of the Dead Celebration

Join us for The Day of the Dead Celebration on November 1st from 5 PM to 8 PM! Experience the artistry of Michael Andrews' photography and witness the creations from Ofrenda builders Janice Aragon, Nadzi Ahey, Diane Kahlo, and Michelle Newby Armstrong. Local Artist in Residence August Castillo will be working in his studio, offering a glimpse into his creative process. Enjoy hands-on activities and explore local student work from Cassidy and Dixie Elementary displayed throughout the building. It promises to be an engaging and enriching evening.

Photography by Michael Andrews

Ofrenda by Nadzi Ahey

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Brunch Club Series | Classic Mimosas and Ceramic Mugs
Oct
26

Brunch Club Series | Classic Mimosas and Ceramic Mugs

Instructor: Gaby Hoss | 10:00am - 2:00pm | $95 ($85 Members)

Elevate your weekend with a delightful blend of culinary and artistic exploration in our one-of-a-kind adult workshop. Join us for an immersive experience where you’ll indulge in a delicious brunch, craft exquisite mocktails, and create captivating artwork—all in one engaging class.  Connect with fellow participants in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Share ideas, inspire each other, and enjoy a collaborative experience where creativity and community come together. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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Family Class | Spooktacular Ceramics
Oct
26

Family Class | Spooktacular Ceramics

Instructor: Leah Thompson | 10:00am - 12:00pm | $95 ($85 Members)

Join us for a Halloween themed ceramics class, where we will learn basic ceramic skills and make our own spooky trinkets! The class price includes 2 participants (1 adult & 1 child.)

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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SINGO Night @ Girls Girls Girls Benefiting the LASC
Oct
25

SINGO Night @ Girls Girls Girls Benefiting the LASC

Want to enjoy a fun night out, good food, and support the LASC? No singing is necessary!

Join us for SINGO night at Girls Girls Girls Burritos! 15% of Proceeds will benefit the LASC! SINGO Cards - $1/card per round

Doors open at 6, SINGO rounds go from 7-8/8:30

*Prizes for the winning team for each round*

What is SINGO?

Singo is a musical spin on Bingo. Instead of listening for a number, players listen to music.

Each player can purchase a $1 Singo card printed with the titles of popular songs. While Singo randomly plays song clips of "the good parts", players can sing along and mark matching song titles on their cards.

The first player to mark five songs in a row and to shout "Singo" wins the round!

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Zombie Crawl, Hosted by RadioLex
Oct
20

Zombie Crawl, Hosted by RadioLex

On Sunday, October 20, from 1pm-6pm, hordes of zombies will descend on Lexington, KY.

The RADIOLEX Zombie Crawl is a team-based virtual scavenger hunt played throughout the community on players’ mobile devices. The scavenger hunt features a variety of zombie-related ‘missions.’ Players will collect brains (points) and compete for prizes.

The fun winds up on Main Street just in time for the Thriller Parade!

Team Registration is NOW OPEN!

The LASC is a stop on the Crawl, so stop by to get points for prizes!

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Discovery Saturday: Monster Mysteria
Oct
19

Discovery Saturday: Monster Mysteria

Join us for a spooktacular extravaganza where we will celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos! Costumes are highly encouraged!

Discovery Saturday is our fun & free day of adventure! Welcome to people of all ages to come and engage in the arts & sciences.

Proudly sponsored by PNC Bank!

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Day of the Dead | Guided Ofrenda Workshop FREE: All ages
Oct
19

Day of the Dead | Guided Ofrenda Workshop FREE: All ages

Teacher: Mercedes Harn | Saturday, October 19th, 10:00am-12:00pm | FREE

October 19th, 10:00am - 12:00pm | Free
All Ages

In this workshop, you will learn how to create a traditional ofrenda, with step-by-step guidance by local artist Mercedes Harn. Participants will explore the rich symbolism behind each element and its significance in celebrating Día de los Muertos.

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Brunch Club Series | Painkiller and Printmaking
Sep
28

Brunch Club Series | Painkiller and Printmaking

Instructor: Gaby Hoss | 10:00am - 2:00pm | $80 ($70 Members)

Elevate your weekend with a delightful blend of culinary and artistic exploration in our one-of-a-kind adult workshop. Join us for an immersive experience where you’ll indulge in a delicious brunch, craft exquisite mocktails, and create captivating artwork—all in one engaging class.  Connect with fellow participants in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Share ideas, inspire each other, and enjoy a collaborative experience where creativity and community come together. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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Family Class | Paint & Sip: Family Edition
Sep
28

Family Class | Paint & Sip: Family Edition

Instructor: Leah Thompson | 10:00am - 12:00pm | $80 ($70 Members)

Join us for some sparkling cider and an awesome guided painting session, where we’ll all come out with beautiful works of art! The class price includes 2 participants (1 adult & 1 child.)

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. 

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Discovery Saturday: Brain Games!
Sep
21

Discovery Saturday: Brain Games!

All aboard the Brain Games train! At our next stop we will explore the mysteries of the brain! This event is perfect for young minds eager to unravel the secrets of the most incredible organ in the body!

Discovery Saturday is our fun & free day of adventure! Welcome to people of all ages to come and engage in the arts & sciences.

Proudly sponsored by PNC Bank!

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Homeschool Day at LASC!
Sep
17

Homeschool Day at LASC!

Join us for a fun day at The Living Arts & Science Center! The LASC invites Homeschoolers & their families to participate in a day of Discovery!

Spots have all been reserved - Please check back in the Spring for another Homeschool Day!

Admission $8 per adult, $5 per student, senior, veteran. Children under 3 are free.

To register please email Meredith Coffey at mcoffey@lasclex.org

Schedule:
10:00am Art Activity
10:40am LIVE SCIENCE
10:40am Meet The Animals
11:00am Fur, Teeth & Tracks Activity
11:30am LIVE SCIENCE
11:30am Meet The Animals
12:00 LUNCH TIME on the lawn. Please bring a lunch to enjoy on the front lawn of The Living Arts & Science Center.

Note: Meet The Animals & LIVE SCIENCE are the same activity done twice throughout the day. All activities are optional, please make your own schedule to suit your interests!

Planetarium Schedule:
10:00am World, One Sky: Big Bird's Big Adventure
Recommended Age Group Pre-K

10:30am Earth, Moon & Sun!
Recommended Age Group Kindergarten - 3rd Grade

11:00am Habitat Earth
Recommended Age Group All Ages

11:30am Back to The Moon
Recommended Age Group All Ages

The event is 10:00am-1:00pm, families are welcome to stay for self-lead discovery until closing time at 6:00pm.

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Seedlings in STEAM
Sep
4

Seedlings in STEAM

Seedlings in STEAM is a FREE 8 week program for pre-k students and their caregivers. Bringing new encounters in STEAM & School readiness for students ages 3-5 yrs old. Space is limited and pre registration is required.

Please contact Grace Kistner to pre-register for Seedlings in STEAM

gkistner@lasclex.org or 859-252-5222

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Discovery Saturday: Buggin Out!
Aug
17

Discovery Saturday: Buggin Out!

Calling all young explorers, get ready to dive into the magical world of insects! From buzzing bees to colorful butterflies, get ready to discover these amazing creatures through awesome art projects and fun activities. Don't miss out on this bug-tastic experience that's perfect for budding entomologists of all ages!

Discovery Saturday is our fun & free day of adventure! Welcome to people of all ages to come and engage in the arts & sciences.

Planetarium Shows
11:00am Perfect Little Planet
12:00pm Perfect Little Planet
"Perfect Little Planet features a family from another star system looking for the ultimate vacation spot. Join them as they travel through our solar system and see it from a distinctly different point of view. Soar over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet."
Suggested Age: 4-12
Runtime: 35 minutes

1:00pm Habitat Earth
"Living networks connect and support life forms large and small—from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. In the California Academy of Sciences’ latest original planetarium show, Habitat Earth, discover what it means to live in today’s connected world. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world, dive below the ocean’s surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth’s tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks."
Suggested Age: All
Runtime: 25 minutes

Proudly sponsored by PNC Bank!

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Camp Gold: Intro to Wheel Throwing - Ages 50+
Jul
29
to Aug 2

Camp Gold: Intro to Wheel Throwing - Ages 50+

Teacher: Meghan Taylor | July 29th-August 2nd, 1:00pm-4:00pm | $200 (members $175)
Ages 50+

Join LASC for its second ever Golden Summer Camp. A class geared for students ages 50+. Join instructor, Meghan Taylor in the clay studio to learn how to work with clay on the potter’s wheel. Students will spend the week learning how to center, open, pull and trim on the potter’s wheel as well as use different texture tools and decorating techniques. Come ready for a mess and a lot of fun!

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

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Camp Gold: Beginning Ceramics - Ages 50 +
Jun
24
to Jun 28

Camp Gold: Beginning Ceramics - Ages 50 +

Teacher: Marianne Brown | June 24th-28th, 1:00pm-4:00pm | $200 (members $175)

Ages 50+

Join LASC for its first ever Golden Summer Camp. A class geared for students ages 50+! Join the fun and expand your ceramic skills with professional artist Marianne Brown. You’ll learn basic hand-building skills, throw on the potter’s, form your own designs and textures. This 5-day class is a wonderful introduction to all things clay.

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center.

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The Museum of Lost Things Exhibit Opening Reception
May
31

The Museum of Lost Things Exhibit Opening Reception

What differentiates trash from treasure? What began as a casual neighborhood waterway clean-up turned into an usual collection and series of questions: What are these objects? What are their origins? What can be learned from them? The Museum of Lost Things categorizes and describes the personal collection of artist and educator Mia Cinelli, discovered between 2020–2024. The exhibition runs May 24–September 2, 2024. Please join us for an opening reception and brief artist talk on Friday, May 31.

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Lost Arts Art Club | Birthday Cake from Scratch
May
28

Lost Arts Art Club | Birthday Cake from Scratch

Instructor: Meghan Taylor | 2nd + 4th Tuesday of the month | 5:30-7:30pm | BYO Snacks & Refreshments | $20 (members)/$25 (non-members)

 Join us for The Living Arts & Science Center's adult art club!  Lost Arts Art Club meets twice a month with the goal to provide our lifelong learners an opportunity to try new things, explore traditional homemaking techniques, create, and socialize.  Come prepared to make a mess, a new friend, or discover a hobby!   

 May 28th | Birthday Cake from Scratch - Forget that generic box mix and help Meghan celebrate her birthday with a cake made from basic, raw ingredients.  Participants will take home a special, handcrafted birthday surprise!  

 Lost Arts Art Club will meet at The Living Arts & Science Center, located at 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., Lexington, KY 40508.

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No School Day | Throw Some Dough: Grades K - 5
May
21

No School Day | Throw Some Dough: Grades K - 5

Teacher: Meghan Taylor | May 21st, 9:00am - 4:00pm | $95 ($80 Members)
Grades: K-5th 

Get ready to throw some dough!

The LASC is excited to present our first combo cooking and ceramics class.

Students will spend the morning learning cooking basics, food presentation, how to cook and prepare their own soups salads, and more.

After lunch students will head into the clay studio and create their own dishware to use with their newly acquired cooking skills. Students will learn ceramic hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. 

This class will meet in person at the Living Arts & Science Center. Parents should provide two peanut free snacks, one lunch, and a personal water bottle for their child.

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