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Martinis & Mistletoe 2024
2024-12-04 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Drees Pavilion, 790 Park Lane, Covington, Kentucky, 41011
Holiday Cheer

The 16th annual Martinis & Mistletoe fundraiser was presented by the Northern Kentucky Regional Fund Board.

Honorary chairs Kimberly and Sarah Patton welcomed guests for an evening of cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, musical entertainment and seasonal merriment.

All proceeds benefit KET’s mission and impact. Read about KET’s impact in Kim’s Making a Difference story.

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BE NKY Growth Partnership

Gary & Lisa Blank

Brandstetter Carroll, Inc.

EGC Construction

Gateway Community & Technical College

HORAN

Pepper Construction

Robert Rich

Jeanne Schroer & Michael Dinn

Thomas More University

Holiday Kitchen Kick-Off with The Farmer & The Foodie
2024-11-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Bourbon Barrel Foods, 1201 Story Avenue, Ste 175, Louisville, Kentucky, 40206
Join The Farmer & The Foodie hosts Maggie Keith and Lindsey McClave for a cozy afternoon in the kitchen!

Saturday, November 30th, they’ll be preparing a seasonal recipe in the beautiful demo kitchen at Bourbon Barrel Foods.

Attendees will receive a limited-edition gift perfect for your holiday festivities!

This event is full, but please check back for more events in 2025!

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Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey in Louisville
2024-11-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Whitney Hall at the Kentucky Performing Arts Center, 501 W Main St, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202, United States
Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey in Louisville

Rick Steves, America’s leading authority on European travel, teams up with the Louisville Orchestra for a musical journey that begins in the United States and travels to seven European countries. This unique concert celebrates music’s power to stir the patriotic soul. Playing musical tour guide, Rick Steves utilizes his extensive knowledge of European history and culture to help set the context for each piece.

Then, the orchestra performs a selection of stirring 19th-century anthems by Romantic-era composers, including Grieg, Smetana, Strauss, Berlioz, Elgar, Wagner, and Verdi. Each selection honors a particular nationality, while the finale, Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” (Europe’s official anthem) pays homage to the continent’s motto of “United in Diversity.” The music is accompanied by a montage of evocative video images from each country. Bob Bernhardt conducts and Rick Steves narrates.

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A Special Screening of Secrets of the Dead: The Civil War’s Lost Massacre at Camp Nelson
2024-10-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Camp Nelson, 6614 Danville Road, Nicholasville, Kentucky, 40356, United States
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This new episode of Secrets of the Dead, which was co-produced by KET, investigates an incident from Kentucky history known as the “Simpsonville Massacre,” when 22 Civil War-era soldiers from the 5th US Colored Cavalry on a cattle drive to a Louisville slaughterhouse were ambushed and slain by outlaws.

Camp Nelson’s Chief of Education, Steve Phan, will participate in a Q&A following the screening.

Camp Nelson | 6614 Danville Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Monday, October 28, 2024

Doors open at 6:00 pm, the screening starts at 6:30 pm.

The event is free but seating is limited and reservations are required using the form below.

Funding for Secrets of the Dead: The Civil War’s Lost Massacre is made possible in part by the KET Millenium Fund.

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Super Saturday 2024
2024-10-19 09:00 - 14:00 | KET, 600 Cooper Drive, Lexington, KY, 40502
We hope you can join us!

Kids and parents, KET invites you to Super Saturday, a free family event where you can experience virtual-reality headsets; meet PBS KIDS characters Clifford, Buddy the Dinosaur and Donkey Hodie; enjoy hands-on learning activities with community partner booths and more!

When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 9 am – 2 pm

Where: KET at 600 Cooper Drive, Lexington, KY 40502

Registration: This event is free but pre-registration is encouraged using the form below.

Parking: Parking is free in the GREEN LOT/Gate 1 at Kroger Field.

Please note:

The only animals allowed on the premises are service animals.

By attending this event, you acknowledge that KET may take photos and video of you and your child(ren) which may be used for promotional purposes.

Community Partners

Special thanks to our participating community partners; be sure to check out their all-ages, interactive exhibitions! Allegro Dance Project | Arts for All KY | Bluegrass Greensource | Explorium of Lexington | First5Lex | Food Chain | The Hearing & Speech Center | Kentucky Science Center (formerly Louisville Science Center) | KET Education | KET Family Fun Club | Lexington Philharmonic | Mathnasium of West Lexington | On the Move | UK Art Museum | UK Physics and Astronomy Dept. | Yes! Arts

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Finding Your Roots: A Conversation With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
2024-10-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Centre College’s Norton Center for the Arts, 600 W Walnut St, Danville, Kentucky, 40422
Want to see Henry Louis Gates, Jr. speak in person? For the Finding Your Roots fan, we have tickets to a lecture Gates will be giving at Centre College’s Norton Center for the Arts. Dive deep into the past during this special evening, with Gates’ lecture based on Finding Your Roots and the impact of history and genealogy on our lives. With Finding Your Roots now entering its 10th season, Gates has become an icon of public television and continues to showcase and highlight the value of history to understand our lives and times today. Don’t miss your chance to see this PBS star in person here in Kentucky!A once-in-a-lifetime experience, we have a small number of VIP tickets available for KET donors. These VIP tickets not only include 1 ticket to attend the Finding Your Roots lecture by Henry Louis Gates at Centre College’s Norton Center for the Performing Arts. These tickets also include an exclusive after-lecture reception held by Centre College, where Henry Louis Gates Jr. will be present for time to meet people and talk after the event. There will be a bar, live entertainment, and hors d’oeuvres. These tickets are not available to the general public, but we have a small, limited number available to KET viewers. KET has a very small number of these VIP tickets available, so make sure you get yours!

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A Special Screening of Secrets of the Dead: The Civil War’s Lost Massacre at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
2024-09-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Kentucky
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Join us at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History for a special screening of Secrets of the Dead: The Civil War’s Lost Massacre. This new episode, which was co-produced by KET, investigates an incident from Kentucky history known as the “Simpsonville Massacre,” when 22 Civil War-era soldiers from the 5th US Colored Cavalry on a cattle drive to a Louisville slaughterhouse were ambushed and slain by outlaws.

KET’s Secrets of the Dead film screening is free to attend, however, the Kentucky Historical Society’s Civil War History Day event is ticketed with a fee. Guests may attend the film screening without attending the full History Day event.

In the Brown-Forman Room at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History | 100 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY 40601

Saturday, September 28, 2024

4:00 pm

The event is free but seating is limited and reservations are required using the form below.

Funding for Secrets of the Dead: The Civil War’s Lost Massacre is made possible in part by the KET Millenium Fund.

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POSTPONED - Chip Polston and Kentucky Life
2024-09-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Boone County Public Library | Burlington Branch, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, Kentucky, 41005
This event has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Stay tuned for a new date.

Boone County Public Library – Burlington Branch | 1786 Burlington Pike | Burlington, KY 41005

Join us for a meet-and-greet with Chip Polston

A visit from KET’s Kentucky Life, celebrating the great people, places, and ideas of our state, followed by a meet-and-greet with the show’s host, Chip Polston.

Doors open at 6 p.m.

Summer Celebration 2024: Bravo! Broadway
2024-06-08 19:00 - 23:59 | Kentucky
Dr. Everett and Alicia McCorveySummer Celebration 2024 | Donamire Farm

Bravo! Broadway

Thank you for stepping into the bright lights of KET’s 36th annual Summer Celebration “Bravo! Broadway” – a show-stopping evening on June 8 in support of the state’s largest performance stage.

In the lead roles, Honorary Chairs Everett and Alicia McCorvey and Producer Mira Ball together with some 900 stars on the set helped raise a record box office all to benefit KET’s programs and services.

The curtain opened to It’s a Grand Night for Singing then guests enjoyed Big Apple hospitality, auction swag and dancing – all against the backdrop of beautiful Donamire Farm. And whether you masqueraded as Phantom, roared like the Lion King or took a shot with Hamilton, please take a bow for making possible more education and inspiration for those we serve.

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Patrons

Alzheimer’s Association-Greater KY & Southern IN Chapter

Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield

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Becky Jordan State Farm Insurance

Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Cecil’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

CHI Saint Joseph Health

Clean Gas, Inc.

Community Action Council

Patti & Al Cross and Jennifer & David Cross

Janet Doss

Duo Broadband

Fifth Third Bank

Virginia Fox

Gess Mattingly & Atchison

Beverly and Dan Griffith

Keeneland

KEMI

Kentucky Chamber of Commerce

Kentucky Community and Technical College System

The Lane Report

Lexington Event Company

Marsh McLennan Agency

McCarthy Strategic Solutions LLC

Cyndy and Herb Miller

Myers Fencing

NetGain Technologies

Owensboro Health

Mr. M. Lynn Parrish

Sarah and Kim Patton

PNC Bank

Republic Bank & Trust Co.

Southeast Printing & Mailing

Stock Yards Bank & Trust

Stephanie Stumbo and Andrew Dorton

Truist

UK Healthcare

United Real Estate Louisville and Bluegrass

WesBanco Bank, Inc.

Willett Distillery

WLEX-TV

Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs

Celtic Woman 20 - Anniversary Tour
2024-04-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Louisville Palace, 625 S 4th St, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202
Described as “Riverdance for the voice,” this truly Irish ensemble takes their influences from the likes of Enya, Moya Brennan and Clannad, with their unique spin on traditional songs and modern pieces earning them 10 million albums sold worldwide since their inception. Join the talented troupe as they return in March 2024.For their first tour in 2005, they appeared in more than a dozen U.S. cities for their original album debut, which spent a whopping 81 weeks at the top of the Billboard World Music Chart. It was intended to be their only album release, but its success spurred them on to put out 19 more albums in the intervening decade, with a rotating lineup of vocalists and new faces. Tickets for Celtic Woman 20 – Anniversary Tour are set aside specifically for KET members and offer some of the best seats in the house. Limited meet-and-greets are available while supplies last.

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The Legacy of Black Horsemen Screening
2024-03-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 300 E Third St, Lexington, Kentucky, 40508
The image of the painting First Futurity by L. Maurer appears courtesy of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.The Legacy of Black Horsemen, an hour-long historical documentary, tells the stories of Black jockeys, trainers, owners, grooms, and exercisers in the 1800s whose contributions helped lay the foundation for the Thoroughbred industry. It is an era that paralleled slavery, the outbreak of the Civil War, and the ensuing segregation and Jim Crow laws that generations would face and overcome to be successful. Utilizing contemporary interviews, reenactments, historical photographs and paintings, the film highlights the Black horsemen who were instrumental in making Thoroughbred racing America’s first national pastime. The program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions. This event is free to attend but registration is required.

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Exile in Concert
2024-03-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Kentucky
Enjoy a full concert by Exile, the legendary Kentucky group, performing all their hits, plus songs from their brand-new album. Exile band members are JP Pennington, Marlon Hargis, Les Taylor, Sonny LeMaire and Steve Goetzman.

Tickets for this show at the historic Kentucky Theatre were set aside specifically for KET members. Tickets are $200 and include a Soundcheckpass (watch and listen in as the band performs their pre-show soundcheck) along with a Meet & Greet opportunity. We have a limited number of tickets so act fast!

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Becoming bell hooks - Louisville
2024-02-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Speed Art Museum Cinema, 2035 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40208
Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. Learn how bell’s childhood in Hopkinsville and her connection to Kentucky’s “hillbilly culture” informed her views and her belief that feminism is for everybody.

This program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions.

This event is free to attend but registration is required.

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Becoming bell hooks - Lexington
2024-02-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 300 E Third St, Lexington, Kentucky, 40508
Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. Learn how bell’s childhood in Hopkinsville and her connection to Kentucky’s “hillbilly culture” informed her views and her belief that feminism is for everybody.

This program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions.

This event is free to attend but registration is required.

Registration

Registration for this event is now closed. Please tune in to the premiere of Becoming bell hooks on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 9/8 pm on KET.

Joe Bonamassa
2024-02-19 20:00 - 22:00 | The Louisville Palace, 625 S 4th St, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202
Joe Bonamassa is the guitarist’s guitarist. A master of the blues, Bonamassa easily ranks alongside the more well known Clapton or Jeff Beck. Such was his prodigious talent that he supported B.B. King at the tender of age of twelve in 1989, and was christened by King as “one of a kind.” Since then, he’s played with anyone who is anyone and released a formidable catalog of studio albums.

Bonamassa is one of those performers who seems to live on the road this year is no different. An opportunity to witness a master at the very top of his game is one not to be missed!

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February Fanfare 2024
2024-02-09 19:00 - 23:00 | The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, Kentucky, 40207
Honorary Stars: Pam and Paul Thompson

Lights. Camera. Action!

KET’s silver anniversary salute to the silver screen was a blockbuster event! February Fanfare, lit up the night as we took you back to the glamour of the golden age of Hollywood. Celebrating KET’s impact in Louisville and the philanthropic work of Honorary Chairs Paul and Pamela Thompson, over 300 attendees enjoyed dinner, a record-breaking silent auction, and danced the night away to the tunes of The Crashers. All proceeds benefit KET’s programs and services. Thank you!

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February Fanfare 2024 | KET | Feb. 9, 2024 | The Olmsted Louisville, KY

February Fanfare 2024 | KET | Feb. 9, 2024 | The Olmsted Louisville, KY

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Central Bank & Trust

Tom & Elaine Crawford

JPMorgan Chase

Alice & Wade Houston

Muhammad Ali Center

Republic Bank

Stewart Home & School

Paul and Pamela Thompson

Tilford, Dobbins & Schmidt, PLLC

Martinis & Mistletoe 2023
2023-12-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Drees Pavilion, 790 Park Lane, Covington, Kentucky, 41011
Holiday Cheer

The 15th annual Martinis & Mistletoe fundraiser was presented by the Northern Kentucky Regional Fund Board. Joseph and Laura Chillo of Thomas More University were our 2023 honorees.

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A Festive Evening

Guests enjoyed:

Cocktails

Silent auction

Heavy hors d’oeuvres

Musical entertainment

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Joanne Shaw Taylor
2023-11-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Kentucky Center for Performing Arts, 501 W Main St, Louisville, KY, 40202
Join #1 Billboard Blues Artist Joanne Shaw Taylor and her amazing band as they perform material spanning her fourteen-year career as well as from her latest critically acclaimed release, “Nobody’s Fool”. Taylor has become one of the hottest live acts on the modern blues scene. You don’t want to miss Blues Rock Phenom, Joanne Shaw Taylor on this unforgettable night of soul and blues music!”

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Tickets are available for a donation of $150 per ticket.

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Tommy Emmanuel at Cincinnati's Taft Theater
2023-10-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Taft Theater, 317 E 5th St, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45292, United States
“Music is the medicine of the soul,” wrote Plato. “It gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, joy to sadness, and life to everything.” Remarkably, Plato recognized this truth somehow more than 2000 years before Tommy Emmanuel was even born, but it could have been written about him. The real-time exuberance Tommy brings to every note of every song he plays is palpable and infectious. His fans are in love with his unbound talent as a guitarist of multitudes, his ability to play three parts at once, always with pure heart and real soul. He is a true virtuoso. But he seems as delighted always with the magic of the music as the audience, if not more, and his joy illuminates everything.

In 2018, Tommy made the great album, Accomplice One, a series of duets with musicians great and varied, and all at his level. An inspired idea, it seemed to answer the question: What could Tommy possibly record that would match the energy and greatness he’s already achieved? How about bringing in other virtuoso musicians and artists to duet with him? It’s a concept that worked, as the range of artists reflected Tommy’s expansive love of all kinds of music, including Rodney Crowell, Mark Knopfler, Amanda Shires, Jason Isbell, Jerry Douglas, Jake Shimabukuro and more. Each of his accomplices seemed as inspired by his energy and passion as much as Tommy was by theirs, and he played with effortless grace.

Now comes the long-awaited sequel, Accomplice Two, out in spring of 2023. It shares the same exuberance, diversity, and sense of adventure as the first album, with a great range of artists. This album features rock legends Michael McDonald, Jorma Kaukonen, and Little Feat; bluegrass superstars such as Billy Strings, The Del McCoury Band, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Sierra Hull, and David Grisman; country icons such as Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jamey Johnson, and Raul Malo; and guitar heavyweights like Yasmin Williams, Larry Campbell, and Richard Smith. The first single “White Freight Liner Blues” is out now and features the Grammy-nominated claw hammer guitarist, Molly Tuttle.

Tommy also has a new television special called Accomplice LIVE! airing on KET in March of 2023. This special features some of Tommy’s best-known songs and duets with his accomplices such as Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Sierra Hull, Yasmin Williams, and many others.

Experience Tommy Emmanuel’s live performance at the Taft Theater with KET supporters like you!

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Be My Neighbor Day 2023 (Louisville)
2023-09-24 12:00 - 16:00 | E.P. “Tom” Sawyer Park, 3000 Freys Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
Thank you for joining KET in partnership with Fred Rogers Productions and PNC Grow Up Great at the 7th annual Be My Neighbor Day on Sunday, September 24th.Without the support of community partners, we could not have served the 1,000 neighbors who enjoyed this special day in the neighborhood!Check out some photos from the event below and check back for more updates on next year’s event. We look forward to seeing you!

Be My Neighbor Day photo album

Thanks to our generous sponsors

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Additional support provided by:

Healthy Mind, Healthy Body Tent: Creative Family Counseling | Kentucky Center for Mathematics | Louisville Ballet | Louisville Fencing Center | Primrose School

Other Community Partners: Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS | Dream Factory of Louisville | ECHO Mobile | Louisville Astronomical Society | Louisville Nature Center | Louisville Public Library | Norton Children’s Hospital & Norton Hospital Helicopter

Be My Neighbor Day 2023 (Lexington)
2023-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Lexington Public Library, Eastside Branch, 3000 Blake James Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, 40509
About the event

KET Education will host a Daniel Tiger Be My Neighbor Day in partnership with PNC and Lexington Public Library on Saturday, September 16th from 10 am to 12 pm at the Eastside library branch. The free family event builds on the values and themes presented in Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and introduces children to caring neighbors and community helpers while teaching them the importance of giving back.

Plan to join us

When: Saturday, September 16, 2023 | 10 am to noon

Where: Lexington Public Library, Eastside Branch | 3000 Blake James Drive | Lexington, KY 40509

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Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons at Rupp Arena
2023-08-27 20:00 | Rupp Arena, 430 W Vine St, Lexington, KY, 40507, United States
The original Jersey boy himself, Frankie Valli is a true American legend. With unforgettable tunes like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “December ‘63 – Oh What A Night,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” and of course, “Grease,” his songs have been omnipresent in iconic movies such as The Deer Hunter, Dirty Dancing, Mrs. Doubtfire, Conspiracy Theory and The Wanderers. As many as 200 artists have covered Frankie’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” from Nancy Wilson’s jazz treatment to Lauryn Hill’s hip-hop makeover.

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons have sold over 100 million records worldwide. They continue to tour throughout the U.S. and abroad to packed houses receiving nightly standing ovations from thrilled fans of multiple generations.

Experience Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons performing live at Rupp Arena with KET supporters like you!

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Tickets are available for a donation of $200 per ticket. Tickets will be emailed two weeks prior to the event.

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Rupp Arena / Central Bank Center430 W Vine StLexington, KY 40507

Super Saturday 2023
2023-08-26 09:00 - 14:00 | KET, 600 Cooper Dr., Lexington, KY, 40502, United States
The event at a glance

Where: KET at 600 Cooper Drive, Lexington, KY 40502

When: Saturday, August 26 | 9 am – 2 pm

What: A fun, free family event featuring performances, activity booths, and much, much more!

Entertainment:

Mr. Steve, PBS KIDS host and musician, will perform his fans’ favorite songs along with his friend, Chris.

Mister C from PBS LearningMedia’s DIY Science Time will be here demonstrating some great STEAM-related activities.

The McTeggart Irish Dancers will perform on stage.

Please note: Only service animals will be allowed on the premises.

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By attending this event, you acknowledge that KET may take photos and video of you and your child(ren) and that they may be used for promotional purposes.

Pre-registration for this event is now closed but we welcome walk-ups.

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Stars of Tomorrow Opera Gala - Premiere Screening
2023-08-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Kentucky Theatre, 214 East Main Street, LEXINGTON, Kentucky, 40507, United States
About the program on KET

Stars of Tomorrow Opera Gala showcases students from the University of Kentucky Opera Theatre who perform selections from “Carmen,” “La Traviata,” “Die Fledermaus,” “Aida” and more at the historic Opera House in Lexington under the guidance of internationally known impresario conductor Dr. Everett McCorvey, director and executive producer of the UK Opera Theater, accompanied by the UK Symphony Orchestra and Maestro John Nardolillo.

This program will premiere on KET on Friday, August 25, 2023.

Please join us for a special premiere screening

You’re invited to the premiere screening of Stars of Tomorrow Opera Gala. KET, UK Opera Theatre and OperaLex are partnering to present this premiere and we hope you can join us for this special evening.

When: Monday, August 21, 2023 | 7 pm to 9:30 pm

Where: State Side of The Kentucky Theatre | 214 East Main Street | Lexington, KY 40507

Reservations

This event is free but reservations are required.By attending this event, you acknowledge that KET may take photos and video of you that they may be used for promotional purposes. Registering for this event means Information you provide will be disseminated to the three sponsor organizations.

Parking

Phoenix Garage surface lot: Parking in the Phoenix surface lot (behind the LFUCG Government Building on Water Street) is free after 5 pm on weekdays and all day long on weekends.

Helix Garage: Paid parking is available at the Helix Garage. The Kentucky Theatre can offer you a 50% discount for Helix Garage parking Monday through Friday after 5 pm and all day Saturday and Sunday. Visit lexpark.org/find-parking/off-street-parking/rates-and-hours for the most up-to-date info on rates.

On-street parking: Parking on the street is free after 7 pm Monday through Friday. On-street parking is free all day on Saturday and Sunday. Before 7 pm Monday through Friday, you can park at a meter for up to 3 hours at a time.

A peek behind the scenes at dress rehearsal

Celebrate Southern Storytellers
2023-07-20 19:00 | Kentucky
Join KET for this special event that celebrates Southern storytelling and features a performance by acclaimed singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman!

Celebrate Southern Storytellers, a free KET event, takes place Thursday, July 20, beginning at 7 pm at The Burl in Lexington.

The event features a performance by and interview with Kentucky singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman as well as video interviews with several prominent Kentuckians talking about how stories influence their work, including:

• Jon Cherry, a Louisville-based Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post Magazine and Getty Images• Dr. A. Gwynn Henderson, the education director at the Kentucky Archaeological Survey• Silas House, a best-selling writer who was named Kentucky’s Poet Laureate in 2023• Chef Lawrence Weeks, the executive chef at North of Bourbon in Louisville, which celebrates Deep Southern cuisine

The event is being held in conjunction with the new multiplatform PBS series, Southern Storytellers, which features several of the South’s writers, musicians and more discussing how the place in which they grew up informs their songs, poems, films and plays.

And be sure to tune in to KET for Southern Storytellers, which premieres on July 18 at 9/8 pm on KET and features interviews with novelists Jesmyn Ward, Angie Thomas and David Joy; country music artist Lyle Lovett; poet Jericho Brown; actor Billy Bob Thornton; songwriters Brittany Howard, Jason Isbell, Amanda Shires and Adia Victoria.

At a glance

When: Thursday, July 20 | Doors open at 6 pm | Program starts at 7 pm

Where: The Burl | 375 Thompson Road, Lexington, KY 40508

Parking is available in The Burl’s parking lot and also along Thompson Road.

Admission: Free, but reservations are encouraged.

Reservations

This event is free but registration for this event is strongly encouraged. We anticipate a capacity crowd and priority entrance will be given to those who pre-register.

The event is general admission with limited seating and plenty of standing room. If you require a seat or other accommodation, please indicate that need on our registration form.

About the event venue

Parking is available in a large lot that is shared with The Local Wag and Burn Boot Camp. If full, there is street parking available on Thompson Road.

The event is general admission with limited seating and plenty of standing room. If you require a seat or other accommodation, please indicate that need on our registration form.

Food is available onsite for purchase from Kismet.

About S.G. Goodman

S.G. Goodman was raised in Western Kentucky on the Mississippi River Delta, in a strict church going family of row crop farmers. She went from singing in church three times a week to becoming a prominent member of the Murray, KY indie scene.

Her debut album, Old Time Feeling, was co-produced by Jim James of My Morning Jacket. The album has been described as Americana, folk, country, and rock. In June 2022, Goodman released her second album, Teeth Marks, on Verve Forecast

About the series

In three one-hour-long episodes, Southern Storytellers celebrates Southern identity through the eyes of contemporary creators of literature, music, film and TV, among them authors Angie Thomas, Jesmyn Ward and David Joy; poet Jericho Brown; songwriters Lyle Lovett, Tarriona “Tank” Ball, Jason Isbell and Justin Moore; songwriter/actor Mary Steenburgen; songwriter/screenwriter/actor Billy Bob Thornton; and screenwriters Qui Nguyen and Michael Waldron.

Tune in for the premiere: Tuesday, July 18 at 9/8 pm on KET

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Little Feat at Iroquois Amphitheater in Louisville
2023-07-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, KY, 40214, United States
Little Feat has just announced their Boogie Your Summer Away tour – a cross-country jaunt starting on the east coast, traveling across the fruited plain, all the way down to the West Coast.

The band’s sound is a fusion of many styles and musical genres made into something utterly distinctive.

Their brilliant musicianship transcends boundaries uniting California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country, New Orleans swamp-boogie and rockabilly into a rich gumbo, that has been leading people in joyful dance ever since. Their Waiting for Columbus is widely regarded as one of the best live albums in rock history.

Fifty years on, they’ve been up and they’ve been down and they know where they belong—behind their instruments, playing for you. And anything’s possible because the end is not in sight.

Experience Little Feat’s live performance at Iroquois Amphitheater this summer with KET supporters like you!

Tickets

Get your tickets with a donation today and know that you are funding KET programs and services throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond.

Tickets are available for a donation of $150 per ticket. Tickets will be emailed two weeks prior to the event.

Note: The first 20 donors are eligible for the pre-show meet and greet!

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Summer Celebration 2023: Be True to Your School
2023-06-10 19:00 - 23:59 | Donamire Farm, 4151 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, kentucky, 40510
Thank you to our sponsors, guests, and auction winners for making KET’s 35th annual Summer Celebration on June 10 a record-breaking success. A pep rally for pomp, possibility and school pride, there was something for everyone at Be True to Your School: our very own Homecoming royalty and float, superfans, caps and gowns, yearbook photos, a Straight A’s auction, and School of Rock dance party. Thank you for waving the flag for KET, the state’s largest classroom.Honorary Chairs UK President Eli and Dr. Mary Lynne Capilouto and Donamire Farm hostess Mira Ball join us in celebrating the 960 coeds in attendance—all sporting their true colors. Much more than a fun event, Summer Celebration in one day generates the most in community support to advance KET’s mission.

There’s still time to join the party! Support KET by participating in our last chance auction and secure live performances, jewelry, wellness packages and more. The auction will remain open until Friday, June 16. Don’t miss your chance at one of these best-of-class items!

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Homecoming King and Queen

President Eli and Dr. Mary Lynne Capilouto

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Honor Roll:

Dean’s List:

Alzheimer’s Association | American Trust | Anthem BCBS | Assured Partners | Becky Jordan State Farm Insurance | Berea College | Blue & Co., LLC | Bluegrass Community and Technical College | Cecil’s Heating & Air Conditioning | Chase Tours | CHI St. Joseph Health | City National Bank | Clean Gas Partners | Community Trust Bank | Duo Broadband | Field & Main Bank | Fifth Third Bank | Georgetown College | Gess Mattingly & Atchison, PLC | Jason Rainey | Keeneland | Kelly Green | KEMI | Kentucky Chamber of Commerce | The Lane Report | McCarthy Strategic Solutions, LLC | MCM CPA’s & Advisors | Owensboro Health | PNC Bank | Republic Bank | Jeremy and Julie Smith | Transylvania University | Sandra Welch | Southeast Printing | Stephanie Stumbo & Andrew Dorton | Stock Yards Bank | WesBanco Bank | WKYT-TV | WLEX-18 | Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP

In-Kind Donors:

Barney Miller’s | Beam Suntory | BORN | Claiborne Farm | Commonwealth Safety Consultants | DaRae & Friends Catering | Donamire Farm | Fayette County Public Schools | Friends of the Lexington Public Library | Harp Enterprises | Lafayette High School | Myers Printing | Pemberton’s Greenhouse | R.E. Cook Electrical | TOPS Marketing | University of Kentucky Bands | Wildcat Moving

Public Media Giving Days
2023-05-01 00:00 - 2023-05-02 23:59 | Kentucky
What about public media do you value most?

This first-ever nationwide event gives YOU the opportunity to rally behind your favorite public television and radio stations.

Is it credible journalism, deep dives into history or science, a connection to the arts, access to enriching music, or something else you hold dear? Did a public television program impact your life path — maybe motivate you to take up a musical instrument or inspire you to pursue a particular career or academic study?

“I would be lost without KET. I depend on you for Kentucky news and opinions, national and international news, and the best programming.”Woodburn, KY

“KET has been a hallmark of reliable news and information since its inception. We in KY are lucky to have such a balanced source of the facts that enable its viewers to make informed decisions.”Hopkinsville, KY

“My children love the children’s programs, my husband loves the travel and Ken Burns programs, and I love Masterpiece Theatre and the movies from the vault!”Lexington, KY

Mark your calendar

On Monday, May 1: Be an advocate! Share what KET means to you and the important people in your life using #PublicMediaGives and #iLoveKET. Your stories will inspire others to reflect on what KET means to them

Then on Tuesday, May 2: Encourage people to give back to KET. Use www.KET.org/GivingDays to ask your friends to become first-time contributors to KET or, if they already contribute, to make an additional gift.

Matching Gift Club Circle

KET’s new Matching Gift Club Circle is joining Public Media Giving Days! This is a group of individuals and organizations who want to inspire others to give to KET. Throughout the year, these donors will issue challenge matches to KET viewers, aiming to raise additional funds and drive awareness of KET’s educational mission.

Thanks to the B.J. Killian Foundation, gifts made online at www.KET.org/GivingDays will be matched dollar for dollar. Another special challenge is issued to current and retired educators, whose gifts made online at www.KET.org/TeacherMatch will be matched dollar for dollar by retired teacher Mary Butler.

UK Opera Theatre: Stars of Tomorrow Opera Gala
2023-03-24 19:30 - 2023-03-25 19:30 | Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short Street, Lexington, Kentucky, 40507, United States
Join the UK Opera Theatre for STARS OF TOMORROW OPERA GALA, an all-out gala showcasing popular tunes and classic repertory from the operatic stage, featuring the young artists of the nationally recognized University of Kentucky Opera Theatre. This exciting concert will feature current students and alumni of the program, accompanied by the University of Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, conducted by John Nardolillo.

Since its inception in 1955, the University of Kentucky Opera Theatre has risen to a position today of one of the leading opera programs in North America – largely due the boundless energy and vision of director Dr. Everett McCorvey.

These performances will be recorded for broadcast on KET, KET.org and the PBS app.

Experience UK Opera Theatre’s live performance at the Lexington Opera House, with KET supporters like you!

Tickets

Get your tickets for Friday, March 24 or Saturday, March 25 with a donation today and know that you are funding KET programs and services throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond.

Tickets are available for a donation of $125 per ticket. Tickets will be emailed two weeks prior to the event.

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The Alice and Wade Houston Story: A Lexington Preview
2023-02-23 17:00 - 19:30 | The Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, 300 E Third St, Lexington, KY, 40508, United States
Join KET for a special preview screening of The Alice and Wade Houston Story. The Alice and Wade Houston Story chronicles the lives and careers of one of Louisville’s most prominent couples. From their childhoods in Louisville and Alcoa, Tennessee, we follow the Houstons as they move from the segregated worlds of their youth to their multiple successes in the arenas of both business and sports. The story is told by a chorus of voices in addition to Alice and Wade, including their three children, Allan, Lynn and Natalie; relatives; and friends; as well as business partners, civic leaders and former players whose lives have all been touched by the Houstons’ generosity of spirit.

Thursday, February 23rd at The Lyric Theater and Cultural Arts Center
Doors at 5 pm
Screening at 6 pm
This event is free, but registration is required.

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