February 2013 – E-Edition – LowRes

Looking for something to do this weekend in Frankfort?  Then check out what’s going on here at Capital Living…

Friday, February 22, 2013 –

8:30 am-2 pm – American Red Cross, Blood Collections, 318 Washington St. Info: 223-1795.

4:00-7:00 pm – Wine Tasting at Capital Cellars, complimentary and open to the public, 227 W Broadway. Info: 352-2600.

5:30-7:00 pm – Wilson Nurseries, Terrarium Workshop, When nature is out of arm’s reach and you crave a little greenery, a terrarium will bring all the benefits of outdoors to you. Frothy fern fronds and colorful blossoms will transform a room by giving it a burst of vibrant green life. Just like your bell-bottoms, the classic terrarium has been re-imagined in a modern way. Our designers will introduce you to the whimsical yet practical world of tabletop gardens under glass. This hands-on workshop lends itself to improvisation, so whether you’re green thumbed or not, you can create your easily contained (and easily maintained) tiny green world. Choose from our selection of garden vessels and plants prior to the workshop or purchase the day of. Cost of $35 includes instruction, potting materials and refreshments. Reservations required. www.wilsonnurseriesky.com, East West Connector, Frankfort, KY 40601,  502-223-1488

6:30-10:30 pm – Frankfort Convention Center, District 41 Basketball Tournament Finals, at 6:30 pm, the Frankfort High School Lady Panthers Vs the Franklin County Flyers for the District 41 Girls’ Championship.  At 8:15 pm, the Franklin County Flyers Vs the Woodford County Yellow Jackets for the District 41 Boys’ Championship. $5, 405 Mero St. Info: 564-5335.

7:00 pm – Ghost Tour at Buffalo Trace Distillery, 113 Great Buffalo Trace, Reservations: 696-5926.

7:30 pm – The Grand Theatre, Dance Kaleidoscope presents “Old Blue Eyes: Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack” an evening of contemporary dance and Sinatra vocals, 308 St. Clair. Info: 352-7469.

9:30 pm – Cooter Brown’s, Killin Time Band, 6 Century Plaza S, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

STRIP DISTRICT and acoustic music by COLE at the Brick Alley, 325 St. Clair. Info: 875-2559.

KY State Dance Competition, $5, 405 Mero St. Info: 564-5335

10:00 am-3:00 pm  – Wilson Nurseries, Landscape Design Day, 10A  Meet the Designers– New to the design process? Not to worry! This is an opportunity for those who have thought about getting a landscape design, but never quite took the steps to get there. Now is a great time to meet the landscape design staff of Wilson Nurseries and be enlightened about the start-to-finish design process. At 10:45 there will be Q & A for your questions pertaining to your landscape. Receive 10% off of a comprehensive design with the designer of your choice. Enjoy coffee, tea & scones with our designers in this FREE Meet & Greet. 12P  Landscape Design Day– We plan it, you plant it. For $45, meet with one of our landscape designers for a 30 minute consultation. Leave with a quick custom design sketch with well-chosen plants, a $15 voucher for $25 or more AND the enthusiasm to dig in! The quick custom design sketches (also known as small area plans) inspire planting for smaller focus landscape areas. They help you renovate foundation areas, create a flower garden, design an entrance or enhance any space in your landscape. Want a comprehensive landscape design? Receive $45 off and an additional 10% off your design fees on this design day. Your measurements & photos are a must. Call to reserve your design appointment time today.

11:00 am-1:00 pm  – Wilson Nurseries, Terrarium Workshop, When nature is out of arm’s reach and you crave a little greenery, a terrarium will bring all the benefits of outdoors to you. Frothy fern fronds and colorful blossoms will transform a room by giving it a burst of vibrant green life. Just like your bell-bottoms, the classic terrarium has been re-imagined in a modern way. Our designers will introduce you to the whimsical yet practical world of tabletop gardens under glass. This hands-on workshop lends itself to improvisation, so whether you’re green thumbed or not, you can create your easily contained (and easily maintained) tiny green world. Choose from our selection of garden vessels and plants prior to the workshop or purchase the day of. Cost of $35 includes instruction, potting materials and refreshments. Reservations required.  www.wilsonnurseriesky.com, East West Connector, Frankfort, KY 40601,  502-223-1488

7:00 pm – Ghost Tour at Buffalo Trace Distillery, 113 Great Buffalo Trace, Reservations: 696-5926.

UK Game Specials and music by DJ Jessie Penn at the Brick Alley, 325 St. Clair. Info: 875-2559.

9:00 pm – Cooter Brown’s, Spare Change, 6 Century Plaza S, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

Sunday, February 24, 2013 –