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WLEX reporter Lee Cruse headlines this comedy show

By Harriett Hendren
WLEX-TV reporter Lee Cruse brings his stand-up show to Pioneer Playhouse.
WLEX-TV reporter Lee Cruse brings his stand-up show to Pioneer Playhouse. Kristin Tatem Photograpy



WLEX-TV reporter Lee Cruse and his KY All-Star Comedy Tour including Comedy Off Broadway’s Scott Wilson, will close out the season at Pioneer Playhouse in Danville. Shows are 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, an optional barbecue dinner is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $19 for the show only, $34 for dinner and the show. 859-236-2747. Pioneerplayhouse.com.

Sgt. Pepper’s Bike Prom

Last weekend’s bike prom was postponed due to rain. But all the fun is back on from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Living Arts & Science Center. Dress your “Fab Four best” and bike around town for treats along the way including prom-themed games, prom photos, refreshments, trivia, glam stations and a prom survival kit. $15. 859-252-5222. Lasclex.org.

In this 2015 file photo, Jay Pharoah attends the SNL 40th Anniversary Special at Rockefeller Plaza, in New York.
In this 2015 file photo, Jay Pharoah attends the SNL 40th Anniversary Special at Rockefeller Plaza, in New York. Andy Kropa AP

Jay Pharoah

The former Saturday Night Live cast member known for his impressions of Barack Obama and Kanye West, headlines at Comedy Off Broadway. Show times are 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 7:15 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $20 to $25. Comedyoffbroadway.com.

Matbucha, a spicy spread of tomatoes and roasted peppers, will be offered at the Jewish Food Festival.
Matbucha, a spicy spread of tomatoes and roasted peppers, will be offered at the Jewish Food Festival. Photo provided

Jewish Food Festival

If the mention of homemade baba ghanoush and hummus makes your mouth water, then you’ll want to head over to this annual event from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Temple Adath Israel.

This year’s menu will feature Sephardic Jewish dishes from Spain, Portugal, North Africa, and the Middle East. New items will include keftes garaz, Syrian meatballs in a sweet and sour cherry sauce; and a platter including matbucha, a spicy spread of tomatoes and roasted peppers; hummus, and baba ghanoush. Baked goods such as almendrados, Spanish almond cookies; and challah breads will also be available. Tickets for sampling are $20 for adults, children 12 and younger can share an adult ticket. Items from the bake shop are sold separately. Facebook.com.

The Chevy Chase Street Fair takes place Saturday and the weather is supposed to be beautiful.
The Chevy Chase Street Fair takes place Saturday and the weather is supposed to be beautiful. Lexington

Chevy Chase Street Fair

Enjoy a summer afternoon at this annual event featuring open-air shopping, food vendors, and children’s activities. It’s 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday along the 800 block of Euclid Avenue. Facebook.com.

Summer Nights in Suburbia: Bendigo Fletcher

The series of free outdoor concerts continues 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at Moondance Amphitheater. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food trucks will be on site. Lexingtonky.gov.

This story was originally published August 23, 2018 at 8:59 AM.

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