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• Bluegrass Creative Market Holiday Edition | Friday, Dec. 16 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | 302 Southland Dr., Lexington | Free | This curated Kentucky artist and maker market will give you the chance to shop for the perfect locally made holiday gift — candles, decor, pottery, and more.
• Holiday Spectacular Dance Party | Friday, Dec. 16 | 8-10 p.m. | The Ballroom House, 312 Southland Dr, Lexington | $12 | Enjoy a 30-minute swing dance lesson followed by a live eight-piece jazz band that will help you dance the night away.

• Winter Scavenger Hunt | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 9-10 a.m. | McConnell Springs, 416 Rebmann Ln., Lexington | Free | Put your observation skills to the test and discover just how much nature is still alive in the winter months.
• Mini-Stockings with Beads and Bells | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Kre8Now Makerspace, 305 Codell Dr., Lexington | $15-$20 | Learn to make your very own hand-sewn mini stocking for your tree or mantle.
• The Kentucky Theatre Holiday Market | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Kentucky Theatre, 214 East Main St., Lexington | Free | Stop by to shop for the movie lovers in your life and find a collection of film posters, Kentucky Theatre swag, and more.

• Nature Ornaments | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 1-2 p.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington | Free | Create ornaments from natural materials found around the nature preserve.
• Last Minute Maker’s Market | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 2 p.m. | Rock House Brewing Co., 119 Luigart Ct., Lexington | Free | This pop-up market will have local vendors on hand for last-minute gift ideas as well as craft beer from Rock House Brewing.
• Winter Solstice Yoga | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Vibe Barre and Fitness | 1170 Manchester St., Ste. 170, Lexington | $15 | Find renewal and embrace the winter solstice with this invigorating 60 min flow.

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• A new Mexican restaurant called El Asadero Mexican Grill opened yesterday at 144 Rojay Dr., in the old TGI Fridays spot near Fayette Mall. The new spot is part of a Cincinnati-based chain that has a knack for showmanship — think huge drinks topped with flowers, fruit, candy, and even sparklers. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• The Eastern Kentucky football program is looking to switch to a new conference. Currently, the program is in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) but is looking to make the jump to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) — which is considered to be the top level of collegiate football competition. 🏈 (WEKU)
• The UK men’s basketball team will go head-to-head with the UCLA Bruins this weekend in New York, playing in Madison Square Garden on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 5:15. p.m. The game will be aired on CBS. Read more about this historic 70-year-old rivalry. 🏀 (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Registration is now open for the fifth annual Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit, which will be held at Kroger Field on Wednesday, Mar. 29. This conference will focus on culinary creativity and best practices, as well as education around the Bluegrass’ regional food economy. 🥬

• A public hearing will be held on Thursday, Jan. 12 to discuss updates to the new pro soccer stadium. Lexington Sporting Club is requesting a zoning change for the property located at 5380 and 5354 Athens-Boonesborro Rd. in hopes of building a 6,500-seat stadium, training facility, and medical facility. 🏟

• The historic Kentucky Theatre is kicking off its Holiday Movie Classics series this weekend. Head to 215 E. Main Street to check out screenings of “Prancer,” “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” “Batman Returns,” and more. 🎞

• Hanukkah sameach. This Sunday evening (Dec. 18) marks the beginning of Hanukkah — the Festival of Lights that lasts for eight days. The final night of Hanukkah is on Monday, Dec. 26.

• It’s ok if you waited until the last minute to shop this season. There’s still time to shop items from our online shop Six & Main. We’re talking cocktail glasses, shirts, candles, mugs, and more. Our gift guides make shopping easy. 🛍️

• Want to score a gorgeous, thoughtfully-constructed holiday floral arrangement for your dining room (or the perfect host gift)? Enter: Kroger, which sends employees from its floral department to complete the Floral Education Program of Kentucky. Here are five more holiday hacks for Kroger shoppers. 🌹*

• Still shopping for the hunter or angler in your life? Sportsman’s Box, the leading gear discovery service for outdoorsmen, is adding a free $100 credit for all new members through Saturday, Dec. 31. Choose from nine leading brands with your first Sportsman’s Box and claim your free gift. 🎣 *

• Calling all globetrotters. If exploring bucket list destinations while meeting like-minded travelers is one of your 2023 goals, consider booking a small group trip with Encounters Travel. See one of the seven wonders of the world on the Jordan & Egypt Explorer Trip or snorkel among diverse marine life on the Maldives Uncovered Tour.*