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• Bachata Partnerwork All Levels | Tuesday, Dec. 5 | 6:15-7:05 p.m. | The Salsa Center Dance Studio, 817 Lane Allen Rd., Lexington | $15-$60 | Grab a partner and learn the fundamentals of this Latin dance style.

• Guided Museum Tour | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 5 p.m. | 21c Museum Hotel, 167 W. Main St., Lexington | Free | Take a tour of the museum’s current contemporary exhibits and learn the stories behind each art piece.
• Spelling Bee(r) | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 7 p.m. | Blue Stallion Brewing Company, 610 W. 3rd St., Lexington | $0-$25 | Grab a beer and put your spelling knowledge to the test while supporting United Way of the Bluegrass + the Sweet Dreams Project.
• The Fab Four | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St., Lexington | $33-$69.50 | Baby, drive your car downtown to see this Beatles cover band explore the critically-acclaimed album “Rubber Soul” and other hits.

• Sip & Seal: Crafty Cocktail Hour | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Poppy & Pomelo / Wick + Mortar Studio, 526 E. High St., Lexington | $42 | Choose from different designs to create-your-own wax seal while sipping on your choice of spirits.

• Home for the Holidays Tour | Friday, Dec. 8 | 5-6 p.m. | West Sixth Brewing, 501 W. 6th St. #100, Lexington | $6 | Learn about the history of this beloved brewery, tour its facilities, and sample holiday specials such as Christmas Ale.

• CivicLEX is breaking down what the Imagine Lexington 2045 comprehensive plan could mean for the future of the city. Head to Greyline Station tomorrow, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. to learn about what the Urban Service Boundary expansion means for housing, roads, infrastructure, and more.

• Fayette County Public Schools is reversing an early proposal that would have ended its nearly 50-year contract with the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. According to a spokesperson, the school board has decided to instead negotiate a one-year contract extension, which would go through June 2025.

• The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet unveiled plans to construct a double-crossover diamond at the Leestown Road and New Circle Interchange — similar to the intersection design at Harrodsburg Road. Lane closures will begin today from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. until Saturday, Dec. 9 for signage work. (LEX18)

• Looks like we’ll need to update our pickleball guide. Thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, the city cut the ribbon on brand new pickleball courts at Meadowbrook Park on Harvard Drive — the first of many expected to open throughout the city’s parks.

• Blue Stallion Brewing Company + Apollo Pizza are joining forces to open one of the largest patios in Central Kentucky. When it opens in downtown Richmond next year, The Quarter will feature Blue Stallion beer, Apollo Pizza, House of ‘Cue, Holler Burger, and a second location of Corbin-based White Rabbit Records. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• Celebrate the season with a Lexington staple. Martine’s Pastries will host an open house this Saturday, Dec. 9. Join the crew starting at 8 a.m. for complimentary hot chocolate, bakery samples, cookie decorating, letter-writing to Santa, then stick around to meet the big man himself at 10 a.m.

• Looking to add a new furry friend to your family? Now until Sunday, Dec. 17, the Lexington Humane Society is offering discounted adoption fees on select animals through the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters program.

• And just like that, the holidays are here. Get prepared for Christmas, Hanukkah + more with Kroger’s holiday tips, deals + recipes. Bonus: Get $20 off your first $75 pick-up or delivery order (must clip offer by Monday, Dec. 11).*

• Santa has deputized Men In Kilts Lexington to deliver crystal-clear windows to homes in our community. Even better? He’s negotiated a great deal. Save 15% on window cleaning now through Sunday, Dec. 31. Use code SANTA23 to snag the deal.*

• Have an active loved one on your shopping list? Upway delivers rigorously inspected, certified, and 99% pre-assembled e-bikes from top brands (think: Specialized, Aventon, and Super73) directly to your doorstep — with free express shipping when you use code TREE.*

FedEx deadlines

• Wednesday, Dec. 13 | Ground economy
• Friday, Dec. 15 | 5-Day shipping
• Monday, Dec. 18 | 4-Day shipping
• Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 3-Day shipping (ground) + express saver
• Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 3-Day shipping (home) + 2-Day shipping (ground)
• Thursday, Dec. 21 | 2-Day shipping (home) + 1-day shipping (ground)
• Friday, Dec. 22 | 1-Day home delivery + same day

UPS deadlines

• Tuesday, Dec. 19 | UPS 3-Day Select
• Wednesday, Dec. 20 | UPS 2nd Day Air
• Thursday, Dec. 21 | UPS Next Day Air

United States Postal Service deadlines

• Saturday, Dec. 16 | USPS Ground Advantage + First-Class Mail
• Monday, Dec. 18 | Priority Mail
• Wednesday, Dec. 20 | Priority Mail Express