Totally 90s New Year Party with Vinyl Richie, 899 Manchester St.

New Years Eve at The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd.

Castles & Champagne, 230 Pisgah Pike

Studio54 NYE Celebration, 200 W. Main St.

NYE Marathon, 601 N. Limestone

The Premier 2024 Experience, 300 E. Third St.

Studio 24, 725 National Ave.

• Line Dancing | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 7:15-9:15 p.m. | Bluegrass Ballroom , 4750 Hartland Parkway, Ste. 190, Lexington | $5 | Start the night by learning the basics of line-dancing, then scuff, brush, and show off your newly learned skills in the open dance.

• Tiny Tot Naturalist: Winter | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 10-11:30 a.m. | McConnell Springs Park, 416 Rebmann Ln., Lexington | Free | Children ages 2-5 will love learning about winter through activities, crafts, and a nature walk — registration is required.
• UK Equine Trivia Night | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 7 p.m. | The Burl Arcade, 369 Thompson Rd., Lexington | Free | Equine enthusiasts are invited for an evening of trivia and networking in support of the UK Equine Alumni Affiliate Network.

• Jazz at the Library | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 7-8:15 p.m. | Central Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Jamey Aebersold Jazz and the Jazz Arts Foundation invite you for a lively concert featuring bassist Ryan McGillicuddy + fellow Morehead State University faculty.

• “The Nutcracker” in One Act | Friday, Dec. 15-Saturday, Dec. 16 | Times vary | Singletary Concert Hall, 405 Rose St., Lexington | $23-$28 | Follow along as the Bluegrass Youth Ballet brings to life Clara’s adventures through the Land of Snow and the Land of Sweets in a family-friendly, one-act performance.

1. The Savvy Oak Dough Bowl Candle is unique and smells amazing.
2. Holiday parties just got better with the savory Appalachian Trail Mix.
3. Glassware featuring our city’s skyline is a festive way to toast to the holidays.
4. Celebrate the city and state we all love with artwork great for any home or office.
5. Perfectly curated gift sets are excellent go-to presents for the holidays.

• The VP of Franchising for On the Border said that the Texas-based Tex-Mex chain is hoping to open three restaurants in Kentucky, including one in Lexington. The team is currently looking for a location and franchising partner. Once those are in place, it could take ~12 months to open. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

• If you’re heading to ATL to cheer on the Cats this weekend, get ready to party. UK is inviting fans to join them at the CBS Sports Classic Pregame Party on Saturday, Dec. 16 at Hudson Grille Downtown. Wear your blue + be there as early as 12 p.m.

• This is the last week to place your bids for the 2023 REIMAGINE art projects — which sees local artists put their spin on students’ work. Proceeds from the online auction will be split between the artist, nonprofit, and the students’ school.

• The birthday celebrations are continuing for the late beloved artist, Henry Faulkner. Head to 21c Museum Hotel on Sunday, Jan. 7 for Capricorn Rising: Celebrating Henry Faulkner’s 100th Birthday. The free event will feature a pop-up exhibit, poetry readings, live music, and libations.

• 59.2 tons. That’s how much waste UK Recycling + UK Athletics saved from the landfill this year at Kroger Field. The two entities teamed up to encourage fans to recycle this season in their effort to become a zero-waste facility by 2030. (UKNOW)

• Congratulations to Lexington student Bennett Losch, whose submission for the inauguration poster contest was chosen for the Most Overall Creative category. Losch will be recognized today during the 62nd gubernatorial inauguration ceremony at the state capital. (The Lane Report)

• 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.*

Snacks

• Build-your-own crowd-pleasing charcuterie board made with local vendors.
• Shops like The Mousetrap have mouth-watering platters like its famous Pimento Cheese or Vegetable Relish Tray. Bonus: New catering customers get 10% off.

Bevs

• Stock up on local wine from one of our area vineyards or find the perfect bottle of bubbly at these local wine shops. Pro tip: Wine + Market has just marked down some items by 30%.
• Want some bubbly without the alcohol? We love Thrive Brew or a mocktail made with Gents Original.

Activities

• Grab an artsy activity from Woodland Triangle businesses Poppy & Pomelo or CREATE Studio.
• Map out the year ahead by booking a tarot reading with Keary from Casually Ascending.