Smashing Tomato, Locations vary

Winchell’s, 348 Southland Dr.

Le Deauville, 199 N. Limestone

Dad’s Favorites, 820 Lane Allen Rd.

Everest, 1801 Alexandria Dr.

Far Out Espresso, 496 E. High St.

Courtyard Deli, 351 Church St.

Lockbox, 167 W. Main St.

• Classic Literature Film Series | Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 5:20-7 p.m. | Lexington Public Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Stop by to watch the film adaptation of Christopher Isherwood’s novel, “A Single Man.”

• Managing Urban Canopies for Disaster Workshop | Thursday, Jan. 18-Friday, Jan. 19 | 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | McConnell Springs Park, 416 Rebmann Ln., Lexington | $24.57 | Learn the processes needed to prepare for disasters including practical tips from those who have experienced storms.
• Community Service Night with Kiwanis | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | West Sixth Brewing, 501 W. Sixth St., Lexington | Free | Sip craft beer + support your fellow community members through a variety of projects hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Lexington Blue Grass.

• FOLDED Together | Friday, Jan. 19 | 5-8 p.m. | LexArts, 161 N. Mill St., Lexington | Free | Get creative by learning the art of origami + take home your own handmade heart creation.
• American Aquarium | Friday, Jan. 19 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $15-$95 | Experience American Aquarium’s soulful performances during an unforgettable night of unique musical vibes.

• Beer-n-Cheese Bonanza | Saturday, Jan. 20 | 4 p.m. | Blue Stallion Brewing Company, 610 W. 3rd St., Lexington | $28.52 | Go full Kentucky with a beer flight + house-made cheese pairing from Yearling Kitchen.

• Fayette County Public Schools will operate on an non-traditional instruction (NTI) day today, Jan. 17. Students will continue to learn from home depending on guidance from their teachers + school.

• The Obstinate Sons is in the final stages of construction before opening at 829 Chevy Chase Pl. The restaurant will serve up “comfort fusion meets Kentucky tradition” dishes with an extensive list of wines, cocktails, and vintage bourbons. We’ll keep you posted as soon as we learn more.

• According to the 2023 annual report from ONE Lexington, our city saw a 46% decrease in homicides from 2022 — the lowest its been since 2018. The city initiative works with local youth + young adults to help with conflict mediations, crisis response, and survivor support.

• Our neighbors in Nicholasville are getting a unique new local shop — Unify Coffee. Located at 121 Bethel Harvest Dr., the space will house a coffee shop, cereal bar, and vintage clothing store all-in-one. Stop by its grand opening Saturday, Jan. 20 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Kentucky Native Cafe has launched a new reading series called Last Monday, which will host various local + regional authors for an evening of spoken word. The first iteration will be held Monday, Jan. 29 at 8 p.m., when you’ll hear from novelist Bobbie Ann Mason + poet John Lackey.

• Kentucky State Parks is celebrating 100 years by hosting a variety of events throughout the year. Kicking things off is the Winter Adventure Weekend at Carter Caves State Resort Park, Thursday, Jan. 25-Sunday, 28. If you’re looking to stay closer to LEX, check out our guide to hiking. (The Lane Report)

• The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival will return to downtown Lexington Saturday, March 16, and you can be a part of the fun. Applications are due today for festival + concession vendors and those wishing to participate in the parade can apply through Friday, March 1.