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• Keeneland Library Lecture Series | Thursday, March 7 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Keeneland Library, 4201 Versailles Rd., Lexington | $20-$45 | Enjoy a presentation, meet-and-greet, and reception with John Paul Miller, author of “False Riches.”
• Lexington Comic & Toy Convention | Thursday, March 7-Sunday, March 10 | Times vary | Central Bank Center, 430 W. Vine St., Lexington | $20-$170 | Join the premier event where pop culture, comic books, movies, and TV intersect for an epic time.

• Bird Walks | Friday, March 8 | 9-11 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington | Free | Grab your binoculars for a morning of birdwatching led by Raven Run staff — registration is required.
• Through the Lens: From Sublime to Subtle | Friday, March 8-Saturday, March 9 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center, 141 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Take in this photography exhibit that explores both the ordinary and extravagant aspects of life.

• The Kentucky Crafted Market | Saturday, March 9-Sunday, March 10 | Times vary | Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy., Lexington | $10 | Hosted by the Kentucky Arts Council, browse dozens of exhibitors including juried artists, publishers, and food vendors.

• MimosaFest | Sunday, March 10 | 11 a.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington-Fayette | $15-$35 | Enjoy music from a live DJ + brunch bites, while sipping themed mimosa flavors.

• City council gave first approval to use interest from federal coronavirus relief funding to support those experiencing housing troubles. Goodwill Industries will receive $400,000 to provide rental assistance to families of students are experiencing homelessness. Legal Aid of the Bluegrass will also receive $200,000. (Lexington Herald Leader)

• The Lexington Fire Department is now in the top .01% of fire departments in the US thanks to its latest agency accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. Now with three top accreditations, Mayor Linda Gorton said Lexington has the “best of the best fire and emergency services.”

• The UK men’s basketball team won against conference rival Vanderbilt 93-77. The Wildcats are now 22-8 for the season and will hit the road to face Tennessee on Saturday, March 9.

• Is there a special woman in your life you’d like to honor? Maker’s Mark wants to toast them with its “Celebrated Spirited Women” campaign. In honor of Women’s History, you can order a bottle with a limited-edition, personalized label. A donation will be made to Vital Voices with every purchase.

• Studio Mel Designs, 309 N. Ashland Ave., will be hosting its first Studio Art Market on Saturday, March 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can browse work from various artists including Comfhaus + Wild Heart Weaving and make your own hand-printed bag.

• National Cereal Day. Lexington businesses are getting in on the fun with themed days + drinks. Stop by Unify Coffee Co. for 25% off bowls of cereal and Leestown Coffee House which is turning edible favorites into drinkable delights like the Lucky Charms Matcha and Captain Crunch latte.

• Celebrate the grand opening of the Marksbury Family Branch on Saturday, March 9 from 12 to 5 p.m. with an afternoon of fun for the whole family, including musical performances, giveaways, and more. Bonus: Sneak a peek of the state-of-the-art facility.*

• Wonder Paws’ Omega Max Drops for dogs are veterinarian recommended, support healthy joints, and reduce itchy skin and shedding. Get 15% off with code DQMRME3N.*