Providence Christian Church's Holiday Marketplace with gift and crafts vendors is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 101 Providence Way. Gifts to be sold include handmade baskets, jewelry, candles, hand-painted ornaments, and knitted hats and scarves. The church is located in Brannon Crossing just past the Amstar Theater. For information, call (859) 272-3655.

Wesley Village Christmas Ball

The Wilmore Community Center at Wesley Village will hold its Christmas Ball from 8:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday at 1125 North Lexington Avenue in Wilmore. Guests can enjoy live big-band music, dancing, hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. A swing dance lesson will be offered at 7:30 p.m. Dressy attire is suggested. Entry is $10 per person. For tickets and information, call (859) 858-3865, Ext. 238.

New hours at recycling center

The Jessamine County Recycling Center has announced a new schedule that offers Saturday morning hours.

The center, at 123 Hendren Way, will now be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. It's closed Sundays.

For more information, call(859) 881-4545.