Calendar: Shaken not Stirred at Sullivan’s … Ruffinos open for Thanksgiving … Chef Folse cookbook premiere

Just like James Bond: Tonight, Sullivan’s holds a Shaken not Stirred fundraiser for the Capital Area United Way. Come tip your favorite bartender and enjoy some smooth and tasty martinis for a good cause. A $5 donation gets you in the door, and door prizes and raffles abound. 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thanksgiving at Ruffino’s: If you’re inclined to have an intimate Thanksgiving, without all the hassle of arranging it yourself, reserve a table at Ruffino’s and let Chef Peter Sclafani do the cooking for you. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., they’ll serve a special holiday menu of roast turkey, ham, oyster dressing, sweet potato casserole and creamed spinach. Limited menu items will also be served. Thursday, Nov. 26. Call 753-3458 for reservations. Hooks, Lies & Alibis: Chef John Folse will be holding a premiere party for his new cookbook, Hooks, Lies & Alibis, at the Barnes & Noble location at Citiplace on Tuesday, December 1. The new book is a history of seafood and fishing, with dozens of recipes for signature Louisiana seafood dishes. 6 p.m.