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Let Us Entertain You – At This Great (Local) Outdoor Venue
Address: 101 W. Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Basic Description: This floating stage is anchored in Jeffersonville along the banks of the Ohio River and offers a gorgeous view of the downtown Louisville skyline. Free concerts and plays are offered throughout the season, and the area is surrounded by some of Southern Indiana’s best bars and restaurants.
When A Caregiver Needs Support
You likely know what respite care is, even though that particular term may not have been used. According to the National Institute on Aging, respite care “provides short-term relief for primary caregivers,” but what it looks like can vary depending on the needs of the caregiver or the person who requires care.
“The Waterfront For Everyone”
Place : Waterfront Park “The Waterfront for Everyone”. Basic Description: Louisville’s Waterfront Park prides itself on being a front door to our beautiful city. All are welcome to enjoy its riches, whether that be to bike ride, have a picnic, do yoga, play frisbee, or trek across the Big Four Bridge. One can find solitude watching the sunset or can join the masses at a concert or athletic event.
Meet Me ‘Midway’ – The Historic District
The Midway Historic District, located halfway between Frankfort and Lexington in Midway, was designated by the National Registry of Historic Places as a historic district in 1978. Charming shops and restaurants line both sides of the still-active Lexington and Ohio Railroad – the oldest railroad in Kentucky. Black Type Co. can fuel your adventures with hot coffee drinks and pastries, as well as cocktails, wines, and charcuteries. The gift shop offers the creations of local artisans, including Kentucky-themed art, honey, lotions, and candles. Kentucky bourbons and wines are also available for purchase.
A Flair For Drama
Trudy Wheeler is the current president of The Woman’s Club of Louisville. She retired as drama teacher from Kentucky Country Day, where she taught middle school (grades 5-8), and the University of Louisville, where she taught undergraduate and graduate students in the theater department. She retired in May 2021 from KCD and that same month took over as president of The Woman’s Club. Her term ends this May.
A Kentucky-Themed Guest Room – The Making Of A New Space
A home is ever evolving. One day you might find the smallest residents of your household have grown up and moved out on their own. If your kids have grown and flown, there are two things you know for sure: You’re left with an inexplicable amount of grade school drawings and a room that serves no immediate purpose. While the sketches can be gifted back to their owner as impressionistic wall art, what to do with that free room isn’t always so clear.
Hard To Put Down – You’ve Got To Read This
Mothered by Zoje Stage: In a narrative that feels very current and real, author Zoje Stage tells the story of a mother and daughter relationship that becomes strained when the widowed mother moves in with her daughter during the pandemic. The character of Grace is extremely relatable in this difficult economic climate. She has lost her job and needs help with the mortgage. But what starts as an arrangement of convenience turns sour over time, becoming downright disturbing.
In The Bluegrass Spirit? Check Out The Lexington Distillery District
The Lexington Distillery District is a 25-acre property that was once home to the historic James E. Pepper Distillery, which began producing bourbon in 1879. The property was abandoned in 1958 but was revitalized 50 years later by a team of local entrepreneurs. It is now a lively, vibrant downtown destination that includes working distilleries, trendy restaurants, the Manchester Music Hall, art galleries, and much more. Grab lunch at the Elkhorn Tavern and jump on a distillery tour and tasting at Barrel House Distillery or the James E. Pepper Distillery.
Check Out This Farmers’ Market When Exploring The Great (Local) Outdoors
Address: North Village Market, 6301 Moonseed Street, Prospect, KY 40058. Phone: 502.412.5085 (Norton Commons office number) Basic Description: This weekly farmers market offers locally-made food and other goods. Quote: “The Norton Commons Farmers’ Market is unique and separates itself from others in a few different ways. First and foremost, the...
What’s Happening After Derby?
Still in the Derby spirit? Here’s what Churchill Downs has going on after Derby. Twilight Thursdays at the Track, May 11 – June 29. Thoroughbred racing, $2 select domestic beer, live music, and an array of food trucks. churchilldowns.com. Downs after Dark, May 19, June 17. Where nightlife...
Contemplating Your Next Move – Does Ageism Factor In? (Part 1 of 3)
Our life experiences provide us with many advantages like being able to empathize deeply and sharing our accumulated wisdom. However, there are work environments that don’t always see it this way, and you might find facets of age discrimination, or ageism, lurking behind office doors. Ageist behavior can take...
Keep Your Eye On This Technology
The internet is necessary and central to everyday life for most people. Using computers and mobile devices, however, can become more difficult and even painful as manual dexterity wanes. But, innovations in technology may provide hope for those with limited mobility, allowing them to navigate the internet more easily and comfortably. One exciting innovation that is helping people is eye-tracking technology. Eye-tracking technology has long been used in gaming and virtual reality, but is beginning to cross into the mainstream, aiming to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices.
A Toast To Derby – With More Than A Mint Julep
Raise your glass with these delicious and easy to make cocktails at your Derby gathering with friends and family. Shake or stir; garnish with olive and pickled onion. 1 bottle Mexican beer such as Corona or any light beer. 1 lime, cut into fat wedges. 1 container or can Picante...
Classic & Bold Styles = Derby
Looking for last minute fashion inspiration for your day at the track or party? Here are some classic and bold looks to help you get started. “I celebrate Derby each year by making a stop at my best friend’s family home for their annual Derby event. It is definitely a Derby tradition in the Pautsch household, along with attending Oaks each year with friends, drinking mint juleps, and dressing up for the occasion.” – Bailey Wynn, Manager of Lashtastic and owner of Bloomed Roots.
Finishing Touches: Accessories For Your Derby Outfit
Here’s a tip for your day at the race track: pick accessories that will add some pizzazz to your outfit. Browse a few options we found below. Get inspired by bold accessories, such as this necklace at Scout. Local artist Summer Eliason creates beautiful statements pieces such as this...
Menu Ideas For Your Derby Gathering
“This magical, marvelous food on our plate, this sustenance we absorb, has a story to tell.” – Joel Saladin, farmer and author. Bringing spring into your food makes for an infusion to involve all your senses. Here are some menu ideas for your festive gathering. Strawberry Bourbon Fizz.
It’s All About The Hat – A Work Of Art
It’s not too late to pick up that iconic Derby accessory! If you hunger for a show-stopping Derby hat, feast your eyes on the beautiful artistry of these headpieces. “[Hats] are artwork. You can always go out and find a dress to wear for some occasion, but there are not that many occasions you can wear a hat.” – Zara Phillips, daughter of Princess Anne.
Decades Of Derby Fashion
The Kentucky Derby this year is the 149 renewal of the Run for the Roses — that’s 14 fashion-filled decades! We’re hitting some highlights of the past — and giving you inspiration on how to add a nostalgic vibe to your Derby look. The ’20s Fashion:...
Immerse Yourself In Cultural And Community Treasures In The Great (Local) Outdoors
Address: 1080 Amphitheater Road, Louisville, KY 40214. Basic Description: The historic Iroquois Amphitheater, built in 1938 as a project of the Federal Works Progress Administration, is a 2400-seat outdoor venue. Operated by Louisville Metro Government and Louisville Department of Parks and Recreation, visitors will find themselves immersed in cultural and community treasures such as plays, concerts, festivals, and movie nights.
Furniture Built Just For You
Six years ago, while Tyler Shaheen was living with a host family during his church residency, he borrowed a few basic tools to make two nightstands out of free wood. From those humble beginnings Tyler has taken his love and passion for woodworking and created The Southern Craftsman, a business where he designs and builds furniture out of his shop in New Albany, Indiana.
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