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Three metaphysical shops to visit in Louisville, KY
The moving image zooms in on a storefront that reads "The Bodhi Tree." Then the camera pans to a table neatly arranged with crystals and the camera pans again to show a bookshelf full of tarot decks.
The Bodhi Tree is open at 6306 Meeting St. in Norton Commons. | Video by @thebodhitreeky
The season is nigh to get in touch with your inner mystic.

Luckily, there are multiple shops in Derby City that allow you to do just that — no matter if it’s spooky season or not. After all, Halloween isn’t just a holiday, it’s a lifestyle.

3 metaphyscial shops to visit:

🔮 Stix-N-Stonz, 2234 Dundee Rd.
This Belknap-based shop is like a brick-and-mortar encyclopedia of the metaphysical — from pendulums to guides on magical beings and reiki healing — you’ll want to slowly meander through the store to take it all in.

What we’re buying: Zodiac sign posters for $1.95 (you can get all 12 for ~$23.40)

🔮 Unorthodox, 968 Barret Ave.
Jewelry, novelty stickers, greeting cards, and bones are just a few of the things you’ll find in this Highlands-based oddity shop.

What we’re buying: “Kentucky Haunts” by Daniel Meyer.

🔮 The Bodhi Tree at Norton Commons, 6306 Meeting St.
Named for the sacred fig tree where the Buddha reached enlightenment, this newly-opened collective is home to spiritual practitioners and healers + its retail side offers tarot card decks, fairy chairs, crystals, and incense.

What we’re buying: A session with Ray’s Aura Portraits — and check out the portrait we got back in July.
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Today
  • The Taste of Louisville | Wed., Oct. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Ave. | $80+ | Sample more than 50 restaurant and beverage companies + live music on the patio at this fundraiser for Frankie’s Family.
Thursday
  • Grateville Dead Fest Kick-Off Party | Thu., Oct. 13 | 9 p.m. | Mellwood Tavern, 1801 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville | Free | Jam out with Pushing Daisy’s Band at this kick-off celebration.
Friday
  • Monster Mash 2022 | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7-11 p.m. | Waterfront Botanical Gardens, 1435 Frankfort Ave. | $30 | This Halloween costume ball comes complete with fortune tellers, DJ, light appetizers, a cash bar + silent auction benefiting The Arrow Fund.
  • Playcosystem Happy Hour | Fri., Oct. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, 2075 Clermont Rd. | $10 | Release your inner child at this adults-only event with fort building + drinks and a food truck.
Saturday
  • Canines, Cocktails & Karaoke for a Cure! | Sat., Oct. 15 | 6-9 p.m. | Club K 9 Dog Park & Bar, 9316 Taylorsville Rd. | Free to attend | Sing your favorite karaoke jam + participate in a raffle with multiple prize packages benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
  • Oktoberfest 2022 | Sat., Oct. 15 | 3-7 p.m. | Mellwood Art Center | $40+ | Sample craft beer and wine + enjoy snacks and a live traditional Munich-style polka band — proceeds will benefit Crusade for Children.
  • Paristown Flea | Sat., Oct. 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Paristown, 720 Brent St. | Free | Shop various vintage vendors at the last outdoor flea of the season + food trucks and a pop-up bar.
Sunday

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How to experience Kroger’s UofL ultimate tailgate (for free) 🏈
City Editor, Katie, at Kroger's Ultimate Tailgating Experience.
Kroger puts the “ultimate” in their UofL Ultimate Tailgating Experience events. | Photo by LOUtoday
Hi, Senior City Editor Katie here. 👋 Back in September, I got to experience tailgating at the first University of Louisville home football game against Florida State — that’s a lot of firsts, I know.

But this wasn’t just any back-of-the-truck, charcoal grill tailgating — I got to attend Kroger’s UofL Ultimate Tailgating Experience, which is a free event for Kroger customers via its Fan Rewards program (select your local store to see details).

Here’s how it went.

What we tried (with pricing):

Kroger’s Ultimate Tailgating Experience happens at every UofL home football game in a giant white tent filled with red clad tables and decked out with Louisville Cards decorations — there’s even a red wacky inflatable guy. The free event features food, drinks, a DJ, cornhole + more exclusively for Kroger customers.

And it’s easy to get in on the action. Kroger customers can earn points at their local Kroger store by buying participating products to be redeemed for a free ticket to the tailgating event or for UofL, UK, SIU, or IU swag.

Read on to discover what not to miss (hint: it includes an impressive menu of free food) + how you can try this at the next Louisville Cardinal home football game.*
LET’S GO TAILGATING

Weather
  • 78º | Partly cloudy | 20% chance of rain
Opening
  • Buff City Soap’s sixth Louisville location is opening in Fern Creek on Thurs., Oct. 13. It’ll be next door to Starbucks and Chick-fil-A in the Cedar Creek Crossing development at 7718 Bardstown Rd. The store will have 15-20 employees who will craft Buff City’s 30+ soap products. 🧼 (Louisville Business First)
Number
  • 7,000. That’s how many cats have been adopted from Purrfect Day Cat Cafe since it opened on Aug. 8, 2018. Kitties Merri and Adilyn found their forever home this weekend with their new owner Joseph. Book a session at the cafe at 1741 Bardstown Rd. to meet your next fur baby. 🐱
Civic
  • The Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) celebrated its 400th home purchased through its Homeownership Program — which allows participants to pay toward a mortgage rather than rent. Lucky home No. 400 belongs to Tyese Stokes, a mother of two, who closed on a four-bed, two-bath home in the Shawnee neighborhood. (WDRB)
Arts
Cause
  • The Samaritan app — which offers financial assistance to people experiencing homelessness — has made its way to Derby City with the help of local investment firm Access Ventures. Participants can use the app to help unhoused people access food, health care, and housing + donations are spread across multiple local organizations working in this field. (WHAS11)
Listen
  • The latest episode of “The Lou Review,” podcast features Kim Morrison of The Hygge Gathering — which uses the Scandinavian concept of “Hygge” to help women curate meaningful connections. Among other topics, Kim invites listeners to attend The Hygge Dinner Gathering on Sat., Nov. 5 at The Butcher Rose on Frankfort Avenue.
Eat
  • Renshoku Ramen will be popping up at ShopBar on Sun., Oct. 16. Local chef Nicholas Robley — the man behind the noodles — was a LEO Reader’s Choice Award winner in the Best Ramen category in 2021. Check it out at 950 Barret Ave. from 5-9 p.m. 🍜
  • Never struggle to find gluten-friendly restaurants in Louisville ever again. Bookmark our guide instead. Our list features several local eateries that offer gluten-free options, ranging from the enchiladas at El Mundo to the apple pie at The Silly Axe Café.
Announced
  • If you love this newsletter (and supporting local) as much as we love strolls in Joe Creason park, morning lattes from Bean coffee shop + Saturdays spent biking the loop (which is a lot) — we’ve got something for you: LOUtoday just launched a membership program. Learn more + sign up.
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Louisville thrift store hosting Fashion Encore
A sign from Nearly New Shop stating the thrift store's hours and products — clothing, accessories, collectibles, household items, and furniture.
The Fashion Encore takes place from Sat. Oct. 22-Mon., Oct. 24. | Photo by LOUtoday
How does donning a vintage designer coat this winter sound? Your opportunity to get one — and maybe some shoes to match — is happening from Sat. Oct. 22-Mon., Oct. 24 at Nearly New Shop.

It’s part of the thrift store’s 46th annual Fashion Encore event where you can purchase your vintage look for 20% off on Sun., Oct. 23 + for 30% off on Mon., Oct. 24.

Located in the lower level of the Mid City Mall at 1250 Bardstown Rd., the 24,000-sqft store is home to a host of secondhand clothes, shoes, home decor, furniture + collectibles. Its sales help fund advocacy programs for women and children through the National Council of Jewish Women.

Don’t need anything new? You can volunteer to help out with the event instead by emailing.

Bonus: Check out some of the cool things we found at Nearly New in this Instagram reel.
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by City Editor Sarah.

Editor’s pick: I went to music bingo with my friends last week at Hi-Wire Brewing at 642 Baxter Ave. — and it was so much fun.

I loved the mix of classic and contemporary Top 40 hits and my friend won blackout bingo (where you have to fill every space) twice. Check out the next game — Hi-Wire’s hosting the event each Thursday with Last Call Trivia at 7 p.m.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Learn about this new pickleball “eatertainment” venue here.
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