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Straight from the horse’s mouth

LOUtoday After Oaks Meet + Greet

Join us for a few unbridled spirits. | Graphic by LOUtoday

The cat’s out of the bag — or should we say horse? We’re hosting a LOUtoday after-oaks event and you’re invited.

On Friday, May 5, we’re taking over The Local Seltzery in NuLu (818 E. Main St.) to host a little Derby-time soiree from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. And the best part — aside from meeting the folks who bring you this newsletter every day — it’s free. Here’s how we’re getting down after Churchill Downs:

Get 50% off seltzers and cocktails — like the Sparkling Julep and NuLu Lily
Enjoy charcuterie boards from Cultured, popcorn, and hummus plates
Meet + greet with Katie, Lennie, and Mandey

You hear from us everyday at 6 a.m. in your inbox and see us on social media, and now, we’d love the chance to meet you, so RSVP today — and be sure to tell a friend or two.

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Events

Monday, April 10

Crafts & Cookies | Monday, Apr. 10 | 7-9 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 642 Baxter Ave., Louisville | $25 | Try Girl Scout cookies paired with craft beers during this guided tasting.

Tuesday, April 11

Steely Danish | Tuesday, Apr. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Zanzabar, 2100 South Preston St., Louisville | $20 | Reel in the years at this tribute show.

Thursday, April 13

S. 4th Night Market | Thursday, Apr. 13 | 4-8 p.m. | Downtown, S. 4th Street between Guthrie and W. Chestnut Streets, Louisville | Free | Shop this outdoor, pop-up market + grab a bite to eat from a local food vendor.

Friday, April 14

90s Night Silent Disco | Friday, Apr. 14 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Falls City Taproom, 901 E. Liberty St., Louisville | $10 | Bust out the slip dress or flannel shirt for this 1990s-themed dance party.

Saturday, April 15

Audubon Park 2023 Dogwood Festival | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 12-9 p.m. | Henderson Park, 3219 Wren Rd., Louisville | Free | Enjoy live music, 17+ food trucks, and kids activities.

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News Notes

Ranked

Derby City ranked No.15 in the U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Foodie Cities in the U.S.” right behind Atlanta, GA. Only 15 destinations were selected for the list based on innovative dining concepts, awarded restaurants, and culinary diversity. Let’s all grab a bite to eat to celebrate.

Number

$7.5 million. That’s how much the Heyburn Building across from The Brown Hotel is being sold for. The 17-floor downtown office tower features neoclassical-style architecture features like marble walls and terrazzo flooring + is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. It’s currently 40% occupied with office + retail tenants. (Louisville Business First)

Civic

Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Office of Sustainability are hosting the first-ever Earth Day Town Hall event on Friday, April 21 at Louisville Free Public Library’s Main Branch. Louisvillians are invited to share ideas on how Metro can advance sustainability, health, and environmental justice. Register in advance.

Plan Ahead

The Frazier History Museum is putting on the ritz for its annual Michter’s Speakeasy party on Thursday, June 22. Tickets are $58 and include bourbon tastings, a complimentary cocktail, jazz music, and food from Bristol Catering. Cocktail or 1920s-themed attire is recommended.

Eat

Between school activities and a busy lifestyle, it can be easy to turn to the drive-thru or eating out. Home Cuisine puts the “easy” back into evening meals by delivering chef-crafted dinners straight to your front door. See which meal plan works best for your family.*

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Travel

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Try This

It’s not just snakes and sparklers

Thunder Rolls at Copper & Kings

People sitting outside at night with fireworks in the background.

These rooftop views don’t lie. | Photo by Copper & Kings

Every Louisvillian knows the joys and hassles of Thunder Over Louisville — but every rose has its thorn. So if you’re looking to elevate your 2023 Thunder experience, Copper & Kings has you covered come Saturday, April 22.

☀️ Party in the Yard

Take the whole fam to this pre-fireworks show party in the brandy distillery’s orange-accented courtyard from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and here’s what’s in store:

Views of the airshow
Yard games — think: ping pong and corn hole
Food and brandy cocktails + other drinks
Hot Sauce Brass Band from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

🎆 Thunder Rolls

Tables are first-come, first-served at this ticketed fireworks viewing party from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Rooftop Bar & Restaurant — which boasts one of the only public bird’s-eye-views of the city. Tickets are $165 and include:

An open bar with Copper & Kings cocktails and highballs — wine and beer sold separately
Passed appetizers by Chef Josh Lehman

Looking to up the ante? Check out the $1,000 VIP experience.

Answered

On Friday, we asked “What’s your favorite local brewery?” for National Beer Day and here’s what you said:

Here are the top five breweries readers said were their faves:

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Katie

From the editor

I recently learned that the largest tulip poplar tree — aka Kentucky’s state tree — in the Louisville Metro’s park system is at Iroquois Park.

It stands around 120-130-ft tall, has a 16-ft, 5-in circumference, and is somewhere between 100-150 years old.

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