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Real Estate

6 homes we’re drooling over this month

Spending the morning watching these homes cycle? Works for us. | Photos via: Coldwell Banker McMahan. Trish Ford Team, First Saturday Real Estate, Sotheby’s International Real Estate, Schumacher Homes, Josh Jarboe

If you’re like us — whether you’re in the market for a new home or not — you’ll take any excuse to look at real estate in Louisville and our surrounding areas.

Here are six stunning homes to take a look at (and swoon over):

Romanesque stone mansion on Millionaire’s Row | Listed by: Coldwell Banker McMahan
Charming Shelby Park home with front porch | Listing agent: Jeni McNickle, Trish Ford Team
Darling property blocks away from Central Park | Listed by: First Saturday Real Estate
Exclusive and elegant luxury home | Listed by: Sotheby’s International Real Estate
Custom modern farmhouse | Listed by: Schumacher Homes
Traditional brick home with fenced yard | Listing agent: Josh Jarboe, RE/MAX

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Asked

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Romanesque stone mansion
Charming Shelby Park home
Darling property blocks away from Central Park
Exclusive and elegant luxury home
Custom modern farmhouse
Traditional brick home

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Events

Friday, April 28

Vine Street Imports Wine Show | Friday, Apr. 28 | 4-7 p.m. | The Breeze, 1247 S. Shelby St., Louisville | $10 | Try 20+ wines from this New Jersey-based distributor that specializes in Australian and South African wines.
Old Louisville LIVE: The Crashers | Friday, Apr. 28 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Central Park, 1340 S. 4th St., Louisville | Free | See this local party band perform at the amphitheater, with food trucks and local beer available.
Great Balloon Glow | Friday, Apr. 28 | 8 p.m. | Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville at Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Rd., Louisville | Free with Pegasus Pin | See hot air balloons light up against the backdrop of the Ohio River.
Sixteen Candles - The Ultimate 80s Tribute | Friday, Apr. 28 | 9 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St., Louisville | $16 | Hear your favorite 1980s songs performed live at this tribute concert.

Saturday, April 29

Spring Plant Sale - Day 2 | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old La Grange Rd., Crestwood | $0-$9 | Shop for veggies, flowers, and herbs + Martha Lee’s Kitchen will debut a spring menu.
Spring Market | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Westport Village, 1315 Herr Ln., Louisville | Free | Peruse 18 local vendors offering art, gifts, treats, and more.
Independent Bookstore Day | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Butcher Cabin Books, 990 Barret Ave., Louisville | Free | Shop book deals + get a free tote bag with a purchase of $100 or more.
2023 Spring Thaw at Mile Wide | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 4 p.m.-12 a.m. | Mile Wide Beer Co., 636 Barret Ave., Louisville | Free | Shop from local vendors on the patio of the local brewery, sip special release brews, and dance in a silence disco.
PBR: Unleash The Beast Tour | Saturday, Apr. 29-Sunday, Apr. 30 | Times vary | KFC YUM! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville | $15-$105 | See 35 bull riders in this unconventional rodeo format featuring music and some of the world’s best bull riders.
Creature Feature: “Pirates of the Caribbean” | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 7 p.m. | Legend at Pope Lick, 4002 S. Pope Lick Rd., Louisville | Free | Catch a screening of this Johnny Depp classic on a 40-ft movie screen + grab a bite from the cafe or a brew from West Sixth — just bring a blanket or chair.
Like, Totally 80s Prom | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 8 p.m. | The Whirling Tiger, 1335 Story Ave., Louisville | $0-$5 | Bust out the spandex for this themed dance party with DJ Springbreak where admission is free if you come dressed up.

Sunday, April 30

And...They’re Off! | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 4 p.m. | Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd., Louisville | Free | Hear music from 300+ members of the Louisville Youth Orchestra.
Shakespeare in the Parks | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 6:30 p.m. | Sun Valley Park, 6616 Ashby Ln., Louisville | Free | Bring a chair or blanket and catch a performance of “Hamlet” by Kentucky Shakespeare.

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News Notes

Announced

From Hollywood, it’s America’s game! “Wheel of Fortune LIVE!” is coming to the Louisville Palace on Sunday, Oct. 15. The adapted stage version of the game show will randomly select audience members to play the game just like on TV. Tickets go on sale today at 12 p.m.

Open

Several new local businesses are open at Norton Commons’ retail cottages at 6301 Moonseed St. A Mediterranean restaurant, knitting shop, and a houseplant store are among the six new establishments. A special opening celebration will take place at 3 p.m. today. Happy shopping.

Civic

One man’s trash is another man’s cash. Mayor Craig Greenberg highlighted a new program called Trash for Cash on Tuesday, which aims to keep Derby City clean while giving youth-serving nonprofits a new way to raise money. Nonprofits can apply through Brightside to help clean up roadways at $100 per mile.

Try This

Catwalk for Water will hit the runway this Sunday, April 30 at The Whirling Tiger in Butchertown. Design teams will showcase inventive, earth-friendly fashion created with upcycled and repurposed materials. Tickets range from $25 to $900 and the proceeds benefit Kentucky Waterways Alliance and the Hoosier Environmental Council.

Arts

Registration is open for Louisville Parks & Recreation pottery classes at the Beechmont Community Center. Several month-long programs — including intro to wheel throwing + ceramic sculpture — are available from May to July. Most classes are $95 and include a $20 registration fee.

Drink

Louisville Ale Trail’s 502 Beer Appreciation Day returns on, you guessed it, Tuesday, May 2. Participating local breweries will pour pints for $5.02 in celebration + beer enthusiasts can meet up at Shippingport Brewing, 6-8 p.m. (1221 W. Main St.) to hear the theme for this year’s Louisville Beer Week.
Ditch the hangover without having to ditch your favorite cocktail with Ritual Zero Proof Spirits. The award-winning brand makes non-alcoholic rum, tequila, gin, and whiskey so you can enjoy the ritual of having a drink without feeling icky the following day. Psst — check out Ritual’s collection of cocktail recipes.

Travel

Need a getaway? In ~2.5 hours, you could be sitting on a beach, dining at an authentic Cuban restaurant in Little Havana, or exploring the nightlife in Miami. Explore nonstop flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Miami (MIA) — and start planning your next vacation.*

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Shop

Derby style from head to toe

Louisville’s best-kept secret for affordable Derby hats

Shoe store with colorful hats hanging from above.

Pix Shoes’ fascinators start around $29. | Photo by LOUtoday

Okay, so it’s called Pix Shoes, but we promise it’s more than a discount shoe store.

Every year, colorful Derby hats bloom in the front windows like a spring bouquet — from wide mesh hats dotted with pink flowers to feather and tulle fascinators. So far this year, the family-owned-and-operated business has sold 2,000+ Derby fascinators and hats. And owner Carol Hampton will restock them up until the big race.

Pix, which has been around since 1942, is known for its affordable prices. A Derby hat here can cost anywhere from $40 to $200. Plus, while you’re shopping for fashionable headwear, you can pick up a matching pair of discount designer shoes to match.

Located at 201 S. Preston St. across from the Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Downtown, Pix Shoes is open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Katie

From the editor

Mint Juleps and Lilys are great this time of year, but if you want to mix things up from the typical minty and cranberry-based cocktails, try the LOUtoday Sweater Weather cocktail we made with LEXtoday.

Technically, we created it for Fall, but if you swap the apple cider for Ale-8-One you’ve got a spicy ginger treat.

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