Coffee and tea shops

Restaurants and bars

• Speed Friending & Dating | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 642 Baxter Ave., Louisville | $20 | Get paired with people who have the same interests — and potentially walk away with a new best friend or something more.

• Mellow Morning Stroll | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7:30-9 a.m. | Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, 2075 Clermont Rd., Clermont | $10-$15 | Take a quiet, slow-paced walk while focusing on small details within the forest.

• Bon Odori at the Gardens | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 6-7:15 p.m. | Waterfront Botanical Gardens, 1435 Frankfort Ave., Louisville | $20-$25 | Learn how to do this historic Japanese dance that was performed to calm ancestral spirits.

• The Big Stomp | Friday, Aug. 18-Saturday, Aug. 19 | Times vary | The Jones Fields, 8401 Dawson Hill Rd., Louisville | $40-$200 | Stomp out the mental health stigma at this annual festival that features music, social activities + mindful programming.

• Cupcake Decorating Class w/ Shanna Cakes | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Work the Metal, 1201 Story Ave., Louisville | $56 | Grasp basic cupcake decorating techniques while sipping on cocktails.

• Pet Yoga | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Local Seltzery, 828 E. Main St., Louisville | $5 | Bring your furry friend along for a gentle yoga flow + enjoy discounted bevvys.

• Three 1960s apartment buildings in Cherokee Triangle will be demolished. Louisville Collegiate School — who owns the apartments and emptied the buildings earlier this year — won a bid to remove the structures + build a 56-space parking lot in its place. The timeline has not been announced. (WDRB)

• The Kentucky State Fair starts this Thursday, Aug. 17, and there will be lots of new foods to try. Have a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto corndog or chicken bacon donut sandwich, then go pink with a Barbie funnel cake for dessert. (The Courier-Journal)

• Jennifer Lawrence’s birthday — and the Frazier Kentucky History Museum is celebrating the Louisville native by showcasing a few of her personal belongs in the Cool Kentucky exhibit. Pop by to see the actress’ red carpet shoes, a childhood Halloween costume, a pink comforter she received from David Letterman + more.

• Feed Louisville is looking for a new kitchen. The nonprofit currently works in a small church daily to prepare ~1,000 meals for people who are houseless or food insecure. It is seeking a temporary kitchen with at least 1,000 sqft of space. Contact the organization to offer help. (WHAS11)

• Bourbon & Blush Salon & Spa is celebrating its grand opening 2-8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 25. Treat yourself to mini services, giveaways, raffles, refreshments + more. The downtown spot is known for its award-winning, bourbon-infused treatments.

• Veteran broadcast journalist Rick Howlett died on Saturday, Aug. 12. Rick’s voice has been heard across Kentucky since 1984, and he was with Louisville Public Media since 2001. Longtime listeners will recognize his voice as the host of 89.3 WFPL News Louisville.

• Did you know? Color not only impacts a space, but our moods, too. Shoshanna Portman, the owner of Shoshanna Color and Interior Design, has a passion for helping Louisvillians to add more color + style to their homes. See why you should consider booking a color consultation before your next home project.*

• Jump back into your wellness routine, Louisville. Make well-being a priority by joining Wel at Humana, a state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring modern equipment, recovery tools + more — for just $45 per month. Looking for more insights and wellness tips? Follow along with their monthly Coaches’ Corner podcast.*

• Celebrate National Water Quality Month with a glass of ice-cold Louisville Pure Tap®. Every day, Louisville Water produces some of the highest-quality drinking water in the country. Read: Pure Tap received high marks for quality, taste, and value from its customers. Learn more.*

• Get discounted admission to the Louisville Zoo today, Aug. 15.
• Sign up for free play sessions at Glow Worm Café today, Aug. 15.
• Anchorage Art Studio Whet Your Palette is waiving day-of scheduling fees for its summer camp session today, Aug. 15.
• The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory is offering two free student tickets per adult all week.
• Many of Louisville Parks and Recreation’s community centers boast gyms, computer labs, fitness equipment + more.
• Louisville Free Public Library offers a plethora of activities at its locations, all at no cost. Staying in? Its YouTube channel hosts recorded storytimes, art workshops, and 4-H cooking + crafting programs.