The Beer Festival

Panels

• From Stave to Glass | Monday., Oct. 23 | 7 p.m. | Next Door @ 3rd Turn Brewing, 10408 Watterson Trail | $45 | Listen to panel experts discuss wood’s impact on flavor, consumer behaviors, and trends + enjoy a curated tasting experience.
• Louisville Beer for All | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 7 p.m. | Noble Funk Brewing, 922 S. 2nd St. | Free | Hear from people who have overcome barriers in the Kentucky beer industry, moderated by your very own City Editor Katie — panelists TBA.

Participating Breweries

• Apocalypse Brew Works, 1612 Mellwood Ave. | Try the “Cream-ation,” a cream ale Apocalypse describes as “no ashes, just clean malt flavor with a crisp finish” + head here for OctDOBErfest on Saturday, Oct. 21.
• Gallant Fox Brewing, 2132 Frankfort Ave. | It’s October, so get the Foxtoberfest — a crisp and malty märzen.
• Monnik Beer Co., 1036 E. Burnett Ave. | Taste the Country Boy Kolsch Collab release, “Dream Engine,” on Monday, Oct. 23.

• Stephen King Book Discussion | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 6-7 p.m. | St. Matthews Library, 3940 Grandview Ave., Louisville | Free | Discuss “The Shining” with other Stephen King enthusiasts.

• Bullitt Lecture in Astronomy | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 7-8 p.m. | Gheens Science Hall & Rauch Planetarium, 106 W. Brandeis Ave., Louisville | Free | Hear from astrophysicist Dr. Jillian Scudder about everything from lasers and styrofoam to diamond rain.

• Goatman Festival | Friday, Oct. 13-Saturday, Oct. 14 | Times vary | Legend at Pope Lick, 4002 S. Pope Lick Rd., Louisville | Free | Celebrate one of Louisville’s biggest legends with movies, games, escape rooms + meet the Goatman himself.
• Horror at the Disco: A Scary Movie Silent Disco | Friday, Oct. 13 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Falls City Taproom, 901 E. Liberty St., Louisville | $10 | Dance dressed as your favorite scary movie character.

• Totally Rad Vintage Fest | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 S. 4th St., Louisville | $8-$25 | Shop from vendors who specialize in iconic clothing and accessories from the 1980s, 1990s, and Y2K eras.
• Mayor’s Southwest Fun Run | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 8 a.m. | Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremon Landing, 7410 Moorman Rd., Louisville | $25 | The 5K course takes runners through a scenic loop.

• Family Movie Day | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 3-6 p.m. | Kentucky Science Center, 727 W. Main St., Louisville | $15-$35 | Catch a screening of “Coco” in the four-story movie theater, see exhibits, and enjoy a snack bar.

• “Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue,” a stage show written by Robert Leleux, will make a stop in the Derby City on March 26, 2024 at The Brown Theatre. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Oct. 13.

• Hikes Lane’s $7 million rehabilitation project is in the final stages of completion. According to Metro Councilman Brent Ackerson, the work could be completed by the end of the month. In the meantime, drivers near the Bon Air and Buechel neighborhoods should adhere to traffic signs. (WDRB)

• KYTC is seeking input from locals on an upcoming bridge replacement project in the German-Paristown neighborhood. The project will remove + replace the bridge on East Kentucky Street going over South Beargrass Creek. Share comments or concerns through the end of the month by calling 502-764-0834. (WDRB)

• Speaking of German-Paristown... The neighborhood + Schnitzelburg recently received grant funding that will go toward planting ~150 new trees across the three areas. Neighborhood residents can request a complimentary tree for their property now.

• This Saturday, Oct. 14 marks Logan Street Market’s four-year anniversary. Celebrations will begin on Friday with a Family Fun Night at 5 p.m., followed by a special ceremony on Saturday at 10 a.m. The weekend lineup also includes artisan pop-ups, live music performances, workshops, and a new pickleball court.

• In case you missed it, Copper & Kings is launching its first-ever bourbon. The Butchertown brandy distillery will celebrate the new release with a launch party on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. All are welcome to attend, and guests are encouraged to dress in orange and black.

• What’s for dinner, Louisville? If you’re stuck in meal-time monotony with the kids back in school, we’ve got the perfect solution: Home Cuisine. The local service delivers chef-crafted meals straight to your door. Choose a plan that fits your lifestyle — whether you’re cooking for one or an entire family.*

• As a leader and partner in well-being, Wel at Humana approaches health holistically keeping movement, mindset, nutrition, and recovery in mind. Bonus: It offers corporate partnerships. Learn more about adding wellness to your team’s list of perks.*

• It’s the last day of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. Shop deals on holiday gifts now, like 40% off the Fire HD Kids tablet that Good Housekeeping named “Best Tablet for Big Kids.”*

• These Halloween-inspired earrings from Eleven + Jane will spook up any outfit. Add a ghostly touch to your look with the Cowboy Up Ghost Earrings.

• Add a hint of spooky to your pup’s wardrobe with Hannah Chloe Co.'s Pink & Spooky Reversible Bandana.

• The Chom Chom pet hair remover sucks up way, way more pet hair than we ever thought we had in your house. Get it on sale for Prime Big Deal Days.

• The Zojirushi Micom Rice Cooker is on sale for Prime Big Deal Days. Shop the deal to cook perfect rice every time (seriously).

• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.