Plus, a record for a local museum.
 
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The Roaring ‘20s — 2020s that is

The Brown Hotel turns 100
The Brown Hotel marquee, as shown in 1924.
The Brown Hotel marquee as it appeared in 1924. | Courtesy: Archives & Special Collections, University of Louisville (ULPA CS_055306)
Picture this — you’re dressed to the nines, trying your best to look like Gloria Swanson or Douglas Fairbanks. You’ve arrived at the corner of 4th Street and Broadway in downtown Louisville, ready to indulge in an evening of drinks, music, dancing, and dinner.

What year is it, 1923? No — try 2023.

The Brown Hotel is celebrating its 100th birthday later this month — in some style. The hotel is set to host a roaring gala called, “The Brown Hotel: Celebrating 100 Years of Memories” from 6 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, featuring a four-course meal with drinks and dancing.

The Brown is encouraging guests to dress in 1920s-style fashions for the event, which will include prizes for the best-dressed. You know what that means — start digging through your great-grandma’s closet for her favorite straight skirt, cloche hat, and pearl necklace.

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The marquee at The Brown Hotel as it appears today.

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Photo by The Brown Hotel

It’ll be the celebration of a Derby City landmark — a local institution steeped in history and tradition, that’s also an example of modern excellence.

Tickets are available at $100 per person, and there’s a special room rate of $99 that evening if you’re up for the full Brown experience — just don’t forget the hot brown to boot. For tickets, call 502-736-3011 or email Lucy Hendry.
 
Events
Monday, Oct. 16
  • Mulch Monday | Monday, Oct. 16 | 1-3 p.m. | A.B. Sawyer Park, 9200 Whipps Mill Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring your own container to fill up with free natural, undyed mulch.
  • The American Horrorplex 2023 | Monday, Oct. 16-Saturday, Nov. 4 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | The American Horrorplex, 2012 Northwestern Pkwy., Louisville | $25-$65 | Walk through the haunted halls and maze of the macabre at this award-winning haunted house.
Tuesday, Oct. 17
  • Louisville Sustainability Summit 2023 | Tuesday, Oct. 17 | 12:30-5 p.m. | Louisville Visual Art, 1538 Lytle St., Louisville | $35 | Hear from speakers on topics like climate change and sustainable housing + attend the after-party with a themed art show and appetizers.
  • Puzzle Challenge | Tuesday, Oct. 17 | 7-9 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 642 Baxter Ave., Louisville | Cost of purchase | Grab your pals and see if your team can be the fastest to complete a puzzle — and win a prize.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
  • Wednesday Night Jazz | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | 8-10 p.m. | Whirling Tiger, 1335 Story Ave., Louisville | Cost of purchase | Hear jazz tunes at this Butchertown speakeasy bar and venue.
Thursday, Oct. 19
  • An Evening with Jefferson’s Reserve & Rabbit Hole | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 4:45-10 p.m. | Begins at the Omni Hotel, 400 S. 2nd St., Louisville | $399 | Tour Rabbit Hole Distillery and KY Artisan Distillery, home of Jefferson’s Reserve, after hours + dig into a two-course bourbon dinner pairing.
Friday, Oct. 20
  • 2023 Trick-or-Treat | Friday, Oct. 20-Saturday, Oct. 21 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $0-$8 | Bring the fam in costume to gather treats around the village + enjoy hayrides, live music, pony rides, and bonfires.
  • Pickin’ in Paristown | Friday, Oct. 20 | 5-9 p.m. | Paristown, 720 Brent St., Louisville | Free | Hear bluegrass tunes from the Mama Said String Band at this all-ages show in Christy’s Garden.
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Drink

Should you really drink 8 glasses of water per day?
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LMNT supports all activities — from trail running with the family to making healthier spicy margaritas with the girls. | Photos by LMNT
Since the 1940s, we’ve been told to drink eight glasses of water per day. But drinking beyond thirst dilutes blood electrolyte levels (especially sodium levels), leading to headaches, low energy, cramps, confusion, or worse.

The key? Add electrolytes into the mix.

Enter: LMNT.

Created by scientists, LMNT has enough sodium, potassium, and magnesium to get you truly hydrated. It has zero sugar and artificial colors — while offering fan-fave flavors like Citrus Salt and Raspberry Salt.
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News Notes
Number
  • 251,514. That’s how many guests the Kentucky Derby Museum says passed through its doors during the 2023 fiscal year — a new record. The mark surpassed the previous high, which was set pre-pandemic, in 2019.
Opening
  • In case you missed it, Six Forks Burger Company announced last week that it will re-open. The Schnitzelburg restaurant previously announced last month that the brick-and-mortar location was shutting down, but is now changing course thanks to an outpouring of support. Six Forks will transition to takeout only on Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Plan Ahead
  • Mark your calendar — “Mister Lullaby,” a paranormal, thriller novel, from Louisville-based author J.H. Markert, is set to be released next month, and the author will be holding a release party in celebration. It will take place at 3rd Turn Brewing in J-Town on Saturday, Nov. 25, though the novel will be released four days earlier, Nov. 21.
Louisvillian
  • What’s poppin’? — Did you know that Maggie Payette Harlow, Jack Harlow’s mom, is a local business leader? She is the owner and CEO of Signarama Downtown, a business she says she built by pounding the pavement. She also helps lead the Jack Harlow Foundation. (Louisville Business First)
Try This
  • What would you do with $1 million? Retire early? Buy a vacation home? All of the above? ICYMI, here’s your chance: The Two Million Dollar Puzzle awards each buyer with a cash reward — and two people will snag that lucky $1 million. Use code 6AMCITY for an extra 10% off.*
Wellness
 
Answered

Do you put noodles in your chili?
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There’s no noodles in this chili, and that’s clearly a no-go if you’re a Louisvillian.

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Photo by LOUtoday

We asked readers the age old question last weekend, ahead of Louisville’s Great Chili Cook-Off, and results came pouring in.
  • 66% said yes, they use noodles
  • 28% said they leave the noodles out
  • 6% asked if chili mac counts
In our opinion — chili mac doesn’t count, it’s a separate dish.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Jeff
From the editor
If you’re a history dork like me (I was a history minor in college), the University of Louisville Digital Archives are a fun rabbit hole to go down.

There are around 2 million entries, including a plethora of photos of Louisville from years gone by. Did you know there used to be a mini golf course downtown? That’s one way to spend your lunch break from the office.
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