10.23.2023

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47º | Mostly cloudy | 7% chance of rain
Sunrise 8:00 a.m. | Sunset 5:39 p.m.

🍁 Make like a tree and...

Fall foliage in Louisville

The fall leaves are beautiful in one of Louisville’s parks — like Cherokee — but mean a lot of raking when they land in your back yard. | Photo by: Louisville Tourism

Brrr — it’s been chilly the last couple of weeks here in Derby City, and this time of year that means trees are about to change — from growing green to ravishing red + yellow.

Peak fall foliage is right around the corner — expected around Halloween this year — so break out the gardening gloves + rake, and reach for the flannel ahead of an autumnal, sight-seeing drive.

🍁 What to do with fall leaves

The Louisville Metro Government is holding leaf drop-off sites at four locations this fall, starting on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Rd. | Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m
Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 N. Hubbards Ln. | Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Shawnee Park, 230 Southwestern Pkwy. | Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Ave. | Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. + Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Bring your leaves loose in a paper or compost bag, or in a reusable container you can take when you — um — leave. Pro tip: Avoid the drop-off lines altogether and use your lawnmower to turn those leaves into mulch to fuel your backyard garden.

Fall leaves on a trail — Scenes like this one, at Jefferson Memorial Forest, are never far away in Derby City.
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🍁 Where to see fall foliage

Louisvillians are proud of the city’s park system, and for good reason — there are tons of scenic views throughout — but those fall frames aren’t just limited to the city limits. From Bernheim Forest, 35 minutes from downtown, to Skyline Drive across the river in southern Indiana, Louisville and its surrounding areas have some sensational spots to soak in the season.

Events

Monday, Oct. 23

From Stave To Glass Barrel Panel | Monday, Oct. 23 | 7 p.m. | 3rd Turn Brewing, 10408 Watterson Trail, Louisville | $45 | Hear from experts on how spirit barrels impact flavor and trends + enjoy a tasting experience and bites.

Tuesday, Oct. 24

The Moth StorySLAM | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7 p.m. | Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Rd., Louisville | $15 | Throw your name in the hat to tell a five-minute story about “adulting.”
Emo Orchestra | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7 p.m. | Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St., Louisville | $25-$59.50 | Relive the emo music era with special guest Hawthorne Heights.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Happy Hour Friend-Raiser | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 4-7 p.m. | Martini Italian Bistro, 4031 Summit Plaza Dr., Louisville | Free | Sip cocktails and enjoy a bourbon tasting to show support for APRON Inc., a local service industry nonprofit.
Halloween Trick or Treat | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremen Landing, 7410 Moorman Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring the kiddos dressed in costumes to collect candy from the trunks of cars.

Thursday, Oct. 26

Home Run Trivia Night | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 7-9 p.m. | Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, 528 W. Main St., Louisville | $46 | Compete in baseball-themed trivia for a chance to win Evan Williams prize packages; tickets include ballpark-style food and welcome cocktail, with cash bar available on-site (21+ only).*
1989 (Taylor’s Version) Release Party | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Big Bar, 1202 Bardstown Rd., Louisville | $15 | Celebrate the release of T. Swift’s latest album with a dance party and drag show.

Friday, Oct. 27

Creative Mornings | Friday, Oct. 27 | 8:30-10 a.m. | The Filson Historical Society, 1310 S. 3rd St., Louisville | Free | Meet with other creatives around the city + hear from author Minda Honey on the topic of “endurance.”
Funk O Ween | Friday, Oct. 27 | 8 p.m. | Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St., Louisville | $10 | Support Louisville Youth Group during this funk-themed concert.

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News Notes

Opening

A new Japanese and Southern fusion restaurant, Ensō, is opening in Clifton this week, at 1758 Frankfort Ave. Chef Lawrence Weeks, from North of Bourbon in Germantown, is behind the concept, which will serve up Southern-Asian fusion cuisine, like okra + shrimp rice. It opens on Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Seasonal

The actors of Kentucky Shakespeare will host a live reading of the Mary Shelley classic novel “Frankenstein” at historic Locust Grove tomorrow night, Oct. 24. Doors open at 6 p.m. + tickets range from $17-$22.

Concert

The King of Latin Trap is coming to Derby City next year. Grammy-winning artist Bad Bunny will play at the KFC Yum! Center on April 22 with tickets starting at $113. Fun fact: He’s been Spotify’s most-streamed artist three years in a row.

Closing

Manhattan Grill, a downtown Louisville staple since 1997, is shutting down at the end of the year. The owner is retiring, according to his family. Located on West Muhammad Ali Boulevard near 4th Street Live!, the downtown lunch crowd will surely miss Manhattan’s sandwiches and salads.

Community

Calling all fashionistas — ahead of the 150th Run for the Roses, the Kentucky Derby Museum is looking for the best Derby fashions from years past. Winning entries will be featured in an upcoming exhibit. The museum is accepting submissions through Friday, Dec. 15.

Sports

The Boys in Purple are moving on. In their playoff opener, LouCity advanced past Memphis in a penalty kick shootout. Their next game will be Saturday, Oct. 28 at Lynn Family Stadium against Detroit City FC. Tickets are on sale now, starting at $19.

Plan Ahead

The real and supernatural collide in “Giselle,” a haunting ballet classic coming to The Brown Theatre Friday, Nov. 10-Saturday, Nov. 12. Discover the story of a beautiful peasant and disguised nobleman — in the real world, their love is doomed, but in the spiritual realm, it may survive. Get more info + reserve your tickets.*

Tech

If you’re parting with $80 to $100 every month for phone services, it’s time for a change. Get unlimited data, talk, and text with Boost Mobile for $12.50 for your first month.*

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jeff

From the editor

I grew up near Iroquois Park and every fall my dad, brother, and I would make a pilgrimage up to the park’s overlook for some of the best fall views of the city.

I was always tuckered out by the time we reached the top, but now that trek will be easier after 180 new steps were installed earlier this year — 8-year-old me is so jealous.

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