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🦺 A new NuLu

NuLu Streetscape Project continues
Pedestrians stand on the sidewalk of a busy urban street, while a bicyclist rides along a path.
The project will include expanded pedestrian and bicycle amenenities. | Photo via Louisville Metro Government
The East Market Streetscape Project is moving forward. Construction is set to begin on the north side of the 900 + 1000 blocks of East Market Street on Monday, June 17.

The $12 million project will redesign the streetscape from Brook Street to Baxter Avenue — that’s about one mile stretched over nine blocks. The new-look East Market Street will include:
  • Protected bike lanes, including one created from a re-purposed eastbound lane of traffic
  • Landscape medians in two separate blocks to “serve as a gateway to the neighborhood”
  • Newly-planted street trees, increasing the urban canopy
  • Bumpouts at pedestrian crosswalks, offering more room as you walk
Business owners + residents along East Market Street will be notified at least 14 days before construction is set to begin on their block. Project officials say that businesses can remain open during construction, with pedestrian access maintained throughout the process.

Pro tip: If you commute down East Market Street, be sure to leave a little earlier during construction to account for any traffic delays.

A project rendering shows an overhead view of a downtown street, with plans for a new streetscape overlayed.

Designs for the project show new bike lanes on either side of East Market Street, as well as pedestrian bumpouts + new trees.

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Image via Louisville Metro Government

The $12 million price tag is being funded by the Louisville Metro, state, and federal governments.

The project is tentatively scheduled to be complete on Oct. 10, 2025, but may fluctuate to accommodate festivals and events in the area.
 
Events
Wednesday, June 5
  • Iroquois Park Beer Release | Wednesday, June 5 | 6 p.m. | Against the Grain Downtown Public House, 401 E. Main St., Louisville | Cost of purchase | Sample a new beer made by smoking beechwood collected from Iroquois Park, then stick around for park trivia.
  • Wildflowers Collective Two-Year Birthday Bash | Wednesday, June 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Portal + ArtPortal, 1535 Lytle St., Louisville | $10 | Celebrate two years of the creative collective by shopping vendors offering tarot readings, handmade crafts, vintage goods, and more.
Thursday, June 6
  • First Thursday | Thursday, June 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | Free | Get evening access to the museum galleries + learn how to draw clothed figures in the atrium.
Friday, June 7
  • Sailing Into Summer | Friday, June 7 | 6-10 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd., Louisville | $25 | Chow down on barbecue while you jam to Tony and the Tan Lines along the waterfront.
  • WWE Friday Night SmackDown | Friday, June 7 | 7:45 p.m. | KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville | $24-$140 | See the biggest stars in wrestling, like AJ Styles and Rey Mysterio, take the ring.
Saturday, June 8
  • Buy Local Fair | Saturday, June 8 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium, 350 Adams St., Louisville | Free | Shop LOU retailers + artists while enjoying local food and drink.
Saturday, June 15
  • Vintage Dad’s Day | Saturday, June 15 | 12-4 p.m. | Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg | $0-$16 | Celebrate Dad with an 1860s baseball game, car show, vintage tools + concessions — better yet, make it a weekend with a stay at the Inn.*
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News Notes
Edu
  • Jefferson County Public Schools and TARC have reached a deal to provide some transportation to magnet students in the upcoming school year. Certain TARC routes will begin to operate on reduced frequencies, allowing TARC drivers to instead operate school buses. Further details are expected in the coming weeks.
Closed
  • ZEGGZ, a breakfast + brunch restaurant in St. Matthews, has shut down with plans to eventually relocate. The restaurant announced it will “re-hatch” from its location at 11615 Shelbyville Rd., with further details to come soon.
Transit
  • Attention Louisville bicyclists: Officials want to hear from you about bike connectivity. Join others bikers for a short spin + social tomorrow, June 5 at 5:30 p.m. at West Sixth Brewing (817 E. Market St.), or attend an open house with the project team at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 6 at the Main Library (301 York St.)
Civic
  • The next Pop-Up Drop-Off recycling event will be held on Saturday, June 15 at Doss High School (7601 St. Andrews Church Rd.). Bring your hard-to-get-rid-of appliances, electronics, furniture, tires, and other items from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free drop-off.
Arts
  • The KORE Gallery (942 E. Kentucky St.) will host an opening reception for its newest exhibition this Friday, June 8 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Featuring pieces from artists Chuck Swanson + Caroline Waite, the show will run through Monday, July 8.
Plan Ahead
  • The inaugural Downtown Pickleball Street Fest will soon hit the streets at the end of this month. On Saturday, June 29 + Sunday, June 30, sections of 4th and Jefferson Streets will turn into pickleball courts for a clinic, tournaments, and open play. The event will also feature food trucks, local beer, and live music.
Sports
  • Could Florida State and Clemson leave the ACC? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals and the Atlantic Coast Conference with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Network
    • Local professionals who want to expand their network and develop their personal + professional skills are invited to a Summer Luncheon, hosted by the Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce. Register for the upcoming event happening on Thursday, June 13 at 11:30 a.m., featuring Bullitt County Sheriff Walt Sholar as the keynote speaker.*
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    Coming soon

    🏕️ Go shopping for the great outdoors

    REI to open store in Louisville
    The interior of REI, and outdoors and camping store, in Seattle. It features outdoor equipment, like backpacks and boots, for sale.
    REI is set to open 10 stores across the country this year, including in Louisville. | Photo by Suzi Pratt, courtesy REI
    REI Co-op is pitching its tent at the Paddock Shops (4350 Summit Plaza Dr.) this fall — just ahead of the holiday shopping season.

    In case you don’t know, REI — aka Recreational Equipment, Inc. — is a one-stop shop for outdoor enthusiasts, offering gear + apparel for camping, cycling, hiking, running, fitness, climbing, and more.

    REI is a co-op, meaning you can become a member to enjoy discounts and other benefits, but you don’t need to be a member to shop there. There are currently ~30,000 REI members in Louisville and ~79,000 in Kentucky.

    Here’s what to expect at the Louisville store:
    • 31,100 sqft of floor space
    • A full-service bike shop staffed by certified mechanics
    • Brands like Black Diamond, HOKA, Patagonia, Snow Peak, and Vuori
    Currently, the closest REI to Louisville is in Cincinnati — ~95 miles away.
    Asked

    How often do you go camping?
    A. Monthly
    B. A few times per year
    C. Once per year
    D. Every few years
    E. Never
    Gather 'round the campfire
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    The Wrap
     
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    Today’s edition by:
    Jeff
    From the editor
    It’s great to see the NuLu Streetscape Project moving forward, it’s been in the works since 2011.

    Back then, William + Kate got married, we were all heading to the theater to see “Harry Potter” and “Transformers,” and I had just graduated high school.
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