Hear from innovative leaders who challenge our current thinking and bring fresh ideas as we work to achieve more together in our community. | Photos courtesy of Leadership Louisville; GIF by LOUtoday
Any college basketball fans out there? You’re in luck.
On Wednesday, Aug. 28, head coaches Pat Kelsey of the University of Louisville and Mark Pope of the University of Kentucky will join 1,000+ business and community leaders as the featured keynote speakers of the 2024 Leadership Louisville Luncheon, hosted in partnership with the Office of Mayor Craig Greenberg, powered by LG&E and KU Foundation.
“I am so excited that our city is bringing Coach Kelsey and Coach Pope together for the first time to talk about leadership, what it takes to succeed, and a preview of the college basketball season ahead,” Mayor Greenberg said. “This year’s Leadership Louisville Luncheon is going to be the best yet, and I can’t wait to see everyone there.”
This year’s luncheon will bring together leaders from all sectors of the region to build connections and drive positive change for our commonwealth.
In their first public appearance together, the dynamic and engaging keynote speakers will share their insights into how leadership has impacted their coaching careers, and the sense of shared pride collegiate basketball brings to the state of Kentucky.
Continuing a leadership legacy
Since 1988, the Leadership Louisville Luncheon has gathered influential leaders from across the region to come together to drive positive change.
“Now in the Center’s 45th anniversary year, we’re proud to host our signature event which gathers leaders for important conversations around our region’s challenges and how we can come together to build a more vibrant community,” Cynthia Knapek, president and CEO of Leadership Louisville Center, said. “We are thrilled to welcome two new leaders of vital institutions in our state, both that are economic drivers and creators of civic energy.”
Secure your seat
Attendees can register for individual tickets ($125) online, with discounts available for members of the Leadership Louisville Center, and table sponsorships are $3,000. Secure your seats before this event sells out.
54th Annual World Championship Dainty Contest | Monday, July 29 | 4:30-10 p.m. | Hauck’s Corner, 1000 Goss Ave., Louisville | Free | A 54th world champion will be crowned in the legendary Schnitzelburg street game.
Tuesday, July 30
Music Under the Pavilion: Fred Keams | Tuesday, July 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Historic Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Ln., Louisville | $5-$15 | Learn about Indigenous traditions while listening to Navajo flute music.
Charley Crockett | Tuesday, July 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd., Louisville | $10 | The blues + country singer will perform popular tunes like, “I Am Not Afraid” and “Welcome to Hard Times.”
Wednesday, July 31
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday | Wednesday, July 31 | 5-10:30 p.m. | Big Four Lawn, 129 W. River Rd., Louisville | Free | The monthly concert series returns with Modern English, SNACKTIME, and Digby.
Friday, Aug. 2
CatVideoFest 2024 | Friday, Aug. 2-Thursday, Aug. 8 | Times vary | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | The Internet’s favorite pastime hits the big screen — this cat video festival supports Alley Cat Advocates.
You know that iffy intersection that you drive through every day? The Kentuckiana Regional Planning & Development Agency wants to know about it as they look to improve safety. Pinpoint spots of concern on this map through the end of August.
Edu
UofL’s Rauch Planetarium has been closed since 2020, but now a petition is shooting for the stars in hopes of changing that. The change.org petition aims to re-open the space for use by the public + local schools. Over 5,000 people have already signed it.
Arts
Grab your paintbrush, LOU. Officials are planning to install a mural at the 10th Street floodwall, near 1000 Rowan St. The Metro Government’s Commission on Public Art will award up to $20,000 for five proposals. Applications are open through Sunday, Sept. 1.
Outdoors
Construction on the new stage at Tyler Park is set to begin soon. Parks officials were at a quarry in Indiana recently picking out stone for the stage. The venue will be located at the western corner of the park between Tyler Park Drive and Castlewood Avenue.
Asked
Drink Up Week presented by Heine Brothers Coffee has come to a close, and we’d love your feedback. Did you participate in the week celebrating LOU’s drink scene? Let us know the tea + any feedback you have for next year.
Olympics
The 2024 Summer Olympics are happening now in Paris, France — keep up with Team USA and LOU athletes like Yared Nuguse via WHAS11.
Sports
Five-star guard Jasper Johnson is considering committing to the University of Louisville men’s basketball team. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Drink
Looking for a way to cool down this summer? Head to 7 Brew and try one of their classic favorites or a new summer menu item. (A Funnel Cake Macchiato? Yes, please.) Can’t decide what to get? Ask your 7 Brew brewista for a recommendation.*
Travel
Whether you’re looking to check out The Strip, try your luck at the casinos, or see the Hoover Dam, Las Vegas is only one flight away. Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) offers direct flights to Las Vegas with two amazing airlines. Explore flights + buy tickets.*
Shop
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Kids
Gearing up for the school year? Shop Nike’s Back to School Sale for sneakers, athletic wear, and backpacks. Save an extra 25% with promo code SPORT25.*
Olympics
🏅Going for gold
Who’s representing Louisville in the Olympics?
The torch was lit at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Opening Ceremony in Orlando. | Photo by Paul W. Harvey IV via Special Olympics
Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening through Sunday, Aug. 11.
At this summer’s Olympic Games, approximately 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees will compete across 32 sports — including some new ones. Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up three Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Louisville that you should keep your eye on.
Let the Games begin.
Team USA
Yared Nuguse, Track
The Manual High School grad finished in second place in the men’s 1,500 meter in qualifying to clinch a spot in the 2024 Olympics. The 25-year-old also qualified for the Tokyo games in 2021, but didn’t compete because of an injury. In college at Notre Dame, Nuguse was a national champion in 2019 and set NCAA and ACC records throughout his career. His events take off starting Aug. 2.
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