09.11.2024

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🌌 It’s written in the stars

The zodiac signs as Louisville neighborhoods

An aerial view of St. James Court shows the lush trees beginning to turn orange and red. Several buildings are illuminated by street lights. In the distance, the Louisville skyline glows softly.

The real stars of the show in Louisville are its neighborhoods. | Photo by Louisville Tourism

One of the most loveable things about Louisville is the distinct character found in each neighborhood, district, and corner of town. They all have their own personalities and purposes — some would say it was written in the stars. Let’s take a look at how our neighborhoods align with the zodiac signs.

Virgo: Shelby Park | Aug. 23-Sept. 22

This earth sign has very practical and grounded qualities, making the Shelby Park neighborhood a perfect fit. With historical features — like its Carnegie library that could soon be revived — the neighborhood is grounded in the past but not bounded by it. It’s a place for growth — Logan Street Market is a new business incubator — and there are tons of new businesses and restaurants popping up all the time.

A limestone, Beaux-Arts building surrounded by colorful, fall + autumn trees. — The Shelby Park Library was built in 1911, but hasn’t served as an LFPL branch since 1994.
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Photo courtesy @shelbyparklouisville

Libra: Russell | Sept. 23-Oct. 22

Russell’s active yet small-town vibe is just as balanced as a Libra. It’s a great place to stay active with several parks that are planned for the future — and it used to be home to Louisville’s only Major League Baseball team. And like Old Louisville, Russell has its fair share of Victorian charm too.

Scorpio: Beechmont | Oct. 23-Nov. 21

The aura of Beechmont’s picturesque Southern Parkway perfectly encapsulates this water sign. With iconic landmarks like Colonial Gardens and neighborhood spots like Annie’s Cafe that aren’t hard on your wallet, the Beechmont neighborhood provides the perfect welcome for its crown jewel — the 725+ acres of Iroquois Park.

Sagittarius: Clifton | Nov. 22-Dec. 21

As an adventure seeker, you’ll be able to make a speedy getaway from Clifton with close access to both I-64 + I-71. But before you go, you might want to grab a seat at the award-winning Silver Dollar if you’re a bit peckish, or take a walk like a chicken would if you’re — well, um— a bit peckish.

8 more signs this way

Events

Wednesday, Sept. 11

Brass and Brews | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 5 p.m. | Gravely Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Meet musicians from the Louisville Orchestra’s brass section over a frosty brew.

Thursday, Sept. 12

2024 Gaslight Festival Parade | Thursday, Sept. 12 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Jeffersontown Shopping Center | Free | See high school bands, local businesses, and other organizations parade through J-Town as part of the annual eight-day festival.
“Shakespeare: The Icons” | Thursday, Sept. 12-Sunday, Sept. 22 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Highview Arts Center | $13+ | Friends, readers, Louisvillians, lend me your ears... and eyes — see the debut of this multimedia production that re-imagines the iconic scenes you know and love.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Louisville Pride Festival | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Bardstown Road in the Highlands | Free | This year’s festival has a “Homecoming” theme and will feature performances from Louisville R&B star Marzz, DJ Warren Peace, and many more.
Steins on Main | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 2-7 p.m. | RePurposed | Free | This second annual Oktoberfest celebration is returning to Downtown Louisville, featuring German-inspired cuisine, games, contests, music, and an expanded lineup of local breweries.*

Sunday, Sept. 15

Mandalas: Wax and Watercolor | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 1-4 p.m. | Preston Arts Center | $85 | Create a mandalas with structure and guidance from instructors.

Events calendar here

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Seasonal

Which unhinged Lowe’s Halloween decoration are you?

A series of images highlighting outdoor Halloween decorations including life size skeletons

If you’re as obsessed with Halloween decor as these locals are, you’re going to love Lowe’s new collection. | Photos provided by COLAtoday + GVLtoday.

Every year the life-size animatronic Halloween decorations get bigger, spookier, and well — more chaotic. This year is no exception, so we want to know:

Which life-sized Halloween decoration best matches your personality?

The 8-ft skeleton: You have classic taste. You don’t believe in following the trends. You know what you like and you stick to it.
The Haunted Harbor Sea Captain: You’re a natural-born leader. You love to plan a night out and always know the best new spots in town (thanks to LOUtoday).
The Dancing Wednesday Addams: You’re sarcastic and have a dark sense of humor, but you’re a loyal friend and an accidental trendsetter.
The Haunted Mansion Musical Headless Knight: You’re kind + lovable but often forgetful. Your friends are used to helping you search for your phone.

Bone-us: Lowe’s has even more creepy characters to help you become your neighborhood’s chaos agent this Halloween season.^

^This content is created by our Client Success Team. Let’s work together.

Happy haunting

News Notes

Today Is

September 11, also recognized as National Day of Service and Remembrance and Patriot Day. Remembrance ceremonies will be held across Louisville today, including at the Cathedral of the Assumption and Louisville Fire headquarters. (Courier Journal)

Outdoors

Did you know: There’s a plan to renovate Bingham Park in Clifton into the most visually inclusive park in Louisville? It was announced last year, but construction has yet to begin. Attend a public meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. to learn more details and offer feedback.

Biz

Let’s spill the tea — Bigelow Tea is expanding its operation in J-Town. Earlier this week, the Connecticut-based company broke ground on a new $70 million, 265,000-sqft expansion of its Derby City plant. The main phase of construction is expected begin in early 2025.

Watch

You can taste the creations of chef Ed Lee at Nami + 610 Magnolia, but soon you’ll also be able to see them on Netflix. “Culinary Class Wars” pits 100 chefs in a battle of the renowned versus the unknown — and Lee is featured. Watch beginning Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Active

There are now pickleball courts at Riverview Park in PRP. The four new courts are the result of a $300,000 investment and are open to the public daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. There are lots of other places to play pickleball in Derby City, too.

Edu

Anne Kenworthy has been tapped to lead Spalding University as its 11th president. When she steps into the role beginning Jan. 1, 2025, she’ll replace interim president Joanne Mathison Berryman, who has held the office since Tori McClure retired in July after 25 years in the position. (WHAS11)

Plan Ahead

The Annual Southwest Community Festival returns to Sun Valley Park in Valley Station on Saturday, Oct. 12. Bring the kids to play on inflatables, rev your engine at a car show, shop vendors, sample food trucks, enjoy live entertainment, and more, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sports

It’s a 2-0 start to the season for No. 19 Louisville football, but the ACC looms this weekend as Georgia Tech comes to town on Saturday. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Try This

In our opinion, the best place to learn mixology skills is behind a bar with talented cocktail specialists. Angel’s Envy offers hands-on classes where attendees explore the art of the cocktail with one of their mixology experts. Interested? Sign up for the next one on Sept. 15 or Sept. 29.*

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Eat

🦞 Here’s the catch

This new food truck is on a roll in Louisville

People stand in line to purchase a meal from a food truck.

Louisville’s newest food truck, Cousins Maine Lobster, opened in September 2024. | Image via WHAS11

Louisville’s foodie scene has lots to offer — from award-winning Korean cuisine to southern staples the Hot Brown.

A new food truck has hit Derby City’s streets this month, rolling a taste of New England into town.

Cousins Maine Lobster is a “nationally known and locally owned” lobster roll restaurant + was featured on ABC’s “Shark Tank.” Turns out that sharks eat lobster? Who knew. The Derby City edition of the food truck joins ~75 other locations around the country.

Say shello to the menu:

Lobster rolls — including the Maine, the Connecticut, and the Derby Special
Lobster bisque + New England clam chowder
Quesadillas
Grilled cheese
Lobster tails

Want to catch the truck? See this week’s schedule.

The Buy

We’ve found the best game watching gear for your comfiest, rowdiest, most on-theme football season yet:

🏈 This chip and dip serving set is perfect for game night.
🏈 Impress guests with this novelty football ice cube mold for cocktails.
🏈 Create an instant couch cup holder with this no-spill drink holder.
🏈 Opt for a bamboo couch arm tray to hold snacks and drinks.
🏈 Shop this “Pardon the noise, we’re okay — it’s just football season” doormat.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jeff

From the editor

It seems like everybody is ready for fall around Louisville — and that includes the Halloween lovers.

The Kentucky Lottery headquarters downtown is certainly for All Hallow’s Eve — either that or it was recently featured on Nickelodeon. It’s been decked out in a green slime.

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