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When one pub closes, another one opens
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The Public House is no more, but a new watering hole will soon take its place. | Photo by Against the Grain
The building at 1527 Bardstown Rd. has been through several residents over the decades, but it’s always been a place you can rely on to get a good drink.

That tradition will continue even after the recent closure of the Against the Grain Public House, announced in August, because Pints & Union is moving in from its New Albany location. In honor of the bar + Indian food eatery setting up shop, here’s a look back at what else has occupied that building.

Cumberland Brews

Founded in 2000, Cumberland Brews was among the first breweries in Louisville’s burgeoning craft beer scene. It operated as a two-barrel brew pub until 2008, when it added a 15-barrel off-site brewery.

Cumberland remained in the location for almost two decades.

In 2018, Cumberland owner Mark Allgeier told the Courier Journal, “We’ve been around long enough that we are seeing the children of our regulars become new customers, second generation Cumberland beer drinkers.

When Cumberland closed in 2019, it passed the torch — and the building — along to Against the Grain to set up its Public House.

Against the Grain

Founded in 2011, Against the Grain was Louisville’s second-largest brewery when it took over the Bardstown Road building, producing 7,502 barrels of beer in 2018.

The Highlands Public House announced it would close in August, though its downtown location remains open.

Pints & Union

This New Albany eatery specializes in pub food, cocktails, and of course, beer. The menu features Indian-influenced dishes like korma and vindaloo alongside bratwurst, wings, and fries.

Pints & Union told Louisville Business First it would be moving into the Bardstown Road building by Thanksgiving weekend. It will be open at its current New Albany location until Friday, Nov. 15.
 
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Only a handful of beer styles originated in the US. Which was developed in Louisville?
A. American pale ale
B. Steam beer
C. Kentucky common
D. Amber ale
 
 
Events
 
Tuesday, Oct. 1
  • Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular Pre-Lit Bash | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6 p.m. | Iroquois Amphitheater | $75 | Kick off the Halloween season with food and drinks, plus see the Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular without waiting in line.
  • Haunted Objects Live | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Kentucky Center for the Arts | $35+ | Join two full-time paranormal investigators to see their presentation of cursed items, possessed dolls, and other creepy artifacts.
Wednesday, Oct. 2
  • Asking Alexandria | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom | $45+ | See the English rock band live on their All My Friends tour.
  • LouCity vs. Miami FC | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | Hot dogs are just $2 today until the opening whistle.*
Thursday, Oct. 3
  • Alien Worlds + Distant Stars | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, Clermont | $15+ | Join Solar System Ambassador Dan Price to spot and learn about “exoplanets” — planets that lie beyond our solar system.
Friday, Oct. 4
  • “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” | Friday, Oct. 4 | 6:30-11 p.m. | Copper & Kings Distillery | $10 | Get ready to do the time warp again at this live shadow cast of the iconic film — be sure to dress as your favorite character.
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News Notes
 
Edu
  • JCPS Superintendant Marty Pollio announced his retirement Friday. Pollio has been in his position since 2017 + oversaw the district’s responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing staffing shortages, and transportation issues.
Closed
  • More changes on Bardstown Road. The LouVino Highlands location is now closed. The restaurant and wine bar shared the news on social media last week, indicating a focus on the Douglass Hills/Middletown location. The post also said the owners are pursuing a new concept for the space.
Kids
  • The Southwest Regional Library is celebrating 10 years in operation next Saturday, Oct. 5. Stop by for kids crafts, snacks, and music from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. If you’d like to learn more about LFPL history, check out our series.
Community
  • After a rainy weekend, Algonquin Day was rescheduled to Saturday, Oct. 12. Head to Algonquin Park between 12 and 6 p.m. for live jazz, kids activities, free food, and health and wellness resources.
Drink
  • Four Roses Distillery is offering a limited commemorative Private Barrel Selection bottle in honor of its annual Salt River Cleanup on Thursday, Oct. 17. Starting that day, 186 bottles will be available at the Lawrenceburg distillery for $99.
Sports
  • We know you’re a Cards fan, but it pays to know thy enemy. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from experts on the whole ACC with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Picture the Thunder Over Louisville views right from your couch. | Photo by JL Jordan Photography
    Today we’re yearning for the view of the Ohio River from this downtown condominium currently on the market for $749,000. Its fifth-floor vantage point offer you a front row seat to Thunder Over Louisville, and its location puts you within walking distance of the KFC Yum! Center, Louisville Slugger Field, and Lynn Family Stadium. How’s that for downtown living?

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