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🍿 Get your popcorn ready
The son of a member of Congress, John Y. Brown Jr. served as Governor of Kentucky in the early 1980s. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Directed by filmmaker Shane Dax Taylor, “John Y. Brown: The Most Interesting Man You’ve Never Heard Of,” chronicles the life of the late businessman, sports executive, and politician John Y. Brown, Jr.
The trailer features a who’s who of local and national figures that sat down for interviews, including: Lonnie Ali, late UofL basketball coach Denny Crum, former Louisville mayor Jerry Abramson, and members of the Kentucky Colonels basketball team like Dan Issel and Artis Gilmore.
A life full of material
If you’re unfamiliar with Brown’s story, here’s a slice of what the filmmakers had to work with:
A businessman, Brown owned and popularized several restaurant chains including KFC, Kenny Rogers Roasters, and Ollie’s Trolley.
In the 1970s, he owned the Kentucky Colonels ABA basketball team in Louisville, including during their 1975 championship season. Later in his career, he owned the Boston Celtics and Buffalo Braves — aka the Los Angeles Clippers — in the NBA.
In 1979, Brown was elected Governor of Kentucky, and he held the office through 1983.
Earlier this year, Brown and his first wife Ellie, were selected to be honored with a “Hometown Hero” banner for their work in the Louisville community.
Roll the credits
The filmmakers behind the documentary are looking for financial support in order to get the film rolling. Here’s how you can get involved:
Make a donation through the Louisville Film Society, a nonprofit organization that supports and promotes local films + filmmakers.
If you donate $1,000 or more, your name will be featured in the film’s credits.
The Lexington Herald-Leader reported that the filmmakers are shopping the documentary to streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple TV — so a release date is TBD.
Events
Events
Thursday, Oct. 17
Style Spotting: Central Park Architecture Walk | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Central Park | Free | Register in advance to take a guided, leisurely stroll through Old Louisville, where you’ll encounter difference historic architectural styles + details.
“Poe: A Dream Within A Dream” | Thursday, Oct. 17 + Sunday, Oct. 20 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Belle of Louisville | $18.99+ | See performances of the works of Edgar Allen Poe during this two-and-a-half hour riverboat cruise.
Friday, Oct. 18
Louisville Book Festival | Friday, Oct. 18-Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kentucky International Convention Center | Free | Calling all bookworms — engage with 150+ authors and book vendors, hear panel discussions, take part in workshops, and more.
Saturday, Oct. 19
The Golden Thread: 10 Years of Kentucky Rural-Urban Exchange | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 3 p.m. | Kentucky Center for the Arts | $40+ | Meet and hear from members of Kentucky’s rural and urban arts communities, including local leaders, dancers, poets, nonprofits, and more.
Racing Louisville vs. Portland Thorns | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Lynn Family Stadium | $19+ | It’s the final home game of the year for Racing, and stakes should be high for their playoff push.*
Sunday, Oct. 20
Trucker Hat and Charm Bar Pop-up | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mahonia | Cost of purchase | Create a custom trucker hat, necklace, or bracelet with Magpie Avenue Boutique and Wanderlust Welded Jewelry and Design at this pop up event.
The Louisville Metro Government has launched a new park ranger program, a partnership between the Metro Parks and Recreation Department and LMPD. The program is now hiring its first ranger at ~$76,000 per year. Check out the job description — applications will be open through Friday, Nov. 8.
Open
Locals Food Hub and Pizza Pub is now open on East Broadway in Smoketown, next door to the East Market Theater. Locals sources its ingredients from 160+ local farms and producers, offering market items like meat and produce, plus wood-fired pizzas, chicken wings, salads, and more. It’s open daily.
Development
A developer has plans to renovate the former Harvest restaurant space in NuLu. According to Louisville Business First, commercial real estate firm Zyyo has acquired the 125-year-old building on East Market Street with aim to make upgrades to the facade and other structural improvements. Take a look at the renderings.
Closed
After 35 years in business, Better Days Records has closed its West End store in the Parkland neighborhood. The store’s thousands of vinyl records + CDs, as well as its two employees, will now move to the store’s second location in the Highlands on Barret Avenue. (Louisville Business First)
Drink
How’s about a cold one, LOU? Louisville Beer Week starts pouring tomorrow, Oct. 18. Enjoy two special tasting events, or stop by a local brewer for some suds before the keg kicks on Sunday, Oct. 27.
Sports
L&N Stadium is sold out for Louisville football’s tilt with No. 6 Miami this weekend. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Drink
ICYMI, the new Angel’s Envy Triple Oak is here. Crafted by Master Distiller Owen Martin, this new Signature Series release begins with their Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and is finished in a blend of Hungarian, Chinkapin, and French oak barrels — your perfect pour awaits.*
Award
Heads up, Louisville: Voting will close tomorrow at midnight for Louisville Tourism’s annual Recognition of Service Excellence (ROSE) Awards. A winner will be selected in each category based on public votes before a comprehensive evaluation of the nominations is conducted by the selection committee. Cast a vote.*
Outdoors
Outdoors
Let’s take a hike, LOU
Peak fall foliage scenes like this one at Jefferson Memorial Forest are just days away.| Photo by LOUtoday
Those fall colors are right around the corner, LOU, and if you’re the outdoorsy type, that means it’s time to hit the trails.
We’ve got 14 local hikes that will ensure you can make the most of autumn’s beauty.
Wheelchair accessible: Portions — short paved section
Pet-friendly: Yes, leash required
Hike some or all of this park’s multiple loop trails, starting at the Brown-Forman Silo Center. Just be on the lookout for mountain bikers sharing the path.
This Tommy Hilfiger men’s faux leather jacket — it’s a warm layering option perfect for date nights + evening get togethers during the changing seasons.
