The Roots 101 African American Museum offers a discount on admissions for those over 65. | Photo by Louisville Tourism.
Goodbye, 9-5. If you (or someone you know) recently retired, you might be looking for activities catering to older adults. Clock into our retirement guide, and find opportunities in Louisville that work for you.
We asked our readers for their favorite retirement pastimes, and LOU has plenty to offer. As reader Kay M. put it, “So many things to do, not enough time. How did I ever work?”
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Louisvillians.
The YMCA of Greater Louisville’s Forever Young/Active Older Adults group helps people over 50 stay active with dedicated classes + outings.
Reader tip: Mary Anne H. said, “I love swimming and we have several good indoor pools here.”
Volunteer
Give back to the community by volunteering at a local organization. Whether you’re interested in supporting a community center or want to volunteer outdoors, check out our full list.
Volunteer Orientation | 9-11 a.m. | Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, Clermont | Free | Take the first step in becoming a volunteer at the 16,000-acre arboretum and forest.
Retirement Planning University | 6-8:30 p.m. | Sullivan University, Louisville | $39 | Prepare for the “big picture” of your retirement at this two-night course.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Louisville Pizza Week Kick Off Party 2024 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Noble Funk Brewing Company | Cost of purchase | Get in early on this foodie week featuring $10 pizzas across Louisville.
Tim Capello | 8 p.m. | The Whirling Tiger | $20+ | This musician is best known for his musical performance in the 1987 film “The Lost Boys” + saxophone work supporting Tina Turner.
Presented by Louisville Regional Airport Authority
SDF wants travelers to feel less overwhelmed as they navigate everything from parking to getting through security and finding their gate. | Photo provided by Louisville Regional Airport Authority
Don’t let holiday travel turn you into a Grinch this season.
With the holiday travel season about to take off, we’re sharing tips + tricks to help you navigate your next trip out of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF):
SDF recommends arriving an hour and a half prior to your domestic flight and two hours for international destinations.
Download the MyTSA app to check their estimated wait time for TSA. (Hint: This can be utilized for all airports.)
Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you need help finding your polling location or want a preview of your ballot, check out our guide to the 2024 election.
Transit
TARC is offering free rides all day today so you can get to your polling location. All routes are operating as normal, riders may simply bypass the fare box.
Number
$19,000. That’s how much money Republic Bank + Bellarmine University awarded to the winners of the 2024 Women of Color Entrepreneurs + Leadership Program pitch competition. The leadership program is a six-week course offering mentorship and business networking for women of color. (Louisville Business First)
History
Architect and historian Steve Wiser will host a talk titled “Major Fires of Louisville” this Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. at The Vintage Fire Museum in Jeffersontown. The free talk will cover famous fires in Louisville history + feature firefighters sharing their experiences.
Civic
Applications are open for the Louisville Metro’s Office for Women Ambassadors. Ambassadors meet monthly to learn about the issues facing Louisville women and what resources are available. Applicants from South Louisville, Southwest Louisville and Eastern Jefferson County are needed to make for a balanced cohort. Apply by next Friday, Nov. 15.
Development
Developers broke ground on the Kroger Marketplace in Highview yesterday. The new grocery store is part of a 90-acre development that also includes apartments, townhouses, and single family lots, plus restaurant and retail space. (Louisville Business First)
Watch
The Sauerbeck Family Drive-In is hosting weekly double features for its Retro Wednesdays this month — all of them holiday-themed. Head out this week for “Krampus” followed by “Violent Night.” The films start at 6:30 and 8:15 p.m. each night. Admission is $10 per car.
Sports
A breakout star — freshman running back Isaac Brown led the Cards to victory over No. 11 Clemson last weekend with 151 yards, including a 45-yard score. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Drink
Did you know?500 Main is Angel’s Envy online platform for invitations to exclusive events, behind-the-scenes content, Q+As with experts, and more. Even better? It’s free to join.*
Wellness
Better sleep in as little as two weeks + workout breakthroughs in eight to twelve weeks — get the benefits Magnesium Breakthrough, with seven powerful forms of magnesium.*
Category
Feel Good
It’s a nice day to be kind
We challenge you to perform a random act of kindness before the sun sets. | Photo by @sharron.shariat
There’s always time for a little kindness, LOU.
If you’re feeling the need to bring some positivity to your community today, here are some random acts of kindness you can do to show off your Louisville kindness and make the day a little brighter.
Bring treats to work
On the way to work, grab your coworkers some coffee or pastries. Pro tip: Donuts from Clifton Donut Shop and brews from Heine Brothers are a perfect pairing.
Show local businesses some love
It’s no secret that we love our local businesses. Consider visiting a new business to help them get off the ground, or stopping by your favorite coffee shop and leaving a nice tip.
Help our furry friends
Consider fostering or adopting a furry friend in need of a home, or volunteer at a local shelter like Kentucky Humane Society or Louisville Metro Animal Services. You can also donate monetarily or drop off blankets, toys, food, and other supplies.
When it comes to the holidays, it pays to plan ahead. Tickets are on sale now for the Cirque Dreams “Holidaze” show, coming to the Louisville Palace on Sunday, Dec. 1.
I have personal experience with this show — it came to my college while I worked as an usher, so I’ve seen it at least six times. And it never got old.
