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It’s a work of art

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The Carnegie lobby features barrel-vaulted ceilings, marble columns, neo-Renaissance murals, and staircases with bronze and iron railings. | Photo by LOUtoday
When it comes to libraries, it turns out that LFPL is a real page turner.

Sport + entertainment publication Yardbarker released a ranked list featuring “20 of the most stunning libraries in the United States,” and the Louisville Free Public Library’s Main Branch made the cut.

Yardbarker ranked the York Street branch No. 8 on its list, below the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library, but ahead of the Los Angeles Central Library and the Indianapolis Central Library, among others — eat your heart out, INDYtoday.

The publication called the Main Library, “gorgeous and palatial,” and noted that the interior features, “beautiful staircases with ornate railings and striking white marble columns and floors.”

The Main Branch first opened in 1908, and it expanded in the 1960s. Check out the full history of the branch and the future of an $11 million renovation project.
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Events

Tuesday, Nov. 19
The Moth StorySLAM | 7 p.m. | Headliners Music Hall | $15 | Hear stories from Louisvillians around the theme, “Yes, Chef!” and prepare one of your own if you’re brave enough.

Wednesday, Nov. 20
After Hours Networking | 4-6 p.m. | Springhill Winery Plantation Bed & Breakfast, Bloomfield | Free | Enjoy an evening of relaxed networking and appetizers with members and friends at Springhill Winery Plantation Bed & Breakfast.*

Justin Timberlake Pre-Party + After-Party | 5-11:30 p.m. | Number 15 | Cost of purchase | Party with other fans of the former NSYNC frontman — whether you’ve got tickets to the KFC Yum! Center concert or not.

Local Author Visit: Deanna O’Daniel | 6-7 p.m. | Saint Matthews Library | Free | Learn the history behind women of the “Silent Generation” with the local author that has penned three books.

The Next BIG Thing Pitch Competition 2024 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Indiana University Southeast, New Albany, IN | Free | Hear from entrepreneurs making their case for $20,000 in seed capital funds up for grabs.

Sunday, Nov. 24
An Evening with Chevy Chase | 7 p.m. | Kentucky Center for the Arts | $46+ | Hear from the former SNL cast member following a special screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” in celebration of the movie’s 35th anniversary.
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Travel

🐾 3 tips for navigating SDF with a furry friend

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SDF has two Pet Relief Areas located throughout its terminal. | Photo courtesy of Louisville Regional Airport Authority
Bringing a furry friend along to the holiday festivities this year?

Make their journey as comfortable as yours with these SDF’s pet-friendly travel tips:
  • Know where SDF’s designated pet relief areas are located
  • Keep your pet in a carrier at all times — except when going through security (only the carrier will go through the x-ray machine, your pet will not)
  • Have their boarding pass handy
Safe travels, Louisville.
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News Notes


Drink

Miracle on Main, the holiday pop-up bar inside Galaxie in NuLu, will open tomorrow, Nov. 19, at 4 p.m. Stop in for festive, holiday-themed cocktails and magical decor.

Transit

The US Department of Transportation has awarded the Louisville and Indiana Railroad Company a $6.5 million grant for improvements to the Clagg Lift Span of the Ohio River — aka the 14th Street Bridge. The company will match the grant, meaning ~$13 million will go to the project. (AJOT)

Arts

The Louisville Artisans Guild is accepting applications for a $2,000 scholarship. It’s open to graduating high school seniors from Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, and Bullitt Counties in Kentucky + Floyd, Clark, and Harrison Counties in Indiana who are planning to major in a non-performing visual art field. Apply by Feb. 15.

Pets

The 2024 Frankfort Avenue Holiday Dog Walk is coming up on Saturday, Dec. 7. Dress Fido in a festive ‘fit for prizes and some holiday cheer. The walk will go from Urban Village Veterinary Care to the Crescent Hill Animal Hospital.

Sports

It was a last-second loss for Louisville football, as Stanford pulled off the upset with field goal as time expired on Saturday, 38-35. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more — including reaction to the loss — from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Home

Whether you’re a contractor, designer, or do-it-yourselfer, Mees Tile & Marble can help with your latest home project — no matter your budget or style. Swing by one of their showrooms for a complimentary consultation or follow them on Instagram for design inspo from the fourth-generation natural stone + tile supplier.*

It’s hereOprah’s Favorite Things list for 2024. We’re seeing: fluffy ear muffs, cozy slippers, french fry seasoning, and fancy chocolate bark.*

Seasonal

That’s fall, folks

Fall leaves filling the trees at Louisville's Cherokee Park, with the downtown skyline in the background.
The fall leaves may be pretty, but they sure can make a mess. | Photo by Louisville Tourism
So your jack-o'-lantern is looking droopy and the beautiful autumn foliage is starting to pile up.

Have no residual Halloween fear, Louisville Metro Public Works is here.

Check out these pro tips on what to do with your yard waste this time of year.

🍂 Curbside yard waste collection

Items like leaves and twigs will be be picked up by Public Works on your scheduled yard waste day. Make sure items are tied into bundles or placed into 20-40 gallon containers with handles or paper yard waste bags.

🍂 Leaf tips

Public Works recommends mowing over leaves to mulch them back into your yard as a way to reduce waste + return nutrients to the soil.

But if you need them gone like the wind, drop them off for free at four locations, Tuesday-Saturday through to Dec. 7. Be sure to bring them in a container you can take home as they only accept loose leaves.
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The Buy

The Helios Heated Scarf — it’s the ultimate winter accessory that offers three different heat levels. Bonus: It’s 58% off for a limited time.
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The Wrap

It’s great to see Louisville’s libraries receiving some national recognition. There’s a lot more than just booksand beauty — at LFPL.

Answered

What would you like to see in a development at Mid-City Mall?

Following last week’s news that Mid-City Mall is for sale, we asked — and you answered.

Turns out, you like what’s already there — 68% said they would like to see renovations to the businesses that are currently there.
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