Oddbird has a shaded patio and coffee service inside. | Photo by LOUtoday
Louisville is always seeing new businesses pop up — so many it can be hard to keep up.
If you’re looking for a new place to quench your thirst — in the morning with a cup of Joe or in the evening with a glass of wine — these new spots have just the thing.
Celebrating its grand opening tomorrow, this new bakery + cafe, located in the former Steel City Pops space, comes from the same minds behind Quills Coffee. Pair your morning brew with a fresh pastry — like a danish or croissant — and bring home a loaf of bread for lunch.
A modern-day soda counter on Frankfort Avenue, Fizz District serves soft drinks + seltzers made from fresh fruit, along with zero-proof mocktails. They’re available with add-ins like collagen peptides for your skin, electrolyte hydration boosts, vitamins, and pre-workout formulas.
Wednesday, Nov. 20 Wednesday Wonders at The Parklands of Floyds Fork | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Ben Stout House | $0+ | An interactive program for elementary-aged learners — this week’s theme is Turkeys.
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings | 7:30 p.m. | The Brown Theatre | $70+ | See the singer-songwriter duo perform covers of folk stars like Bob Dylan and John Prine, plus originals from their upcoming album.
Thursday, Nov. 21 Lights on Main Preview Party | 6-9 p.m. | The Frazier History Museum | $25 | Be among the first to experience 100 uniquely-themed holiday trees decorated by local businesses and organizations.
Friday, Nov. 22 Beerbarellas Silent Disco | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Ten20 Craft Brewery | $10 | Relive the magic of Louisville’s former dance club Barbarella during this themed night with DJs Slim Thicc, Eras, and Whit playing club hits and pop songs.
Saturday, Nov. 23 Luke Grimes | 8 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom | $45+ | See the “Yellowstone” star on tour with his self-titled debut album.
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News Notes
News Notes
Open
Calling all sports fans. Hauck’s Sports Lounge is now open in Germantown. Accessible from the patio connecting Hauck’s Corner, PizzaAF, and BreakfastAF, the sports bar is open seven days a week with 15 screens showing college and professional sports.
Biz
Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to highlighting + supporting locally-owned small businesses, is on Nov. 30. Let us know your favorite small businesses in Derby City for a chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.
Traffic
The far-right lane of Frankfort Avenue in front of the Crescent Hill Water Treatment Plant will be closed starting tomorrow, Nov. 20 for the next three months for an improvement project. Expect police to be on-scene directing traffic, especially during school pick up times from Field Elementary.
Louisvillian
The owner of The Pocket Bakery in Jeffersontown won this year’s “Christmas Cookie Challenge” on the Food Network. Courtney Yopp Norris took home $10,000 in prize money after creating a farm animal scene, a 3D tractor, and bourbon balls with Kentucky bourbon. (Courier Journal)
Pets
Bring your furry friend to E.P. Tom Sawyer Park on Saturday, Dec. 7 for a sweet holiday treat at the Holiday Hounds event. Paint your own ornament to hang on your tree with your pup’s help — RSVP ahead of time for the 11 a.m. or 12 p.m. slot. The event is free, but spots are limited.
Try This
In case you missed it, we’re running our historical marker contest this month, and submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Make a submission for a chance to be featured on our national map of readers’ landmarks.
Sports
With a 6-4 record after this weekend’s loss to Stanford, the Cardinals’ hopes for a standout season are dwindling. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Wellness
Looking to reach your health and wellness goals this holiday season? Join the Y between now and Monday, Dec. 2 and pay no join fee — plus, score a free gym bag. Memberships include unlimited group fitness classes, year-round pool access, and family programs. Cash in on this deal.*
Eat
This Butternut Squash Casserole recipe (ft. bacon + kale) is trending — and we can see why.*
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Category
Events
The “Queens of Christmas” are coming to LOU
Jinkx and DeLa are the writers, performers, and directors for the entire show. | Photo by Jacob Ritts
A talking peppermint candy puppet, evil AI overlords, and multiversal time travel— sounds like the plot to a new holiday classic.
Drag queens Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are bringing the sixth iteration of their holiday tour “The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show” to Louisville’s Brown Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 7. The comedy duo has written a new holiday show each year for a national tour, so expect fresh songs, jokes, and more.
Jinkx Monsoon is a two-time winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and BenDeLaCreme has appeared on two seasons of the MTV show.
Tickets for the 18+ performance are on sale now, starting at $69, with VIP add-ons like a post-show Q+A and photo ops available seperately.
The Buy
The Buy
This 3-in-1 portable charger. Ditch your knot of clunky charging cords for Anker’s ultra-compact charger that includes a built-in USB-C cord, power bank, and foldable charger.
We’re headed into the season of brown leaves and brown grass, but landscapers never rest. The landscaping plan for Elliott Park in Russell was recently completed — part of the ongoing upkeep after its $3 million renovation.
