Louisville Grows focuses on neighborhoods with the biggest decline in urban trees. | Photo by @louisvillegrows
American Red Cross volunteers are out providing flood relief across Kentucky. We’ll keep you posted with more ways to help out in LOU as flood waters recede, but there’s always a place to lend a hand all year round.
If you’re an animal lover
Louisville Animal Care Society | Turn your passion for animals into service by fostering or cuddling with shelter animals, exercising them, or assisting with administrative tasks + community engagement.
If you love the parks
Waterfront Park | Volunteers gathered at the park this weekend to help clean up after this month’s flooding — but you can volunteer at the riverfront year-round planting, weeding, and keeping the park free of litter.
For the outdoorsy types
Louisville Grows | Become a citizen forester when you volunteer individually or with a group.
TreesLouisville | This environmental nonprofit helps increase Louisville’s urban tree canopy.
Editor’s Note: Some events may be canceled or postponed due to weather.
Monday, April 14
Colm Tóibín | 6 p.m. | Kentucky Center for the Arts | $41+ | Explore the heartbreaking sequel to “Brooklyn” through an interview and audience Q+A.
Joey McIntyre | 8 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom | $48+ | He may not be a New Kid tonight, but the legendary boy bander has the “Right Stuff” to get you moving.
Tuesday, April 15
Metro Council Meet & Greet | 5-7 p.m. | TEN20 Craft Brewery | Free | Meet with housing advocates and hear a program on housing initiatives in LOU.
The History of Valhalla | 6-7 p.m. | Filson Historical Society | $18 | Swing back in time to learn about the legacy of the Valhalla Golf Club, founded in 1986, and how the former family farm became one of golf’s top venues.
Alison Krauss & Union Station | Thursday, April 17-Friday, April 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Louisville Palace | $152+ | See one of the most influential bluegrass and roots acts.
Friday, April 25
2025 Women in Business Luncheon | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Paroquet Springs Conference Centre , Shepherdsville | $40+ | You’re invited to a fun-filled, Derby-themed luncheon — don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the women in our community.*
Just a quick trip away, the Cincinnati Open is the perfect getaway to round out your summer plans. | Photos provided by Cincinnati Open
Get ready for the event of the summer. The Cincinnati Open is back and bigger than ever, with two full weeks of world-class tennis and non-stop excitement. Here’s why you won’t want to miss it:
Top players: Watch tennis legends like Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka battle it out on the court.
More than tennis: It’s a global tennis tournament, music festival, culinary paradise, and social scene all in one.
Day + night energy: Experience high-intensity matches all day long, with cocktails, DJs, and electrifying action continuing into the night under the lights.
Exciting expansion: In 2025, the tournament doubles in size with more players and twice the action.
Venue transformation: The $260 million upgrade brings new stadiums, sunken courts, and an enhanced fan experience.
Whether for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, the Cincinnati Open is your perfect summer destination.
Oddbird Bakery closed its doors on Sunday, April 13. Less than six months after its opening, the bakery announced it would be ending its “short but sweet time here.” The upshot is that Quills Coffee is still kicking.
Derby
The Kentucky Derby Museum revamped its “The Greatest Race” 360-degree exhibit. The museum debuted $2 million worth of upgrades over the weekend. Investments in the production value include immersive lighting, plus new footage and interviews. (WHAS11)
Outdoors
Spring turkey hunting season began last weekend, but your favorite spots may be flooded. Before you put on that orange cap, check out this list of where high waters have affected wildlife management areas. (WHAS11)
Sports
What would you do with a million dollars? That’s a question Cards coach Pat Kelsey will need to answer. His new contract is valued at $3.63 million annually through 2030 — a $1 million bump from his last contract. (Louisville Business First)
Asked
We love to shop local — but where do y’all get your boring stuff? We’re talking school supplies, bedding, and hardware. To get you started, we’ll mention Oscar’s Hardware is one of our faves for tools. Let us know where you go.
Listen
Okay, but what do Pat Kelsey’s new performance bonuses look like? Get a deeper analysis of his contract from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Mansion Monday
Hello, historic charm. This mansion in Old Louisville has it all: sweeping staircases, a heated pool, and the original marble fireplaces. Plus, the bourbon display room is perfect for parties, not to mention the kegerator (look it up).
Beauty
Spring is here, which means it’s the perfect time for a fresh start. Pelo West knows exactly how to help you hit the refresh button. Whether you’re dreaming of a bold new color or in need of a massage, their talented stylists + therapists can help. Book a treatment.*
Seasonal
It’s social event season — outsmart the noise of rumbling crowds and hear conversations more clearly. Most hearing aids have one processor, but these bad boys have two. They process speech and noise separately, so speech gets clearer and crisper. That’s why 540,000+ customers swear by them.*
Biz
Our Parents’ Gift Guide is almost complete, but we have a few spots left to feature your business’s product or service. Secure your spot just in time for Mother’s Day + Father’s Day.
The Buy
LED under cabinet lights, so you can finally have light in dark closets, above kitchen counters, or beneath shelves. The wireless lights turn on with a motion sensor and can be adjusted between five different brightness levels.
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