LOUtoday is celebrating Small Business Week | You’ve still got time to check out some small business deals in Louisville + support the folks who make up the backbone of our local economy.
Saturday, May 10 International Happy Hour | 6-9 p.m. | Asia Institute - Crane House | Free | Connect with professionals from all over the world over light snacks and drinks — registration is required.
Family Movie Night: “Black Panther” | 7 p.m. | Alberta O. Jones Park | Free | The Parks Alliance of Louisville will show this 2018 Marvel Studios movie with food trucks onsite.
Southeast Regional Burlypicks Competition | 8:15-11 p.m. | Vernon Lanes | $15 | The best burlesque dancers in the region compete for a $100 prize + the chance to compete at the Burlypicks national competition.
Sunday, May 11
Blooms & Bubbles | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Moxy Louisville rooftop | $45 | Bring your mom to the rooftop terrace for an afternoon of flower making + cocktail sipping.
Mother’s Day at the Tower | 12-5 p.m. | Louisville Water Tower | $3+ | Learn the history behind the one thing all Louisvillians are proud of — our water.
Monday, May 12
WWE Monday Night RAW | 7:30 p.m. | KFC YUM! Center | $39+ | See your fave WWE Superstars, including World Heavy Weight Champion Jey Uso, compete for the title belt.
Tamara Gustavson is the richest person in Kentucky, according to a recent report by Forbes. The Lexington resident owns Spendthrift Farm — the iconic racehorse breeding operation that’s home to 10 Kentucky Derby winners — and has an estimated net worth of $8.1 billion.
The Word
Ailurophile. According to linguists, the word that means “cat lover” is one of the most beautiful in the English language. If you’re an Ailurophile yourself, check out adoptable cats at the Kentucky Humane Society.
Trending
What will be the drink of the summer? Experts predict canned vodka lemonade will be in everyone’s hand. Sounds refreshing — though we do like that Jeptha Creed distills a lemonade-flavored whiskey + puts it in a jar.
Try this
Looking for a spot to soak up the sun (or laze in the shade)? This tool allows users to find cafes in the sun or in the shade at different times of day — simply type in an address and look around. We think it’s the perfect supplement to our outdoor dining guide.
Drink
Michelob Ultra. That’s the most popular big beer brand in Kentucky, according to a Google Trends study conducted by Wine Enthusiast. If that’s not your preferred drink, you can always find more ways to fill your glass in Louisville by exploring happy hour deals at local bars.
City Guide
City Guide
A guide to Louisville’s extraordinary parks
The giant Adirondack chairs at Joe Creason Park offer relaxation with a view. | Photo by the LOUtoday
Whether you’re looking for a place to play with your kiddos or just want to decompress with off-screen time, Louisville features over 100 parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy.
Ready to plan your trip? Grab your shades and your water bottle — here are some of Louisville’s best:
Family Parks
Alberta O. Jones Park, 717 South 23rd St.
One of the newest city parks in Louisville features a playground that encourages natural play, walking paths + fitness stations, an outdoor classroom, and a pavilion with a photomosaic mural of civil rights activist Alberta Jones. It was also one of the first Louisville parks to feature public wi-fi.
Baxter Square, 301 S. 12th St.
Louisville’s first public park may not be as big as the three major Olmsted parks, but it was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted’s firm. In addition to basketball hoops and grills, the park features a sprayground and playground for the kiddos.
Central Park, 1140 S. 4th St.
Home to the annual Shakespeare in the Park performances, Central Park covers 16.67 acres in Old Louisville. Its grounds feature an amphitheater, arbor, memorial, pergola, picnic tables, playground, and more.
With summer right around the corner, we’re stocking up on lightweight linen essentials made by small businesses and sold on Etsy. Two of our favorites include this New Jersey-made shirtdress and this relaxed fit tee available in 40+ colors.
Hats off to all the graduates who will be participating in ceremonies at the University of Louisville + Bellarmine University this weekend. Send the LOUtoday to a recent grad to make sure they stay up to date on all things Louisville.
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