Each hands-on class provides the tools (and liquor) to create each cocktail. | Photo by LOUtoday
Louisville’s kids are back in school — but why should they have all the fun? Derby City is full of opportunities for life-long learners to pick up new skills, explore a new hobby, or improve on what they already know.
We’ve rounded up a list of classes to fill your schedule this semester. Think of us as your LOU guidance counselor.
🎨 Art
Preston Arts Center
If you’re interested in taking your art to the next level, consider a multi-session class in oils, watercolors, or acrylics. You can also drop by for single-session workshops like Bob Ross animal painting, clay gnomes, and stained glass.
📖 English
A Novel Romance
This romance bookstore hosts multiple book clubs each week where you can meet and discuss with like-minded readers — and maybe finally crack the secret of why the curtains were blue.
🥃 Home economics
Liquor Lab
Level up your home bartending skills with cocktail classes paired with small bites.
🏃♀️ P.E.
Louisville Parks and Rec
Your local community center probably offers yoga, zumba, weight training, or sports leagues. These classes are often free of charge, and some community centers have open-play hours so you can practice at your own pace.
Dinopalooza at the Louisville Zoo | Tuesday, Aug. 26-Monday, Sept. 1 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Louisville Zoo | $12+ | It’s the final week to view the lifelike animatronic dinosaurs hiding throughout the zoo.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
WFPK Waterfront Wednesday | 5-10 p.m. | Big Four Lawn | Free | Bring a blanket, chair, and your closest friends for this monthly outdoor concert series under the Big Four Bridge.
Columbus Clippers at Louisville Bats | 6:35 p.m. | Louisville Slugger Field | $12+ | Cheer on the Bats while enjoying $4 hot dogs, $2 popcorn, and $2 Pepsi for Thirsty Thursday.
Friday, Aug. 29
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour | 6-7:30 p.m. | Speed Art Museum | $8+ | Watch seven standout short films from this year’s festival ranging from nonfiction to animation.
Brown-Forman’s first Black chemist, Elmer Lucille Allen, was recognized this week with an honorary street name. The corner of Winnrose Way and Fairland Place now bears the name of the 94-year-old Spalding grad who had a pioneering role in the bourbon industry, civil rights movement, and Louisville’s arts community. (WHAS11)
Eat
Lawrence Weeks’ new restaurant Murray’s Creole Pub will feature casual pub dining on the first floor, with dinner service and a cocktail program on the upper level. Stay tuned for an opening date. (Louisville Business First)
Home
Currently building, hoping to, or just love home design + trends? (We’re guilty of the latter.) Tour 27 of the region’s newest luxury homes during Homearama 2025 — a three-weekend showcase of modern builds, design inspiration, and custom craftsmanship beginning Friday, Sept. 5. Grab tickets.*
Development
The One Park development is expected to move forward in the coming weeks, with state approval being the next step. The development would include retail, residential, hotel, and office space across two sections at the intersection of Lexington Road and Grinstead Drive. (Louisville Business First)
Ranked
The Post was just named the best slice of pizza in Kentucky by the Food Network. Do you think the Germantown staple deserves its title? Let us know. (WHAS11)
Arts
Louisville Orchestra director Teddy Abrams has accepted a 3-year contract extension to keep his current position. Check out what our nationally-acclaimed orchestra has in store for the season under the Grammy-winning director. (WHAS11)
Sports
Louisville football’s 2025 season prediction takes center stage in this Locked On Louisville episode. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Biz
Need to fill your open role fast? Post your job listing on our hyper-local Job Board + get connected with top local talent. Did we mention it’s free?
Shop
How smart homeowners preserve their property (and their weekends): using Homebuddy for a one-time install of top-rated gutter guards that require zero maintenance. Compare local offers now.*
The Buy
The perfect stadium accessory: this clear crossbody bag for all your gameday essentials. We love this option’s adjustable strap, smooth zipper, and chic hardware.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Have you seen a lot of sweat bees recently? Those are probably hover flies, small insects that might land on you this time of year looking to replenish their electrolytes with some salty sweat. These bugs are “incredible pollinators” according to entomologist Kristie Reddick, and their larva eat common pests.
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