According to new data from Google Trends, search interest in “cozy romance” and “cozy books” are at an all-time high, and searches for “fall romance books” have increased by more than 400%. If you’re looking to get in on the action check out A Novel Romance. This Jeffersontown shop has a wide selection divided up into about every sub-genre you could think of, and hosts themed book clubs at least three days a week.
This baby flamingo will soon be joining the flock.
Photo via Louisville Zoo
Feel Good
The Louisville Zoo has welcomed a whole flock of feathered infants this fall. A red-billed leiothrix, three coconut lorikeets, two red-capped cardinals, and a flamingo have all hatched recently — keep an eye on the zoo’s new arrivals page to see when they’ll be on exhibit.
Mansion Monday
For sale by original owner, this Indian Hills beaut has undergone a luxury remodel just for you. The outdoor pool has been fully redone, and it’s just 10 minutes from downtown. Take a step inside the 5,000-sqft home that’s now on the market.
Today Is
National Noodle Day, a chance to celebrate the strips of unleavened dough found in dishes the whole world around. It’s also the perfect excuse for a bowl of ramen at Ramen House’s new location, or some fresh pasta from Lotsa Pasta.
Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a nationwide campaign focused on education, early detection, and support. You can step up by registering to walk or run in the 2025 Susan G. Komen walk on Saturday, Oct. 25 at Slugger Field.
Seasonal
Stocking up for trick-or-treaters? In Kentucky, you can’t go wrong with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups — it’s the most popular candy in the state, according to a new Instacart study. And let’s be honest: We’ll be sneaking sweets all month long — a little sugar rush pairs perfectly with October’s nonstop festivities.
Number
96,350. That’s how many votes 32 Chunk received to win the title of Fat Bear Week 2025 champion. The huge bear won the crown for his salmon-eating dominance in Katmai National Park despite breaking his jaw earlier in the year. Hopefully he doesn’t show up along a local trail.
Sports
Can Jeff Brohm’s squad overcome their struggling run game and penalty issues? Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Fall is in full swing now, and even more Louisville coffee shops are rolling out their autumnal menus. Last month, we brought you a list of pumpkin spice lattes, cranberry fizzlers, and more, but here’s one for the lactose-intolerant and the vegan among us.
Shahar’s plant-based fall drinks are out, and they include treats like the Not So Basic Witch and the Apple Bottom Latte. Pair with one of the breakfast sandwiches on the menu for a perfect autumn morning.
Presenting the Not So Basic Witch, the Maple Moody Latte, and the Apple Bottom Latte, from left to right.
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