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Summer is here
Waterfront Botanical Gardens’ Sprout Summer Camps take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Photo courtesy of Waterfront Botanical Gardens
Ok, maybe not quite. But registration season has begun and we’re here to help you get those kids in summer camp.
Waterfront Botanical Gardens | Cost: $285 for non-members
Let them get dirty. These weekday summer camps lets kids do everything from painting pots to learning about garden critters.
YMCA of Greater Louisville | Cost: Varies by age + camp
Don’t get overwhelmed, but the Y has a dizzying amount of options for children ages 3 to 16. This chart helps break it down.
Community Centers | Cost: Varies by camp + league
You’ve got plenty of options through Louisville Parks and Recreation. Check out your nearest community center for summer camps or athletic leagues.
Camp Frazier | Cost: $295 per week for non-members
The Frazier History Museum is the perfect summer camp for curious kids. Choose between topics like “History Through the Arts” or “Silver Screen Heroes.”
60 minutes. That’s how much extra daylight Louisville will gain by the end of February. As the days get longer, we suggest soaking up the afternoon sun on a local restaurant’s patio with a beverage in hand. (AccuWeather)
Pets
After outfitting a dozen grizzly bears with cameras, researchers are gaining insight into their lives in Alaska’s remote wilderness. Comparing the footage between the life of an Alaskan grizzly and our pets’ cushy experience at a local dog-friendly business, temperature-controlled and all, would be eye-opening for Fido. (AP News)
Sports
Football season has been over for a matter of minutes, and the NFL is already looking ahead to next year. In October, the league will host a game in Paris for the first time in its history. We hear it’s beautiful in the fall — find out for yourself with a flight from Louisville International Airport.
Trending
We’ve got to wait a little longer for one more small step. NASA’s Artemis II mission to the moon was going to launch as early as this week, but a leak during testing has postponed it until at least next month. In the meantime, a trip to the Kentucky Science Center will have to suffice. (The Guardian)
Kids
Move over, Labubu, there’s a new trending toy in town. A crying horse with an upside-down snout — the result of a factory mix-up — is the latest plushie obsession in China and beyond. If the craze continues, expect to spot a few at Louisville’s kid-friendly spots. (The New York Times)
Ranked
Louisvillians are not the best at pinching their pennies, according to a new WalletHub ranking. Louisville ranks No. 148 out of 182 in the list of cities with the best budgeters. It’s easy to buck that trend with one of these lunch deals.
Number
240,000+. That’s how many active job listings you can find on our Job Board. Explore openings in healthcare, education, manufacturing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.
Community
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Correction
Last week, we brought you news on the Olympic Games opening ceremony, and incorrectly linked to WHAS for live coverage. The Olympics will be streamed on NBC affiliate stations — that’s WAVE for Louisville — and on Peacock.
The Buy
Searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Surprise loved ones with these gifts that can arrive by the end of the week.
❣️ Remind them how you feel with a little sign to say I love you that’s the perfect size for desks and night stands.
🧦 You can never go wrong with soft, fuzzy socks that make every step feel like you’re walking on clouds.
📚 The perfect gift for any book lover, a three-month Audible membership is under $50 + provides access to thousands of audiobooks.
🍽️ Spark spontaneity with this set of scratch off date ideas that’s been featured in US Weekly, Cosmopolitan, and more.
✋ This top-rated hand massager can ease sore hands with five intensity levels + two heat settings.
If you’re hoping to make this Valentine’s Day golden, High Stakes has you covered. Make your reservation now for the rooftop restaurant’s K-pop Drag Brunch, featuring all-you-can-eat pastries and a classic breakfast spread, all while kings and queens perform fully-choreographed songs from your favorite K-Pop bands. Tickets are $38, or $15 for kids.
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