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Your April plans
Here’s a question: what location has the best view of the Louisville skyline? | Photo via Louisville Tourism
April starts tomorrow, and that means spring weather and the start to Derby season.
It also means tomorrow is April Fool’s Day, so be on the lookout for any suspicious announcements. Here’s how we know you’re no fool: you’re reading LOUtoday every single morning for all the best news and events all over town.
Riverside’s Annual Plant & Herb Sale | Saturday, April 11 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremon Landing | Free | Shop annuals, perennials, herbs, and native plants to stock your garden this season — there will also be an early-bird sale Friday, April 10.
Mint Julep Making Class | Wednesday, April 15 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Waterfront Botanical Gardens | $45 | Learn the history and craft of the Derby’s signature cocktail.
Ethel Cain: “Willoughby Tucker Forever” Tour | Wednesday, April 29 | 8 p.m. | Iroquois Amphitheater | $93 | This Florida-based artist will donate $1 from every ticket sold on this tour of her second studio album to The Ally Coalition, supporting the trans community.
Derby fashion takes center stage at the Museum Ball
Presented by Kentucky Derby Museum
Grab tickets for the All-Inclusive Ball Experience or the Backstretch Afterparty. | Photos via Kentucky Derby Museum
Derby fashion has been part of race day tradition for more than a century — and this spring, the Kentucky Derby Museum Ball celebrates that legacy.
Traditionally held the evening before Opening Night at Churchill Downs, this year’s event highlights the history and significance behind the hats, silhouettes, and statement looks that define Derby season.
The theme connects to the museum’s Derby Fashion exhibit, which showcases more than 150 pieces tracing back to the beginning days at the track in the 1870s.
Curious about the festivities? Here’s how to get involved.
Go all in
All-Inclusive Ball tickets include cocktails beginning at 6 p.m. in the Paddock Club, a plated dinner and dessert, cocktail stations, live entertainment, and complimentary valet.
Arrive when the party peaks
The Backstretch Afterparty begins at 9 p.m. with cocktails, live music and dancing, late-night bites, and guests dressed in their best Derby style.
Grab ticketswhile you can to join this celebration of tradition and history.
The metro government is taking feedback on the city’s Metro Business Portal, 311 Reporting System, and 311 mobile app. Share your ideas on the future of Louisville’s public service reporting + request systems.
Development
LOUMED broke ground on the Chestnut Street Transformation project this week. The project will include sidewalk expansions + added tree cover. Work will continue by block throughout this year and next.
Real Estate
The building originally planned for an art gallery next door to The Last Refuge is up for sale. The 0.17-acre property is listed for $1.95 million. (Louisville Business First)
Music
LouGrass is back this year, starting this Thursday, April 2 at Charr’d Bourbon Kitchen and Lounge. The concert series will feature free + ticketed shows all over Louisville through October.
Kids
JCPS Spring Break starts next week. If your kids need something to do, check out the Louisville Parks and Recreation spring camps at your local community center or peep our list of local kid-friendly activities.
Holiday
The 32nd annual Frankfort Avenue Easter Parade will be this Saturday, April 4 starting at 11:30 a.m. This year, candy will be thrown directly from floats + parade-goers will be asked to remain on the sidewalk as part of a slew of new safety measures. (Courier Journal)
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If you’ve read our history coverage in the past, you’ve probably seen images borrowed from the University of Louisville’s Archives. It’s a robust archive that you can peruse for free.
The university just announced the completion of a long-running project: the digitization of the Urban Renewal Commission collection, a series of over 3,000 photos of the Russell + Phoenix Hill neighborhoods, along with the Central Business District. Take a look for yourself.
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