The Gaslight Festival, a Jeffersontown Mainstay, Returns
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Deana E. Karem, the President of the Jeffersontown Chamber. Deana gave me the inside scoop of all things Gaslight Festival. This is an event that is not to be missed!
Read full storyCalvary Episcopal Church to Host a Drag Show in Honor of Pride Month
The Drag Show Will Benefit the Church’s Ministry of Feeding Neighbors in Need. Calvary Episcopal Church, which was founded in 1860, has a long history of reaching out in love to their neighbors. In that spirit, the Downtown Louisville congregation invites and welcomes all inside their doors to celebrate the end of Pride Month with their inaugural Drag Me to Church: A Gospel Drag Show.
Read full storyLouisville Delivers Augments Local Convenience and Hospitality
Have y'all heard of Louisville Delivers? They are redefining convenience and hospitality in Derby City and I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Shawn Stewart to talk about the company.
Read full storyMeet Bobby Paisley, the New Executive Director of BIAK
Can you tell us about your personal experience with brain injury and how that inspired you to become the Executive Director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky?. My name is Bobby Paisley and I’m the new Executive Director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky. A personal experience drew me to apply for the position at the BIAK. I have a good friend, Justin, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer almost two years ago, and he recently passed away. During his battle with cancer, he had 3 major brain surgeries and full brain radiation. We walked through this journey together and I saw firsthand the struggles that result from injury to the brain. He experienced balance issues, impaired vision, loss of cognitive ability, among other things. He benefited from services at BIAK that allowed him to navigate his difficult journey. I fell in love with the mission and the rest is history. I couldn’t be happier to serve those affected by brain injury and their families.
Read full story78 Legends: University of Kentucky Men's Basketball Bourbon Release
If I were to ask you to list the iconic fixtures of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, you would undoubtedly mention both bourbon and basketball. What would happen, say, if these two icons collaborated? That hypothetical was explored and executed by University of Kentucky Men's Basketball royalty. The result? The 78 Legends release of an iconic, limited-edition bourbon.
Read full storyLouisville Pop-Up Dinner Celebrates the Philippines
Looking for a delicious meal this week? This Louisville Pop-Up Dinner Celebrates the Philippines and you are invited!. Louisville Pop-Up Dinner Celebrates the Philippines. You may know her from her decadent desserts featured on the Food Network, but chef Nokee Bucayu also loves cooking dishes highlighting her Filipino heritage. She joins forces with another local Filipino American chef, Aileen Brua, for a special dinner on Thursday, Feb. 9 at Wiltshire’s Main Street location.
Read full storyThis Institution Has Flipped Burgers and Fried Potatoes Since 1929!
Hey, y'all! When traveling, finding a restaurant that is clearly a local favorite is always exciting. Today I have exactly that to share with you -- Ferrell's Snappy Service, an iconic eatery in Madisonville, KY.
Read full storyThe Louisville Civic Orchestra Presents Heroic & Unfinished: A Tribute to Healthcare Heroes
Concerts performed Sat., Feb. 4, 2023 & Wed., Feb 8, 2023. The Louisville CivicOrchestra(LCO), the city’s oldest continuously-performing orchestra, invites all to its “Heroic & Unfinished: A Tribute to Healthcare Workers” concerts on Sat., Feb. 4 at Springdale Presbyterian Church, 7812 Brownsboro Rd., and Wed., Feb. 8, in the Wyatt Center for the Arts at Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Rd.
Read full storyEverything You Need To Know About The 2023 Discover Boating Louisville Boat, RV, & Sportshow®
Hey, y'all! It's January -- which means one thing: it's time for the 2023 Louisville Boat, RV, and Sportshow®, Louisville's favorite winter escape! This is an event that I look forward to each year and it's coming to town this weekend!
Read full storyFive Questions with Tailspin Ale Fest Co-Founder Trevor Cravens
Hey, y'all -- I recently had the pleasure to sit down with Tailspin Ale Fest Co-Founder Trevor Cravens for my "Five Questions" series. 1. Trevor, for those unfamiliar, tell me about Tailspin Ale Fest.
Read full storyLou Lou is Opening in NuLu
Jared Fox Matthews, a popular St. Matthews restauranteur, is growing his restaurant portfolio to include the ever-popular NuLu neighborhood of Louisville, KY. The owner of Lou Lou Food & Drink is taking over the space left vacant by Decca. Matthews says his goal is to open by mid-Dec or early-January ’23.
Read full story“Come Inside the Fences and Experience Bowman”: BowmanFest 2022
Hey, y’all! Are you gearing up for BowmanFest 2022? The event is held on October 1st and 2nd and is extra special this year, as it is celebrating Bowman Field’s 100th anniversary! I recently had the chance to sit down with Pat MacDonald, who serves as the event organizer of BowmanFest – a Louisville event that you will not want to miss!
Read full storyThe Top Seven Things To Do In Murray, Kentucky
Hey, y’all! There’s nothing better than exploring the communities that make the Commonwealth of Kentucky special. While there are many that I love, Murray is an all-time favorite. Murray, a small college town located in Western Kentucky, boasts an amount of charm you’d expect to see in a movie. It was also voted the Friendliest Town in America! While you’ll never run short of things to do on your visit, here’s my list of the Top Seven Things To Do in Murray, Kentucky.
Read full storyDinner and a Show in Shelbyville: Shelby County Community Theatre
Hey, y’all! I have shared over the years that Shelby County is a top-tier destination for saddlebred horses, bourbon, and Kentucky culture. But, I also want y’all to know that it’s a wonderful place to experience the arts, for which we are rich here in the Commonwealth! I recently had a perfect evening – a dinner and a show in Shelbyville – and I’m so excited to tell y’all about it today. To understate, the Shelby County Community Theatre is a regional gem!
Read full storyThe Sixth Annual Taste of Independents
Hey, y'all! Love the Louisville food scene? In all honesty... who doesn't? If you've ever wanted to sample offerings from a multitude of restaurants in the same space, I have the perfect event for you: the Sixth Annual Taste of Independents!
Read full storyJeffersontown Beer Fest Returns for the Seventh Time
Looking for a summertime activity? Look no further than the Jeffersontown Summer Craft Beer Fest to choose from more than 85+ craft beers, wines, and seltzers to wet your palate. In its 7th year, this event returns to the beloved J-Town Gaslight Pavilion and 3rd Turn’s Kentucky Corner, plus the expanded footprint including Neal Drive.
Read full storyKentucky's Famous Eight Pound Pizza: Stellian's of Central City
While I love a deep dish pizza from Chicago, there’s no need to travel to the Windy City for some serious ‘za. You can get it right here in the Commonwealth of Kentucky! I am tickled pink to introduce you to Stellian’s of Central City, KY. Since I first tried their pizza, I can only think about my return to enjoy a slice or two.
Read full storySmall Town Coffee Shop, Big Personality: Sip & Spin
When traveling the Bluegrass, Blues, and BBQ Region of Western Kentucky, I highly recommend that you add Greenville to your itinerary. A part of Muhlenberg County, Greenville has a small town downtown that is as charming as it can be – and one of the businesses that adds to that charm is Sip and Spin. If you’re like me, you’re always on the hunt for a new coffee shop to try – and I’m so excited to introduce y’all to one of the best today!
Read full storySouthern Dining and Hospitality in Owensboro: The Miller House
It’s a memorable dining experience when you find a restaurant that is quintessentially southern to its core. To me, that’s one of the greatest joys of life. I recently had that experience at the Miller House of Owensboro, Kentucky. From the stately exterior, to the charming white tablecloth interior, to the wonderful southern food — it’s a must visit by my standard. If you find yourself in the region, do yourself a favor and make a reservation!
Read full storyInternational Flavor in a Rural Community: The Willow Bistro
Nestled on the edge of Murray State University is a culinary gem: The Willow Bistro. I recently had my first meal there and I’m so excited to introduce them to y’all today. A favorite of locals, professors, and students, the Willow Bistro quenches appetites for international cuisine and flavor in a small, rural Western Kentucky community. Visit and you’ll see why it’s so special!
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