Taste of Frankfort Avenue at Clifton Center
Enjoy sampling savory nibbles and sweet treats from over twenty of the finest restaurants along Frankfort Avenue! This year will mark the 22nd anniversary of The Taste, which serves as the Clifton Center’s largest fundraising event. This much-anticipated annual event celebrates the wonderful and unique restaurants located on and near Frankfort Avenue. Participants include some of Louisville’s finest gourmet eateries including Porcini, Varanese, Bistro 1860, Volare, and Bourbon’s Bistro, as well as high quality casual favorites such as North End Café, Irish Rover, Gary’s on Spring, Silver Dollar, Coal’s Artisan Pizza, Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen, Crave Café, Boombozz Pizza, the Comfy Cow, Vint, and Heine Brothers Coffee.
June 22, 5 – 8 p.m.
Clifton Center
2117 Payne Street
Louisville, KY 40206
http://www.cliftoncenter.org/?post_type=events&p=3377
502-896-8480
Kentucky Proud Wine & Chocolate Tasting at Louisville Stoneware
Held in Stoneware’s new GE Monogram Experience Kitchen, the June 19 Third Thursday Lifestyle Series will feature Old 502 Wine and Cellar Door Chocolate tastings, both Kentucky Proud products. This free event is designed to showcase authentic, local makers of products that complement the Stoneware products and lifestyle. Attendees can expect to meet Logan Leet, Owner of Old 502 Winery, and Erika Chavez, Owner of Cellar Door Chocolates, who will explain their processes and sample products. Stoneware staff will be on hand to answer questions about products including the Stoneware Wine Coolers that can be stored in the freezer and used to keep wine chilled.
June 19, 5 – 7 p.m.
Louisville Stoneware
731 Brent Street
Louisville, KY 40204
www.louisvillestoneware.com
502-582-2475
Free
June 19, 5 – 7 p.m.
Louisville Stoneware
731 Brent Street
Louisville, KY 40204
www.louisvillestoneware.com
502-582-2475
Free
Dig Into Bourbon History at Moonshine University
On Thursday, June 19 from 6 to 8 p.m., Moonshine University will host an enthusiast class on Bourbon History with historian and author Michael Veach. Bourbon lovers looking to raise their liquor IQ will learn the story of Kentucky’s native spirit from the Kentucky Bourbon Whiskeyauthor through interactive presentations and a sensory evaluation. The two-hour class, which takes place the week after Father’s Day, is a great choice for a father/son or father/daughter outing. To register, visit moonshineuniversity.com, call (502) 301-8126, or emailregistrar@moonshineuniversity.com. This class is a part of Moonshine University’s Summer Bourbon Series including a Bourbon Making Workshop on July 11 and Bourbon in the Kitchen class on August 31.
June 19, 6 – 8 p.m.
Moonshine University
801 South 8th Street
Louisville, KY 40203
www.moonshineuniversity.com
502-301-8126
$39 per person
Moonshine University
801 South 8th Street
Louisville, KY 40203
www.moonshineuniversity.com
502-301-8126
$39 per person
T-Claw Returns with Fiddle Pie to Third Thursday HoedownThe Third Thursday Hoedown in Germantown returns June 19, graced by the man who started it all himself, the man who, along with his old time band Fiddle Pie, swings by Louisville on their summer Biscuit Country Tour. T-Claw calls square dances all over the country with an upbeat style that is just as appealing to seasoned dancers as it is to beginners. This monthly social event is open to all ages and all levels of experience. All dances are taught, and no one is required to dance. There's always a partner to be found on the dance floor, and there is no dress code, though one’s twirliest skirt is recommended. Doors open at 7, with a beginner’s square dance workshop at 7:30, and dancing will take place from 8-10:30, featuring predominantly simple and traditional southern figures. Guests may dance as many or as few as they like, and anyone can dance with anyone regardless of gender.
June 19, 7 – 11 p.m.
AmVets Post #9/Danny Mac’s Pizza
1567 S. Shelby Street
Louisville, KY 40206
www.louisville.com/louisville-events/t-claw-returns-third-thursday-hoedown-germantown-fiddle-pie
502-635-7994
$5; vets, youth, volunteers free
AmVets Post #9/Danny Mac’s Pizza
1567 S. Shelby Street
Louisville, KY 40206
www.louisville.com/louisville-events/t-claw-returns-third-thursday-hoedown-germantown-fiddle-pie
502-635-7994
$5; vets, youth, volunteers free
Daughters of Greatness: Cathe Dykstra at the Ali Center
Throughout the year, the Daughters of Greatness breakfast series invites prominent women engaged in social philanthropy, activism, and pursuits of justice to share their stories with the Louisville community. The Daughters of Greatness series provides a place for dialogue and discussion on current issues of justice, community engagement, and social movements within the Louisville area and beyond. Cathe Dykstra is the Chief Possibility Officer (President & CEO) of Family Scholar House, whose mission is to end the cycle of poverty by providing support to disadvantaged single parents and their children.
June 20, 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Muhammad Ali Center
144 N. 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
http://alicenter.org/calendar/event/771
502-992-5341
$20 for Ali Center members, $25 for non-members, $15 for students with I.D., $200 for a table of 10
June 20, 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Muhammad Ali Center
144 N. 6th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
http://alicenter.org/calendar/event/771
502-992-5341
$20 for Ali Center members, $25 for non-members, $15 for students with I.D., $200 for a table of 10
Downs After Dark: Luau
In addition to exciting, live Thoroughbred racing, entertainment will include local DJs at locations around the track, live beach party music performance by Lunar Beach House, and traditional hula dancers. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. and the first race is at 6:00 p.m. What to wear: Casual Hawaiian style; floral-print summer dresses for women and Hawaiian shirts for men.
June 20, 4 – 11:55 p.m.
Churchill Downs
700 Central Avenue
Louisville, KY 40208
www.churchilldowns.com/calendar/day/2014-06-20
502-636-4400
$10
In addition to exciting, live Thoroughbred racing, entertainment will include local DJs at locations around the track, live beach party music performance by Lunar Beach House, and traditional hula dancers. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. and the first race is at 6:00 p.m. What to wear: Casual Hawaiian style; floral-print summer dresses for women and Hawaiian shirts for men.
June 20, 4 – 11:55 p.m.
Churchill Downs
700 Central Avenue
Louisville, KY 40208
www.churchilldowns.com/calendar/day/2014-06-20
502-636-4400
$10
Va Va Variety with the Va Va Vixens at Headliner's
The Va Va Vixens formed in 2009 and have since become Louisville, Kentucky’s largest and most popular burlesque troupe. With over 25 performers, male and female, the Vixens produce several resident shows per year at Headliner’s Music Hall, host special performances at Art Sanctuary, as well as entertain at private and public events. Performances are June 20, 21, 27, 28.
June 20, 8 – 11:55 p.m.
Headliner's Music Hall
1386 Lexington Rd
Louisville, KY 40206
headlinerslouisville.com
502-584-8088
$20 general admission/$30 VIP
The Va Va Vixens formed in 2009 and have since become Louisville, Kentucky’s largest and most popular burlesque troupe. With over 25 performers, male and female, the Vixens produce several resident shows per year at Headliner’s Music Hall, host special performances at Art Sanctuary, as well as entertain at private and public events. Performances are June 20, 21, 27, 28.
June 20, 8 – 11:55 p.m.
Headliner's Music Hall
1386 Lexington Rd
Louisville, KY 40206
headlinerslouisville.com
502-584-8088
$20 general admission/$30 VIP
Unlimited Off Road Expo at the Kentucky Exposition Center
Visit the largest Off-Road Show and Expo and meet with big names, top brands, amazing custom shops. Come and get wowed by their vehicles! Awesome deals are being offered during 2 days full of entertainment at the Kentucky Expo Center. All the big race series perform together on a spectacular obstacle course with Mega Trucks, UTVs, Desert Racers, and Rock Bouncer Buggies. TV host Ian Johnson and famous racers will give autographs and answer your tech questions. Fantastic food trucks and cold drinks will keep every mouth watering. This event is open to everyone – industry professionals, enthusiasts, and families.
June 21, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Lane
Louisvile, KY 40209
www.unlimitedoffroadexpo.com
502-367-5000
$28
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Lane
Louisvile, KY 40209
www.unlimitedoffroadexpo.com
502-367-5000
$28
2014 Kentuckiana Pride Festival on the Belvedere
Join us on the Belvedere for an afternoon of music, food, drinks, and community expo. HIV testing and information from area LGBT organizations will be available and local and regional businesses host art, jewelry, apparel, and other booths. This year's theme is Diversity Creates Community. Entertainment and activities will be announced on our website as well as The Community Letter and other publications closer to the event.
June 21, 12 – 11 p.m.
Belvedere
485 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
www.kypride.com
502-649-4851
$5
Join us on the Belvedere for an afternoon of music, food, drinks, and community expo. HIV testing and information from area LGBT organizations will be available and local and regional businesses host art, jewelry, apparel, and other booths. This year's theme is Diversity Creates Community. Entertainment and activities will be announced on our website as well as The Community Letter and other publications closer to the event.
June 21, 12 – 11 p.m.
Belvedere
485 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
www.kypride.com
502-649-4851
$5
Foxhollow Farm Wheelbarrow to Table Dinner at Harvest
Join Foxhollow Farm and Harvest Restaurant’s Chef Coby Ming for an exquisite summer dining experience continuing our Wheelbarrow to Table Dinner series. It’s an easy choice for us to partner with Harvest, a locally grown restaurant famous for sourcing 80% of their menu items from within 100 miles. The menu will feature Foxhollow Beef and vegetables from our raised beds and from Pavel’s Garden at Foxhollow. Each course will be paired with a carefully chosen beverage to heighten the experience. Get tickets now for your seat at the table! Arrive at 6 for passed hors d’oeuvres & drinks; seating begins at 6:30 p.m.
June 21, 6 – 9 p.m.
Foxhollow Farm
905 Highway 329
Crestwood, KY 40014
Join Foxhollow Farm and Harvest Restaurant’s Chef Coby Ming for an exquisite summer dining experience continuing our Wheelbarrow to Table Dinner series. It’s an easy choice for us to partner with Harvest, a locally grown restaurant famous for sourcing 80% of their menu items from within 100 miles. The menu will feature Foxhollow Beef and vegetables from our raised beds and from Pavel’s Garden at Foxhollow. Each course will be paired with a carefully chosen beverage to heighten the experience. Get tickets now for your seat at the table! Arrive at 6 for passed hors d’oeuvres & drinks; seating begins at 6:30 p.m.
June 21, 6 – 9 p.m.
Foxhollow Farm
905 Highway 329
Crestwood, KY 40014
www.foxhollow.com/event/wheelbarrow-table-dinner-featuring-harvest-restaurant/
502-241-9674
$75 apiece; must be booked in advance at our website
$75 apiece; must be booked in advance at our website
Neon Trees in Concert at Fourth Street Live!
Get ready to kick off your summer with Neon Trees on the Live! stage at Fourth Street Live! with special guest Nightmare and the Cat. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 day of! Get your tickets early! The VIP experience upgrade includes: early entry to the show, meet and greet with Neon Trees, a signed physical copy of "Pop Psychology," and a limited edition tote bag. The party starts at 7 p.m. You must be 21+ to attend.
June 21, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
4th Street Live!
400 South 4th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Get ready to kick off your summer with Neon Trees on the Live! stage at Fourth Street Live! with special guest Nightmare and the Cat. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 day of! Get your tickets early! The VIP experience upgrade includes: early entry to the show, meet and greet with Neon Trees, a signed physical copy of "Pop Psychology," and a limited edition tote bag. The party starts at 7 p.m. You must be 21+ to attend.
June 21, 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
4th Street Live!
400 South 4th Street
Louisville, KY 40202
www.4thstlive.com/events
Price varies
Price varies
A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare in the Park
Kentucky Shakespeare’s annual Shakespeare in the Park offers opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy the works of Shakespeare in the beautiful outdoor setting of Old Louisville’s Central Park. The 2014 Shakespeare in the Park Summer Season begins with A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Matt Wallace, which runs from June 12-22. This is the last day of the play, so be sure to see it while you can!
June 22, 8 – 10 p.m.
C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheatre in Central Park
1340 South 4th St
Louisville, KY 40208
kyshakespeare.com/performances/shakespeare-in-the-park/
502-574-9900
Free 
June 22, 8 – 10 p.m.
C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheatre in Central Park
1340 South 4th St
Louisville, KY 40208
kyshakespeare.com/performances/shakespeare-in-the-park/
502-574-9900
Free
Spring Fling Craft/Vendor Fair to Benefit Special Olympics
We are hosting a Craft Fair/Vendor event at the Louisville Firefighters Union Hall at 400 Baker's Lane to benefit Special Olympics Kentucky. This fundraiser will help us put together two teams for the UPS Plane Pull in October. We have a wide variety of vendors and crafters on board ready to share their unique items with you. We also have Special Olympics athletes working our booths and sharing information about why they love Special Olympics.
June 22, 2- 5 p.m.
Firefighters Union Hall
400 Bakers Lane
Louisville, KY 40214 www.facebook.com/events/235361709988892/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
502-315-9906
Free
We are hosting a Craft Fair/Vendor event at the Louisville Firefighters Union Hall at 400 Baker's Lane to benefit Special Olympics Kentucky. This fundraiser will help us put together two teams for the UPS Plane Pull in October. We have a wide variety of vendors and crafters on board ready to share their unique items with you. We also have Special Olympics athletes working our booths and sharing information about why they love Special Olympics.
June 22, 2- 5 p.m.
Firefighters Union Hall
400 Bakers Lane
Louisville, KY 40214 www.facebook.com/events/235361709988892/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
502-315-9906
Free
The Grand's Summer Bridal Show and Tasting Event
The Grand's summer Bridal Show and Tasting is Sunday, June 22nd from 2-4 p.m. If you need inspiration or advice for your wedding, this is the place to come. Some of the areas best vendors will be there to help you with all your wedding planning. But even if you're not planning a wedding, the bridal show is a great way to spend an afternoon.
June 22, 2 – 4 p.m.
The Grand
138 East Market Street
New Albany, IN 47150
www.facebook.com/pages/The-Grand/84271317822?sk=timeline
812-949-8888
Free
The Grand's summer Bridal Show and Tasting is Sunday, June 22nd from 2-4 p.m. If you need inspiration or advice for your wedding, this is the place to come. Some of the areas best vendors will be there to help you with all your wedding planning. But even if you're not planning a wedding, the bridal show is a great way to spend an afternoon.
June 22, 2 – 4 p.m.
The Grand
138 East Market Street
New Albany, IN 47150
www.facebook.com/pages/The-Grand/84271317822?sk=timeline
812-949-8888
Free
Photo provided by the Va Va Vixens Facebook page.
Cover photo provided by Kentucky Shakespeare's Facebook page.
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I am an incoming senior (finally!) at the University of Louisville. I will be graduating with three degrees: English, Spanish, and Humanities. I intend to continue my education and get my masters in English next year. I have had the pleasure of working at both Louisville Magazine and Louisville.com over the last year.
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