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Westport Whiskey & Wine presents the Jennifer Horne Art Premiere Local artist Jennifer Horne studied at the University of Louisville and uses mediums such as block prints, screen prints, dry point etchings, water color, oil paint and photography. She is displaying art from intricate etchings to beautiful photography of her travels throughout the world. One of her featured block prints was selected by the University of Louisville to appear in an exhibition held at the Hite Art Museum in 2010. Her work is diverse and has great meaning within each piece. Included with this release is a Jennifer Horne original called Pastiche. Aug. 23, 6:30 p.m. Luis Gispert lecture at 21c Museum Hotel 21c Museum is welcoming acclaimed artist Luis Gispert for a free lecture. See works from his Deception series, on view now at Proof on Main in conjunction with Consuming Cultures: A Global View. Gispert is a filmmaker, photographer and sculptor, addressing a variety of topics in his work such as the infiltration of subcultures on the mainstream and the fragmented American experience. Aug. 23, 7 p.m. Happy Together Tour with the Turtles, Grass Roots, Gary Pucktt, Buckinghams and Micky Dolenz at the State Fair Held in Cardinal Stadium at the Kentucky Exposition Center, this concert is free with paid admission to the Kentucky State Fair. All shows begin at 8 p.m., with gates opening at approximately 6:30 p.m. Aug. 23, 8 p.m.
Lincoln Foundation's 17th annual evening of jazz at Churchill Downs The Lincoln Foundation is pleased to welcome contemporary jazz recording artist Marcus Johnson, a phenomenal Billboard-ranked keyboardist. Proceeds benefit the Whitney M. Youngs Scholars Program, Lincoln Foundation’s signature educational program. Aug. 24, 6 p.m. Summer Salsa Night 2012 at The Pointe Dance the night away in celebration of another great year of programs at La Casita and toast to more successes to come. Hosted by Dawne Gee of WAVE 3 news, Summer Salsa Night will feature silent and live auctions. Local Latin bands Cosa Seria and Appalatin will provide music, and guests will have the opportunity to take salsa lessons before hitting the dance floor. We are proud to feature delicious appetizers by Louisville’s premier Latin chefs at the Mayan Café, Seviche: A Latin Restaurant, Havana Rumba, Palermo Viejo and Cake Flour. There will also be a cash bar and an after-hours salsa bar by Taco Punk. Aug. 24, 7 p.m. Young the Giant with We Barbarians at the State Fair Held in Cardinal Stadium at the Kentucky Exposition Center, this concert is free with paid admission to the Kentucky State Fair. All shows begin at 8 p.m., with gates opening at approximately 6:30 p.m. Read Louisville.com's preview here. Aug. 24, 8 p.m.
CONNECT at Bernheim 2012 CONNECT at Bernheim is a collision of art, music, science and technology around Lake Nevin at night. Artists, scientists, naturalists, progressive thinkers and innocent bystanders unite in this celebration of creativity and technology—informed, infused and surrounded by nature. CONNECT at Bernheim is a grand invitation for all to experiment, play, dance and dream. One can participate in the madness or simply enjoy the sights and sounds. Beer and food are available at reasonable prices. Aug. 26, 6:22-10:22 p.m. Brew at the Zoo 2012 Enjoy unique brews from dozens of local and regional breweries, as well as a selection of locally produced wines, while enjoying delicious specialties from local restaurants. Bring your lawn chairs and lounge on the lawn while listening to the 1970s and 1980s-inspired tunes of 100% Poly. A selection of non-alcoholic products and water also will be provided Aug. 25, 4 p.m. RYE Back Porch Sessions RYE on Market presents its second installment of the Back Porch Sessions with its artist-in-residence the 23 String Band with special guests. Food service begins at 6 p.m.and the performance begins at 7. Aug. 25, 6 p.m.
Ford Ironman Louisville—Finish Line at Fourth Street Live! Welcome the amazing athletes of the Ford Ironman Louisville once they have completed their grueling 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile run. The scenic course includes Waterfront Park, Oldham and Henry Counties, with the finish line at Fourth Street Live!. These athletes would love to have your support as they finish up one of the world's most difficult athletic challenges. Aug. 26, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Kentucky State Fair 2012 Offering all-day adventures of family fun for more than 100 years, the Kentucky State Fair has captured the hearts of fairgoers everywhere with its wide selection of exhibits, rides, food, crafts, animals, competitions, music, games and entertainment of every kind. Through Aug. 26 Swiss Wine Festival in Vevay, Ind. An air of excitement is materializing across Switzerland County, Ind., as locals and visitors are getting a glimpse of the preparations well underway. This isn’t a fly-by-night operation—within a month or two of the close of last year’s event, the groundwork began to make one of Indiana’s top festivals bigger and better. Guests won’t be disappointed as organizers are pulling out all the corks for the 41st annual Swiss Wine Festival. Through Aug. 26 | ||||||||||
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