Join Louisville Magazine (its publisher = our owner) for its April Derby issue launch party at the Ice House (226 E. Washington St.) on Friday, April 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

American Idol finalist Haley Reinhart and Indiana's newest superstar Jon McLaughlin will be performing live.

Guests will enjoy free appetizers and drink specials provided by Crushed Ice Events. Also, enter to win two tickets to the Marriott Oaks Bourbon Brunch, featuring celebrity chef Guy Fieri.

There'll also be a Derby Hat Contest with prizes for the most spectacular and funniest Derby hat.

As always, the launch party is free and open to the public. For more details, email amccarty@loumag.com or call 502-625-0100 ext 10.

Photo: Courtesy Haley Reinhart