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Party with the stars at the planetarium Friday [Colleges]

Family-oriented holiday celebration at UofL

You don’t have to be particularly wise—or even bring two friends—to see stars this winter. But you can do both this coming Friday, December 16 when the Gheens Science Hall and Rauch Planetarium at the University of Louisville hosts a family-oriented holiday party from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

Louisville Magazine December Launch Party [Louisville Magazine]

Kick off December with Louisville Magazine's launch party!

Join us for our December launch party at the University Club, located on the University of Louisville's campus, just off Cardinal Boulevard.

Don't miss out on free appetizers, drink specials, and a chance to win a Rick Pitino signed basketball.

There will also be free, on-site parking.

For more information or questions regarding this event, call (502) 625-0100 ext. 10.

Celebrate Halloween in Louisville for good causes [Halloween]

Festival of Fantasy: Dance on the Dark Side will provide a safe place for people to celebrate Halloween and support two great causes at the same time.

Louisvillians will have a chance to dance on the dark side during the Festival of Fantasy on October 29, 2011 from noon to 1 a.m. Louisville Halloween partiers will be able to attend the event and have time for other parties around town since the Festival of Fantasy lasts for 13 hours.  The festival's theme includes dark faeries, vampires, werewolves, and zombies. The event is for ages 18 and older, although younger guests are allowed when accompanied by an adult. 

Party to celebrate 30 years of NASA’s space shuttle program Friday [Colleges]

Shuttle's final launch to be simulcast; kids' activities offered

As the space shuttle Atlantis makes its final journey this week, a free event at the University of Louisville will mark the end of NASA’s 30-year exploration program.  

Join us at Churchill Downs 4th floor balcony for Louisville Magazine's June launch party [Food and dining]

June 3, join Louisville Magazine 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Churchill Downs 4th floor balcony (700 Central Avenue) to celebrate the launch of its June 2011 issue.

Join Louisville Magazine 5:30-7:30 p.m. on June 3 at Churchill Downs 4th floor balcony (700 Central Avenue) to celebrate the launch party of its June 2011 issue.

Hillbilly Outfield, a Derby party for the rest of us: Preview [Kentucky Derby]

What's that? A Derby Week event for our inner Hillbilly? Say it ain't so!

Want to go to a Derby Week event that doesn't require cocktail party attire, a big hat, or usage of the proper race lingo? Then perhaps the Hillbilly Outfield is for you!

Image an entire weekend of free drinks, food, live music, both audio and video Derby coverage, games and more (with the purchase of a wristband). You can just hang out, or you can bring a tent and stay! Dare I call it the "Woodstock" of the Derby?

But here's the best part…net proceeds from ticket sales, donations and silent auctions go to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation!

Kentucky Derby party planning: How to make your party kid-friendly [Kentucky Derby]

Unless your Derby party is adults only, you'll need to make the day enjoyable for the kids too. Here's how.

As a parent, I know that my kids are not going to be happy hanging around adults all day and waiting for a two-minute horse race. Family-friendly parties are a great way to introduce your kids to Louisville's most-notable event, the Kentucky Derby. However, in order to enjoy yourself and the company of other adults, don't forget to provide some entertainment for the kids.

Planning a Kentucky Derby party? A few tips to make it a success [Kentucky Derby]

A few tips to make your Derby party a success.


If you're not attending the Kentucky Derby, odds are you're going to a Derby party or hosting a Derby party. A Derby party is a fun way to enjoy the festivities of the Derby with your family and friends. Below are a few ideas that will make your Derby party something all will enjoy.

Tact at the track: Things You Should Never Say at the Track [Kentucky Derby]

Hang around the Downs long enough and you'll hear them all - the excuses, the braggadocio and other verbal atrocities that are just flat-out infuriating to anyone within earshot.

Hang around the Downs long enough and you’ll hear them all — the excuses, the braggadocio and other verbal atrocities that are just flat-out infuriating to anyone within earshot. Here’s a short glossary of things I’ve often heard that should never be repeated:    

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