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What's Happening In Greater Louisville Dec 12 - Dec 25

12 WEDNESDAY

American Volleyball Coaches Association – 2012 Annual Convention, Dec 12-16 Kentucky International Convention Center, 859-226-4279

The AVCA exists to provide programs and services to members, including recognition programs, advocacy, coaching education and much more. The convention is one large event that is broken up into many smaller events, including the world’s largest volleyball specific exhibit show, awards banquets, a recruiting event for college coaches, numerous social/networking events, constituency meetings and over 80 on-court, sand and classroom educational sessions. Schedule varies daily.

Tarzan 100th Anniversary Exhibit, through Dec 15 Ekstrom Library, U of L, 502-852-6762

The University of Louisville’s Ekstrom Library houses the Burroughs Memorial Collection, the world’s largest institutional collection of Edgar Rice Burroughs relics and Tarzan memorabilia. Through December 15, it will have all items on display to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ape man. 8 am - 5 pm and by appointment. Free.

Light Up Middletown, through Dec 21 11700 Main Street

Light Up Middletown is a circular driving tour with several themed areas, including a floating sea serpent in the fishing lake, Santa’s workshop, Santa’s sleigh, a train, animated swans, the American flag, a penguin village, deer leaping over the roadway, a lighted

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helicopter, an airplane, and a hot air balloon—all created with thousands of twinkling lights. 6 - 10 pm nightly. Admission by donation.

Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, through Dec 31

Downtown Louisville, from the Galt House to Fourth Street Live Light Up Louisville will expand and move to Fourth Street, creating a three-block festival of lights between the Galt House and Fourth Street Live. Along with Light Up Louisville, Forty Nights of Lights features a nightly light show set to music with light projections on buildings along 4th Street. Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights will end at midnight on New Year's Eve, with a lights show and fireworks celebration to welcome the new year. 3 - 9:30 pm. Free.

Southern Lights, through Dec 31

Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY, 859-255-5727 “Spectacular Sights on Holiday Nights” are being held at the Kentucky Horse Park, where horses of light “race” in front of a cheering crowd, clear a steeplechase fence, and graze in Bluegrass pastures. The unique horse scenes help make Southern Lights one of the most distinctive lights festivals anywhere, and with tens of thousands of shimmering lights, it’s both Kentucky’s largest lights festival and a 19-year tradition. 5:30 10 pm. $15/car, $20 on weekends.

“Hats! Reflections in Time,” through Dec 31 Kentucky Science Center

“Hats! Reflections in Time” showcases more than 50 refurbished hats from the museum's permanent collection. The hats date from the late 1800s to the 1980s. The fashionable store of the nineteenth century,

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Byck’s, donated more than 22,000 fashion items, including the hats, when the last locations closed in 1991. 10 am - 4 pm, Monday – Friday.

Gourmet Mushrooms: Cooking and Culture, Dec 15

13 THURSDAY

This class will focus on three species of gourmet mushrooms: Oyster, Lion’s Mane and Reishi. The class will cover the rich history and use of these mushrooms, as well as modern research on their medicinal benefits. After the discussion, the class will engage in the culinary preparation and tasting of different gourmet mushrooms. 1 - 3 pm. $40 registration fee.

American Volleyball Coaches Association – 2012 Annual Convention, Tarzan 100th Anniversary Exhibit, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Highview Fall Festival, Dec 13 - 14 Outer Loop Plaza Visitors can enjoy a parade, music, booths from local businesses and groups, food, kids’ bouncy land, and a stage with local acts. The festival has grown each year and is a great free family event for the community. 11 am - 4 pm.

14 FRIDAY

American Volleyball Coaches Association – 2012 Annual Convention, Tarzan 100th Anniversary Exhibit, Highview Fall Festival, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair, Dec 14 - 16 French Lick Resort, 8670 West State Road 56, French Lick, IN 47432, 888-936-9360 French Lick Resort’s fifth annual holiday arts and crafts fair will allow visitors to browse an enticing array of holiday ornaments, wreaths, candles, one-of-a-kind collectibles and other assorted handmade arts and crafts. Perfect to give to friends and family or keep! Fri 5 - 9 pm, Sat 10 am - 9 pm, Sun 10 am - 3 pm. Free.

15 SATURDAY

American Volleyball Coaches Association – 2012 Annual Convention, Tarzan 100th Anniversary Exhibit, Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Foxhollow Farm Center, 8905 Highway 329, Crestwood, 502-241-9674

Bright Lights of Brooklawn Celebration, Dec 15

Brooklawn, 3121 Brooklawn Campus Drive, 502-515-0444 The children of Brooklawn cordially invite the community to their second annual Bright Lights celebration. Featuring tours of the cottages to see where the children live, art work, hot cocoa, and singing with the children around a huge Christmas tree. 5:30 7:30 pm. Free.

Breakfast with Santa, Dec 15 Galt House

Start the day with fun by eating breakfast with Santa. 10 am - noon. Children 12 and under: $30, Adults: $15, ticket prices include KaLightoscope Christmas ticket. Reservations are required; call 589-5200 ext. 5181 for more info or to purchase tickets.

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Dec 15 - 16 Belle of Louisville

A full breakfast buffet is part of the ticket, and activities for children will take place during the cruise. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on board to delight young and old. 10 am - noon daily.

Christmas at the Galt House, through Jan 2 Galt House Hotel

This year’s Christmas at the Galt House Hotel event will unlock the magic of Christmas with the key attraction, KaLightoscope, the Christmas Village with Snow Fairy Castle attraction, a new learning center, a life-size gingerbread castle, a gingerbread house contest, holiday show, breakfast and story time with Santa, “Help Santa Find the Key” children’s game, and three children’s special activities.

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American Volleyball Coaches Association – 2012 Annual Convention, Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair, Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

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What's Happening in Greater Louisville LMAS at PetSmart for Santa Photos, Dec 16 PetSmart, 3580 South Hurstbourne

This annual event gives pet parents the opportunity to commemorate the season by having a digital photo of their pet taken with Santa and placed in a collectable holiday frame for $9.95 with a PetPerks® card. PetSmart adoption partners play Santa, and $5 from every photo package will be donated to Metro Animal Services to help save the lives of homeless pets. 11 am - 4 pm.

Snow Fairy Princess Christmas Tea, Dec 16 Galt House Hotel New to Christmas at the Galt House is Snow Fairy Princess Christmas Tea. Participants are invited to wear their princess gear and have tea with the Snow Fairy Princess. 2 - 4 pm.

17 MONDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Ideas to Avoid Holiday Stress, Dec 17 Neighborhood Place Ujima, 3610 Bohne Ave This workshop will focus on financial planning for the holidays to help avoid stress. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket including goodies for a holiday meal. Call 502-485-6712 to register. 6 pm.

18 TUESDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

A Healthy Journey for Two Educational Baby Shower, Dec 18 South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Avenue Seven Counties and KIDSNow will be hosting

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these educational baby showers to share information on how to care for yourself and your baby while being pregnant. Participants will receive a baby tote bag filled with baby items and a gas/gift card. Contact 439-4591 to RSVP, or Elizabeth Boyd at 485-7135 at South Central Neighborhood Place. 2 - 4 pm.

19 WEDNESDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

20 THURSDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

21 FRIDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Urban Bourbon, through Dec 31

Kentucky Derby Museum, 704 Central Ave., 502-637-1111 Urban Bourbon showcases the history and heritage of Louisville's involvement in the bourbon industry as it grew along with the horse industry and the Kentucky Derby. Mon - Sat 8 am - 5 pm, Sun 11 am - 5 pm. Free with admission.

22 SATURDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

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Concert Calendar

Father John Misty, January 9 December ♦Josh Krajcik, Dec 12, Headliners, 8 pm. ♦Bon Fire – A Tribute to AC/DC, Dec 13, Headliners, 9 pm. ♦Pokey Lafarge, Dec 14, Headliners, 8 pm. ♦The Uncle Alberts: a Salute to Paul McCartney and Wings, Dec 22, Headliners, 9 pm. ♦Bodeco, Dec 23, Louisville Palace, 9 pm. ♦Rumours - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Dec 28, Headliners, 9 pm.

♦JJ Grey & Mofro, Dec 29, Headliners, 9 pm. ♦The Ladybirds, Dec 31, Headliners, 9 pm.

January ♦Father John Misty, Jan 9, Headliners, 9 pm. ♦Grace Potter & the Nocturnals , Jan 16, Brown Theater, 8 pm. ♦Rodney Carrington, Jan 19, Louisville Palace, 8 pm. ♦Freak Water, Jan 24, Headliners, 9 pm.

♦Ed Sheeran, Feb 1, Louisville Palace, 7 pm. ♦Matisyahu, Feb 4, Brown Theater, 7:30 pm. ♦Punch Brothers, Feb 5, Brown Theater, 7:30 pm. ♦Matchbox 20, Feb 5, Louisville Palace, 7:30 pm. ♦Big Gigantic, Feb 5, Headliners, 9 pm. ♦Citizen Cope, Feb 7, Headliners, 9 pm.

February ♦Buddy Miller & Jim Lauderdale, Feb 1, Headliners, 9 pm.

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“Baseball Hotties: Studs We Love,” through Jan 1 Louisville Slugger Museum, 800 W Main St This special exhibition celebrates the hottest men in baseball today, as well as the icons of the past. Includes the Field of Dreamboats – six of today’s sexiest ballplayers emerge from the museum’s indoor corn field in life-size form. There is no extra charge to see “Baseball Hotties: Studs We Love.” The exhibition is included in the general admission price for Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.

23 SUNDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Urban Bourbon See Friday Dec 21 for details.

“Baseball Hotties: Studs We Love,” through Jan 1 See Saturday Dec 22 for details.

See Friday Dec 21 for details.

“Baseball Hotties: Studs We Love,” through Jan 1 See Saturday Dec 22 for details.

Light up the Levee Grand Illumination and Holiday Lights Show See Sunday Dec 23 for details.

Bottoms Up! J.C. Barnett Whiskey Jug Exhibit, through Jan 1, 2013 Oldham County History Center, 106 N. Second Ave., LaGrange, KY

The Oldham County History Center has on display more than 460 whiskey jugs as part of this new installation. These key pieces of Kentucky history were once used to carry quarts of spirits home to enjoy for later, but the crocks played a large role in bourbon history, as they linked the distilling industry, local commerce, advertising and pottery. Free.

25 TUESDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time" See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Light up the Levee Grand Illumination and Holiday Lights Show, through Jan 2

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Newport on the Levee

“Baseball Hotties: Studs We Love,” through Jan 1

The illumination runs through January 2, with all the lights and Newport’s Christmas tree being officially lit. 1,250,000 points of light! Shows begin every evening at 6:10 pm and last until 11:50 pm. Lights dance every 20 minutes. Free.

24 MONDAY Christmas at the Galt House, Light Up Middletown, Light Up Louisville and Forty Nights of Lights, Southern Lights, “Hats! Reflections in Time” See Wednesday Dec 12 for details.

Urban Bourbon

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Light up the Levee Grand Illumination and Holiday Lights Show See Sunday Dec 23 for details.

Bottoms Up! J.C. Barnett Whiskey Jug Exhibit See Monday Dec 24 for details.

Photo Contest, through June 1, 2013 Olmstead Parks, 502-456-8125 For the second year, Olmsted Parks Conservancy is offering a photography contest. The winners’ work will be featured in the 2014 calendar. There are six categories from which to choose and submissions are welcome through June 1, 2013.

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Christmas Trees

Choosing a Christmas Tree

For many families, choosing a Christmas tree together marks the beginning of the holiday season. Clad in hats, mittens, and heavy coats, the image of the whole family sharing the experience of picking out the perfect Christmas symbol is an enduring one. It is also easily recreated. Whether you want to cut your own tree, pick a live tree and have it cut for you, buy a tree already cut, or buy a living tree you can plant, Louisville has everything you need for your Christmas tree needs. The National Christmas Tree Association (NCTA) maintains statistics on the number of US families buying a real Christmas tree every year, and they report that "about 23 percent of the consumers will purchase their trees from a 'Christmas tree farm' while about 62 percent will buy trees from a retail lot." An additional 300,000 consumers will purchase their real tree over the Internet or by mail order. For those in the area who are looking to shop local, here are some of the best choices available: First and foremost,“Christmas Tree Lane” is an annual Louisville tradition, located just off of Waterfront Park’s Great Lawn. “Christmas Tree Lane” will offer its annual bounty of freshly-cut Christmas trees for those who don’t want to take up an axe themselves. They will be open daily through Christmas between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Free parking is available for customers along Witherspoon, in the Green Parking Lot at

Waterfront Park (underneath I-64 overpass near corner of River Road and Preston), and in the surface parking lot across from the Great Lawn. Alternatively, there are innumerable tree farms (most belonging to the Kentucky Christmas Tree Association) within easy driving distance of Louisville. They offer the most popular types of trees—white pine, Norway spruce, Colorado blue spruce and white spruce—at varying prices, most of which come in between $30 and $100. While some farms provide saws and/or shovels, some do not, so it’s always best to call ahead to see what’s provided. Some farms even hand out free hot chocolate and candy canes! A full listing of Christmas tree farms within 50 miles of Louisville, as well as their contact information, can be found by visiting our website at www.whigl.com. Finally, of course, are the most convenient options: retail stores. Most stores sell Christmas trees this time of year, which makes it easy for busy holiday shoppers to pick one up along with a gallon of milk (or eggnog…’tis the season!). Grocery stores like Kroger and Meijer often offer cut Christmas trees, while hardware and outdoor stores like Lowes or Home Depot may offer a greater range of sizes. No matter which type you prefer or where you get it from, the Christmas tree is a visible reminder of Christmas joy. Choose wisely, and happy holidays!

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The familiar story of The Nutcracker begins with a scene that could come from any family’s Christmas Eve: the young Marie (more commonly known as Clara) is given a beautiful nutcracker for Christmas. From here, however, the scene expands into one of magic and danger, as she’s subsequently caught up in an epic battle between gingerbread men, toy soldiers, and an army of mice led by the evil Rat King. As the nutcracker transforms into a handsome prince, Marie’s intervention is crucial to his defeat of the Rat King and his evil minions, and as a result, the two are given heroes’ accolades by the Sugar Plum Fairy in a final splendid waltz. The Brown Forman Nutcracker is locally celebrated for its unique artistic vision of this classic production. Scenery features subtle nods to Louisville’s architecture and landmarks and includes 27,000 square feet of canvas and 6,000 pounds of steel. More than 40 artisans in nine states contributed to the costumes, using nearly 1,000 sequins and 2,730 feet of tulle. This attention to detail hasn’t gone unnoticed; since its debut two years ago, fans have raved about the unique addition of Louisville landmarks

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within the scenery, such as the St. James Court Fountain. Other locally-inspired “Easter Eggs” abound, too, such as choreographer Val Caniparoli’s transformation of the original Madame Bonbon and her Polichinelle into “Madame Derby” and her little jockeys. Besides the production itself, the Louisville Ballet is offering an exclusive Sugar Plum Party for young fans of Marie and her handsome prince. On Saturday, December 10, and Sunday, December 18, in the East Room of the Kentucky Center, families can join the children's cast for Christmas festivities. Tickets cost $15, which include access to a bounty of holiday sweets, a photo with the cast members, a reading of The Nutcracker, and much more. Tickets to both The Brown Forman Nutcracker itself and the Sugar Plum Party can be purchased at the Louisville Ballet's website, by calling (502)-594-7777, or by visiting the box office at 501 West Main Street. Groups of ten or more save up to 20%. For more information, call (502)-583-3150, ext. 242. Performances run from December 8 through December 23; tickets start at $30.

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ART EXHIBITS

collection. The hats date from the late 1800s to the 1980s. The fashionable store of the nineteenth century, Byck’s, donated more than 22,000 fashion items, including the hats, when the last locations closed in 1991. 10 am - 4 pm, Monday – Friday.

Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft

715 W Main St, 502-589-0102 Closed Mon, Tues - Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

The Brown Hotel

Urban Bourbon, through Dec 31

Kentucky Derby Museum, 704 Central Ave, 502-637-1111

335 W Broadway, 502-583-1234 Open Mon - Fri 8 am - 9 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am - 6 pm.

Paul Paletti Gallery 713 E Market St, 502-589-9254 Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm.

B. Deemer Gallery

2650 Frankfort Ave, 502-896-6687 Original fine art of the 20th & 21st century, with a highly respected framing department.

Mark Payton Glass Center/Glassworks 815 W Market St, 502-992-3270

Glass blowing classes, workshops, a restaurant, and daily tours.

“Red Alert,” through Jan 23 Gallery Janjobe, Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, 502-899-9293 “Red Alert” is an exploration of color that introduces the holiday season with a visual reminder of the warm side of the season.

Under $50 Art Show, through Jan 1 Liberty Tattoo & Art Parlor, 2801 S Third St, 502-637-4777 The Liberty Tattoo & Art Parlor will hold its annual under $50 art show, with local art being offered at low prices. Perfect for holiday gifts.

Barn Revisited/Vanishing Americana, through Dec 15 Bardstown Art Gallery, 214 W, Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY, 502-348-6488 Artist Jim Cantrell says he “decided he had better begin documenting (barns) as they are rapidly disappearing from our landscape.” His watercolor paintings are his way of “saving these structures on paper.” Tues-Sat 10:30 am-5 pm. Free.

“A Very Portland Christmas,” Dec 18 Nelligan Hall, 2010 Portland Ave All art in the historically punk space is priced $50 and under, with 40 artists in attendance.

“Hats! Reflections in Time,” through Dec 31 Kentucky Science Center

“Hats! Reflections in Time” showcases more than 50 refurbished hats from the museum's permanent

“Urban Bourbon” showcases the history and heritage of Louisville's involvement in the bourbon industry as it grew along with the horse industry and the Kentucky Derby. Mon - Sat 8 am- 5 pm, Sun 11 am- 5 pm. Free with admission.

Bottoms Up! J.C. Barnett Whiskey Jug Exhibit, through Jan 1 Oldham County History Center, 106 N. Second Ave, LaGrange, KY The Oldham County History Center has on display more than 460 whiskey jugs as part of this new installation. These key pieces of Kentucky history were once used to carry quarts of spirits home to enjoy for later, but the crocks played a large role in bourbon history, as they linked the distilling industry, local commerce, advertising and pottery. Free.

Second Annual Fabulous $500 and Under Show, through Jan 1 Christy Zurkuhlen Gallery, 4820 Brownsboro Center, 502-777-1794 The participating artists include Claudia Hammer, James Russell May, and Jacque Parsley. All art is priced to sell for holiday gifts.

Top Drawer: 150 Years of Bittners, through Jan 1 Frazier History Museum, 502-753-5663 Visitors can experience the old world craftsmanship of handmade furniture through the 18th and 19th centuries. “Top Drawer” is a 4,000 sq. ft. exhibition that explores how a German immigrant’s custom cabinet shop became not only a Louisville tradition, but also a nationally-renowned design firm. Exquisite American, English and Continental furniture are featured. Examine fine antiques from around the world as well as mastercrafted pieces produced by the Bittners custom shop. 9 am - 5 pm daily.

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Reindeer Games Exhibit, through Jan 12 Flame Run Glass Studio and Gallery, 815 W Market St. Flame Run will be holding the “Reindeer Games” exhibit during the holiday season from November 1, 2012 – January 12, 2013. This exhibit contains blown glass holiday gift items for purchase, including a variety of ornaments. 10 am - 4 pm daily.

Diana: A Celebration, through Jan 13 Frazier History Museum, 829 W Main St. Visitors can experience the life and humanitarian work of one of the most remarkable women of the 20th Century. The exhibition features more than 150 personal items, including her royal wedding gown, 28 designer dresses, priceless jewels, rare home movies and personal mementoes. For additional information, call 502-753-5663.

The KORE Gallery Miniature Art Show, through Jan 31 KORE Gallery at Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, A-117 The KORE Gallery presents the KORE Gallery Miniature Art Show, showcasing a special exhibition of smaller (under 12 inches) original art works for sale by numerous Louisville area artists. All pieces are priced at $100 or less— ideal for holiday gifts! Wednesday through Friday 9 am - 4 pm, Saturday and Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm.

THEATRE Lombardi, Dec 13 - 17 Actors Theatre of Louisville, Victor Jory Theatre, 316 W. Main St, 502-584-1205 Lombardi follows a week in the life of Vince Lombardi as he attempts to guide his Green Bay Packers to victory, while a reporter from Look magazine tries to capture the story of the man behind the game. A play about life, love, and football. 7 pm nightly. Discounts: $5 off seniors over 65, children under 14, students with a valid ID. Monday night, December 17th, is Industry Night and features $5 off all tickets. $19.50 unless otherwise discounted.

The Kings of Christmas, Dec 13 - 23 The Bard's Town, 1801 Bardstown Rd, 502-749-5275 Back by popular demand, The Kings of Christmas is brisk, irreverent, and laugh-filled fun that will fill even the Scrooge-iest types with holiday cheer. The show centers on the eccentric King family’s Christmas day, and how they seek

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to instill the holiday spirit into their middle child. As with all Bard's Town Theatre shows, drink service will be available during the show, and audience members can dine at the Bard's Town Restaurant prior to or after the show. All shows at 7:30 pm. $10-$15.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!, through Dec 20 Kentucky Center for the Arts StageOne Family Theatre brings back The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! to the stage at the Kentucky Center's Bomhard Theater on December 15 at 2 pm & 5 pm and December 20 at 10 am & 12 pm. Tickets are $19.75.

WhoDunnit Murder Mystery Theater's A Well-Timed Christmas Murder, through Dec 21 The Hyatt Regency, 320 W Jefferson Street, 502-426-7100 A WhoDunnit murder mystery concerning a wealthy man about to name his heir…and those who might have other ideas about where his money should go. A WellTimed Christmas Murder runs Saturday evenings from November 17 through December 15, Friday evenings December 7, 14 and 21, plus a special Sunday brunch show on December 9. 6:30-9:30 pm. $45.50 includes meal, show, tax and gratuity.

The Brown Forman Nutcracker, through Dec 23 501 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 This holiday favorite brings the classical tale of a girl and her nutcracker prince to life on stage, and the joy of the season to anyone who goes to the Louisville Ballet this December. Fans can see the Sugar Plum Fairy onstage from December 8 through the 23; tickets start at $30.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas, through Dec 31 Derby Dinner Playhouse, (812) 288-8281 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, IN 47129 Based on the popular movie, this timeless classic is full of dancing, laughter, and some of the best songs ever written. This holiday musical comedy is sure to be one of the highlights of your Christmas season!

FILM Flight of the Butterflies in IMAX, through Jan 18 Kentucky Science Center, 727 W Main St www.kysciencecenter.org

Based on true events, this IMAX showing follows the epic journey of the iconic monarch butterfly in one of the most incredible migrations on Earth, and the determined scientist, Dr. Fred Urquhart, who spent 40 years trying to discover the mysteries surrounding their journey and secret winter hideaway.

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The Polar Express

The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience This holiday season, Zoo guests can take their own journey and discover the magic of the holidays with The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience. Arriving in Louisville November 17 through January 6 at the Zoo’s 50-seat 4-D Theater, this 13-minute action-packed experience features special effects exclusive to the 4-D Theater experience. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on an epic journey of self-discovery that reveals to him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience is based on the film from Warner Bros. Pictures and ShangriLa Entertainment and inspired by the beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. It combines the visual drama of a 3-D film with a variety of 4-D sensory effects that are built into the seats and theater environment, bringing the on-screen images to life.

This iconic film is brought to life with the perfected use of SimEx-Iwerks 4-D Special FX technology, creating an unforgettable multi-sensory adventure. As the Polar Express arrives at the North Pole, it actually begins to snow inside the 4-D Special FX Theater; when the conductor sings “Hot Chocolate” and the dancing waiters begin to pour, the audience can smell the delightful aroma of every cocoa cup. The 4-D Theater will be open from 10:30 am until 4 pm. See the Zoo’s website at www.louisvillezoo.org for show times. Individual 4-D Theater tickets will be $5 per person, $4 for Louisville Zoo Members and $3 for a second experience. 4-D Theater tickets can also be purchased as part of the Adventure Ticket which includes Zoo admission. This year’s Santa Safari presented by Kroger includes a ticket to The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience.

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Orchestra, will give a Christmas concert featuring brass and voices. $18 general admission, $15 senior adult, $6 student. 4 - 5:45 pm.

Kentucky Science Center, 727 W Main St www.kysciencecenter.org

Christmas Pastorale, Dec 16

"Born to be Wild," "Flight of the Butterflies," "Tornado Alley," and "To The Arctic." Call 502-5616100 for showtimes. IMAX only $7.

The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience, through Jan 6

1100 Trevilian Way, 502-459-2181 www.louisvillezoo.org This holiday season Zoo guests can take their own journey and discover the magic of the holidays with The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience. A 13-minute action-packed experience combines the visual drama of a 3-D film with a variety of 4-D sensory effects that are built into the seats and theater environment, bringing the on-screen images to life. Open 10:30 am - 4 pm. Tickets are $5 per person, $4 for Louisville Zoo Members and $3 for a second experience.

KentuckyShow! Kentucky Center, 501 W Main St, 502-562-7800 A breathtaking multimedia adventure across time & place featuring the people, sights & sounds of this fascinating state. Narrated by Ashley Judd. Tues - Sat on the hour 11 am 4 pm, Sun on the hour 1 - 4 pm. $7.

CONCERTS Pokey LaFarge at Headliners, Dec 14

Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road, 502-584-8088

Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Lane The Locust Grove Chamber Players take listeners on a musical journey inspired by the shepherds of Europe and early America - including Silent Night in its original 1811 version, played on Locust Grove's 1806 Broadwood fortepiano. Refreshments at 5 pm, concert at 5:30 in the Great Parlor of the 1790 home. Tickets are $20.

Expanded Music Project, through Jan 8 Land of Tomorrow, 233 W Broadway, 502-632-6500 Land of Tomorrow is pleased to present their second installment of the Expanded Music Project, a showcase of work illustrating the intersection between art and music. Included in this exhibition will be work by Robert Beatty and Eric Lanham, Rocky Horton, Ian MacKaye, Sean Metelerkamp, Moons and Gerald Moser, Vaughan Oliver, and Saving Our Style. Opening reception 7 pm on December 7, all other dates Monday – Friday 10 - 5 or by appointment.

Overload/Rifle Christmas Miracle Tour 2012, Dec 15 Third Street Dive, 442 South Third Street, 502-749-3483 The Overload/Rifle Christmas Miracle Tour 2012 is beginning their holiday performances at The Dive. Doors open early, show starts at 10 pm. $5.

COMEDY Brian Posehn, Dec 13 - 15 The Improv, 441 S Fourth St, 502-581-1332

Pokey LaFarge brings his brand of American folk to Headliners Music Hall. The Dirt Daubers & Whiskey Bent Valley Boys will open. 8-11 pm. $12/$15.

Louisville Chorus Christmas at St. Brigid, Dec 15 St. Brigid Church, 1520 Hepburn Avenue, 502-968-6300 The Louisville Chorus, joined by members of Louisville Philharmonia—The Musicians'

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The Rich Guzzi Comedy Hypnosis Show, Dec 20 - 23 The Improv, 441 S Fourth St, 502-581-1332 Standup comic, master hypnotist, and motivational speaker Rich Guzzi will be performing at The Improv. Show is 18 and over, with a two drink minimum. Times vary. $15 - $55.

Reno Collier at The Improv, Dec 28 - 31 The Improv, 441 S Fourth St, 502-581-1332 Reno's observations often find him recalling mishaps of his West Virginia cousins, his Scottish heritage, unruly in-laws, and alien abductions. Show is 18 and over, with a two drink minimum. Times vary. $15.

SPORTS University of Louisville Men's Basketball vs FIU, Dec 19, 7 pm vs UK Dec 29, 4 pm KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, 502-690-9000 The KFC Yum! Center is the official home of the University of Louisville men’s and women’s basketball programs and women’s volleyball program.

University of Louisville Women's Basketball vs Washington State, Dec 18, 7 pm vs Wagner College, Dec 21, 7 pm vs Tennessee State, Dec 31, 6 pm KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, 502-690-9000 The KFC Yum! Center is the official home of the University of Louisville men’s and women’s basketball programs and women’s volleyball program.

NCAA® Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship, Dec 13 - 15 KFC Yum! Center, 1 Arena Plaza, 502-560-0012

POINTS OF INTEREST Southern Indiana Visitors Center 305 S Indiana Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 812-280-5566, 800-552-3842 www.sunnysideoflouisville.org Southern Indiana, “The Sunny Side of Louisville,” just across the Ohio River, is a great option for Greater Louisville visitors offering a superb view of the Louisville skyline. There is a wide selection of affordable lodging, including 40 hotel and bed & breakfast choices with 2,500 rooms, free parking, and abundant dining & shopping. For information, visit the bright yellow ClarkFloyd Counties Convention & Tourism Bureau Visitors Center. Take I-65 exit 0 or the Second Street Bridge from downtown Louisville and follow the signs.

Louisville Zoo 1100 Trevilian Way (off I-264), 502-459-2181 www.louisvillezoo.org At the Louisville Zoo, every day is different! See more than 1,700 exotic animals in naturalistic habitats on 134 rolling acres filled with amazing botanicals. Spend time watching western lowland gorillas forage at Gorilla Forest & get up-close & personal with an Amur tiger during daily training demonstrations at Tiger Tundra. Visit nose-to-beak with colorful Australian parrots at Lorikeet Landing & experience Kentucky's only 4-D Ride Theater. Visit Glacier Run Bear Habitat. Don't miss the playgrounds, splash park, African petting zoo, gift shops, indoor & outdoor restaurants & the Conservation Carousel. Open daily year round. Sept - Feb 10 am 4 pm (exit by 5 pm) Mar - Labor Day 10 am - 5 pm (exit by 6 pm) Adults (12 - 59) $14.95, seniors (60+) & children (3 - 11) $10.50, children 2 & under free. The Zoo will be open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings in June and July until 7 pm (exit Zoo by 8 pm).

Shepherdsville, KY: Jim Beam Country 800-526-2068 www.goI65.com The Gateway to the Bourbon Trail, with Jim Beam Distillery Tours, and tastings at award-winning wineries.

Semifinal matches will be played at the KFC Yum! Center on December 13, 2012 with the championship match taking place on Saturday, December 15, 2012. Wed noon - 5 pm, Thurs 10 am - 5:30 pm, Fri 10 am 6 pm, Sat 9 am - 1 pm. Tickets from $20.

FREE PARKING Right across the bridge 40 lodging choices, 2,600 rooms sunnysidetourism.com 812-280-5566

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Gheens Science Hall & Rauch Planetarium 2nd St & Cardinal Blvd, 502-852-6664

This theater features immersavision astronomy and laser shows under a 55 ft tilted dome with a night sky of more than 4,000 projected stars.

Horseshoe Southern Indiana

11999 Ave of the Emperors, Elizabeth, IN, 866-676-SHOE Over 100 gaming tables & 2,000 slot machines, seven restaurants, Chariot Run Golf Course, live concerts.

Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest

KY 245, Clermont, KY, 502-955-8512

851 Mansion

Spalding University, 851 S 4th St, 502-585-9911 Italianate Renaissance Revival home, built in 1871, was designed by prominent Louisville architect Henry Whitestone.

Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing 7410 Moorman Rd, 502-935-6809

A pre-Civil War brick farmhouse, decorated with furnishings from 1830 to 1880. A visitors’ center houses exhibits & information about the house & former residents.

A 14,000 acre arboretum and forest preserve with a visitor center, picnic areas, hiking trails and lakes.

Farmington Historic Home

Kentucky Center

Built in 1816, it was the center of a 550 acre hemp plantation owned by the Speed family & sustained by nearly 60 slaves.

A performing arts facility featuring programs of local arts organizations, “Kentucky Show!,” and PNC Broadway Across America.

Scribner House

6th & Main St, 502-562-0100

Historic Corydon & Harrison County Visitor Center

3033 Bardstown Rd, 502-452-9920

106 E Main St, New Albany, IN, 812-949-1776

301 N Elm St, Corydon, IN, 812-738-2138, 888-738-2137

The oldest house in New Albany was built in 1814 by Joel Scribner, one of the city’s founders. It is furnished with an outstanding collection of antiques, paintings & textiles.

Caves & caverns, festivals & outdoor fun, historic bed & breakfasts, quaint shops, and wineries.

561 Blankenbaker Ln, 502-897-9845

Historic Locust Grove

KFC Yum! Center

1 Arena Plaza, 502-690-9000

1790 National Historic Landmark was the last home of Revolutionary War hero General George Rogers Clark. The visitors’ center houses a museum store & exhibit.

Louisville’s multi-purpose arena and home to University of Louisville basketball.

Thomas Edison House

Joe Huber's Family Farm 2421 Engle Road, Borden, IN, 812-923-5255 Tractor and wagons rides, pumpkin patch, farm market, corn maze, winery, and gift shop.

Cave Hill Cemetery

701 Baxter Ave, 502-584-8363 The final resting place of 5,000 Union soldiers from the Civil War, U.S. veterans of the SpanishAmerican War, World Wars I & II and the Korean Conflict, and George Rogers Clark, & Col. Harland Sanders.

Zachary Taylor National Cemetery

4701 Brownsboro Rd, 502-893-3852 This National Historic Landmark grave of Zachary Taylor, 12th President of the United States, and thousands of U.S. veterans.

HISTORIC HOMES

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729 E Washington St, 502-585-5247 Thomas Alva Edison lived in this 1850s shotgun duplex in the National Historic District of Butchertown. The museum features Edison’s bedroom & many of his inventions.

INDUSTRY TOURS Hadley Pottery 1570 Story Ave, 502-584-2171 www.hadleypottery.com

Pottery produced by “M. A. Hadley” has an international reputation & is highly prized by collectors. Tours Mon - Thurs at 2 pm.

Louisville Stoneware

731 Brent St, 502-582-1900, 800-626-1800 www.louisvillestoneware.com Witness artistry in the making at one of the nation’s oldest & most revered stoneware manufacturing firms,

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where skilled artisans create unique handmade, handpainted tableware, bakeware & more. Tours Mon - Fri 10:30 am & 1:30 pm, adults & children $7. Paint your own pottery Mon - Fri 10 am - 5 pm, last seating 3:30 pm.

Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft 715 W Main St, 502-589-0102

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

The award winning building, on historic Main St in the Museum District of downtown, holds four exhibition galleries, a permanent collection & a gallery shop featuring the work of over 300 regional artists.

800 W Main St, 502-588-7228 www.sluggermuseum.org

Portland Museum

The home of the Louisville Slugger, established in 1884, is the world’s largest manufacturer of baseball bats, producing over a million each year. Museum, tours, gift shop. Mon - Sat 9 - 5 pm, Sun noon - 5 pm.

2308 Portland Ave, 502-776-7678

MUSEUMS

S.A.R. Historical Museum

Museum about lower end of the Falls with a terrain model of the Falls of the Ohio, dioramas, and life-like mannequins.

1000 S 4th St, 502-589-1776

Louisville Visual Art Association River Rd & Zorn Ave, 502-896-2146 Founded in 1909, this national landmark is housed in Louisville’s historic 1860 Water Tower. There is an art gallery, an art workshop area and a gift shop.

Thomas Merton Center 2001 Newburg Rd, 502-452-8187 In the W. L. Lyons Brown Library at Bellarmine University, the center contains books, manuscripts & artifacts of the renowned Trappist monk & author Thomas Merton.

The National Headquarters of the Sons of the American Revolution Historical Museum features displays from the history of the U.S. as it emerged as a new nation to the Revolutionary War & Early American decorative arts.

Carnegie Center for Art & History

201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN, 812-944-7336 The center is a local history museum & contemporary art gallery featuring seven art exhibits annually & offers two permanent history exhibits.

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ATTRACTIONS Louisville Stoneware

731 Brent St, 502-582-1900, 800-626-1800 www.louisvillestoneware.com Downtown just off Broadway. Witness artistry in the making with a tour of one of the nation's oldest and most revered manufacturing firms. Watch talented artists at work creating functional art for your home and garden. Tour the "History of Stoneware" museum. Visit the factory retail showroom. Tours Mon - Fri 10:30 am & 1:30 pm, 8 or more by reservation only. Adults & children $7. Paint your own pottery at Studio One open Mon - Fri 10 am - 5 pm, last seating 3:30 pm. Showroom open Mon - Fri 10 am- 6 pm, Sat 10 am 5 pm.

Louisville MEGA Cavern

1841 Taylor Ave, 502-855-6342 www.louisvillemegacavern.com This ALL WEATHER attraction is a former limestone quarry with more than 4 million sq ft of space. Hop aboard an SUV-pulled tram & journey through part of 17 miles of underground passageways beneath the city of Louisville. Because you ride & never walk, this tour is especially convenient for parents with small children, seniors & the physically challenged. It's over 1 hour of fun for the entire family. While aboard, learn about geology, history, mining technology, recycling & even green building technology. Find out why this

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cavern was one of the best kept secrets in the U.S & why it was just opened to the public in April 2009 for tours. Historic tram tours offered mid-January through October 31. NOW OPEN: MEGA Zips, the world's first & only underground zip line adventure, featuring 2.5 hour guided tours with 5 underground zip lines & 3 challenge bridges that test your balance, skill & mettle. No tram tours Nov - Jan, during Lights Under Louisville, a holiday drive-through attraction. Call or check website for hours of operation & admission fees.

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Kart Kountry

Joe Huber's Family Farm

I-65 S exit 117, Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY, 502-543-9588 www.gokartkountry.com

829 W Main St, 502-753-5663

This family entertainment center, just 15 min S of Louisville, features the longest go-kart track in the world — over 1.5 miles! Five sizes & speeds of go-karts allow all ages to drive. There is also an 18-hole miniature golf course as well as a trampoline basketball game, bumper boats, & a huge air-conditioned game room offering new & classic arcade games. It's hours of fun for the whole family! Open hours vary during the offseason. Check the website for updated information.

Belle of Louisville The Wharf, 4th St & River Rd, 502-574-2992 An original of the steamboat era and a living, operating museum, offering river cruises, sightseeing trips, and special events for most of the year.

Kentucky Derby Museum

704 Central Ave (Churchill Downs), 502-637-1111 The world’s largest museum of its kind. Featuring hands-on computerized exhibits, 360-degree multi-media show, & the resident retired racehorse.

Muhammad Ali Center

144 N 6th St, 502-584-9254 An international cultural & educational center guided by the ideals of Muhammad Ali — respect, confidence, conviction, dedication, spirituality & giving.

Frazier History Museum 829 W Main St, 502-753-5663 Live interpretations by costumed interpreters, multimedia presentations, educational programming & hands-on learning. The only institution to have a partnership with the British Royal Armories, making it the only museum of its kind in the world.

Louisville Extreme Park

Tractor and wagons rides, pumpkin patch, farm market, corn maze, winery, and gift shop.

Bright Lights of Brooklawn Celebration, Dec 15 Brooklawn, 3121 Brooklawn Campus Drive, 502-515-0444 The children of Brooklawn cordially invite the community to their second annual Bright Lights celebration. Featuring tours of the cottages to see where the children live, art work, hot cocoa, and singing with the children around a huge Christmas tree. 5:30 7:30 pm. Free.

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Dec 15 - 16 Belle of Louisville A full breakfast buffet is part of the ticket, and activities for children will take place during the cruise. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on board to delight young and old. 10 am-noon daily.

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Family & Kids Christmas at the Galt House, through Jan 2 Galt House Hotel

This year’s Christmas at the Galt House Hotel event will unlock the magic of Christmas with the key attraction, KaLightoscope, the Christmas Village with Snow Fairy Castle attraction, a new KaLightoscope learning center, a life-size gingerbread castle, a gingerbread house contest, holiday show, breakfast and story time with Santa, “Help Santa Find the Key” children’s game; Mistletoe Marketplace, and three children’s activities.

The Polar Express™ 4-D Experience, through Jan 6

Science in Play, through Jan 1

Louisville Science Center, 727 W Main St, 502-561-6100 An amazing science play space created for young visitors and adult caregivers, Science in Play is a brand new custom exhibit that will delight the senses, inspire imagination, and tickle curious minds. Handson everyday science experiences come to life in six different activity zones, including the Sensory Forest, Testing Area, Big Build and Small Build, Science Depot, and the Shapes & Stuff Store. In each zone, innovative elements will be introduced that encourage children and their caregivers to build, test and engineer new science activities through experimental play.

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory 800 W Main St, 502-588-7228 www.sluggermuseum.org The Hillerich & Bradsby Co. complex includes a 120 ft, 68,000 lb bat at the entrance and a 24,000 sq ft museum with interactive displays, exhibits, and a film highlighting the history of the company and baseball’s greatest hitters. Museum guests conclude their visit with a tour of the factory where the Louisville Slugger bats are made. Year round Mon - Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun noon - 5 pm. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas. Admission $11 adults, $10 seniors, $6 kids, free for five & under.

Louisville Science Center & IMAX Theatre 727 W Main St, 502-561-6100 www.louisvillescience.org The Louisville Science Center, on historic West Main Street, features 40,000 square feet of hands-on fun and a four-story IMAX Theatre. Permanent exhibits include The World Around Us, which brings natural and earth sciences to life; The World Around Us, which lets you get to know the amazing body that's yours for life; The World We Create, a celebration of the creative thinking that makes scientific advancements possible; and KidZone. Exhibit admission $13, children 2 - 12 $11. IMAX only admission $7, combination tickets $18, children 2 - 12 $16. Sun - Thurs 9:30 am - 5 pm, Fri & Sat 9:30 am - 9 pm. Last admission is one hour before closing. Closed Thanksgiving, Dec 24 & 25.

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Ice Skating Outdoors

Outdoor Skating Rinks

Whether or not you’re attempting a triple salchow jump and beillman spin or just going for an hour or two of fun with friends and family, the time for outdoor ice skating rinks is here. Both Louisville and Southern Indiana have their own local outdoor rinks, so it’s convenient to skate no matter which side of the river you call home.

The Louisville ice rink is located at Fourth Street Live!, where it was erected for the holidays as part of Light Up Louisville. City government moved the celebration from its traditional location at Sixth and Jefferson in order to help businesses along the Fourth Street corridor. The portable skating rink uses synthetic ice that will keep the rink available even if temperatures stay above freezing. Brendan Patty, marketing director for Fourth Street Live!, said the rink was created using a polymer surface that allows visitors to skate like they’re really on ice, but doesn’t actually require a refrigeration system. The surface won’t melt, which Patty said will cut maintenance costs significantly. The rink will be open until Dec. 28. The fee for skating will be $5 an hour for adults and

$3 for children under 18. An all-day pass will cost $10 and an all-season pass $40. Skates can be rented for $2. The rink will operate Sunday from 11:30 am to 8 pm, Monday through Thursday from 11:30 am to 9 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 am to midnight. As for Southern Indiana, Jeffersonville’s most popular winter pastime can be found at the corner of Spring and Market Streets. The rink will be open through January 27, 2013 with the exception of Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Regular operating hours are Sunday through Thursday from noon to 9 pm and Friday and Saturday from noon to 10 pm. The cost to skate is $8 per person for groups of fewer than 10 people. Unlike Louisville, parking is free and plentiful around Jeffersonville, and the rink itself is made from real ice. Both locations will be selling hot chocolate, coffee, cider, and assorted other warm beverages at the rink locations. Make sure to bring your warmest clothes, as well as a sense of humor for those inevitable slips on the ice.

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Shopping

DOWNTOWN Louisville Stoneware 731 Brent St, 502-582-1900, 800-626-1800 www.louisvillestoneware.com Downtown just off Broadway. Visit this factory retail showroom where you’ll find exclusive functional art for your home & garden including dinnerware, bakeware, serving pieces & collectibles in new & classic designs, many of which can be customized. Open Mon - Fri 10 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm. Factory Tours Mon - Fri 10:30 am & 1:30 pm, adults & children $7. Paint Your Own Pottery at Studio One Mon - Fri 10 am - 5 pm, last seating 3:30 pm.

Love Boutique 140 W Jefferson St, 502-585-4627 www.louisvilleboutique.com Where naughty (and nice!) girls come to shop in downtown Louisville. The newest & best adult boutique in the metro area carries a large assortment of intimate accessories, lingerie, club wear and leisure attire. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable sales associates can guide you to the best products for your (and your special someone’s) individual needs. You’ll find all the newest DVD titles & the latest pleasurable personal accessories to fit everyone’s desires. Don’t leave Louisville until you see what Love Boutique has for you. Free parking. 9 am - 1 am.

Open at 9 am

1430 Mellwood Avenue • 502.560.1335 Mon-Sat 9-5 • Sun 12-5 www.crazydaisyantiquemall.com

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The Crazy Daisy Antique Mall

Bardstown Road Farmers Market

1430 Mellwood Ave, 502-560-1335 www.crazydaisyantiquemall.com

Bardstown Road Presbyterian Church, 1722 Bardstown Rd.

In the trendy East Main District, the mall features over 20,000 sq ft of antiques, vintage furniture & collectibles. Spanning the decades, the collection features top quality vintage jewelry, majolica pottery, English & French furniture & inspiring artwork. Hadley Pottery, Louisville Stoneware & Kentucky Derby memorabilia are always Kentucky favorites. The “Crazy Daisy Rough Room” on the lower level has lots of diamonds-in-the-rough. An outdoor courtyard features outdoor furniture, concrete urns & fountains & decorative wrought iron. Ample parking & handicap accessibility. Mon - Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun noon - 5 pm.

Saturdays 8 am -12 pm, year-round.

EAST END Hadley Pottery 1570 Story Ave, 502-584-2171 www.hadleypottery.com

Nulu: East Market District Association Market St, Main St & Jefferson St Art galleries, specialty stores, antique shops, and a growing number of local, upscale restaurants.

Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft 715 W Main St, 502-589-0102 Traditional and functional art, handcrafted items, four exhibition galleries, and a gallery shop.

Swanson Reed Contemporary Gallery

This maker of fine, handcrafted stoneware has been producing iconic pottery for nearly 70 years. Inspired by designs of renowned artist, Mary Alice Hadley, the ware is an American classic. The company produces dinnerware, decorative & collectible items & personalized pieces. Open stock is maintained in 15 patterns & near-perfect seconds are available at discounted prices. The factory store is open Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm, Sat 9 am - 1 pm.

638 East Market Street Exhibits of video, installation, photography, conceptual art, painting, performance, and sculpture.

Cake Flour 909 E. Market Street, Suite 100 Cakes, cookies, pastries, and more.

HIGHLANDS Douglass Loop Farmers Market 2005 Douglass Blvd. Saturdays 10 am – 2 pm, through Dec 22.

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Shopping

Oxmoor Center

Derby City Antique Mall

7900 Shelbyville Road, 502-426-3000

3819 Bardstown Rd, 502-459-5151 www.derbycityantiquemall.com Centrally located in the heart of Buechel. I-264 exit 16, south 1 mile. Don’t miss Louisville’s most charming antique mall in the old 1920s Hikes Grade School. Family owned & operated with over 150 dealers. You’ll find many wonderful treasures as you stroll through top quality booths filled with antique & vintage furniture from sophisticated Victorian to warm country primitive. The hallways are lined with lighted showcasess filled with antique toys, jewelry, elry, Derby memorabilia, advertising, vertising, art deco, glassware, are, china, sterling silver, knives and more. Open Mon - Sat 10 am 5 pm, Sun 1 5 pm. Enjoy full service lunch Tues - Sat 11 am - 4:30 pm, Sun brunch noon - 3:30 30 pm in the Cafe at Derby City Antique Mall. Handicapped accessible, ample parking, tour groups welcome.

Westport Village

More than 50 shops and restaurants, including American Eagle Outfitters, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Old Navy.

The Summit

4300 Summit Plaza Drive, 502-425-3441 More than 45 shops including J. Crew, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Banana Republic.

SOUTH Preslar’s Western Shop 3299 Fern Valley Rd, 502-969-9019 www.preslarswarehouse.com Preslar’s has been in the western business for more than 50 years. The store carries men’s and ladies’ western wear from HATS to BOOTS. They also stock a wide selection of western boots from Justin, Ariat, Dan Post, Lucchese, Durango & many others. There is a new home goods department, as well as a children’s section. Open Mon - Sat 10 am - 6:30 pm, Fri 10 am 8 pm, Sun noon - 5 pm.

Jefferson Mall 4801 Outer Loop, 502-968-4103 Over 100 stores including Dillard's, Macy’s, JC Penney and Sears.

Twice As Nice Consignment Shop

Corner of Westport Road & Lyndon Lane, 502-581-8800

4314 Taylor Boulevard, 502-367-6423

Outdoor specialty shopping village.

Consignment shop, specializing in clothes.

The Crazy Daisy Antique Mall

Target

1430 Mellwood Ave, 502-560-1335

9070 Dixie Highway, 502-933-1315

Over 20,000 sq ft of antiques, vintage furniture & collectibles.

Department store, featuring clothes, food, home goods, decorations, and electronics.

Mall St. Matthews

Burlington Coat Factory

5000 Shelbyville Rd, 502-893-0311 130 stores, including JC Penny, Forever 21, and Dillards.

9070 Dixie Highway, 502-935-1030 Department store, featuring the latest styles in fashion, and exceptional prices.

PRESLAR’S

WESTERN SHOP

www.PreslarsWarehouse.com 3299 Fern Valley Rd. 502-969-9019

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Louisville Stoneware

Find the perfect gift at Louisville Stoneware

Those looking to give the perfect gift this season will find what they seek in the fine, hand-crafted pottery and collectibles from Louisville Stoneware. Working by hand and from natural materials, the skilled artisans of Louisville Stoneware create timelessly beautiful dinnerware, bakeware, serving pieces, and collectibles that can be enjoyed and cherished for many generations. These artisans pride themselves on removing modern technology and machines from the process of creation, believing instead that the touch of human hands is better able to impart the grace, elegance, and striking imagery characteristic of their craft.

Louisville Stoneware was founded in 1815, making it one of the oldest stoneware companies in the US. Their specialty is decorating their unique gifts with Christmas and Kentucky Derby designs, giving it the perfect blend of local charm and seasonal relevance. They also do custom-made designs for an extra-personal gift. Dishes made at the factory have been proven to be safe for use in ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers, and because of the clay from which they’re made, they retain heat for keeping food warm.

At Louisville Stoneware's downtown location, visitors can fire up their imagination and paint their own unique pieces of art. Plates, mugs, bowls, figurines, platters, or other handcrafted keepsakes are all available for painting. Louisville Stoneware has a wide selection of “greenware” pieces waiting to become one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Visitors apply their own unique design, and the stoneware will be glazed, fired, and ready for pickup at Louisville Stoneware within 10 days. This is an especially fun option for kids, who’ll be delighted with the ability to put their own personalized touch on holiday keepsakes. Paint your own pottery studio hours are MonSat 10 am-5 pm, with last seating at 3:30 pm. Reservations are required for groups of six or more. Factory tours are available weekdays Mon-Fri at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, or by appointment for groups of 10 or more. Retail showroom hours are Mon-Fri 10 am 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm. Louisville Stoneware is located downtown at 731 Brent Street, directly off Broadway. They can be reached at 502-582-1900.

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DOWNTOWN

FireFresh BBQ

The Brown Hotel

211 S 5th St, 502-540-1171 8610 Dixie Hwy, 502-995-7585 81 Jeanie Dr, Shelbyville, KY, 502-647-7675 www.firefreshbbq.com

335 W Broadway, 502-583-1234 www.brownhotel.com A Louisville landmark since 1923, with English Renaissance architecture & Southern grace, the Brown Hotel offers two excellent dining options. The English Grill is the hotel’s AAA Four Diamond signature dining room serving contemporary American cuisine with seasonal & regional influences. Mon - Sat 6 - 9 pm. Reservations are recommended. For upscale casual ambiance, J. Graham’s Cafe, the home of the legendary “Hot Brown,” offers a bistro-style option for breakfast & lunch with several signature dishes, as well as hot & cold buffets featuring gourmet soups, salads & entrees — and a decadent dessert display.

Louisville’s Finest Gourmet Lunch Buffet. This fresh & delicious smoked barbecue is fingerlicking good. With three locations, the barbecue is available across the Greater Louisville area. The menu includes smoked pulled pork, chicken & ribs, wings & tenders with a variety of sauces & fresh salads. Offering dine-in, carry-out, delivery & catering. Downtown Mon Fri 11 am - 3 pm, Dixie Hwy & Shelbyville Sun - Thurs 11 am - 8 pm, Fri - Sat 11 am - 9 pm.

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J. GRAHAM’S CAFE Featuring gourmet soups, salads and entrees – and a decadent dessert display.

“The English Grill has emerged as the finest restaurant in the city.” – WINE SPECTATOR

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DOWNTOWN AT FOURTH & BROADWAY (502) 583-1234 • www.brownhotel.com

The Café

The Bard’s Town

712 Brent St, 502-589-9191

1801 Bardstown Rd, 502-817-1906

Bakery, bistro, and café, adjacent to the Louisville Antique Mall.

Coach Lamp Restaurant and Pub

Serves a menu filled with puns like Much Ado about Empanadas and The Taming of the Stew.

Day’s Espresso and Coffee

751 Vine St, 502-583-9165 Ribs, veal, and Cajun/Creole.

1420 Bardstown Rd, 502-456-1170

Come Back Inn

Coffeehouse and pastries.

Coco’s Chocolate Café

909 Swan St, 502-627-1777 Italian bistro and diner.

1759 Bardstown Rd, 502-454-9810

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Serving an all-chocolate menu, from house-made sweets to chocolate fondue to hot chocolate.

Cafe at Derby City Antique Mall

Cribstone Pub

3819 Bardstown Rd, 502-458-6111 www.derbycityantiquemall.com I-264 exit 16 SE, 1/2 mi from Hikes Ln in the Derby City Antique Mall. Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches & desserts highlight the menu plus a daily lunch special is available. Open for lunch Tues - Sat 11 am - 4:30 pm, brunch Sun noon - 3:30 pm. Private parties by reservation.

John E’s

3708 Bardstown Rd, 502-456-1111 www.johnesrestaurant.com At Hikes Ln, SE of the Watterson Expressway. This two-story log inn lends an intimate setting for dining pleasure. John E’s offers fine charcoal grilled prime steaks. Carefully selected & perfectly aged, the 32 oz T-bone is a masterpiece. Other selections include baby back ribs, charbroiled pork chops, fresh seafoods & Kentucky’s famous burgoo. Open Sun 11 am - 9:30 pm, Mon - Thurs 11:30 am - 10 pm, Fri & Sat 11:30 am -11 pm. Sunday brunch buffet 11 am - 2 pm. Lunch buffet & menu available Sun - Fri. Live light jazz Thurs, Fri & Sat. Cocktails & wine available. Major credit cards accepted. Private parties by reservation.

Oishii Sushi

2245 Bardstown Rd, 502-618-2829 Asian dishes and sushi.

1202 Bardstown Rd, 502-459-3339 A small surf-and-turf menu, with more surf than turf.

EAST END Lonnie’s Best Taste of Chicago 121 St. Matthews Ave, 502-895-2380 A diner-style restaurant offering concession foods (hot dogs, wings, gyros, polish sausage, etc.).

Equus 122 Sears Ave, 502-897-9721 Upscale restaurant with a focus on regional flavors.

Sakura Blue 4600 Shelbyville Road, 502-897-3600 Sushi restaurant with Tuesday night 1¢ sake.

Bazo’s Fresh Mexican Grill 4014 Dutchman's Ln, 502-899-9600 Fresh Mexican food at affordable prices.

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ACCOMMODATIONS VIP Rental Home

Texas Roadhouse

3322 Outer Loop, 502-962-7600 www.texasroadhouse.com Located at I-65 exit 127. Featured on Food Network’s “Unwrapped” & voted “Best Steakhouse in America” by “Restaurants & Institutions” magazine. Enjoy a relaxing evening with a bucket of peanuts, homemade bread, killer ribs, great steaks & a variety of chicken dishes, all at affordable prices. Full bar. Major credit cards accepted. Open Mon - Thurs 4 10 pm, Fri 4 - 11:30 pm, Sat 11:30 am 11:30 pm, Sun 11:30 am - 10 pm.

Vietnam Kitchen

5339 Mitscher Ave, 502-363-5154 Locally-renowned Vietnamese food, served in an out-of-the-way locale.

Granny’s Apron

2605 Rockford Ln, 502-449-9026 Country-style food the way Grandma used to make.

502-632-1771 www.viprentalhome.com Enjoy the privacy of your own home away from home. VIP offers guests a variety of locations, sizes & home styles. Homes are available for special Louisville events like the Kentucky Derby, Breeders’ Cup, Thunder Over Louisville, Ironman, Senior PGA or a short-term or long-term option at any time of year. Contact the Head Concierge by phone or at bcox@pallaspartners.com.

The Brown Hotel 335 W Broadway, 502-583-1234 www.brownhotel.com Classic, English Renaissance architecture defines The Brown. Of its opulent, two-story lobby with hand-painted, plaster-relief ceiling & marble floor, a “Southern Living” writer notes, “I love a grand hotel. I adore sweeping into a lavish lobby that looks as though it came straight from a 1930s movie set.” Downtown and 2 blocks from 4th Street Live! Complimentary airport shuttle & high speed wireless Internet. Since 1923, this elegant hotel has been Louisville’s long standing love.

Seelbach

500 South 4th Street, 502-585-3200

Siggy’s Pizza and Pub

5620 Barrett Ln, 502-937-0073 Cold beer and hot pizza.

Beijing

10986 Dixie Hwy, 502-632-1800 Pan-Asian, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean buffet.

Annie’s Pizza

2710 Rockford Ln, 502-449-2499 Italian, pizza, and subs.

Gilbert’s Bar and Grill

4950 Terry Rd, 502-448-7365

Four Diamond Luxury Hotel on the National Register of Historical Places, with a AAA 5 Diamond Restaurant, and a recent $12 million renovation.

Galt House 140 North 4th Street, 502-589-5200 State-of-the-art rooftop fitness center, in-room safes, business center, six restaurants and lounges.

Marriott 280 West Jefferson Street, 502-627-5045 AAA Four Diamond Convention Hotel, spacious rooms and suites, two restaurants and 35,000 square feet of event space.

Horseshoe bar, pool tables, and bar eats.

Dine In • Carry Out • Catering 10 % off any item

Plainview Village, 9816 Linn Station Road, 502-565-1220 26

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KaLightoscope

All of the symbols of Christmas are at their biggest and brightest this month at the Galt House Hotel’s KaLightoscope exhibition, on display now until December 31. It’s a spectacular profusion of lights that’s so extensive that it was featured on the Travel Channel’s “Christmas Crazy” show, and this year, it’s been expanded to contain all new, never-before-seen attractions. The main feature, KaLightoscope itself, is a 16,000 square-foot pavilion housing twelve themed sections of holiday sculptures made from light. These luminous Christmas displays are both secular and religious, and contain sections such as “Toyland,” the “Christmas Tree Maze,” and a “Nativity” scene. Some of the lighted sculptures are more than 24 feet tall, but even their sheer size doesn’t compare to the impressive stature of the Galt House’s gingerbread village. In this, KaLightoscope presents the world’s largest, life-size, hand-crafted gingerbread village made entirely from edible ingredients. More than half a ton of gingerbread, two thousand eggs, 450 pounds of flour, and sixteen hundred pounds of sugar were used in the production of the gingerbread village, which boasts a gingerbread path, lollipop Christmas trees, and a peppermint stick North Pole.

After visitors have explored the village, they can enjoy a nice cup of hot chocolate near the Gingerbread Snow Fairy Castle—but no eating the village! This is the first time that “Colors of the Season,” an interactive dinner show, will be performed. This show includes actors and a student choir that will share memories of Christmases past through performances and song, while in-house chefs prepare a gourmet three-course meal. Lunch and dinner shows are ongoing through December 24. KaLightoscope also includes Santa and his elves, the Mistletoe Marketplace, a learning center explaining how the KaLightoscope luminaries are made, the Peppermint Express child’s train ride through the Candy Cane Forest, Mr. Sugar Pine the Talking Animatronic Tree, and the Christmas Village with Snow Fairy Castle and resident Snow Fairy Princess. Christmas at the Galt House Hotel and KaLightoscope are open Monday-Saturday 10 am 8 pm, Sundays noon - 6 pm. Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day hours are noon 6 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Ticket prices vary; check online for appropriate tickets and to make reservations.

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NIGHT LIFE DOWNTOWN The Brown Hotel 335 W Broadway, 502-583-1234 www.brownhotel.com The Lobby Bar at this 1923 Louisville landmark hotel, with its opulent hand-painted, two-story ceiling, is an ideal place to spend an elegant evening. A light fare menu is available & a pianist entertains on Thurs. & Fri evenings. Open Mon Sun 4 pm - 2 am.

Garage Bar 700 E Market St, 502-749-7100 Specialty drinks and wood-fired pizzas with a Southern perspective.

Angel's Rock Bar 432 South 4th Street, 502-540-1461 Rock n' roll nightclub with a weekly lineup of entertainment.

RiRa Irish Pub 445 South 4th Street, 502-587-1825 Victorian era Irish pub.

Howl at the Moon 434 South 4th Street, 502-562-9400 Rock 'n' roll dueling piano bar.

BARDSTOWN ROAD & HIGHLANDS John E’s 3708 Bardstown Rd at Hikes Ln, 502-456-1111 www.johnesrestaurant.com This historic, two-story log inn is located just SE of the Watterson Expressway. Relax to live light

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jazz by J-Word with Eddie Humphries on sax & flute & Barbara Polk on vocals Thurs, Fri & Sat evenings in the Patio Room. Happy Hour 3 - 7 pm daily.

Flannigan's Ale House 934 Baxter Avenue, (502) 585-3700 Wide variety of craft and imported beers as well as a full range of spirits.

O'Shea's Irish Pub 956 Baxter Avenue, 502-589-7373 Wide variety of craft and imported beers as well as a full range of spirits.

Molly Malone's Pub 933 Baxter Avenue, 502-473-1222 Traditional Irish pub fare and Irish libations.

Holy Grale 1034 Bardstown Rd, 502-459-9939 Housed in an old church, this bar specializes in craft beer and has an ever-changing beer menu.

ST. MATTHEWS Molly Malone's Irish Pub 3900 Shelbyville Road, 502-882-2222 Traditional Irish pub, with Irish fare and American cuisine.

Gerstle's Place 3801 Frankfort Avenue, 502-742-8616

Bluegrass Brewing Company 3929 Shelbyville Road, 502-899-7070 Local Brewpub, serving American Pale Ale, Dark Star Porter, Nut Brown Ale, Bluegrass Gold, Altbier, Luna de Miel Raspberry Meade and seasonal beers.

Tin Roof 3921 Shelbyville Road, 502-895-1914 Drink specials and live entertainment.

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