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MAY 5, 2016 — Issue 112

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Expert offers Kentucky Derby wagering tips

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ecause we care so much about your finan500.” The two will sign a copy of the book and cial well-being, inside today’s SoIn you’ll donate it Monday at the New Albany-Floyd find tips on how to bet on horseracing. If County Public Library. you’re like me, you walk away from Churchill We all know the Kentucky Derby is the Downs with more losing tickets than green curmore superior of the two races, but the Indy rency on most occasions. OK, every occasion.

500 has its appeal. The library is one of only Have you ever looked at all those tickets lit40 libraries in Indiana selected to receive a tering Churchill’s’ hallowed grounds and think, copy of the book.

JASON THOMAS “wonder if that one might be a winner...” Me too.

If The Oaks on Friday is not your bag, check SoIn Editor You might recognize today’s centerpiece out a showing of “Seabiscuit” on Friday at because it’s the same one that ran last year, with Clarksville’s newly christened Gateway Park. fresh photos. But the information is just as useful as it Officials view the facility as a vital cog in the town’s was a year ago. Heed the expert’s advice and you might revitalization plans. walk away from Churchill on the plus side.

A sure bet, no doubt.

In other racing news, inside today’s SoIn is a story about a book signing from two Indianapolis 500 histo— Jason Thomas is the editor of SoIn. He can be reached by rians. Donald Davidson and Rick Schaffer penned “Auphone at 812-206-2127 or email at jason.thomas@newsandtribune.com. Follow him on Twitter: @ScoopThomas. tocourse: Official Illustrated History of the Indianapolis

Colorful craft for summertime SOIN THE KNOW

• WHAT: Family Fun Workshop • WHEN: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 14

• WHERE: Carnegie Center for

Art and History, 201 E. Spring St., New Albany • INFO: Registration is appreciated by calling 812-944-7336 or emailing Delesha Thomas at dthomas@carnegiecenter.org NEW ALBANY — Not quite sure what to do with leftover, broken crayons? Try this colorful activity at the Carnegie Center for Art and History’s May 14 Family Fun Workshop.

Ground-up crayons supplied by the Carnegie Center, 201 E. Spring St. New Albany, will be used to create “confetti” that can be sprinkled on top of a design made with glue. This is a colorful craft to kick off summer-

time, a Carnegie news release stated.

The New Albany-Floyd County Public Library’s annual Pet Fair is also on Saturday, May 14, from noon to 3 p.m., and Family Fun attendees are encouraged to come join the fun at the Pet Fair after the workshop ends. The Pet Fair is held in the Library’s Scribner parking lot located at the corner of Spring and Scribner, just three blocks down the street from the Carnegie Center.

This drop-in workshop is free and open to the first 60 participants, suggested ages 2-12. Registration is appreciated by calling 812-9447336 or emailing Delesha Thomas at dthomas@carnegiecenter.org.

Participants should arrive no later than 11:30 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Family Fun Workshops are sponsored by Tri Kappa of New Albany and the Carnegie Center, Inc.

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Where to go and be seen in Southern Indiana

¡AY CARUMBA! • WHAT: Cinco De Mayo Fiesta • WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 5 • WHERE: Strassweg Auditorium, New

Albany-Floyd County Public Library, 180 W. Spring St., New Albany • INFO: 812-949-3523 Experience a cultural celebration at the upcoming Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will feature free Mexican food, plus a variety of entertainment options. Guests can enjoy music and then watch an inspired performance by Arco Iris Latino, a Louisville, Kentucky based dance troupe that will showcase traditional Mexican dances while dressed in colorful costumes. Kids can spend time playing games and participating in fun activities, including breaking open a piñata.

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MOTHER KNOWS BEST

SADDLE UP WITH SEABISCUIT

• WHAT: Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show • WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 8 • WHERE: The Grand, 138 East Market St., New Albany

• COST: $40 • INFO: Call 812-949-4238 or 812-944-1111.

The Arts Council of Southern Indiana will sponsor a Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show, 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, May 8, at The Grand, 138 East Market St., New Albany. The afternoon will include a queen for the day basket for one lucky mother, crowns for all mothers and a box of chocolates.

Individual tickets are $40 each. For more information call the Arts Council of Southern Indiana, 812-949-4238 or Pat Harrison at 812-944-1111.

• WHAT: Movie in the park, ‘Seabiscuit’ • WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday, May 6 • WHERE: Gateway Park, 500 Little League Blvd., Clarksville

• COST: Free • INFO: 812-283-5313

On the eve of the Kentucky Derby, enjoy the 2003 film “Seabiscuit,” dusk, 8 p.m., shown outdoors in Clarksville’s new Gateway Park, 500 Little League Blvd. Enjoy the true story of how the American thoroughbred inspired the nation during WWII. The film is rated PG-13. At first the horse struggles to win, but eventually Seabiscuit becomes one of the most successful thoroughbreds of all time.

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Derby wagering a matter of keeping it simple

Editor’s note: This story appeared in the April 30, 2015, issue of SoIn.

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nd they’re off! How did you pick your Kentucky Derby horse?

Turns out there’s no tried and true method to make bank betting on the ponies at Churchill Downs on Saturday.

But there a few tricks that could thicken your wallet for a post-Derby dinner.

Just remember: The odds are never in your favor.

“The system is set up for the track to make money, not necessarily for bettors to make money,” said Mike Hogan, digital product director for the Daily Racing Form, or DRF, and part of the DRF’s Players Podcast. “Over time the track takes 15 to 25 percent of every dollar wagered.

“Even if you break even you’re beating a lot of the rest of the players long-term.”

Follow Hogan’s advice and you might just leave Churchill Downs with a smile — knowing you’ve beaten the odds.

THE MAGIC NUMBER Deciphering the mumbo jumbo of statistical information on every Derby contender can be overwhelming. Hogan likens reading a racing form or program for the casual fan to cracking the code of an ancient writing method.

“It’s very odd, almost like reading hi-

eroglyphics,” he said, “to find out what all these numbers mean, how it translates into something visceral, which is watching a horse run fast.”

So keep it basic and focus on one key number: the Beyer Speed Figure. The Beyer Speed Figures are a numerical representation of a horse’s performance, based on the final time and the inherent speed over the track on which the race was run, according to DRF. The higher the Beyer Speed Figure, the better the performance.

Anything around 100 and the horse is a Derby contender.

Look for the bold number to the right of the name of the race in the Daily Racing Form.

“If I could tell people one thing (about wagering) it’s the Beyer figure,” Hogan said.

“It’s certainly a good starting point.”

HOW TO BET Just like with reading a program, simplicity is golden when placing bets. Let’s face it: Very few, if any of us, are professional handicappers. The fact that the Derby has a big field plays to your advantage.

“The nice thing about the Kentucky Derby is it’s the only race in North

Allison Reichenbach, Nashville, Tenn., looks on during the running of the 141st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville last year. Jockey Victor Espinoza and American Pharoah won the race. | FILE PHOTOS

Jockey Victor Espinoza and American Pharoah, right, are pictured ahead of Gary L. Stevens and Firing Line after crossing the finish line during the 141st Kentucky Derby last year.

America to have 19 to 20 horses in the same race,” Hogan SIX SIMPLE STEPS said. “What that means even at post time the favorite in a Information from DRF’s Wagering and Winning guide: drf.

10-horse field may pay $3 on a $2 bet.” com Which is why, for the casual bettor, Hogan recommends 1. RECENCY: Always note dates of a horse’s most recent picking a couple of horses and placing a $2 bet on each to races. A horse racing at regular and consistent intervals win. Or to broaden your chances, place a $2 bet across the — ideally every two to four weeks — is probably fit. A board (win, place or show) on a few horses and let luck horse that’s been away for awhile may have been sick or fly. (If they place in the top three, you win). unsound.

For a more lucrative bet, Hogan suggested a $1 exac2. CAREER RESULTS: The career box, in the upper right ta box in which you pick three horses to finish first and corner of the past performances, gives you the lowdown on second in either order (costing $6 total). the horse’s lifetime accomplishments, broken Or keep it simple and place a $1 exacta GETTING HELP down into a variety of categories. Compare Gambling addiction can be box choosing two horses, costing $2, these statistics to the rest of the field to help find a serious illness. Here are also to finish first and second in either the winner. resources in seeking help: order.

3. HUMAN CONNECTIONS: The abilities “Over the past four to five years, the Indiana Gaming Commission: of jockey and trainer are extremely important 1-800-994-8448; in.gov/igc $1 exacta has paid over $100,” Hogan when assessing a horse’s chances of winning.

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Gamblers Anonymous: 213ond, the $1 exacta box paid $1,037.30.

4. BEYER SPEED FIGURES: See Mike Ho386-0030; gam-anon.org Mine that Bird also paid $103.20 to win. Voluntary Exclusion State gan’s advice above.

Easy money.

5. LAST FINISH: Each horse’s running lines Program: 317-234-3600 Betting on the Derby need not be National Program Gaming tells you how a horse performed in its prior racHotline: 800-522-4700 stressful, especially for the casual fan, es. The last number tells you how he finished. which is why Hogan has one important 6. RUNNING STYLE: Most horses will derule. velop a certain running style, like “stalker.” If there is only “The only other thing that is key is to have some fun,” one horse that likes to race on or near the early lead can he said. “It’s a great sport, it’s a really fun day of racing. often get away with an easy lead and have plenty of energy Just approach it that way, and even if you lose a few for a stretch run. If there are many horses with early speed, bucks, you’ll still come out a winner.” they can establish a fast pace and tire late, setting up for a — Assistant Editor Jason Thomas “closer.”

BETTING MANNERS What to say at the betting windows: 1. Say the track.

2. Say the amount of your wager.

3. Say the type of wager you wish to make.

4. Say the number of the horse(s) involved in your wager.

— Copyright 2015 by Daily Racing Form LLC. Reprinted with Permission of the Copyright owner.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR The Ears: If a horse’s ears are cocked at a 45 degree angle, it’s a great sign. A disinterested horse’s ears will appear limp and lifeless. Overactive ears suggest the potential for skittishness and excitability.

The Head: Look for horses whose heads are held high with straight necks. They’re ready to go.

The Tail: Some handicappers look for horses whose tails are moving. They believe active, outstretched tails indicate horses that want to race.

The Post Position: Horses toward the inside of the track usually have an advantage because the distance they travel is actually shorter than the other horses.

The Consistency Factor: Look in your program to find out how many times a horse has finished “in the money”(top three) compared to how many times it has raced.

The higher the win percentage, the better your chances.

The Jockey: Jockeys with winning records know how to get the most out of their animals. Look in the program to find their past records, then pick a winner.

Visit the Clarksville OTB at 650 Eastern Blvd.; Phone: 812-280-1013 — Indiana Grand Racing Casino [indianagrand.com]

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ENTERTAINMENT

MOVIES: MAY 6

é “Captain America: Civil

War” “Mothers & Daughters”

This week's entertainment releases

ALBUMS: MAY 6

é “Detour” by Cyndi Lauper

“Ripcord” by Keith Urban

BOOKS: MAY 10 é “The Secret War” by Max Hastings “Teddy and Me” by Michael Savage

Go on a grand adventure SOIN THE KNOW

• WHAT: Family Adventure Day • WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 7

• WHERE: Wonder Valley Christian Church, Salem

• INFO: 812-883-4964 SALEM — Wonder Valley Christian Camp will host “Family Adventure Day” on Saturday, May 7, to kick-off the summer 2016 camp season. The free, open-house style event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the camp, located just off Dog Trot Road, west of Salem. This special event is open to any past or potential campers and their families and friends to explore the facilities and activities that Wonder Valley has to offer.

The Family Adventure Day was created to highlight attractions of the camp, such as Pioneer Camp tours, rock climbing, an air-rifle shooting range, mini-zipline rides, mini-golf, Ultimate Frisbee, crafts, food, prizes and much more.

“We are excited for families unfamiliar with Wonder Valley to catch a glimpse of what campers experi-

Participants at Family Adventure Day can try out the rock climbing wall at Wonder Valley Christian Camp, along with many other activities. | SUBMITTED PHOTO ence every summer,” camp manager Dan Owsley said in a news release.

“While it’s not possible to have some of our bigger attractions, like our pool, four-stage zip line and water slide, open that day, visitors will get a good idea of what we have to offer.”

More details and a list of activities featured during the day can be found on the camp’s website, www.wondervalleycamp.com, or on the Wonder

Valley Camp Facebook page. Details for age-specific summer camps are also available on the web.

Wonder Valley Christian Camp is a non-profit facility that specializes in youth summer camps, adult and youth retreats, team-building and leadership training. The camp has been a part of the community since 1946. For more information, contact the camp at 812883-4964.

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LOCAL SOIN HAPPENINGS Feeling left out? Send your establishment’s and/or organization’s upcoming events/new features/entertainment information to SoIn Editor Jason Thomas at jason.thomas@ newsandtribune.com

LIVE MUSIC AT HUBER’S

• WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sunday • WHERE: Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards

Saturday, May 7: no music; Sunday, May 8 Carl Stuck; Saturday, May 14: Josh Glauber and Jeff Guernsey; Sunday, May 15 Me and You; Saturday, May 21: Dean Heckel, Sunday, May 22 Petar Mandic; Saturday, May 28: Maddy Lobeck, Sunday, May 29: Corey & Stacey

LIVE MUSIC AT WICK’S

• WHAT: Live on State • WHERE: Wick’s, 225 State St., New Albany

Saturday, May 7: The Killer Lips; Friday, May 13: Johnny Berry & The Outliers; Saturday, May 14: Radiotronic; Friday, May 20: Paul Kaszubski; Saturday, May 21: Rick Monroe; Friday, May 27: J.D. Shelburne; Saturday, May 28: Full House Party

BANK STREET BREWHOUSE

• WHAT: Live music • WHERE: Bank Street Brewhouse, 415 Bank St., New Albany

• WHO/WHEN: Friday, May 6, 7 to 10 p.m.: Chris Wigley;

Friday, May 13, 7 to 9 p.m.: Thunder Wrane; Saturday, May 14, 7 to 9 p.m.: Margarette Evans; Friday, May 20, 7 to 9 p.m.: Meadow Ryann; Saturday, May 21, 7 to 10 p.m.: Los Luddites; Friday, May 27, 7 to 10 p.m.: Crittenden Haywood Jr. and Free Estate; Saturday, May 28, 7 to 10 p.m.: CJ Cumberland 7 p.m. every Tuesday: Tuesday Night Talent Review

CORYDON LIVE

• WHAT: Live country music • WHERE: 220 Hurst Lane, Corydon • INFO: Admission, adults $12; children 6-12, $7; under 6,

free. For tickets call 812-734-6288.

Saturday, May 7: Derby Concert: Jerry Tittle, Libby Lowry, and The Corydon LIVE Band; Saturday, May 14: Rye Davis in concert; Corydon LIVE Band, Rye Davis Band; Saturday, May 21: Bicentennial Concert: Mary Kutter, David Graves, Leigh Anne Cooper, and Hank Rose; May 28: Memorial Weekend Concert: Clinton Spaulding, Rachel Coogle, Terry Schmelz

ENJOY PHOTOS OF NATURE

• WHAT: ‘Amazing Nature’ • WHEN: Through June 3 • WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E.

Court Ave., Jeffersonville.

Info: visit jefflibrary.org; or call 812-285-8599.

The photography exhibit “Amazing Nature” by Christine Hayden will be on display through Friday, June 3, at the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville.

GET MOONED AT PARK

• WHAT: Full Moon Hike • WHEN: May 21 • WHERE: Charlestown State Park, 12500 Ind. 62, Charles-

town Full Moon Hike, Charlestown State Park, 12500 Ind., 62, Charlestown, 10 p.m., May 21, on Trail 5. Trail 5 is out shortest trail, but still has a couple hills. Good trail for new night hikers. Participants will meet in the Campground Parking lot for this one-hour hike. Bring good shoes, a hiking stick and a red flashlight for this experience unlike any other.

Park admission, $7 for Indiana residents, $9 for out-of-state.

HANDMADE MARKET AND VINTAGE, TOO

• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 14 • WHERE: Preservation Station, 100 Preservation Place,

Jeffersonville Handmade Market and Vintage, Too offers a variety of handmade delights and vintage treasures at Preservation Station.

Additional Handmade Markets and Vintage, Too will take place on May 14, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, and Oct. 8. The market provides an opportunity for artists, makers, and vintage sellers to offer a variety of goods to the public on a regular basis right in the heart of bustling downtown Jeffersonville just half a block from the Big Four Walking Bridge.

ENJOY A SPOT OF TEA

• WHAT: Mother’s Day Tea • WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 8 • WHERE: The Grand, 138 East Market St., New Albany

The Arts Council of Southern Indiana will sponsor a Mother’s Day tea and fashion show, 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday May 8, at The Grand, 138 East Market St., New Albany. The afternoon will include a queen for the day basket for one lucky mother, crowns for all mothers and a box of chocolates. Individual tickets are $40 each. For more information call the Arts Council of Southern Indiana, 812-949-4238 or Pat Harrison at 812-944-1111.

WALK THROUGH THE FIELDS

• WHAT: Pasture Walk • WHEN: 3 p.m. May 23 • WHERE: Farm of Mike and Debbie Shelburne, 5005 Bull

Creek Road, Charlestown.

• INFO: Call 812-256-4591 to register to participate. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Getting the Pasture Established and Keeping it Productive is a top priority not only for cattlemen but also for, sheep and goat farmers. Year in year out, the problem of weeds in pastures and how to bring them under control so as to increase pasture productivity and quality can be daunting. The effective management of weeds in pastures require the use of multiple strategies that include having a well-established pasture from the get go. Maintaining the productivity of pasture after it has established also means adopting strategies that are both effective and cost saving.

This is a festival featuring nine Indiana wineries with the opportunity for you to taste and purchase their wines by the glass or bottle. Food trucks will be on site for your dinning pleasure.

Proceeds benefit Safety Town of New Albany.

Saturday May 14th, 12:30PM-6:00PM Floyd County Fairgrounds 2818 Green Valley Road, New Albany Indiana Purchase Pu tickets from a Pilot Club member ber or online

www www.sunnysidewf.wix.com/sswf sswf

Participating wineries: Quibble Hill Winery, Depauw Best Vineyards Winery, Elizabeth Scout Mountain Winery, Corydon Mallow Run Winery, Bargersville River City Winery, New Albany Ertel Cellars Winery, Batesville Turtle Run Winery, Corydon Harmony Winery , Fishers Windy Knoll Winery, Vincennes