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INDEX

Sports Card Chronicle �� 17 Catnip ��18 High School Sports ��19

Society Let’s Dance Louisville ��22 Champions Night in The Mansion ��23 2017 Big Event �� 24 The Voice Summer Release Party ��25 The Vinings of Hurstbourne Grand Opening ��28 Teri Dryden Reception ��29 Cheers to 50 Years ��30 Demo Day Bourbon and Breakfast �� 31 Modern Thinkers Social Series Vol� 1 ��32 LRH Landowners’ Picnic ��34 MADS Live Music ��35 Partyline ��36

Life Spotlight: Misters for MS ��38 Spotlight: The Power of One Mix & Mingle ��39 Tastes: Cooking @ Millie’s �� 40

Features

Nuptials: Danielle Kidwell & Matthew Cuculic �� 44

Dancing Makes a Difference

On the Cover

Voice of Style: Fourth of July Accessories �� 46

Let’s Dance Louisville is about so much more than waltzes and mambos�� 4

A New Venture for an NFL Star

Breno Giacomini and the team at Sullivan’s Tap House anticipate an excellent future �� 10

Highland Roofing Stays on Top

Highland Roofing continues to maintain its enviable legacy �� 12

Essentials Masthead ��5 Business Briefs�� 13 Obituaries�� 14

Event Calendar �� 48 Dear Abby �� 49 Classifieds �� 50

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Puzzles ��51 Pets of the Week��51

Taunya Eshenbaugh emerged victorious in Let’s Dance Louisville� Photo by Bill Wine

PHOTO BY BILL WINE

The thing I love the most about this week’s feature on Let’s Dance Louisville, besides, of course, the incredible amount of money that Cathedral of the Assumption was able to raise for Sandefur Dining Hall, is how the story traces the long-lasting friendship of Taunya Eshenbaugh, the Overall Champion, and Andre Wilson, the Judge’s Choice winner. As Brent Owen details in his story, the pals cleverly conspired to increase their fundraising potential by playing out a pretend rivalry publicly on social media. They challenged their followers to donate money by promising to shame the other with the reveal of some questionable style choices. Besides an obvious contribution to the ozone depletion, there was really nothing that embarrassing, but I, along with many others in the city, could not get enough of their playful banter and hilarious hijinks. We now know that both Taunya and Andre were on the cutting edge of fashion in the ’90s, just as they are today. How refreshing that they were able to use that history together for the good of their community. Rising seniors all over the commonwealth have spent the last two weekends checking in for their five-week Governor’s Scholars Program on the campuses of Morehead State, Murray State and Northern Kentucky University, and it evokes fond memories for me. I credit the program as being one of the most defining times of my life, and that summer I experienced a tremendous amount of growth both academically and personally. It was where I learned to think critically and challenge authority when necessary, and it was the first time I had ever even heard the word diversity. Coincidentally, I met the man who Tonya Abeln would become my husband there, and looking back, over 20 years later, it is still where I formed some of my most genuine and longlasting friendships – a few with whom I have recently reconnected. I wouldn’t trust my 15-year-old self to make many decisions in my life today, but it turns out she was equipped to make some of the most important ones when it came to surrounding herself with good people. And I say that not because they too hold the digital power to launch an epic shame spree on me, should they so choose. I encourage you this summer to reconnect with an old friend or to reinvest in a friendship that you thought was lost. Like Taunya and Andre’s, oftentimes our friendships are what push us to perform at our very best; and if you’re lucky, together you can channel that connectivity for good.

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I“ knew if I committed to it, it would benefit the charity, I would have fun doing it and it might take my thought process from where it was to a better place.”

— Taunya Eshenbaugh

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MAKES A DIFFERENCE Story by Brent Owen | Photos by Bill Wine

Jani Szukk and Taunya Eshenbaugh waltz to “E Pari Ra.”

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Overall hampions Jani Szukk and Taunya Eshenbaugh.

Judges’ Choice winners Irina Morozova and Andre Wilson.

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W hen most people think about “Dancing with the Stars,” they don’t think of Louisville, Kentucky. Images of Warren Sapp waltzing across the stage come to mind. Or Kristi Yamaguchi jiving in that sequined bowtie. Or Donny Osmond claiming the coveted mirror ball trophy. But Let’s Dance Louisville is a charity benefit that brings a touch of the disco limelight to our city. It is a “Dancing with the Stars”-style competition that pits local celebs against one another to raise money for charity. More specifically, for Sandefur Dining Hall. If Sandefur Dining Hall doesn’t sound familiar, then you probably haven’t driven or walked around Fourth Street Live! at lunchtime. Tucked away just off Muhammad Ali Boulevard, Sandefur Dining Hall provides free lunches daily for the homeless and less fortunate members of our community. They operate out of the Cathedral of the Assumption in the alley between Fourth and Fifth streets. It’s well known to the people in the neighborhood who have come to affectionately refer to it as Bologna Alley. The daily gift of service from the volunteers at Sandefur is a beautiful display of compassion. In fact, it is merely the latest display of compassion from Cathedral of the Assumption’s congregation, which has a long history of such acts in our community. During The Great Depression, the church’s staff and parishioners handed out cheese sandwiches from the front steps of the Cathedral Rectory on Fifth Street. It was a desperate time for our city. While in the throes of the nationwide economic turmoil, Louisville was also nearly decimated by the Great Flood of 1937. And yet, the Cathedral gave what they could with what little they had – cheese sandwiches for the starving. Eventually, their mission moved off the street to a fold-down hatch in the alley behind the Cathedral. As the economic strain started to wear away, they began adding bologna to their cheese sandwiches, hence the nickname “Bologna Alley.” The program expanded in 2002 when the kitchen received a gift from Brown & Williamson in memory of Thomas E. Sandefur Jr., a former chairman and chief executive for the company, allowing them to renovate and modernize the facility. Sandefur

Dining Hall was officially opened on January 7, 2002. Today, they serve 65,000 meals a year with operating costs at around $250,000, proving kindness and compassion don’t always come cheap. It’s an important legacy that Let’s Dance Louisville supports. Taunya Eshenbaugh of Delta Dental, who was awarded the highly sought-after Overall Mirror Ball at this year’s June 17 event estimates that well over $100,000 was raised that night. Eshenbaugh impressively raised over $30,000 on her own. The staggering figure comes from the generosity of our city, the sponsors and the hard work put in by the performers and instructors alike, all of whom donated time and effort to put on an entertaining show. Eshenbaugh, having had two friends participate in the competition in previous years, was well aware of Sandefur Dining Hall’s mission and the Let’s Dance Louisville event when she signed on. She also understood the sweat, tears and, in some cases, even blood that would be required once she committed. Eshenbaugh shared that a series of private tragedies had taken a toll on her over the last few years and she thought a goal and a cause like Let’s Dance Louisville might be the perfect distraction from negativity. “I thought, ‘What a great way to focus on someone else,’” she recounts. “It let me put my energy into this charity. Why focus on the things happening around you that you can’t control? And personally, I got to dance through all of those emotions. And I knew if I committed to it, it would benefit the charity, I would have fun doing it and it might take my thought process from where it was to a better place.” Not long after she committed, she bumped into her childhood friend Andre Wilson at a mutual friend’s Christmas party. He shared that he too had committed to dancing in this year’s Let’s Dance Louisville competition. Nothing gets a fire burning like heated competition between old friends. That night, she proposed a friendly social media feud, to which Wilson eagerly agreed. And by the time they left the party, a storm was brewing. “We have all the same friends, so there was a lot of Facebook banter,” she says of the friendly exchanges. “I would wake up and there would be a picture of me from 1984, rocking that big hair. He would say something like, ‘What do you all

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think? Should Taunya rock this hair for Let’s Dance Louisville?’” “I posted a picture of her,” Wilson recalls, “where she was wearing a leather outfit. I don’t know why she did. It was a biker mom kind of thing.” At the time of his posting, she had raised $1,300 total. People started begging her for a response, but she played the game wisely and told them she wouldn’t rebut until she had raised $1,500. A few hours later, she was over $1,700. Because they are both respected business professionals in the community, each vetted the photos that the other would post primarily to keep it all in the name of fun and not to jeopardize one another’s careers. “The amount of traffic we got on that stuff was insane,” Eshenbaugh laughs. “I’d run into people on the street and they’d say, ‘Did you see the picture Andre posted of you today?’” “We thought it would get the conversation started,” Wilson says of the public feud. “I’ve known Taunya for almost 30 years. I had some old pictures. She had some old pictures. She’d post and then I’d post a response. I found her in the outdated clothes from the 1980s and 1990s. It was just fun taking a few jabs, letting people make fun of you for a while. It was all in jest and for a good cause.” Never losing sight of the greater cause, every post was tagged #letsdancelouisville.

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Emcees Kevin Harned and Shannon Cogan.

When Eshenbaugh wasn’t in a war of words with her old friend, she was at Derby City Ballroom working on her routine. It all came together with the help of her dance instructor and competition partner Jani Szukk. “The instructors are amazing,” she shares. “They have to work with 12 strong-minded business people who don’t like to be told what to do and then train them to do something they aren’t comfortable with.” Going in, she wasn’t exactly sure what style of dance she wanted her performance to be. All she did know was that being a role model for three daughters, she was certain she didn’t want to get as risque as some of the routines you’ll see on television. With that in mind, they decided on doing a traditional waltz. Once that had been determined, it was time to agree on the important decision of a song. The ideal song took three weeks to find. “Most of the waltzes he brought me were so slow,” Eshenbaugh says. “I was coming out of such a bad time in my life – I wanted something upbeat.” After weeks of back and forth, they finally landed on a song by a New Zealand singer/songwriter Hayley Westenra called “E Pari Ra.” Once they had the perfect song, it was all about choreography and hundreds of hours of rehearsal. Eshenbaugh decided to bring her daughters in on the fun to make this a family project. She started with a family trip downtown to Sandefur Dining Hall. “We went as a family to prep and serve the food. I wanted them to know that the work, the dresses, the makeup – that’s just to get

Emcees Ben Davis and Kelly K.

people to the event. But these people are really who all of this is for.” As for Andre Wilson, his journey to the dance floor began over coffee. It was a conversation with Peggy Hagerty Duffy, dancer coordinator for Let’s Dance Louisville. “On my way there,” he explains, “I thought, ‘If she asks me to dance, there’s no way I’m doing it. I can’t put myself out there like that.’” But once she explained the event and the charity it was benefiting, Wilson had a change of heart. “I stopped thinking about me and mine and my comfort zone. I thought about how uncomfortable it is to not know where you’re sleeping or where you’re going to get clothes or what the weather is going to be. But to at least know every day that you will have something to eat has to be a relief. Anything I can do to help that, I’m on board. In that moment, it became all about them.” Typically, as business leaders with families and various other obligations, the biggest challenge for the performers every year is committing the amount of time necessary to compete. “I think we all innately want to do something good, or something for someone else,” Wilson says of finding the time. “But life is happening to us every day, from getting the kids ready for school to pressure at work. We want to do good. We just don’t have time to fathom that people are hungry. So for me, this was a chance to raise money and bring awareness to a place that manages to feed the hungry every single day.” Wilson had a somewhat clearer vision of what he wanted than Eshenbaugh did

in the beginning. He was paired up with dance partner Irina Morozova. They very quickly determined that his was going to be a rumba/hip-hop fusion, complete with back-up dancers and a live musical performance incorporated. When it came to the song, Wilson wasn’t content with just one, so he entrusted Amped Studios to put together his own original mash-up just for this performance. “Why pick only one song? Especially when you can squeeze three into the length of one.” The routine opened with “Careless Whisper” by George Michael. As a graduate of the Youth Performing Arts School, who studied saxophone, Wilson knew he wanted to dust off the brass and play that iconic saxophone riff live during his performance. After laying down his horn, he met Morozova in the middle of the dance floor and began the sexy mambo section of their show. Then came the sequined glove and that recognizable opening bass riff to “Billie Jean.” What followed was a relatively convincing Michael Jackson dance routine, featuring all of the iconic gyrations for which the King of Pop was famous. At that point, the back-up dancers took the floor in matching track suits as the mix cranked up with Lil Jon’s “Turn Down for What.” When it came to his costume Wilson, who is a local fashion mogul and founder of Style Icon, decided to “turn it down for this.” Dressed head to toe in black, he knew comfort over pizazz would best benefit his performance. “I wanted to keep it simple and functional,” he says, “but also keep with the spirit of the dance.

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Andre Wilson and Irina Morozova perform a rumba/hip-hop fusion to “Careless Whisper,” “Billie Jean” and “Turn Down for What.”

Black suit, black fedora, black v-neck – everything has to be right, from the outfit, to the music and everything you add to it. It all has to make sense.” Wilson’s high-energy performance was enough to win him the Judges’ Choice of the evening. But it was not quite enough to take Eshenbaugh’s Overall Mirror Ball, which incorporates judges’ scores, audience scores and the amount of money the dancer raised. “He’s a performer, so naturally he’s a better dancer than I am,” Eshenbaugh admits of her old friend. “But I’m a better fundraiser. I think people connect to ‘Dancing with the Stars’ because the producers choose people who are successful and determined to succeed.”

Jani Szukk and Taunya Eshenbaugh waltz to “E Pari Ra.”

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As it turns out, the same personality traits that push the celebrities and professional athletes on the show to participate are the same ones that encourage our local business professionals to put on their dancing shoes for Let’s Dance Louisville. That is why, every year, the event grows in talent, popularity and competitive spirit. And when it comes to the friendly rivalry between old pals Taunya and Andre, both take pride in ultimately finishing as No. 1 and No. 2 and having just another fun memory to share together. “By nature, it’s a very positive event,” Wilson maintains. “There’s no negativity. No one is hoping you’re not going to do well. All of us doing our best is what will help others ultimately.” VT

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Damian Pataluna and Shahara Ross.

Milan Marcis and Kelsey Starks.

Shahara Ross and Damian Pataluna. Jani Szukk and Karen Williams.

Damian Pataluna and Annette Manias.

Clay Marshal and Abby Kamen.

Kimberly Foster and Wil Heuser.

Viktoria Szukk and Ronel Brown.

Kimberly Foster and Kendrick Haskins.

Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Winner Jacqueline Smith and Milan Marcis.

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FL player and Louisville alumnus Breno Giacomini has spent almost a decade playing professional football. His career has taken him all over the country, but he still spends the majority of his time in the Derby City. Though he was recently drafted to a new team and continues playing, he’s also part of a squad that’s hard at work in the heart of St. Matthews. If you’ve lived in Louisville for more than a couple years and enjoy the city’s nightlife, you probably experienced a night at Sully’s Saloon at Fourth Street Live! during its 12-year tenure. Though the legendary saloon is now closed, the establishment lives on in a different form. With Giacomini and other Sully’s team members taking the lead, Sullivan’s Tap House is now serving up new flavors while keeping the party going. Giacomini is a Boston native who played at UofL for four years before joining the Green Bay Packers in 2008. Since then, he has played for the Seattle Seahawks and was part of the Super Bowl XLVIII winning team, and also played for the New York Jets. Last month, he signed with the Houston Texans and moved to the Lone Star State last week. While he has somewhat stepped back from the operations at Sullivan’s, he will still be involved in the business and looks forward to returning full-time once he is finished playing football. “I want to focus primarily on this project when I’m done with football,” Giacomini says. “I’m learning so much every day from everyone who works here and I feel like I’ve gotten my M.B.A. from working with these guys.” When he’s not in the restaurant or on the field, Giacomini focuses on giving back to the community. Along with NFL player Gary Barnidge and Louisville native Ahmed Awadallah, he founded American Football Without Borders (AFWB) in 2011. The nonprofit organization provides football camps and promotes education for underprivileged and disadvantaged youths. Though many professional athletes run camps for children, they often charge from $200 to $1,000 to participate. “This kind of camp is something Gary nor I could afford to do growing up,” he says. “We thought a good way to give back was to throw free camps starting in our hometowns. Eventually, we went international with it so it’s been a great way to travel the world and teach kids about the game that we love.” AFWB hosted a camp in Louisville last summer, and Giacomini says he and his partners plan to bring camps back to both Boston and Louisville in the future. Though he spent most of his college years absorbed in football, he still managed to have some fun and enjoyed spending time at Sully’s on Fourth Street, where he met his friend and now business partner, Matt Taylor. Taylor worked at Sully’s as a college student and continued working with the company after graduation, helping to open new bars in other parts of the country. Taylor and Giacomini teamed up with John Sullivan,

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Matt Taylor and Breno Giacomini.

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A New Venture for an NFL Star By Mariah Kline

Sullivan’s Tap House 3929 Shelbyville Road 502.907.0424

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who was a part owner of Sully’s, to open a new bar and restaurant in St. Matthews. Sullivan’s party atmosphere is thriving, as proven by the long line that forms outside of the spot on Friday and Saturday nights. The experience of running Sully’s gave the three partners plenty of experience in nightlife, so with this venture, they are challenging themselves to focus more on the culinary aspects of the business. “We’re really excited about the food here,” emphasizes Taylor. “The late-night aspect is fun, but between 11 and 11, you can enjoy lunch and dinner here. We want this to be a family-friendly restaurant – and our kids’ menu has gone over really well so far.” At the kitchen’s helm is Chef Stephen Dunn, who is known for his work at Equus & Jack’s Lounge and The Hub. He has crafted a number of unique dishes, including several types of pizzas and burgers. Their signature burger features locally sourced Black Hawk Farms beef, beer cheese and pork belly. They also have a large selection of appetizers, including a fried avocado with crab salad and balsamic reduction and homemade tater tots stuffed with mashed potatoes and topped with pork, avocado crema and cilantro. Chef Dunn and the partners have worked tirelessly to curate the menu to appeal to anyone, but since the restaurant is new, they’re always eager to hear about ways they can improve. “We love getting feedback from people,” says Taylor. “We’ve heard a lot of good things so far, but we know we can always do better and want that input from our customers.” Sullivan’s opened just in time for this year’s Derby, and the crew can’t wait to see what’s in store for the rest of the summer. They’ll soon be launching an expanded menu with even more options for their new customers. The restaurant will take part in Louisville Burger Week coming up next month and is planning to host festivals and other events in their large parking lot in the future. Giacomini is thrilled to be returning to the field and joining the Texans, but he’s also excited to be working alongside his Sullivan’s colleagues in their new space. “We couldn’t have picked a better spot,” he says. “We really love being in this area and we’re excited about the future of this place.” VT

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The roof of Louisville Memorial Auditorium, the work of Highland Roofing.

Highland Roofing Stays on Top By Graham Pilotte | Business Profile

hen you’re thinking about keeping a roof over your head, Brock Ramser has one name to keep in mind – his company, Highland Roofing. With a strong, company-wide work ethic and a superior product quality, Highland Roofing has become embedded in Louisville.

As the name suggests, the company has deep roots in a well-known Louisville neighborhood. “We started in the Highlands; that’s where the name comes from,” notes Ramser, proud to be part of the fourth generation of Highland Roofing. “We’re a family-owned business, and we’ve been in Louisville since we started.” However, the success of the business eventually forced them from their first location. “We eventually had to move because we ran out of space,” says Ramser matter-of-factly, noting the company’s expansion into industrial roofing. Highland Roofing now boasts 90 members and annual sales of over $6 million, but it never forgot its roots. Highland Roofing was founded in 1890 and now creates both residential and commercial roofs throughout Louisville.

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Roofing specialists handle every tough architectural challenge that arises, navigating twists and turns in almost any material. “We work in commercial, residential and even specialty settings,” Ramser says. “We’ve built a reputation based on our family, and being a high-integrity company is what we strive for.” Highland Roofing has experience in almost every material. “We’ve worked on copper roofs, metal panels, slate and wood shingles,” Ramser asserts, easily listing off just a few. His company works on every type of roof, from crafting ceilings for the newest buildings to renovating older, classic structures. In addition, Highland Roofing’s expert repair specialists are always ready to remedy any roofing problems a client may face. From design to repair, Highland Roofing’s in-house capabilities are endless, which makes the company a Louisville go-to. All the variety keeps life interesting for those who work with Highland Roofing. Ramser easily recollects a favorite project from 2015: the gleaming copper roof of Louisville Memorial Auditorium. “One unique project we completed recently was the copper dome roof replacement,” he describes. “It required our specialty copper work as well as some low-slope commercial roofing.” Highland Roofing handled all aspects of the job in-house, a remarkable feat. Today, the domed roof shines among

downtown Louisville buildings, as a bright reminder of his company’s work. And that reminder is key. “One thing about Louisville is there’s a lot of interconnectivity,” Ramser says. “It’s a midsize city with a small-town feel, especially with work. You know the people in your community.” He says that his clients usually find Highland Roofing by word of mouth, passed along by others who loved their company’s work ethic. “Many companies can do roofing,” Ramser asserts, “but we have a willingness to go the extra mile. Things don’t always run smoothly,” he says with a laugh, “but will your contractor duck and run, or stand behind their word? We want to do what’s right.” Highland Roofing boasts products for any residential or commercial need, with impressive in-house capabilities. But beyond that, it’s steeped in Louisville tradition, and is a company that believes in more than just transactions. Some companies may want to just keep a roof over your head, but Ramser says that for Highland Roofing, “it’s about personal relationships.” VT Highland Roofing 502.968.2009 highlandroofing.com

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LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF THE HARRY POTTER FILM CONCERT SERIES WITH HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS The Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to The Kentucky Center with “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” the second film in the Harry Potter series. On Friday, November 17 and Saturday, November 18, the Louisville Orchestra will perform John Williams’ unforgettable score from “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” while the film plays in high-definition on a 40-foot screen. The Harry Potter Film Concert Series, which is another magical experience from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, kicked off in June 2016 with “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and is scheduled to include hundreds of performances across more than 35 countries around the world through 2018. Earning a Grammy nomination for the score, the incredible music composed by John Williams became an instant classic, conjuring beautiful and soaring motifs continuing the adventures of Harry Potter on his second magical adventure. This film concert series has been created by CineConcerts in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products. Its creator and producer, Justin Freer, explains, “The Harry Potter film series is one of those once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomena that continues to delight millions of fans around the world. It is with great pleasure that we introduced for the first time ever an opportunity to experience the award-winning music scores played live by a symphony orchestra, all while the beloved film is simultaneously projected onto the big screen. It is an unforgettable event.” Brady Beaubien of CineConcerts and Concert Producer for the Harry Potter Film Concert Series added, “Harry Potter is synonymous with excitement around the world, and we hope that by performing this incredible music with the full movie, audiences will enjoy returning to this magical world and to the many wonderful characters that inhabit it.” Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 8 at 10 a.m. via kentuckycenter.org for “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.” Ticket Office: 502.584.7777. For more information on the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, please visit harrypotterinconcert.com. GREATER LOUISVILLE’S HOT HOUSING MARKET BODES WELL FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION AND HOMEARAMA The first half of 2017 has proven there is significant pent-up demand in the Greater Louisville housing market. According to the Greater Louisville Association of Realtors (GLAR), the area’s home inventory is down by 17.09% compared to May 2016. As a result, the buying public is turning to new construction at an increasing rate. This can be seen in multiple price points and various neighborhoods, including Poplar Woods, the site of the 2017 Homearama. There are nine homes featured at Homearama Poplar Woods, with an average price of over $1,000,000. As the economy has recovered, homebuyers are poised to invest in the high-end housing market. “Mortgage interest rates are still in the historical all time low category and the existing home inventory is extremely sparse. These two factors generally bode well for new construction home sales and Homearama,” stated Pat Durham, executive vice president of the Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville (BIA). The BIA has produced Homearama for 50 years, featuring numerous neighborhoods throughout Greater Louisville and anticipates strong attendance, in light of increasing demand in the new construction market. “These showcase homes are located in a breathtaking conservation community in Oldham County. We fully expect the homes and Poplar Woods to be very popular among the buying public.”

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to submit your business brief email rsisk@redpinmedia.com Over the last 50 years, Homearama has showcased nearly 1,000 homes in dozens of neighborhoods in Greater Louisville. This year’s event at Poplar Woods, located in western Oldham County, will be open daily July 15-30. Jeremy Esposito, BIA president and registered builder/ remodeler, commented about the longevity of Homearama as a community event: “And although the housing market has had its ups and downs in recent years, Homearama continues to draw tens of thousands of people to tour the houses and be inspired by the latest trends in construction, architecture, interior design and outdoor living. Additionally, it is a great resource for the public to have a collection of qualified and reliable vendors all in one place. Many people have relied on the BIA’s depth of membership to get their projects done with confidence.” THE CABBAGE PATCH INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT BENEFITS AT-RISK CHILDREN On Monday, July 17 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Cabbage Patch Settlement House presents the annual Invitational Golf Tournament benefiting Louisville’s at-risk children and families. The fundraiser takes place at the scenic Valhalla Golf Club, rated No. 1 in Kentucky and listed among the top “100 Greatest Courses in America” by Golf Digest.

and greater incentives for Kentucky breeders and owners,” Churchill Downs Racetrack President Kevin Flanery said. “Stronger horse racing means a stronger Kentucky.” The company says the facility will create 450 new jobs for the local economy, including 250 construction jobs. An estimated 200 new full- and part-time jobs will be created to operate and manage the facility. Churchill Downs will hire both hourly and salaried employees in areas including operations, marketing, finance, food and beverage, maintenance, information technology, human resources, security and administration. Job fairs will be held at Trackside for the neighborhoods surrounding the facility and the Churchill Downs Racetrack. This announcement comes on the heels of CDI’s decision to relocate its TwinSpires.com business to Louisville from Silicon Valley, California, creating more than 70 high-tech, highpaying jobs for the city. The planned facility will house two quick-service walk-up food venues, as well as a bar with seating for 50 and large format televisions for guests to take in all the best sporting action year-round. The facility will open with 600 historical racing machines and a player’s club reward center offering special perks and benefits, including an exclusive parking area for loyal guests.

Player fees for the tournament range from $1,625 for one player to $6,500 for a team of four. Breakfast, lunch and a cocktail reception are included. $1,075 of the per-player fee paid is a tax deductible donation that supports the at-risk children served by The Patch. Players can sign up at cabbagepatch.org/special-events/golf.

Construction is slated to begin later this year, and CDI hopes to open the facility by summer of 2018.

Proceeds from the event will benefit The Patch’s Educational Opportunities and Recreation/Youth Development Programs where at-risk children receive:

Karyn Moskowitz, executive director of New Roots has been selected to be a part of A Place at The Table: The Pacific Food Studies OpEd Fellowship, happening July 12-14, at the University of the Pacific’s new state-of-the-art campus in San Francisco.

-Structured educational programs designed to help students achieve their highest academic potential -Supervised Homework Helper, tutoring, computer training, scholarships and college visits -Athletics, camps and dozens of other recreational programs, year-round For those who cannot participate in the 2017 Cabbage Patch Invitational Golf Tournament but would like to support the mission, volunteer and donation opportunities are detailed at cabbagepatch.org. Consistent sponsors of this event include: Anderson Wood, CMTA Inc.; Fishmarket Seafoods, Inc.; Independent II, LLC; Interlock Industries; River Road Asset Management; Stites & Harbison; ProSoft LLC; and System Parking. CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED ANNOUNCES $60 MILLION INVESTMENT TO OPEN HISTORICAL RACING MACHINE FACILITY IN LOUISVILLE Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) (“CDI”) recently announced it is investing approximately $60 million to construct a state-of-the-art historical racing machine (“HRM”) facility in Louisville. The 85,000-square-foot facility will be built at 4520 Poplar Level Road – Churchill Downs’ former Trackside (also known as the former Sports Spectrum) site, and conveniently located less than half a mile from the Poplar Level Road exit off the Henry Watterson Expressway (I-264). CDI’s request to offer exotic wagering on historical racing was conditionally approved by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission last week. “A state-of-the-art historic racing facility will allow us to deliver an exciting and compelling pari-mutuel product for our customers in Louisville. This is a great opportunity for us to revitalize another area of our city while strengthening the commonwealth’s equine industry through larger purses

NEW ROOTS DIRECTOR AWARDED THE PACIFIC STUDIES OPED FELLOWSHIP FOR FOOD JUSTICE JOURNALISM

The Pacific Food Studies OpEd Fellowship is a national initiative to increase the diversity of voices among thought leaders in Op-Ed Food Media. The Fellowship will provide food writers, scholars and journalists (print, digital and multimedia) from underrepresented communities with the training and support to craft and publish Op-Ed pieces about critical food issues. This Fellowship also comes with a threemonth mentorship to help Moskowitz and others selected for the program to produce at least one high-quality food journalism piece in her chosen media platform. “I am looking forward to meeting more food justice organizers and people who share a similar passion and vision for the future. I hope to hone in on skills as a food justice journalist in order to create a deeper and more intentional dialogue about fresh food security here in Kentucky and to increase the exposure for New Roots and Fresh Stop Markets,” said Moskowitz. “As we gain exposure, more people will gain access to the farm-fresh food we all need to be happy and healthy.” Fellows’ backgrounds ranged from social justice, to the struggles of children and seniors, to animal rights, health, and wellness. “Through this fellowship, we hope to increase the diversity of voices represented on the Op-Ed page. Through sessions at the workshop, we hope to strengthen and refine the voice of each Fellow so they can become even more impactful than they already are,” said Polly Adema, director of the master of arts in food studies at University of the Pacific San Francisco Campus. “Karyn Moskowitz is one of two accepted fellows in the Louisville area, but applications came from all across the world. Louisville should be proud to have two food justice leaders make it through the very competitive application process.” Assistant Professor of Pan African Studies and Geography/Geosciences at the University of Louisville Professor Priscilla McCutcheon, was also awarded the Fellowship.

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Eversole, Carrie B.

Richard Bancroft Jr., 69, of Germantown, passed away on June 20, 2017. Rick was born on September 19, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Richard and Marie (Langolf) Bancroft. He was preceded in death by his son Robert Bancroft. He retired as a meat cutter at Johnson’s Grocery Store in Germantown, Winn Dixie and in later years at Sam’s Club. Rick is survived by his wife of 48 plus years, Rita ( Johnson) Bancroft, sons, Rick and Ryan Bancroft, daughter-in-law Wendy, sister Ida Lee (David), five grandchildren Devin, Jessica, Kaylee, Logan, Noah and one great granddaughter Bella. Memorial contributions may be made to Rick’s Go Fund Me page by visiting https:// www.gofundme.com/3yhz1y8

Carrie Eversole, 91, of Louisville passed away Monday, June 26, 2017. Carrie was a native of Tompkinsville, Kentucky and was a member of The Church of Christ in Valley Station. She retired frm Courier Journal as a press operator. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Virgil Eversole. Survivors include her two children, Shermaine (Terry) and Jackie Eversole: three grandchildren, Taunya Eshenbaugh, Michael Roberts and Lindsay Ray; six great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Owen Funeral Home 5317 Dixie Hwy with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. Memorial gifts to Kentucky School for the Blind

Gray, Howard Wilson

Howard Wilson Gray, 102, of Louisville, passed Friday, June 24, 2017 at Hosparus Inpatient Care Center of Louisville. He was retired from the Transit Authority of River City. Mr. Gray was an Army Veteran serving during World War II.

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He is survived by his wife, Bernice Gray; son, Donnie Stapp (Louise); 2 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Mr. Gray also has many surviving nieces and nephews that valued him as the patriarch of the Gray family. Also surviving is Mary Ann Sanders, a friend devoted to caring for Howard and Bernice. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Nelson Gray and Betty May Shelburne Gray; and son, Scotty Lee Gray. A funeral service was held Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at 2 pm at Evergreen Funeral Home Dignity Chapel with burial following at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Howard can be made to Highview Baptist Church or Hosparus of Louisville.

Best, Thelma B.

Thelma B. Best, 90, of Louisville, passed away at her home on Sunday, June 25, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester R. Best, her grandson, Michael W. Mahurin, and her great grandson, John E. Mahurin. Thelma is survived by her sons, Larry R. Best (Becky), Jerry W. Best (Betty) and a daughter, Nina G. Mahurin (Ed), seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A funeral service to celebrate Thelma’s life will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2017 in the chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Rd. with interment to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Lowe, Cheryl Joy

Cheryl Joy Lowe, 71, of Louisville, passed away peacefully

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Thursday, June 22, 2017 at Baptist Healthcare. She was a native of Louisville, daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn Vittitow. She was a graduate of the University of Louisville and Western Kentucky University. Cheryl was the founder and Headmistress of the Highland Latin School and member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim Lowe; two sons, Brian Lowe (Leigh) and Andrew Lowe ( Jessica); six grandchildren, Baxter, AnnAlys, Mary-Martin, Campbell, Emerson, Juniper; and a sister, Iris Hatfield (Wayne). Her funeral Mass was celebrated 12:00 p.m. (noon) Wednesday at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 639 S. Shelby Street with burial in Cave Hill Cemetery. Ratterman Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Road “in St. Matthews” are entrusted with arrangements. Memorial donations in memory of Cheryl may be made to the Scholarship Fund at the Highland Latin School, 2800 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206.

Crumbacker, Wanda Lee

Mrs. Wanda Lee Crumbacker, age 76, of Shepherdsville returned to her Heavenly Father on June 25, 2017. Mrs. Crumbacker was born on July 14, 1940 to the late Thomas and Vivian Walls Price. Mrs. Crumbacker shared the business of Crumbacker Sanitation with her husband for 23 years. She was a member of Little Flock Baptist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, and the Lions Club. Among those that preceded her in death include her parents; a sister, Lois Maddox; and brother, Donald Ray Price.

Druien, Marlene A.

Marlene A. Druien, 80, of Louisville, originally of Cincinnati, OH, died peacefully at Nazareth Home on June 18, 2017 with her daughter at her side. Marlene was a friend to all, loved to talk, and never met a stranger. Anyone who knew her probably has received an “As Follows” list on yellow legal pad from her. She will be remembered for her cheerfulness and positive encouragement to all. She began her retailing career at Kaufman Strauss (which later became L. S. Ayres and then Stewart’s Day Goods) on 4th Street. Marlene retired 33 years later as the first female store manager of several Stewart’s Dept. Stores. Her relatives refer to her

as the “fun side” of the family, because she often encouraged fun times together and made lasting memories. Marlene’s favorite time of the year was Christmas when her outof-town family would visit. Her husband played Santa Claus, and a real white flocked Christmas Tree was delivered to her home. She loved life and made it joyful for others. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 37 years, Paul Bertrand Druien, an army chef and the best cook of the family. She is survived by her loving daughter, Connie Sue Druien; brother, Michael Robert League ( Jo Ellen); sister, Dorothea Carol (League) Cecil; several nieces and nephews; as well as her special first grandpuppy, Miss Muffin. Liturgy to celebrate Marlene’s life was held 11 am. on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Nazareth Home; 2000 Newburg Road, with burial following in Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation was held at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home; 3800 Bardstown Road on Sunday, June 25, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Marlene’s family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Dr. Cherian and Cassey, Dr. Duff and Dr. Cornett, Gloria and Mallory and staff at Nazareth Home for their loving care and friendship to Marlene. Please make all expressions of sympathy to Nazareth Home in Marlene Druien’s memory. Online condolences may be left online by going to www. ratterman.com

Johnson, Shelby Lynn

Shelby Lynn Johnson, 19, of Louisville, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2017. She was born in Louisville on February 11, 1998. Shelby is survived by her mother, Vanessa (Ben) Vittitoe, father, Bobby Ray (Michelle)

Johnson Jr.; sister, Elizabeth Ann (Konner) Chaddic; brothers; Cody Micheal Johnson, Jace Daniel DeWitt, grandmothers, Gwendolyn “Nanny” Johnson, Bettie Caldwell, Kathy Johnson and Wanda Howell, grandfathers, James Caldwell, Gregory Vittitoe, Bobby Johnson, Sr., uncle; James (Dawn) Vittitoe; and a host of other family members and friends who will greatly miss her. A celebration of Shelby’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 29, 2017 at Newcomer Funeral Home Southwest Chapel. Visitation: 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, also at Newcomer Funeral Home Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, Kentucky 40272. Burial will follow at Bethany Cemetery, Louisville, KY, 40272.

Blandford, Margaret N.

Margaret N. Blandford, 87, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2017 with her family at her side. Margaret was born in Louisville to the late Charles J. and Catherine A. Schnabel Nix. She was retired from South Central Bell as a comptroller, a founding member of St. Athanasius Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus Assumption Council Ladies Auxiliary, as well as the Telephone Pioneers. She was preceded in death by, other than her parents, her husband of 62 years, Michael R. Blandford on June 16, 2017; as well as her brothers and sisters, Charles, William, Marcell, Jacob, Norbert and John Nix, Dorothy Schaub, Rita Gutermuth, Sr. Catherine Nix, SCN, and Bernice Holstein. Remaining to cherish her memory are her daughters, Elise Bishop (Greg), Susan O’Daniel, and Grace Milton; as well as eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June

24 at St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 5915 Outer Loop, with burial following in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation was held 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road. Memorial donations may be sent to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research in her memory. Online condolences may be directed to www.ratterman. com.

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Mrs. Crumbacker leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 58 years, Johnny Crumbacker; son, Craig Crumbacker ( Jennifer); daughter, Michelle Dalton (David); four grandchildren, Jason, Lauren, Justin, Dylan; three step grandchildren, Ashley, Taylor, and Levi; two great grandchildren, Logan and Eliana Grace who is on the way; a step great grandchild, Grayson; brother, Thomas Price Jr. (Deloris); numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends. Funeral services were held at noon on Wednesday, June 28, in the chapel of Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home (4895 N. Preston Highway at Brooks Road, Shepherdsville, Kentucky.) with burial in Brookland Cemetery following. Family and friends paid their respects on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 from 1 p.m. till 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Little Flock Baptist Church.

Gerstle, James Lee

James Lee Gerstle, born October 22, 1950, died at home on June 14. Lee was the third child of Charlie Gerstle and Edith (“T”) Doyle. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Carol Hartlage. Lee is also survived by his brothers and sisters Donna Palmer (Steve) of North Yarmouth ME, John Charles (Corky) Gerstle Jr, Mary Lou Gerstle of San Francisco, Sally Weller, Jane Childress (Bill) of Las Cruces NM, Mark Joseph Gerstle and many nieces and nephews. Lee graduated class of 1969 from Trinity High School and was an Evans Scholar. He graduated from the University of Kentucky and Creighton University (Omaha) Lee sailed with the Windjammers as a young man and the Louisville Sailing Club in his last years. Lee was a gardener and professional horticulturist. Lee was also a critical care nurse. Lee enjoyed travel with Carol, his bike, his six unicycles and especially enjoyed growing all things. He was a lifelong reader and learner. Visitation was held 3 pm to 8 pm, June 27 at Ratterman Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Road, “in St. Matthews” with a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Louisville Orchestra.

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that college football is hurting for a replacement who also fits that description. Lamar Jackson is everything Manziel was in college, only more explosive. He’s bigger, he’s faster, he’s shiftier and he can throw the ball farther. For these reasons, Jackson spent the MIKE 2016 season torching the record RUTHERFORD books, claiming a couple of titles As the star quarterback of @cardchronicle that had been Manziel’s for himthe Texas A&M Aggies, Manself. At the end of the campaign, ziel had been a revelation the Jackson, like Manziel before him, season before. Despite being a three-star claimed the Heisman Trophy at a historirecruit who had been redshirted in 2011, cally young age. While Manziel had been Manziel became the first freshman ever to the first freshman to ever hoist the trophy, win the Heisman Trophy after a 2012 seaJackson became the youngest Heisman winson that saw him rack up more than 5,000 ner in terms of age to hear his name called total yards of offense and account for 57 at the end of the Heisman Ceremony. touchdowns. In the span of three months, To see the biggest difference between “Johnny Manziel” was replaced forever Jackson and Manziel, however, you must by “Johnny Football.” At the time, that direct your gaze off the field. seemed like a good thing. The succeeding Instant stardom may have broken Manyears would prove otherwise. ziel, but being the world’s most famous colIn the months that followed his historic lege football player seems to have had no Heisman victory, Manziel only saw his effect on Jackson whatsoever. There has notoriety grow. He was arrested for a fight, been no “summer of Lamar” or “Jackson caught with a fake ID, and saw his eligimadness” for the national outlets to folbility put in jeopardy after questions arose low and obsess over. Jackson hasn’t had any about his involvement in an autograph run-ins with the law or any dubious celebring. Pictures and videos of Manziel partyrity encounters. In fact, there has been no ing with celebrities and at various campuses news about Lamar Jackson this summer across the state of Texas became as much a fixture on ESPN as debates over LeBron James’ evolving stature. He sat courtside at NBA playoff games, sent early morning tweets about his desire to leave College Station and got sent home early from the Manning Passing Academy after allegedly missing meetings and practices because he was hungover. All of this peaked in August, when Andy Staples of Sports Illustrated wrote a cover story about the “rise and fall of Johnny Football.” In the story, both Manziel and his family members spoke about the price of instant fame and not being able to handle it. They talked about wanting Manziel to be able live like a normal college kid and their collective fear over what path he might go down in the future. Reading the piece, it was hard to believe that its subject hadn’t taken a single snap in a college football game just 12 months earlier. It’s been a long time since Manziel was known first for being the dual-threat quarterback whose electrifying style of play captivated the entire country. That doesn’t mean Lamar Jackson

ith everything that has and hasn’t happened to his career since, it’s easy to forget just how big a deal Johnny Manziel was in the summer of 2013.

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Louisville’s Gentleman that would lead you to believe he was any more accomplished or nationally known than any of the other players returning to don the red and black this fall. So what has Jackson been up to as he gets ready for his junior season? As Manziel did in the summer of 2013, Jackson spent a portion of his summer vacationing back home. While the Texas A&M quarterback spent that time doing interviews and playing rounds of golf at the Hollytree Country Club his family belongs to, the Louisville signal caller was headed to Pompano Beach, Florida, where the most notable thing he was caught on tape doing was playing laser tag with his mom and friends. The easy thing to do here is say something about how we shouldn’t need to praise other human beings for simply doing the right thing. Given the news stories that make their rounds on the internet every single day, maybe we do. Maybe if there was more praise for people like Lamar Jackson, then there would be more people like Lamar Jackson. Going from a relatively common citizen to one of the most famous athletes in the world in the span of a few weeks would have some strange effects on any person. Jackson dealt with it at age 19 and has handled it with as much grace as you could hope for. That demands pride, and it demands praise. VT

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the victim of backstage manipulations during the evening. The big trade between Minnesota and Chicago threw pre-draft calculations Catnip out the window. The Bulls, picking sevSTEVE enth with the trade, needed a shooter but KAUFMAN apparently preferred one who’s also seven feet tall. Bam Adebayo, the highAnd the Knicks, picking est-rated of the three going eighth, decided they needed into the season, had slipped a point guard more than a out of the first round in early shooter and chose Frank Ntiprojections. But he apparlikina of France. Many thought ently impressed everyone with Monk would go to New York. his workouts – at least he Sacramento, picking 10th, impressed another ex-Wildcat, might have grabbed Monk to Pat Riley – and his name was play alongside Fox. But the called by Miami with the 14th Kings instead traded the pick pick of the night. to Portland, who took a power De’Aaron Fox was the fifth forward. pick. That was the good news. So Monk is headed for CharThe bad news is, he’s headed lotte, Michael Jordan’s team, to Sacramento, the franchise where there are all kinds of DeMarcus Cousins finally fled problems. But there’s also in February after seven frustrat- Kemba Walker, who could use ing seasons. a productive backcourt mate. The team may surround Fox There’s now Dwight Howwith some talent. Rudy Gay ard, who ought to be Bamcan score. Buddy Hield had a all-over-again for Monk. And decent rookie season, especially there’s Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, after joining the Kings in the still struggling to remain injuCousins deal. And Willie Caury-free and have a productive ley-Stein and Skal Labissiere pro career. are there. Monk’s bona fides as a The draft also brought the shooter were hampered by Kings North Carolina’s Justin his reputation for indifferJackson – who killed Kentucky ent defense and rebounding, in the Elite Eight – Duke’s charges that dogged him at Harry Giles and Frank Mason Kentucky. He was also judged, III of Kansas. at 6-foot-3, to be on the small But the burden will fall on side for the pros. However, Fox to bring a sunshine face to Charlotte is in North Carolina, the program after years of the and Monk’s 47 points against Cousins grimace. the Tar Heels in December Fox might have gone higher must still resonate there. in the draft, but – one, there And Bam goes to Miami, was a glut of point guard talent where the Heat have some ahead of him; and, two, Phoeinside presence (ferocious nix, drafting fourth, already has rebounding 7-footer Hassan its quota of Kentucky guards. Whiteside), but that may help Malik Monk went 11th, him develop the perimeter

hen it was all over, the three Kentucky freshmen were lottery picks, just as they were projected to be a year ago.

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game he couldn’t demonstrate in his year at Kentucky. Adebayo seemed unusually burdened by his college stats. He rebounded and blocked shots, but attention focused on his offense. Sure, 13 points a game, but how many of those were dunks, alley-oops and short putbacks? Where was the shot? The Heat are apparently convinced it’s there. Other than the drama of waiting for the local players to get their names called (Donovan Mitchell was chosen 13th by Denver and traded to Utah), it was an excruciating evening. Even as the ESPN table of experts was reprimanding “the media” for paying so much attention to Lavar Ball, the camera kept lingering over the most overexposed relative in sports, and the network turned immediately to interview him after the Lakers chose his son. (Even a Foot Locker commercial with an oddly timed

Father’s Day theme focused on the obnoxious Balls.) The player interviews were vapid – “Love your shoes. ... Who picked out your suit? ... How does it feel to be (a Laker, a Bull, a Celtic, etc.)? ... What do you need to work on?” And the first half-hour, before the picks actually began, was sports programming at its worst. Not sure which was more compelling TV: the camera showing us, more than once, a father and son wearing Kristaps Porzingis jerseys who had been seen booing the Knicks’ pick a year ago; or Commissioner Adam Silver explaining the evening’s process. “The team calls in with its pick ... and we have a machine that prints the name of the draftee ... someone makes sure I know how to pronounce the name ... and then I go through that door over there.” Intriguing. Clears that up! Who’d-a thought? VT

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Camp Rozier Inspires Kids for the Future

that helped him get to the place where he is today. “I was the one who was always overlooked, so I learned to never stop working,” he attests. “I can always share that with them and encourage them just to work hard High School and don’t let anyone tell you that Sports Report you can’t do something.” As campers listened attentively, RANDY I’m sure the number one quesWHETSTONE JR. tion was, “What does it take to get to the NBA?” Terry remembered his process that led to the Last week, I saw firsthand what it’s like to Boston Celtics selecting him No. 16 in the hang out and bond with a professional ath- 2015 NBA Draft and shared with them a few jewels to get to the Association. lete and the lasting memory it has on the “They want to see how competitive you life of a kid. June 20-22 was the first annual are – that’s what the league is based on. Camp Rozier, a project of former UniverI believe the Boston Celtics selected me sity of Louisville guard and current player because I remember going to my second for the Boston Celtics Terry Rozier. workout, I wasn’t shooting it well, but I Kids ages 5-17 came to gain total skill kept doing the drill until I passed the drill, development at Westport Middle School, and Danny Ainge [Boston Celtics president and when they stopped bouncing the basketball, they gathered around Terry as if he of basketball operations] mentioned that’s what he liked about me, just the competiwere telling a children’s story only to chantive spirit that I have. So I think it plays a nel their inner Curious George and ask what it’s like to be a professional ball player. big role.” It was a fun and festive environment that “About 10 years ago, I was one of these was a part of an entire week filled with kids in the camp, and it meant to so much to me to wake up, go to the camps and learn something new from a guy I looked up to,” Rozier recollects. “I understand that and I put myself in their shoes and try to teach them some things and give back – that’s the most important thing.” Terrell Brandon, former NBA guard, was the first NBA player Rozier says he met. Being attracted more to football as a kid, he says he was somewhat indifferent to the recreational camps he attended when younger but later realized the impact it has on a teenager’s life when he says he was “blessed” to attend the LeBron James camp. “I try to tell people, even though it is a camp, it’s still bigger than basketball. It’s about getting to meet those kids,” he adds. As I surveyed the gym, the kids got ready for lunch, where they demolished their food, redefining the meaning of taco day. Once Rozier arrived, it didn’t take long for them to shift their eyes in his direction and flock to his magnetic presence. As he signed autographs and took pictures, he also took the time to explain important principles

hen I was a kid, Metro Parks and the YMCA were where I spent most of my summers connecting with peers. I always wondered what it would be like to spend just a small portion of my summer with an NBA player.

events led by former Cardinals. Events included the second annual Russdiculous Golf Scramble and the Metro City Stars and LMPD Charity Basketball Game in honor of Officer Nick Rodman. Noted players were Tim Henderson, Chane Behanan, with Hall of Fame Coach Denny Crum and Peyton Siva calling the Xs and Os from the sideline. “It’s all in efforts to give back and to better cultivate the Louisville community,” says Russ Smith Sr., founder of the Russ Smith Foundation. “At the end of the day, we want to give these kids outlets. The reason Russ had a good life is because of my hustle. That’s why with the Russ Smith Foundation, I wanted to run everything out of Louisville, to show them this is what I do back up north in Brooklyn for the kids. My whole thing in life is I stress to the kids the importance of education. Education is going to be the key to success, and paying attention, motivation and hustle. You’ve got to hustle.” Kids left Camp Rozier in a better place than they were in before it started. Through the bouncing of a ball, their lives were further shaped and stirred in the right direction. VT

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Let’s Dance Louisville On June 17, Let’s Dance Louisville thrilled guests as local “stars” competed in this “Dancing with the Stars”-style competition. Presented by Delta Dental, the fourth annual event took place at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. Top prizes went to Jacqueline Jacobs Smith, Andre Wilson and Taunya Clark Eshenbaugh for the Overall Mirror Ball. Proceeds from the event benefit the Sandefur Dining Room, which feeds over 150 hungry people per day. Dancer Taunya Eshenbaugh, Karen Crawford, Peggy Hagerty Duffy and dancer Clay Marshall.

Ike Sherlock and Judge Paula Sherlock with Denise Brown and dancer Ronel Brown.

Jude Loew and dancer Jacqueline Jacobs Smith.

Dance Judge Leslie Smart and Event Chair Maggie Cyphers.

Mark and Helen Barnes, dance judge Leslie Smart and John Smart.

Bart and Shannon Burton with Judith Wilson and dancer Andre Wilson.

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Kim Wise and David Grantz.

David and Bernadette Dues.

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Champions Night in The Mansion Churchill Downs, Breeders’ Cup and the James Beard Foundation partnered to celebrate the return of Breeders’ Cup to Louisville in 2018 by hosting an exclusive event in The Mansion. The evening brought together the leading champions of Thoroughbred racing and cuisine for a special night of racing and delicious dining.

Ben Robinson, Chefs Anthony Lamas and David Danielson and Kris Moon of the James Beard Foundation.

Jonathan Blue, Mayor Greg Fischer, William Carstanjen, Jessica Kidner, Jason Middleton and Ashley Hammerbeck.

Artist Jeaneen Barnhart and Erika ChavezGraziano of Cellar Door Chocolates.

Kyle Meredith of WFPK and Kevin Kerstein.

Chet and Julie Mays with Cristina and Erik Brown.

Valerie and Jason Netherton with Jane and Alex Bowie.

Meredith Lawrence and Lauren DePaso.

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Breeders’ Cup Executive Board Member David Richardson, artist Daniel Dawson and Eon Richardson.

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2017 Big Event Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana’s annual dinner gala took place on June 10 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. Guests enjoyed reveling in the evening’s 1920s theme. Funds raised from the event benefited the six BGCK clubs in the area.

Chris and Tammy Hubbard, Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana President/CEO Jennifer Helgeson, Rodney Helgeson and Stephanie and Jerry Suddeth.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana Board member Carol Levitch, Board member Don Sodrel and Mary Ann Sodrel.

Dena Wilson, Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana Board President Andy Mays and Director of Special Events & Annual Giving Alexis Becker.

Brandi Crawford, Kristin Cook, Jennie Mehling and Teal Graeter.

Alexandra and Andy Longstreet.

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Kenneth Wright and Wil Heuser.

Sponsor Fisher & Phillips Partner George Adams and Alison Adams.

Elijah Calloway, Youth of the Year and Parkland Club member Kentrel Duncan, Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana Executive Assistant Michelle Whitehouse and Brand Ambassador and Board member Kolby Atkinson.

Al and Dr. Yvonne Cornish, Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana HR Director Grace Williams and Tim Sanders.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana volunteers Griffin, Charlotte, Derika, Todd and Eloise Mercer.

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The Voice Summer Release Party Guests enjoyed a night of cocktails and fun at the release of The Voiceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer Issue on June 14. Hosted at TAJ Nulu, the event featured signature drinks, including the American Mule. Those in attendance mingled and looked through the latest issue, which features elegant interior design, summer fashion and more.

Cassandra Mastropaolo and Kenny Blackthorn. Remy Sisk, Carrie Syberg, Carla Terwilleger and Laura Blandford.

Steve Squall, Gunnar Deatherage, Elias Craycroft and Kate Roach.

Michele Watts, Mo McKnight Howe and Lauren Hendricks.

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Chelsea Marrin, Louis Tinsley, Bethany Hood and Hunter Zieske.

Alexandra Hepfinger with Elias Craycroft.

Theo Alan Edmonds and Josh Miller with Linc and Laura Snyder.

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The Vinings of Hurstbourne Grand Opening The Vinings of Hurstbourne located at 9500 Williamsburg Plaza opened its luxurious doors on June 14 with a ribbon-cutting that invited would-be renters to “elevate their lifestyle.” The exclusive property, managed by RAM Partners, LLC, includes a resort-style pool area, cabanas and an outdoor kitchen and entertainment area.

Kervy Sheppard, Grant Forman, Alicia Pinkham and Liz Chenault.

Hurstbourne Mayor Mary Schneider and City Commissioner Norb Hancock.

Mike Lorenzen of Republic Bank and Martha Logan.

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Sally Judah of Jefferson Development Group and Jeffersontown Chamber President John Cosby.

James Krampe and Teddy Amshoff of Jefferson Development Group.

Jason Lois and Grant Forman.

Jefferson Development President Erica Hodge and R. Wayne Jenkins of Jenkins Eliason Interiors.

Cyndi Whitmer of Central Bank, Bill Leesman and Kevin Cogan.

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Teri Dryden Reception B. Deemer Gallery on Frankfort Avenue hosted an artist reception on Saturday, June 3 for Teri Dryden, whose collection of abstract paintings and collages will be exhibited through July 5. Inspired by a trip to India, she shares, “The bold color reflects the powerful influence of my recent tour and its vivid saris and marketplaces.” Gallery owner Brenda Deemer, Valle Jones, Ann Coffey and Teri Dryden.

Brenda Balcombe and Rhonda Goodall.

Ellen and Steven Blevins.

Artist Teri Dryden. ”A Story Telling of Crows” by Teri Dryden.

Foxy Hulsey, Julia Comer and Shelley Hulsey.

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Robin Roggenkamp and Kurt von der Haar.

Tom Cannady, Erik Eaker and John Brooks.

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Cheers to 50 Years Friends and family gathered at “Pebble Beach” on Lexington Road for a befitting celebration of the ever-dashing Marvin Dyer III. Toasts were delivered over candlelight before the cutting of an exquisite cake adorned with fresh flowers and a golden 5-0. Amy Baughman, Marvin Dyer, Amy Dennison, Felicia Cox and Markham and Heather Rockwell.

Ken Moyer, Marvin Dyer and Debbie Moyer.

Shari Baughman, Shane Pearson, Susie Ades-Pomerance, Marvin Dyer and Robin Burnett.

Robin Burnett, Michael Peckich and Donna Outlaw. Linda Fuller and Josh Lakes.

Tyler Hammond, Marvin Dyer and Keith Fritz.

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Marvin Dyer.

Doug and Sheila Newton with Marvin Dyer and David Mills.

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Demo Day Bourbon and Breakfast On the morning of June 16, the Louisville Marriott Downtown celebrated one last gathering in their old lobby before the complete hotel renovation began. Area Market Director Shane Weaver, General Manager David Greene and Mayor Greg Fischer all spoke before the demolition officially began. Guests enjoyed breakfast and a performance by country star JD Shelburne.

Joey Wagner, Madison Hardy, Danielle Roberts, Bailey Crush and Blair Johnson.

Mayor Greg Fischer, General Manager David Greene and Market Director Shane Weaver

Mae Bower and Gen Howard.

Robert Gunnell and Market Director Shane Weaver.

Lori Mattingly and Kristy Brown.

Amy Tannheimer, Scott Baka, Anna-Marie Frazier and Labresa Amos.

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Jordan Skora and Nicole Twigg.

General Manager David Greene, Ange McKinney, Susan Herschel and Executive Vice President of Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau Cleo Battle.

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Modern Thinkers Social Series Vol. 1 Kentucky to the World presented a talk by NASA Engineer Tracy Drain on June 16 at Copper & Kings Distillery. Drain is a Louisville native who currently serves as a flight systems engineer at NASAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. In addition to her talk and a follow-up discussion panel, guests enjoyed a visual art exhibit, small bites and a Touch Armor Class performance.

Dan and Lauren Wice, featured speaker Tracy Drain and Kevin and Sunny Lynch.

Chris Vaughn, Penelope and Jack Scally and Faye Highfill.

Mariann and Ken Alderson of the Louisville Astronomical Society.

Samantha Grose and Mariela Pita.

August Northcut, artist Avery Wilder and Amy Wiedl.

Melissa Maupin and Jeff Anderson.

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Lee Jolly and David Thurmond.

Event Co-Producer Tommy Johns and Kentucky to the World Founder Shelly Zegart.

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LRH Landowners’ Picnic Every year, members of Long Run Hounds gather for a full day of food and fun. This year’s picnic was held at Woodsgate Farm in Simpsonville, and highlights included a cake walk game and the raffling of a garden and BBQ basket.

Long Run Hounds member/landowner Irene Lampton with Long Run Hounds members Kathleen Sullivan and Andy Clark.

Long Run Hounds members Lynn Egan and Ned Bonnie, MFH.

Long Run Hounds members Bill Veith, Lisa and Tim Eifler, Lee Bishop, Sarah Parker, John Whitty and Colleen E. Walker.

Long Run Hounds members Lisa and Jed Edinger, Scott Kremer, Terry Adams, Kathryn Wong, Lynne Dowling and Woody and Dana Long.

Landowners Roger, Lucy and Clay Dalton.

Masters of Fox Hounds Alf Caldwell (Huntsman), Jane Winegardner, Paul Bickel and Dinwiddie Lampton.

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Long Run Hounds members Laura Wilhem and Colleen E. Walker.

Long Run Hounds member Ann Pinski Roth, Mary Rose Cissell, Lawrence Boyce, Kathleen Reed and Chady Eversole.

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MADS Live Music The striking new gallery space on Bardstown Road stands for Modern, Artwork, Design and Style, and there is plenty of each inside the walls at any given time. Their Saturday night Live Music series attracts a discerning crowd in the mood for jazz, cocktails and art specials.

Mark and Barbara Jones, Donna Smith and Lauren and E. David Meena.

Laura Jones and Emily DeVos. Pai Charasika and Kelly Corneiller.

Owner Madison Ewing and Jason Schmidt.

Amee Kent and Terri Keeley. Julia Minotti and Alyssa Ashley.

“UXI “ provided the musical entertainment with Cristina Taddonio and Dustin Que.

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Eric Myer and Stephanie Waskevich.

Sid and Misty Bostic with Jenny and Josh Mehling.

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The ‘Grand Nights’ of Summer

sponsor of the evening was The he Whitehall Board Glenview Trust Company along of Regents prewith Brown-Forman Corporation, sented their sevCollecting Kentucky LLC, Louenth annual Summer Celeisville Zoo Foundation, Norton bration earlier this month. Healthcare, Sterling G. Thompson Co., Yum! Brands Foundation It is the time when they Partyline Inc., and many others. honor those who have made special philanthropic CARLA SUE IT WAS A GRAND NIGHT FOR contributions to our comSINGING BROECKER munity. The very first honOne of our town’s most charmoree was Libby Parkinson in 2011. In ing, civic-minded and generous residents, who always prefers public anonym2012, it was the Owsley Brown Frazier Foundation; 2013 – Dr. James R. ity, hosted a bus party to the University of Kentucky Opera Theatre in Lexington Ramsey; 2014 – Debbie Scoppechio; last week. Friends gathered for the trip and 2015 – Kent and Kathy Oyler; and drinks were served along the way with deli2016 – James R. Allen. cious box dinners. It was a full tent of citizens who came to pay honor to the youngest honoree ever: Sandra Ann Frazier. Sandra is loved by all – and not just for what she has done for our town. She has the smile of an impish angel, the most generous heart in town and an A+ personality. Sandra truly cares about her friends and her community. In her remarks in the program Whitehall Regent Laura Weir noted, “Sandra is the founding and managing member of Tandem Public Relations and serves on the boards of 21st Century Parks, The Louisville Zoo, The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, Leadership Louisville Inc., Boston University, Hollins College and the University of Louisville. “Her commitment to her community includes serving on the executive committee and as secretary of the Bi-State Bridge Authority, co-chair of the Louisville Zoo’s Glacier Run Capital Campaign and as a co-chair of the 21st Century Parks Capital Campaign. Additionally, she is past board member of the Muhammad Ali Center, Actors Theatre, Greater Louisville Inc., the Speed Museum, The Nature Conservancy and the Downtown Development Corporation.” In addition to honoring Sandra, the evening’s event was to raise money via admission tickets and a live auction for the preservation of the historic Whitehall mansion and its surrounding estate gardens. Major

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Having not been to Lexington for ages, I was in for a surprise! The Singletary Center for the Arts at UK is wonderful. This year, it hosted the 25th annual production of “It’s a Grand Night for Singing,” a creation of the UK College of Fine Arts, UK Opera Theatre and Opera Lex. It always has performed to a packed house for all these years! Dr. Everett McCorvey, D.M.A, who is the producer and executive director of UK Opera Theatre, conceived the show during the summer of 1993. It is a way of giving talented young performers from the University of Kentucky an opportunity to display their enormous talents and to present some of the great music of Broadway. With a cast of 55 adults and children and a 24-piece orchestra, an almost three-hour production (including intermission) was presented featuring songs from 33 Broadway shows. A special featured performer was Ronan Tynan of the Irish Tenors. He has also been teaching voice at UK. At the end of the show, the entire audience joined the cast in singing “It’s a Grand Night for Singing.” Thank goodness the words were in the program. There are six performances. In a word, the evening was absolutely fabulous! It really is worth the drive to Lexington the next time they have a performance, which will be a year from now. You will love it! I promise! In the meantime, the 25th Anniversary production was filmed by KET and will be aired sometime this fall. VT

Whitehall honoree Sandra Frazier.

Bernadette and Ed Hamilton at Whitehall.

Steve and Cindy Sullivan at Whitehall. The curtain call at “Grand Night for Singing.”

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To raise money for the Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter of the National MS Society, an exciting new event will be taking place on July 27 at the Louisville WaterTower Park. Misters for MS will see handsome bachelors aiding in the festivities, which will also feature cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Evan Williams and Old 502 Winery. To get all the details, we spoke with National MS Society – Kentucky/Southeast Indiana Chapter Executive Director Debra Eichenberger. What is Misters for MS? Misters for MS is a tall, dark and handsome fundraiser benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Our vision is bold: a world free of MS! Our bachelors are bolder, helping us auction off some highly sought-after experiences. What can guests expect at the event? Guests can look forward to a new event that is unique in nature. Held at the beautiful Louisville Water Tower, Misters for MS includes mingling and munching during the silent auction, with cocktails from Tito’s, Evan Williams and Old 502 Winery. During the live auction, bachelors will walk the runway and assist in auctioning off fantastic experiences including a hot air balloon ride, a gift certificate package to dozens of Louisville’s top restaurants, a private CycleBar class for 50, and an in-home private dining experience for 10. WAVE3’s Kevin Harned is our emcee. The event is presented by Hilliard Lyons. Why is the event important for the National MS Society – Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter and

Misters for MS is a bold new fundraiser that supports the Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter of the National MS Society. The Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS in Kentucky and Southeast Indiana and raise funds for critical MS research. Providing services to 108 Kentucky counties as well as Clark and Floyd counties in Southern Indiana, the Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter offers a variety of programs and services to both individuals and families who are coping with the changing lifestyles created by MS. How did this specific event come about? This event is a spin on the National MS Society’s previous luncheon event, Women on the Move. Board member Jessica Tretter had a vision to create an event unlike any other in Louisville. Do you hope to make this an annual event? Yes, we already have some amazing live auction items lined up for the 2018 event. You will not want to miss it! Is it too late to get tickets? Tickets are still available for $65 each at mistersforms.org. Tickets are expected to sell out soon. Sponsorships are available, starting at $750. VT Misters for MS July 27 Louisville Water Tower Park $65 mistersforms.org

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‘Mix & Mingle’ with Jennifer Lawrence By Remy Sisk | Spotlight

his Friday, we will be only two weeks away from The Power of One – the July 14 fundraiser collaboration between the Jennifer Lawrence Foundation and the Frazier History Museum. The night will be a benefit event to support the Jennifer Lawrence Foundation and its mission to promote arts awareness “...and positively impact the lives of young people, artists and the organizations that serve them.” Tickets to the full experience are $1,000; however, earlier this week, a new ticket level was released with the hope of allowing more individuals to be a part of the affair and possibly encounter Jennifer Lawrence herself. The Mix & Mingle Ticket, which carries a $300 price tag, allows guests to enjoy passed appetizers, drinks and access to “The Hunger Games: The Exhibition.” Attendees of this ticket tier will also be treated to live musical performances by local groups Linkin’ Bridge and the Louisville Crashers beginning at 9 p.m. The night as a whole, however, will see guests with both Mix & Mingle and full experience tickets explore the exciting new Hunger Games exhibit, which arrived at the Frazier earlier this spring and has been dazzling Louisvillians ever since. Made up primarily of costumes, props, set pieces and other artifacts from the four Lionsgate films, “The Hunger Games: The Exhibition” landed in Louisville on

Josh Hutcherson and Jennifer Lawrence.

April 1, its fourth stop on an international tour, and will be in town through September 10. When visitors first walk into the exhibit, they begin to travel through the journey of the Hunger Games saga. The first stop is Katniss Everdeen’s hometown of District 12, where we immediately see the original Mockingjay pin that is perhaps the most iconic element from the entire series. Next, we move to the day of The Reaping from the first book and film and see Effie Trinket’s now signature fuchsia costume. The exhibit continues on in just this way with recognizable moments recreated with elaborate set pieces and mannequins clothed in original costume pieces. There’s also an exciting interactive element to the exhibit. One of the most breathtaking is a replica of a Gamemaker’s table, where visitors can explore the world of the Hunger Games arena digitally and browse through different obstacles and elements of the Games themselves. But it’s not all about the spectacle. The walls are decorated with informative plaques that explain in fascinating detail the roles of the various crew members who came together to make the four-film series as successful as it was. Other up-close highlights include the Girl on Fire dress, the Mockingjay dress and the Mockingjay armor. Katniss’ bow and

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Josh Hutcherson, Jennifer Lawrence and “The Hunger Games” director Francis Lawrence.

arrows are also on display, as is Cinna’s sketchbook. Videos play throughout the exhibit as well, and as you look upon a recreation of a scene from “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1,” a video of behind-the-scenes footage will play off to the side to give you a deeper understanding of what it took to realize the District 13 scene you see before you. Hunger Games star and Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence will be attending The Power of One, and it is entirely possible guests with the Mix & Mingle ticket will get a chance to chat with her as party-goers exclusively explore the exhibition on July 14. “With Louisville being

Jennifer’s hometown, she feels strongly about giving back and making an impact here,” emphasizes Jennifer Lawrence Foundation Executive Director Meredith Lawrence. “This is the first time she has had the opportunity to come back and celebrate. It is important to her and the incredible impact her foundation is making.” VT The Power of One July 14 Full experience: $1,000; Mix & Mingle: $300 fraziermuseum.org jenniferlawrencefoundation. com

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Samantha Humbert, Rebecca Marks, Suzi Lazzari and Sara Winslow at Cooking @ Millie’s opening night.

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T Cooking @ Millie’s Co-Owner Natalie Reece and Matthew Porter.

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here is a new hot spot in town that promises to give you the most entertaining dining experience of your life with a menu imagined by some of the most celebrated chefs in town, but the dress code is a black apron. That’s right, for this meal you must wield a spatula to turn up the heat on having fun whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chef.

Louisville has plenty of bragging rights when it comes to our culinary scene, but when Natalie Reece wanted a way to participate and engage in the cooking process, she found limited options and decided to change that. So she and business partner Rob Henley decided to create Cooking @ Millie’s, located at 340 W.

Chestnut St., anchoring the Hilton Garden Inn. Much like throwing a meal in the crock pot, Reece knew what she wanted the end result of this business to look like, but she also knew that she needed to give it some time for the right ingredients to come together, or in this case, the ideal location. She recalls, “The space required unique specifications so it took some time. I knew approximately what area of town I wanted to be in, and when I found the right people to partner with it all fell into place.” On the first day of June, her dream dish was ready to be shared with the city through a much-hyped grand opening preview night. Deciding on a name, Reece says, was an easy decision: “I feel everyone’s love for cooking starts at home. Every chef I talked to has had a family member who inspired them. It made sense to name my business after my grandmother who thought cooking was how you took care of your family.”

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Millie Reece, Cooking @ Millie’s namesake and grandmother of Co-Owner Natalie Reece.

Reece recalls the frozen custard that took days of preparation that her Grandmother Millie always made the day after Christmas as an annual highlight of the Christmas season. The cherished recipe, she says, will stay in the family, but Millie’s passion for cooking is something she hopes to pass on. The class listing sounds like a veritable “Who’s Who” of the Louisville epicurean scene. There’s a Kentucky dinner menu with Personal Chef Alison Mann, lamb meatballs with Dallas McGarity from Fat Lamb, Vietnamese summer rolls with Louisville Marriott Downtown’s Richard Doering, and potatas bravas with David Passafiume of Le Moo. Then, there are also simple dinner concepts like Taco Wednesday and Cake Pops for Kids. Reece says that the ability to partner with some of the city’s most celebrated

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Corinne Keel and Yelp Louisville Community Director Emily Hagedorn.

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chefs came from existing relationships, but, she explains, “once they heard about the business and how I wanted to create a fun, interactive experience here that is new to Louisville, they wanted to be a part of it.” The fun factor, which was an essential element, was built into the design. “The chefs are given the space with the unique station design to interact hands-on with the students as they cook their own meals,” Reece describes. “With the atmosphere being so relaxed, both the chefs and students get the most out of the experience and enjoy themselves.” One need not worry about level of skill or bringing their own equipment to a class, and while classes are designed for pair enrollment, attending alone is an option that can be accommodated. Traditional classes usually last from an hour and a half up to two hours, and Reece says that the space is ideal for private events. Think bachelorette parties, team-building exercises, birthday and holiday parties. Reece even suggests coordinating a highstakes iron chef competition among friends. “My place is about cooking, eating and having fun,” Reece shares. “Louisville is such a unique food city so I wanted to build a place where people got to experience that as more than just a spectator.” VT

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By Mariah Kline | Nuptials

lanning a big wedding in under a year can mean a lot of stress with plans going awry. But for Danielle Kidwell and Matthew Cuculic, it meant a one-of-a-kind celebration that left them with countless happy memories. The pair pulled it all together with plenty of DIY elements and the help of their friends and family.

“I like that we did a lot of the decorating ourselves,” says Danielle. “It made it feel like everything was ours and was very unique to us. When it came together after all of our hard work, it felt like a great accomplishment.” Danielle and Matthew met in July 2013 at Humana, where they worked on the same floor. They started out as friendly co-workers, but soon Matthew found himself making weaker and weaker excuses to visit Danielle’s desk. Eventually, they started dating in December of that year and got engaged on Memorial Day 2016. Matthew designed Danielle’s ring with the help of Davis Jewelers and popped the question at the Parklands of Floyds Fork. After a 14-mile bike ride, he and Danielle stopped for a break near a creek, making for a picturesque proposal. The couple decided to have a short engagement, planning their big day in under a year. Danielle found her dress at David’s Bridal and had a matching veil crafted by her seamstress, Maria Hernandez. The true white dress featured an elegant train and a unique scalloped hem. For her “something old” and “something blue” (and for the sake of comfort), Danielle rocked blue Converse sneakers on her big day. The morning of the wedding, Danielle and her bridesmaids had

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their hair and makeup done by Erika Bock. Meanwhile, Matthew and his groomsmen got their facial hair in order at Beards and Beers and stopped for a quick beer at Holy Grale before heading to the church. The couple was married at St. James Church in the Highlands by Father Gary Padgett. Their reception took place at the Jeffersontown Community Center. Danielle and Matthew designed and assembled the decorations for the reception themselves, creating an individualized landscape in shades of black, silver and purple. Their guests enjoyed a catered meal from Mark’s Feed Store, which included brisket, pulled pork and an abundance of delicious side dishes. In lieu of a wedding cake, the couple had the Graeter’s Ice Cream cart and did a “first scoop” together. After dessert, the pair and their guests danced the night away to the sounds of the Usual Suspects band, who played a number of lively hits

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and learned to play a couple of songs just for the bride and groom. “The band absolutely killed it,” says Danielle “The dance floor was packed all night long and it was wonderful. I can’t recommend them enough.” After their big day, Danielle and Matthew took a “mini-moon” and spent a long weekend in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. They haven’t gone on an official honeymoon yet, but the couple will likely take an exciting one-year anniversary trip instead. The personalized decor and the amazing dance party made for a wonderful day, but Danielle attests that her favorite part of the wedding was being surrounded by all of her loved ones. “Having all of the people we love and care about in one place was great,” she says. “That never really happens except at your wedding. Having friends I know from different places and experiences getting to meet each other and spend the weekend together was a lot of fun.” VT

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By AlexAndrA Hepfinger

We live in the land of the free because of the brave. Celebrate this Independence Day in style with the help of Chenoweth Square! From warm home decor to this season’s trending threads, shop local to add a pop of star-spangled glamour to your backyard BBQ!

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5 Digs Home and Garden 3905 Chenoweth Square 502.893.3447

1. “Southern Living Ultimate Book of BBQ,” $24.95; “Bacon 24/Seven,” $22.95; cookbook holder, $18 2. Mosquito repellent outdoor candle, eucalyptus mint, $60 3. Navy/red patterned place mat, $65/4; dinner plate, rustic white, $70/4; salad plate, rustic white, $55/4; cereal bowl, white dot, $60/4; linen navy napkins, $40/4; woven napkin holders, $10/4 Merci Boutique 3911 Chenoweth Square 502.893.4252

4. Rails Clothing, Rocky Catalina striped dress, $70 5. Matt Bernson, Eze Espadrille pebble sneaker, $198; Alice + Olivia, Aberdeen Square sunglasses, red, $225 Cartwheels Paper & Gifts 3919 Chenoweth Square 502.895.1800

6. Sparkler hand towel, $18; coasters, $12 /20

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THIS WEEK’S VOICE CHOICE BUY LOCAL FAIR 2017

Don’t miss the free LIBA Buy Local Fair on July 2 at Louisville Water Tower Park. From noon to 6 p.m., browse from over 180 local business booths including artists, craftspeople and food and drink vendors. The Drink Local Craft Cocktail Competition will take place within the event, which allows guests to vote for the winner from a flight of samples. Trend Appliances will also sponsor a cooking competition in which defending champion Patrick Roney of Harvest Restaurant will take on Jacob Coronado of Red Herring. Other attractions will include a Kids Zone and the Cox’s Smokers Outlet Back Porch. MORE INFO keeplouisvilleweird.com/buylocalfair

FRIDAY, JUNE 30 DOWNS AFTER DARK - DOWNS DOES THE DECADES Churchill Downs is hosting a new kind of nightlife to accompany the races on June 30. Starting at 6 p.m., listen to live music by The Wannabeatles, Tony and the Tanlines and DJ Matt Anthony as you place your bets. There will also be a decades-inspired fashion contest, disco demonstrations and cocktail demonstrations presented by Finlandia. The Millionaires Row Guest Chef Series will also be available for an additional cost. This special series features a premium buffet crafted by Chef Patrick Roney, a full bar, access to the lounge area and more. Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Churchill Downs website. MORE INFO churchilldowns.com

SATURDAY, JULY 1 FREE YOGA AT RIVERSTAGE Join the Jeffersonville Parks Department for this weekly series at the RiverStage. On July 1 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., participate in this free class led by an instructor from Inner Spring Yoga. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Ohio River as you relax and channel your inner yogi. Children are welcome, and participants at all levels of practice are encouraged to attend. Bring your own mat and water bottle, and be sure to arrive a few minutes early to secure a spot. The class will run every Saturday through July and August except for July 29. MORE INFO facebook.com/innerspringyoga

TUESDAY, JULY 4 JULY FOURTH FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA PRESENTED BY LG&E Spend this Independence Day at the ballpark on July 4 at Louisville Slugger Field. Starting at 6:45 p.m., watch the Louisville Bats take on the

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Toledo Mud Hens, then stick around to see the special fireworks show after the game. The first 2,000 fans through the door will receive a free patriotic hat. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. MORE INFO 502.212.2287

SATURDAY, JULY 8 JEFFERSONTOWN SUMMER CRAFT BEER FEST Join the Chamber Jeffersontown for this third annual event on July 8. Happening at the Pavilion at Gaslight Square from 4 to 8 p.m., this event will feature over 50 craft beers, local wines, food trucks and more. Live music will entertain as guests mingle and sample a variety of beverages. The event will take place rain or shine and is only for those 21 and over. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online or at any Cox’s Smokers Outlet locations. Sponsors include Citizens Union Bank, River City Distributing and more. MORE INFO jtownbeerfest.com “HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE IN CONCERT” PRESENTED BY THE LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA The Louisville Orchestra presents the ultimate Harry Potter film fan experience July 8 and 9! “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert” will be a full showing of the film on a giant high-definition screen with the unforgettable John Williams score performed live by the Louisville Orchestra. The Harry Potter film series is one of those once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomena that continues to delight millions of fans around the world. Don’t miss your chance to relive the magic of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” featuring the Louisville Orchestra. Performances will take place in The Kentucky Center’s Whitney Hall, and tickets start at $25 for children and $35 for adults. MORE INFO louisvilleorchestra.org

TUESDAY, JULY 11 THE FRAZIER HISTORY MUSEUM PRESENTS: THE MASTERS SERIES This exclusive bourbon, brandy and craft beer event is a chance for visitors to immerse themselves into the pride of the commonwealth with Masters of Kentucky’s booming beverage industry. In the second event of this crowd-pleasing Masters Series event, guests will get a chance to taste products from Maker’s Mark Distillery, Copper & Kings American Brandy Company and Against the Grain Brewery while learning about the passion that goes into crafting great bourbon, brandy and beer. Guests will also enjoy inspired pairings from premium caterer Wiltshire Pantry. General admission is $28, member admission is $22, and the event will last from 7 to 9 p.m. on July 11. MORE INFO fraziermuseum.org

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12 “THE MUSIC MAN” PRESENTED BY DERBY DINNER PLAYHOUSE By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, “The Music Man” is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson’s six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. “The Music Man” follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. The show will run at Derby Dinner Playhouse through August 20.

more than one mental health expert, and it’s something parents need to remember when interacting with their children. ••• DEAR ABBY: My husband wants to help in the kitchen with the dishes. Dear Abby Call me stupid to complain, but he is causing me more work, and I don’t JEANNE know what to do. This is the second marriage for PHILLIPS both of us, and I am trying hard to be a kinder, gentler wife. When my husband washes the dishes, pots and pans, he misses spots, sometimes lots of them. Also, he is impatient and doesn’t want to wait the three minOn a recent vacation, I decided enough utes it takes for the hot water to get to the was enough. Jon had headphones on and was kitchen, so he washes in cold water. watching videos online while we were at a I tell him I will take care of the dishes, but restaurant. His mother was on her cellphone then he gets upset with me. How do I handle as I sat there wondering how long I’d wait. Jon’s grades have dropped and he doesn’t sleep this without hurting his feelings or his pride? — KINDER, GENTLER WIFE well. I can see he is so connected to his electronics that he’s disconnected from people. DEAR K.G.W.: Sometimes it’s not what While I don’t want to seem controlling, I we say but how we say it that can hurt somenow feel I have a vested interest in the boy. I care about him and see that the constant stim- one’s feelings or pride. Tell your husband that you love him and know he wants to do this ulation is affecting much of his life. I’m not for you, but, respectfully, his “talents” lie elsesure he even knows how to make friends. where. Because he is willing to help, entrust Should I push for his TV to be taken out of his room? His mother is excellent at setting her him to the important task of doing the rinsing and/or drying. own boundaries, but because of her divorce, I ••• think she’s reluctant to set boundaries for him. DEAR ABBY: I recently had to spend a — NEEDS HELP IN CHICAGO night in the hospital following minor surgery. One of the female techs taking care of me DEAR NEEDS HELP: If you haven’t disleaned over me to straighten out the bedding cussed your concerns with Jon’s mother, you should because they are valid. If his grades are and I could see “everything” when the top of her scrubs fell open. suffering and he isn’t getting enough rest, it’s I’m not sure if it was on purpose or by accitime for her to step up to the plate and start dent. I say this because after the first time, it acting like a parent. happened several more times. I only looked When the three of you are having a meal the first time out of shock. The other times, I together, the electronics should be put away, looked away. and you and your girlfriend should make a Other than saying, “Hey, lady, I can see point of including her son in the conversation. your boobies when you bend over,” what’s At his age, he should be informed about and have an opinion regarding current events. As to the polite way to say, “Oops – wardrobe malfunction”? removing the television/gaming from his bed— GOT AN EYEFUL IN ILLINOIS room, his mother should warn him in advance that it will happen if his grades don’t improve. DEAR GOT AN EYEFUL: Since, with Interacting with others doesn’t come natuluck, you won’t have to make another visit rally to everyone. Developing these skills takes to the hospital, I think your question may be practice. Learning to make eye contact, carry moot. However, the discreet way to deal with on a conversation and pick up on social cues something like that would be to mention what are skills people learn in person, not by texhappened to the head nurse or supervisor and ting. This is a conversation I have had with say that it made you uncomfortable.

EAR ABBY: I’ve been dating a wonderful woman for two years. She has a son in high school I’ll call “Jon.” Like many teens I see, he is constantly on his smartphone, his school-required tablet or playing video games on the TV in his bedroom.

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Teen Immersed in Electronics is Losing Touch with People ••• DEAR ABBY: I’m in my early 30s and recently met a very attractive woman my age. We are planning to get married. She wants us to be married as soon as possible because she has been divorced for the last seven years. My problem is, she’s extremely secretive about her past, especially the period between her divorce and our meeting. I have been open with her about my past, but when I ask about hers, she refuses to discuss it and says it has nothing to do with our relationship. I have a feeling there may be something nasty she’s hiding. I’m afraid I’m heading into a trap, but my love for her makes it tough to consider breaking up. Am I being too demanding? — CONCERNED GUY IN THE SOUTH DEAR CONCERNED GUY: If your intuition is screaming that your girlfriend’s desire for a hasty marriage could spell trouble in the future, you should pay close attention to it. It is not “too demanding” to want to know what one’s fiancée has been doing for the last seven years. Under no circumstances should you marry this woman without first talking to a lawyer, who I am sure will suggest doing a background check and/or drafting an ironclad prenuptial agreement. ••• DEAR ABBY: I recently attended a bridal shower for my nephew’s fiancée. My sisterin-law (the future mother-in-law of the bride) also attended the shower. She did not choose any gifts from the bride’s registry but decided instead to give the bride lingerie, including thong underwear. Frankly, I was shocked. I didn’t think it was appropriate for either the mother or the future mother-in-law to give such intimate gifts. Am I wrong? — FLUMMOXED IN FLORIDA DEAR FLUMMOXED: Shower guests are not restricted to items based solely upon the couple’s registry. They can give whatever gift they wish to the bride and groom. Your sisterin-law chose something she thought the bride and groom would enjoy. Please try to be less judgmental and hope she was right. •••

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at dearabby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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pets of the week Meet Itty Bitty! Itty Bitty is a seven-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat who came to the Kentucky Humane Society when his owner could no longer care for him. This petite tabby mix weighs just eight pounds and is looking for a quiet household to spend his days. Itty Bitty is stressed in the shelter environment but warms up with time, patience and treats. He has lived with other cats and dogs in his previous home but would do best with low key animals who respect his space. Itty Bitty has so much love to give and is ready to have a family once again. Could it be with you? Itty Bitty is neutered, micro-chipped and up-to-date on all vaccinations. Come meet him today at the Springhurst Feeders Supply, 9485 Brownsboro Road. For more on Itty Bitty or any of our adoptable pets, please call 502-366-3355 or visit kyhumane.org. Meet Sandi! Three-year-old Sandi is a petite Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix who came to the Kentucky Humane Society from a rural shelter. When Sandi arrived at KHS, she had just given birth to a single puppy. We sent her into foster care with her puppy where she and her pup truly flourished! Now that Sandi’s puppy is grown, it’s time for Sandi to find a new family to love. Sandi is a small girl weighing just eleven pounds. She seems to be nervous around other dogs so a meet and greet is required to make sure she and her new canine friend will get along. While Sandi has made many friends here at the shelter, she misses having a true home and family. Could you be the one she’s waiting for? Sandi is spayed, micro-chipped and up-to-date on all vaccinations. Come meet her at our East Campus, 1000 Lyndon Lane in east Louisville. For more on Sandi or any of our adoptable pets, please call 502-366-3355 or visit kyhumane.org.

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