Get inspired by the 33 bucket lists in this issue: • A recommended trip for your bucket list. • How your beauty routines contribute to your bucket list possibilities. • Even your kids can start their own bucket lists! Don’t forget to nominate a Way to Go Woman here. And, click here to get ready to meet the 2017 Most Admired Women!
Kay Russell is wearing: Hat by Dee’s, $279, 5045 Shelbyville Road, 502.896.6755; dress, $149 available at Talbot’s 194 N. Hurstbourne Parkway, 502.423.9445; necklace, $42, bracelet, $18 available at Magnolia & Fig 12621 Shelbyville Road, 502.253.4567. Kellen Russell is wearing: Hat by Christine A. Moore Millinery, $730 available at Rodes For Her 4938 Brownsboro Road 502.753.7633; dress, $46, belt, $16, earrings, $16, bracelets $16/ea. available at Magnolia & Fig, 12621 Shelbyville Road 502.253.4567.Kay Russell started working with the Kentucky Derby Festival 26 years ago, and took her baby girl with her. “I’m what they call a ‘Festival [...]
By Brigid Morrissey Yvonne Austin creates a theme to live by at the beginning of each year. This year, her theme is passion and compassion. One of her passions is running, and she loves connecting with new people. As a former race ambassador for the Kentucky Derby Marathon and a current Bourbonite for the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon scheduled for October, Yvonne found the solution to combining both. “Running is defined as ‘anything you do at a faster pace than walking.’ I am compassionate about meeting people where they are, which means I run at [...]
You can find lots of fun, games, a large disco ball, drinks and food everyday until May 5.New this year to Fest-a-ville is Coliseum Coffee Works offering a variety of cold coffee drinks, such as, the Chocolate Mint frappe and the Mocha Latte.Bite into Maurice Williams’ SmoFried Cafe Burger, which won the 6th Annual Derby Burger Challenge sponsored by Kentucky Beef Council.Try Drake’s Thunder Punch featuring Four Roses Yellow Label bourbon, peach puree, blood orange bitters, lemon juice, grenadine, and ginger beer. Served at all bars at the Kentucky Derby Fest-a-ville.Indulge in deep-fried candy such [...]
It's time to stretch that famous two-minute race into a month-long party! The Kentucky Derby Festival will be in full swing this weekend, providing a multitude of festivities (including Balloonfest, pictured above) to bolster your Derby spirit. In addition to the festival, other activities this weekend range from outdoor and indoor concerts, a celebration of Derby's past, a day of leadership for girls, and more.Check out our suggestions below for a memorable weekend:Gather your kids Sunday and enjoy two Kentucky Derby Festival activities perfect for families. YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a free event with [...]
Women 4 Women is giving women in our community a chance for success — and they’ve already made the investment. Through their 2017 Grant Awards, they have given grants — totaling $120,000 — to 10 local non-profit organizations serving women and girls. This award brings the organization’s giving total to nearly $1.5 million over its 25-year history. “Women 4 Women was founded on a desire to serve women and girls. Since the initial vision of Cissy Mussleman 25 years ago, the mission of Women 4 Women has been to elevate the economic self-sufficiency of women and [...]
