What To Do This Weekend

As we cruise into fall, take some time to enjoy the fruits of the season. Take a scenic trip to a farm such as Gallrein Farms, Huber Family Farm, or Farm Life to select the perfect pumpkin or pick some crisp apples. This weekend, you can also come face to face with dinosaurs, take in a movie on Slugger Field, head bang to some heavy metal music, and more.Check out some weekend selections below:Embark on a prehistoric journey from the Jurassic, Triassic, and Cretaceous periods and discover the dinosaurs that ruled the earth for more [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:48-04:00September 28, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|

They Don’t Let Anyone Die Alone

By Brigid MorrisseyIt plagues the young and old. It shows no preference based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status. And it’s the big equalizer: death. Facing our own demise is not easy, even if you have an endless supply of support and love. But now imagine if you are alone.No one wants to imagine dying alone, and Hildegard House, located at the former convent on the St. Joseph campus in Butchertown, has made it its mission to extend end-of-life services and provide a way to “die with dignity” to people at the end of life [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:48-04:00September 24, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|

What To Do This Weekend

If you haven't stopped by the Louisville Zoo to see its Butterflies n’ Blooms exhibit, go check out Flutter Fest, culminating with the tagging of 1,000 monarch butterflies for the exhibit's final weekend. Activities will include crafts, butterfly tagging, parades, storytime, and more.This weekend you can also enjoy a little jazz, take the kids to a bike rodeo, and see some public art.See below for weekend fun:Enjoy some international music at the Clifton Roots, Jazz and Heritage Festival, featuring artists from Venezuela, Spain, Cuba, Israel (Jazz Artist of the Year!), Brazil, and many Louisville artists and  dance parties in [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:48-04:00September 21, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|

What To Do This Weekend

The Waterfront Botanical Gardens celebrates its official Groundbreaking this weekend with various festivities. The Groundbreaking ceremony will feature music, light refreshments, words from political and religious leaders, and hot air balloon by Skycab Balloons. The Gardens will also host the First Annual Homebrew Fair, complete with a homebrew contest, vendors, and the opportunity to learn about the agriculture and craftsmanship of brewing beer. Lastly, the annual reGeneration Fair 2017 will feature food trucks, live music, environmental displays, and activities for guests of all ages. Louisville Visual Art will also host a Plein Air Paint Out onsite.See below for some fun weekend offerings:Surround yourself [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:48-04:00September 14, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|

Changes Part 3: Knowing What to Keep and Toss Can be Tricky — But Not for Jill Rhoades

By Megan M. SeckmanWhen Jill Rhoades’ last son went off to college, she and her husband were left with a big house full of stuff, but it felt empty. For years they had been threatening to downsize when husband Marty retired, but faced with their newly vacant home, they realized it was time.“I had an ‘aha’ moment — we don’t have to wait. There was no sadness or regret, we just knew it was time for our home to be for someone else,” Jill says, reflecting about her decision to sell everything she owned and [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:49-04:00September 10, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|

What To Do This Weekend

This weekend is brimming with outdoor activities to entertain you and to help you make the most of the mild weather. Spend some time experiencing all there is to do and eat at the festivals, get active by walking or biking for a good cause (or go and support those that do), enjoy several live music acts and more.Check out our list below for weekend fun:Cyclists will bike 35, 65, or 100 miles (or take part in a 5-mile family ride) at the Bike to Beat Cancer event for riders of all levels to benefit Norton Cancer [...]

By |2018-07-02T15:29:49-04:00September 7, 2017|Old Weekend Posts|
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