LOUISVILLE, KYLOUISVILLE, KYLOUISVILLE, KYLISTEN TO THE

LOCALSInsider advice on

where to eat, drink, shop, and relax

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

What to do and where to do it from Memorial Day

to Labor Day

TAKE A SIPFresh and fizzy

with cucumber bitters from El Guapo Bitters

in NOLA

PACK YOUR BAG

Summer style essentials for Southern ladies and gents

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KATIE TOUPIN

A LOCAL RESTAURANT TOTALLY

WORTH THE BUZZ IS El Camino. They’ve got great cocktails and a beautiful outdoor bar with torches and flames providing lighting. Cool Dìa de los Muertos vibes. elfreakingcamino.com

I’M TAKING MY DATE TO Seviche (sevicherestaurant.com) if I’m looking for a nice, classy date spot. Chef Anthony Lamas is incredible. If I’m keeping it casual, I’ll grab sushi at Wild Ginger (wildgingerky.com).

MY ROAD TRIP PLAYLIST INCLUDES J. Roddy Walston & The Business, Palma Violets, Dave Rawlings Machine, Otis Redding, The Band, and Hall & Oates.

I GET MY VINTAGE FIX AT The Nitty Gritty (nittygrittyvintage.com) for clothes and costumes. For my vinyl records, Guestroom Records (guestroom-records.com) and

Better Days Records

(betterdaysrecords.net). For

random stuff, The Crazy

Daisy Antique Mall

(crazydaisyantiquemall.com).

I’M DRINKING at Garage Bar

in NuLu. The Basil Gimlet

with gin is their most

popular drink. The best

part, however, is the

outdoor Ping-Pong table

made from old auto parts.

garageonmarket.com

I ALREADY HAVE TICKETS TO The

Forecastle Festival. It occurs

downtown along the river,

and the whole city is

buzzing about it that week.

forecastlefest.com

I SCOUR THE FARM STANDS AT the

farmers’ market on

Bardstown Road (bards

townroadfarmersmarket.com)

Saturday mornings. The

Flea Off Market is also a

way-cool event that has just

about anything you could

want as well. I highly

suggest the build-your-own

Bloody Mary while browsing

booths.

I ESCAPE SUMMER RAINSTORMS AT

Better Days Records. The

dollar bin can be pretty

good. betterdaysrecords.net

I KNOW IT’S SUMMER IN THE CITY

WHEN Waterfront Wednesdays

start. The great local radio

station WFPK puts on huge,

free outdoor concerts at

Waterfront Park with really

great touring acts. louisville

waterfront.com

HOUNDMOUTH SINGER/KEYBOARDIST, @KATIETOUPIN

LISTEN TO THE LOCALS

All events are subject to change. Check the website listed for up-to-date information.

M AY 2 7 - J UNE 8THE BOOK OF MORMONSee the hilarious musical

comedy that has won nine

Tony Awards at The Kentucky

Center. $43 and up; louisville

.broadway.com

M AY 28 -A UGUST 2 7WFPK WATERFRONT WEDNESDAYSBring a blanket and picnic for

live music concerts on the Big

Four Lawn on the last

Wednesday of each month

throughout the summer.

Free; louisvillewaterfront.com

M AY 3 1KEG LIQUORS FEST OF ALETake part in a charity beer

festival across the river that

helps raise funds for the

WHAS Crusade for Children.

$30 and up; kegliquors.com

M AY 3 1PRINCESS PENELOPE’S DRAGONA musical comedy and

modern version of “The Boy

Who Cried Wolf” at the Derby

Dinner Playhouse. $16 and

up; derbydinner.com

J UNE 7THE COLOR RUN LOUISVILLEA unique fitness fad where runners are doused in washable paint powder as they complete a 5k at Waterfront Park. $40 and up; thecolorrun.com

J UNE 1 3 -A UGUST 29LOUISVILLE BATS FIREWORKSAfter every Friday-night home game of the Louisville Bats, watch a fireworks display over Louisville

M AY 3 1WALK MS LOUISVILLEAn event at Waterfront Park benefiting those who live with multiple sclerosis and their loved ones. Free; louisvillewaterfront.com

J UNE 1 -A UGUST 3 1BOURBON AND BLUEGRASS JAMCome together every Sunday in the name of great bourbon, and watch local talent take the stage and perform live at Haymarket Whiskey Bar. Free; haymarketwhiskeybar .com

J UNE 1 -A UGUST 1EAT WELL, PLAY WELLA nutrition and fitness exhibit that encourages healthy living at the Muhammad Ali Center. $9; alicenter.org

J UNE 2THE WORLD FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRALive jazz ensemble takes the stage at the Derby Dinner Playhouse. $25 and up; derbydinner.com

Slugger Field. $7 and up; batsbaseball.com

J UNE 1 4BOURBON BY THE BRIDGEBourbon tasting and cocktails, bourbon-based snacks, and live music at Waterfront Park. $75 and up; bourbonbythebridge.com

J UNE 1 6MASTER DISTILLER NIGHTMeet-and-greets, Q&As, bottle signings, and tastings from a master distiller, the third Monday of every month throughout the summer at Haymarket Whiskey Bar. Free; haymarketwhiskeybar .com

J UNE 1 9ENTHUSIAST CLASS: BOURBON HISTORY WITH MIKE VEACHRaise your bourbon IQ with some history and a tour at Moonshine University. $39; moonshineuniversity.com

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

J UNE 1 1 -A UGUST 1 7Pack a picnic and enjoy live, outdoor

performances throughout the summer in Central Park.

Free; kyshakespeare.com

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WHAT TO DO & WHERE TO DO IT

FROM MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

All events are subject to change. Check the website listed for up-to-date information.

J ULY 2 -A UGUST 1 6MARY POPPINSSee a musical performance of the classic childhood favorite at the Derby Dinner Playhouse. $36 and up; derbydinner.com

J ULY 3FANFARE FOR THE 4TH — MUSICAL VISIONS OF AMERICASee the Louisville Chorus perform at the Beargrass Christian Church. $20; louisvillechorus.org

J ULY 3 - 4WATERFRONT INDEPENDENCE FESTIVALCelebrate the holiday with live music and fireworks at Waterfront Park. Free; waterfrontindependence festival.com

J ULY 1 1ENTHUSIAST WORKSHOP: BOURBON-MAKING WORKSHOPLearn the ins and outs of distilling the Kentucky favorite at Moonshine University. $395; moonshineuniversity.com

J ULY 18 - 20THE FORECASTLE FESTIVALThousands of music fans gather in Waterfront Park for a three-day festival featuring big-name musical acts including Outkast, Band of Horses, and Dwight Yoakam. $144.50 and up; forecastlefest .com

J ULY 18 - 207TH ANNUAL JANE AUSTEN FESTIVAL

A UGUST 1 4 - 23WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOWWatch as Saddlebreds and their owners compete at the Kentucky Exposition Center. $22 and up; kystate fair.org

A UGUST 18MASTER DISTILLER NIGHTMeet-and-greets, bottle signings, Q&As, and tastings from a master distiller at Haymarket Whiskey Bar. Free; haymarketwhiskeybar .com

A UGUST 2 1ENTHUSIAST CLASS: BOURBON IN THE KITCHENBourbon class at Moonshine University. $39; moonshineuniversity.com

A UGUST 24IRONMAN LOUISVILLECheer on some of the greatest athletes in the world as they compete for the Ironman

Join with like-minded readers in celebration of the notable author at Locust Grove. $5 and up; jasna louisville.com

J ULY 2 1MASTER DISTILLER NIGHTMeet-and-greets, bottle signings, Q&As, and tastings from a master distiller at Haymarket Whiskey Bar. Free; haymarketwhiskeybar .com

J ULY 26GLOW GO! 5KGet out and get active with this mix between a 5k run and a glow light dance party. $45 and up; glowgo.com

J ULY 3 1 -A UGUST 345TH ANNUAL STREET ROD NATIONALS PLUSCar exhibition at the Kentucky Exposition Center. nsra-usa.com

A UGUST 1 - 3FANDOMFESTComic book exposition at the Kentucky International Convention Center. $30 and up; fandomfest.com

A UGUST 4 - 102014 PGA CHAMPIONSHIPSee some of the best golfers in the world compete at the Valhalla Golf Club. $25 and up; pga.com

A UGUST 1 4 - 24KENTUCKY STATE FAIRKentucky Exposition Center. $8 and up; kystatefair.org

title. Free to watch, $625 to register; ironmanlouisville .com

A UGUST 29 -S EPTEMBER 1WORLDFESTFood, music, and dance from cultures all over the world at the Belvedere. Free; louisvilleky.gov

A UGUST 3 1LOUISVILLE BATS FIREWORKSAfter this special Labor Day eve home game of the Louisville Bats, there is a fireworks show over Louisville Slugger Field. $7 and up; batsbaseball.com

LOUISVILLE BLUES, BREWS & BBQ FESTIVAL

J ULY 1 1 - 1 3Local smokehouses take on the

cult favorite at the Louisville Water Tower. $10 and up;

louisvillebluesandbbqfestival.com

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THE COOL DOWNNOLA’S EL GUAPO CUCUMBER

BITTERS ADD BOTANICAL NOTES TO THIS FRESH AND

FIZZY GIN-BASED DRINK

THE DRINK

MAKE IT YOURSELF

Bruise or crumple 1 fresh mint sprig in a cocktail shaker to release flavor. Add 3 Tbsp. gin (such as Bristow); let stand 2 minutes. Discard mint. Add 4 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice, 4 1/2 tsp. simple syrup, and 6 dashes of cucumber bitters (such as El Guapo). Fill shaker with ice cubes. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 sec-onds). Strain into a 10-oz. glass, and top with dry Champagne. Garnish with a mint sprig or cucumber slices.

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FOR THE LADIESSUIT UP AND STAND OUT IN THESE STYLE ESSENTIALS JUST RIGHT FOR A SOUTHERN SUMMER

PACK THE PERFECT BEACH BAG

1 THE BAG: Leather accents add

weight to this woven cotton tote,

handmade in Atlanta. $125;

andovertrask.com

2 THE HAT: A crochet overlay gives a

feminine take to this baseball cap.

$85; proudmary.org

3 THE TOWEL: Supersoft towels that

are totally customizable. $50;

meandredesign.com

4 THE SUNGLASSES: The latest designs

from NOLA brand KREWE come in

sleek and stylish shapes. $185;

kreweduoptic.com

5 THE COVER-UP: A breezy beaded

tunic by the queen bee of beach

style. $138; lillypulitzer.com

6 THE SWIMSUIT: This bold red

Marysia suit is an Everything But

Water exclusive; pair with a skirt

after hours. $304; everythingbut

water.com

7 THE WRISTLET: This water-resistant

bag can afford to get a little wet.

$32; haydenreis.com

8 THE SHOES: Memory foam on the

Jasmine flip-flop makes trekking

around the coast feel like walking

on sunshine. $198; elaineturner.com

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FOR THE GENTSYOUR NEW MUST-HAVES FOR THE BEACH AND BEYOND—ALL MADE IN THE SOUTH

PACK THE PERFECT BEACH BAG

1 THE HAT: Southern Proper’s Frat Hat is meant to be worn in and dirtied up. $28; southernproper.com

2 THE OYSTER KNIFE: Whip out this heirloom-quality hammered Edisto knife and prepare to impress. $350; williamsknife.com

3 THE SHIRT: Made of 100% cotton and prewashed for fit and comfort, Southern Tide’s T-shirt is the only one you’ll need this summer. $34; southerntide.com

4 THE BAG: This sturdy MAKR backpack can stand up to any active adventure. $245; makr.com

5 THE TOWEL: Nashville’s Turkish-T Deck Bath Terry Towel is lightweight with a layer of terry to keep you dry. $80; taigan.com

6 THE TRUNKS: Lilly Pulitzer’s granddaughter designs these salmon-hued shorts. $125; strongboalt.com

7 THE SUNGLASSES: D.C.-based Panda makes sleek wooden frames. Profits from every pair go toward charity. $120; wearpanda.com

8 THE SANDALS: Atlanta’s Clay + Bros keeps things simple with a rubber sole and parachute-cord straps. $65; clayandbros.com

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