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27 Kentucky Derby Festival

OFFICIAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Featured 16 Distilled Downtown Louisville’s distilleries honor the past while pointing the way to the future of Kentucky’s native spirit

22 Candy Horses and Banana Dolphins Mixologists pull out all the stops for annual bourbon cocktail competition

42 Southern Comfort The Beaumont Inn commemorates 100 years of history and hospitality

52 Favorite Son Kentucky-based trainer Dale Romans defines success on his own terms

Departments 2 Kentucky Kwiz 4 Mag on the Move 8 Across Kentucky 10 Oddities at the Museum

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12 Cooking 56 Off the Shelf 60 Gardening 61 Field Notes 62 Calendar

Voices 3 Readers Write 58 Past Tense/Present Tense 72 Vested Interest ON THE COVER Photo of the Kentucky Derby Festival’s Ken-Ducky Derby, one the more than 70 events that comprise the Festival (see page 27). The “Dale” of “Derby, Ducks and Dale” refers to trainer Dale Romans (page 52).

KENTUCKY

Kwiz

Test your knowledge of our beloved Commonwealth. To find out how you fared, see the bottom of Vested Interest or take the Kwiz online at kentuckymonthly.com. 1. Each April, Irvine hosts which unique festival? A. Mountain Laurel Festival B. Mountain Mushroom Festival C. Mountain Justice Festival 2. Actor Warren Oates died in April 1983, less than a year after the release of Stripes, a film starring Bill Murray that was filmed in Kentucky. In the film, Oates in the role of Sgt. Hulka rescues his platoon and the top-secret EM-50 Urban Assault Vehicle from a Bullitt County bourbon distillery that stood in for which foreign country? A. Russia

6. With two titles in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, which city high school has won more state baseball championships than any other? A. Elizabethtown B. Caverna C. Owensboro 7. Not only did David Spangler of Powell County score three runs in one inning (a record he shares with Russellville’s Gary Gettings) against Wolfe County in 2005, how did he score each run? A. By stealing home

B. Czechoslovakia

B. By hitting home runs in three consecutive at bats

C. China

C. On fielding errors

3. Which famous Kentucky-born writer penned an episode of the popular 1970s sitcom, Rhoda, a spinoff of The Mary Tyler Moore Show?

8. Ninety percent of poa pratensis (Kentucky bluegrass) seed comes from which three adjoining states?

A. Marsha Norman

A. Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio B. Idaho, Oregon, Washington

B. George C. Wolfe

C. Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa

C. Sue Grafton 4. Western frontiersman and mountain man Kit Carson was born on Christmas Eve near Richmond, but around his first birthday moved to Howard County, Missouri, with his family and lived on land owned by the sons of which Kentucky pioneer?

9. Sazerac, the parent company of 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort and Glenmore Distillery in Owensboro, began as what other New Orleans business in 1850? A. An apothecary B. A gin joint C. A coffee house

A. Simon Kenton B. Daniel Boone C. Jim Bridger 5. Former Congressman Ken Lucas of Boone County was one of several conservative Democrats credited with coining the phrase “Blue-Dog Democrat.” It’s based on the old Southern term “Yellow-Dog Democrat,” which roughly describes: A. Someone who would vote for a yellow dog as long as it was a Democrat

10. Joseph Craft III, the husband of U.S. Ambassador Kelly Knight Craft, and the name behind the Joe Craft Center at the University of Kentucky and Morehead State University’s Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics, was born in which eastern Kentucky city? A. Hazard B. Harlan C. Hindman

B. Someone who was afraid to vote for anyone other than a Democrat C. A Democrat with a sunny disposition This issue is printed in memory of Christopher Eugene Shake (1936-2019) and John McDonald (1946-2019).

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Editorial PATRICIA RANFT, Associate Editor DEBORAH KOHL KREMER, Assistant Editor MADELYNN COLDIRON and TED SLOAN, Contributing Editors REBECCA REDDING, Layout Artist CAIT A. SMITH, Copy Editor Senior Kentributors JACKIE HOLLENKAMP BENTLEY, BILL ELLIS, STEVE FLAIRTY, GARY GARTH, RACHAEL GUADAGNI, JESSE HENDRIX-INMAN, KRISTY ROBINSON HORINE, ABBY LAUB, LINDSEY McCLAVE, BRENT OWEN, KEN SNYDER, WALT REICHERT, GARY P. WEST

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VOICES MIDWAY CO-FOUNDER I read the article on Midway University in the February issue of Kentucky Monthly (page 38). I was dismayed that the writer of the article did not do her homework with respect to the founding of Midway. I am not only a proud graduate of Midway from its nursing program but also a direct descendant of James Ware Parrish. Dr. L.L. Pinkerton, then the minister of Midway Christian Church, called a meeting to discuss the idea. It was Parrish who showed up at the meeting (the only church deacon to come). He gave the land for the school and gave funds for the first buildings on campus. At the time, the school was called the Kentucky Female Orphan School. Parrish’s portrait is at the home of the

president of the University in Midway. Many thanks for your consideration. Carole Ann Walcutt Arnold Cornell, Venice, Florida POETIC PRAISE I loved the poem by Dorothy Sutton featured in your “Penned” writers’ showcase (February issue, page 24). “No Man’s Land” takes a sad and moving subject (a young Kentucky boy going off to World War I) and creates a beautifully poignant tribute to the human condition. Sutton’s language is wonderful, such as matching the farm boy’s language— “slopping the hogs” with the “trenches

Readers Write of muddy slop” from WW I warfare. She captured in just the right words the shell shock and culture shock. The other writings were most enjoyable also. Thank you for including the arts in your fine magazine! Elizabeth Hyden, Cocoa Beach,

Correction Teacher Angie Beavin, the recipient of the 2018-19 Milken Educator Award, is the only educator in Kentucky to receive the honor this year (March issue, page 6). Kentucky teachers have received the award in previous years.

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Even when you’re far away, you can take the spirit of your Kentucky home with you. And when you do, we want to see it!

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MAG ON THE MOVE

Kristi O’Nan and Jane Henshaw

England This mother and daughter, both of Sturgis in Union County, took a tour of Highclere Castle, the setting for the television series Downton Abbey, in Hampshire, near the town of Newbury, United Kingdom.

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Jill and Harold Cudd

Sherry Spears

Texas

Washington State

The Georgetown couple took a road trip through central Texas, stopping at the famed Alamo in San Antonio.

Spears, who hails from Owensboro, visited Seattle and enjoyed the snowcovered mountains with friends and family.

Lillian Faye Burton, Dr. Samantha Faye Jenkins, and Allyson Faye Burton Brake

Greece This group from Ashland traveled throughout Greece and Turkey and are pictured at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, site of the first modern Olympics in 1896.

MAG ON THE MOVE

The Sprys and the Rowells

Israel Chris and Eleanor Spry of Murray and Larry and Edwina Rowell of Campbellsville traveled to the Holy Land and are are pictured at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

Trent and Martha Thompson

Myra and Larry Pinkerman

Beth and Don Cunningham

Alaska

Grand Canyon

The Thompsons, who live Lexington, traveled to Denali National Park & Preserve, which is home to Denali, North America’s highest mountain.

While on a “dream vacation” to Arizona, the Ashland couple appears here with a breathtaking backdrop of the Grand Canyon.

The Cunninghams, who live in Richmond, look to be at the same level as the clouds hovering over the Grand Canyon.

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The Lyle Family

Suzy and Bob Rupp

Yellowstone National Park

Aruba

Mark, Ruth and Michael Lyle of Lexington and their parents, David and Alice Lyle of Campbellsburg, took a family trip to South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming.

The longtime Nicholasville residents traveled to the tiny Caribbean island, where they are pictured at Aruba’s Natural Bridge Park.

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BIRTHDAYS 5 Roger Davis (1939), actor best known for the series Dark Shadows, his renovation of the Seelbach Hotel and development of 1400 Willow 8 Barbara Kingsolver (1955), Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame inductee who grew up in Carlisle 8 Kenny Bishop (1966), Dove Award-winning gospel singer from Richmond

SILVER MILESTONE

s Bill Cody celebrates his 25th anniversary at WSM radio in Nashville, the world famous country station that’s home to the Grand Ole Opry, he says he’s still amazed to be doing this for a living. “Being on the air is still as exciting now as it was when I was a 12-year-old kid starting out in Lebanon, Kentucky,” he said. “Radio’s been so good to me, so enjoyable, so enriching, and rewarding.” He’s the morning show host of 650 AM WSM’s “Coffee, Country & Cody,” as well an announcer for the Grand Ole Opry. He’s met, interviewed and often become close friends with some of the biggest artists in country music. His love of radio began while watching his father, a Baptist preacher, record Sunday sermons, and then drop off the tape at the local radio station for playback that afternoon. Cody vividly remembers one day in particular as he looked through the window and watched his dad talking and exchanging tapes, then noticed the disc jockey cuing up records and running the board as the transmitter glowed in the background. “It’s a snapshot for all time,” Cody says. “To this day, I can close my eyes and feel that feeling I had of, I want to do that. And I told my dad in the car on the way home.” His father got permission for Cody to hang out at the station, and Cody would go on to work there through junior high, high school and his freshman year in college. Interestingly, his father’s influence on Cody’s radio career began even earlier than that, although he didn’t realize it at the time. “We’d ride along at night, and WSM radio would come blasting out on those road trips, and my dad would hear Roy Acuff and Minnie Pearl and start reminiscing about his childhood. He’d say, ‘Now that’s WSM; that one’s been around,’ ” Cody recalls. (WSM debuted in October of 1925.) Cody worked at a number of 8

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stations, including WVLN in Lexington and WHAS in Louisville, one in Orlando, Florida, and one in San Antonio before getting to WSM. His first day on the air was April 25, 1994. “They asked me if I wanted anybody special for my first show, and I chose Charlie Daniels,” he says. “He was a hero of mine, and we’d gotten to be friends during my Orlando years.” Cody arrived in Nashville at an interesting time, missing legendary performers like Acuff, who died in 1992, but getting a chance to see other Opry greats. “Bill Monroe was still alive; Grandpa Jones was alive. They’d be sitting in that green room at the Opry telling stories and carrying on, lying about hunting stories and fishing trips and duck hunts they went on,” Cody says with a laugh. Along with meeting so many legends, he’s enjoyed getting to know many artists just starting out. “Blake Shelton, the first time he ever played on the radio [in Nashville and on a national level] was in this studio,” Cody recalls. “And he’s never forgotten that. He’s been so wonderful to me over the years.” Cody, who was inducted into the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame in 2008, has also worked in TV, and has a long list of voice-over and movie credits to his name. He says he’s had so many opportunities through country music. “I’ve met and interviewed presidents, queens, heads of state, secretaries of state, movies stars and even football stars,” he says. Looking back, there are times he still can’t quite believe it all. “It was a dream for me as a kid to do exactly what I’m doing. And I never, ever take a single day for granted.” You can hear the live stream of morning show weekdays on wsmonline.com. The Grand Old Opry is streamed live there as well. — PAM WINDSOR

9 Kyle Macy (1957), basketball star for the University of Kentucky, coach/commentator 10 Laura Bell Bundy (1981), Broadway actress/singer from Lexington 14 Loretta Lynn (1935), country music legend known as the Coal Miner’s Daughter 15 Chris Stapleton (1978), multi Grammyaward-winning singer/songwriter from Johnson County 15 Sam Bush (1952), Bowling Green mandolin player, originator of the Newgrass style of bluegrass music 17 William Mapother (1965), Louisville-born actor and cousin of actor Tom Cruise 19 Ashley Judd (1968), actress best known for love of University of Kentucky basketball 24 Al Cross (1954), political columnist, director of the Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues 24 Rebecca Lynn Howard (1979), country music singer/songwriter from Salyersville 28 Bill Goodman (1946), executive director, Kentucky Humanities Council, former host of KET’s Bill Goodman Tonight

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entucky boasts a rich heritage of musicians of all types and is home to a number of talented luthiers— artisans who craft musical instruments. One of those is Glespie Ray Deweese of Bowling Green, who was honored with the Homer Ledford Award in March. The award is presented by Western Kentucky University’s Kentucky Folklife Program and the Kentucky Arts Council to luthiers who have mastered the art and craft of creating outstanding instruments recognized by their excellent tone and admired by the musicians who play them. Deweese, who grew up in Butler County, learned woodworking from Hershel House, a neighbor of his grandmother renowned for crafting Kentucky long rifles. As a youngster, he watched House work. “I fell in love with wood from that point on,” he said. He primarily creates traditional, jumbo, dreadnought and 000 Martin style acoustic guitars and prefers local wood, such as curly maple and sycamore. Deweese also crafts electric six-string and bass guitars. The award is presented in memory of Clark County’s master luthier, musician and instructor Homer Ledford, whose legacy remains in musical communities throughout Kentucky and beyond.

ALI TO SPEAK AT LECTURE SERIES

Ali, daughter of the late boxing legend Muhammad Ali, will speak at Ltheaila Excellence in Leadership Series at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg on April 9. A world-class athlete herself, Laila Ali was four-time undefeated boxing world champion before becoming a television personality, home chef, author, wife and mother. She currently hosts a television show and podcast that focus on living a healthy lifestyle. “I want to share some of the things I have been through and encourage others to not let their past define them,” she said. “You can always find your way.” Tickets to the event can be purchased at ucumberlands.edu/tickets.

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Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum BY DEBORAH KOHL KREMER

Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum 940 Cochran Avenue, Fort Thomas 859.572.1225 | fortthomasmuseum@gmail.com

he Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum in northern Kentucky is on the grounds of a former United States Army post that had served as an induction center, military hospital and army depot from the time of the Spanish-American War in the late 1800s until 1964. The museum is in a small house, each room loaded with remnants of military service as well as memorabilia from the surrounding community. This museum has so many unusual treasures that it was difficult to narrow our spotlight to just one. Museum Director Deanna Beineke suggested a 1914 McClellan saddle. “We received this 100-year-old saddle, tack, pictures, riding pants and more last summer,” she said. “It had not been touched in decades, and the leather was so dry, we were afraid to breathe on it too hard for fear that the straps would break.” The staff has been working to restore the leather to make it less fragile, but in the meantime, they have been learning more about the saddle’s original owner. U.S. Marine Corps Maj. C. Brewster Rhoads was from the Philadelphia area, but his grandson lives near Cincinnati and thought a museum focusing on military history would be a good place for it. The museum also has photos of Rhoads with the saddle astride his horse in France during World War I,

as well as his overcoat and wartime diaries. In conducting more research, the staff found that Rhoads re-enlisted in the Marines during World War II and was involved in the establishment of the U.S. Marine Corps Women’s Reserve. The collection includes a letter from James Forrestal, a former U.S. secretary of the Navy and the first U.S. secretary of defense, commending Rhoads for this service. The museum is part of Tower Park, named for the iconic 100-foot stone water tower that was built around 1890 to supply water to the fort. Also on the grounds are buildings from the late 1800s, including the former mess hall, a structure that is referred to as The Armory but actually was a drill hall and gymnasium, and 15 officers’ homes. These stately homes are on the National Register of Historic Places. After years of neglect, they are being restored and turned into private residences. “Tower Park is one of the last vestiges of that kind of military installation,” Beineke said. “The whole park is a living museum.” The building housing the museum was constructed in 1910 as the home of the fort’s hospital supervisor. The collection includes artifacts that have been found on the grounds as well as donated items from every military conflict from the U.S. Civil War through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

“Due to space limitations, we cannot display artifacts from all wars all the time. We are currently focusing on Spanish-American and WW I,” Beineke said. “But artifacts and research materials can be retrieved with notice for special projects.” About half of the museum focuses on artifacts from the community, including an almost complete set of Highlands High School yearbooks, spanning more than 100 years. It has photos, diaries and letters from residents of the city of Fort Thomas and an exhibit dedicated to Pearl Bryan, a 22-year-old pregnant woman from Indiana who was found decapitated in Wilder in 1896. “The gruesome nature of the crime and its notoriety at the time still draw public interest,” Beineke said. One room of the museum spotlights the tragic fire at the Beverly Hills Supper Club in 1977 that killed 165 people. The club was located in nearby Southgate, so the city’s residents were among the first responders. The Armory served as a morgue where family members came to identify the dead. The collection includes memorabilia from the club’s heyday as well as items from the fire such as singed and burned pieces and a large metal cash register that had melted almost beyond recognition.

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Although any time of the year is a good time to visit Halcombâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knob Bed & Breakfast near Paint Lick, springtime brings the delicate hues of wildflowers and budding trees to the pastoral landscape of the area. Innkeeper and chef Deborah Messenger has chosen to celebrate the season with brunch recipes that spark the flavors and textures her guests appreciate.

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Raw Kale, Cabbage and Carrot Chopped Salad with Maple Sesame Vinaigrette SERVES 4 SALAD

1 small bunch kale 1 small head Napa cabbage, shredded 1 baby bok choy, thinly sliced 4 carrots, shaved into long strips with a peeler 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or hemp seeds Freshly ground pepper to taste DRESSING

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 clove garlic, finely minced

Very Berry Beet Smoothie SERVES 4

2 cups cooked beets, chopped 1. For the salad, strip the stems 4 medium bananas, frozen from the kale leaves and roll the 3 cups strawberries, frozen leaves in a chiffonade to slice into 2 cups almond milk very thin strips. 2. In a large bowl, combine the 1 cup raspberries or other berries of choice, frozen kale, shredded cabbage, bok choy 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar, plus more to taste and carrots. 3. For the dressing, whisk together all 1. To cook beets, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Clean outside of beets and of the ingredients in a small bowl. cut off the ends. Wrap each beet individually in foil, and place all beets 4. Pour dressing over the greens, mix on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until beets are fork tender. and toss well to coat. Let salad When they are cool enough to handle, peel off skins and chop. Store stand for 10 minutes to marinate. beets in airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use. 5. To serve, plate individual servings 2. Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor. Blend until of salad and top with toasted completely smooth and there are no chunks left. Adjust sweetener sesame seeds and freshly ground as needed. pepper to taste. 3. Pour into glasses and enjoy. Recipes provided by Deborah Messenger of Halcombâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knob Bed & Breakfast and prepared at Sullivan University by Ann Currie.

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Banana Chocolate Pecan Muffins YIELDS 6 JUMBO MUFFINS OR 10 STANDARD-SIZE MUFFINS

2 eggs 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal 1 tablespoon water 4 medium ripe bananas (1¾ cups) 2 teaspoons baking soda ¼ cup, plus 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar, packed ¼ cup maple syrup or agave nectar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (nutmeg may be substituted) ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ¼ cup melted coconut oil or melted vegan butter 1 cup gluten-free, four-blend flour (I use Pamela’s Baking Mix); if not gluten free, use Weisenberger Mill whole-wheat flour blend or unbleached white bread flour ½ cup almond meal ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats 1/3

cup vegan dark chocolate (70 percent cacao or higher is best), roughly chopped, plus more for topping 1/3

cup raw pecans or walnuts

1 tablespoon coconut sugar or cane sugar for topping, optional 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease six-count jumbo muffin tin or 12-count standard muffin tin. 2. Combine the flaxseed meal and water in a large mixing bowl and stir in eggs to create flax eggs. Let set for 5 minutes. 3. Add bananas and baking soda and mash, leaving just a bit of banana texture. Add brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon (or nutmeg) and salt. Whisk for one minute. Add vanilla and oil and whisk again. 4. Add flour, almond meal and oats. Stir with a wooden spoon until just combined. Fold in dark chocolate. 5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling practically full. Top with pecans or walnuts and a few sprinkles of finely chopped dark chocolate, as well as a little coconut sugar for a crusty top. 6. Bake 18-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center of the muffin comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes in muffin tin, then gently remove and let cool completely on a cooling rack. 7. Once completely cooled, store in a covered container at room temperature for several days. May be frozen for longer-term storage. 14

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Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp YIELDS 28

14 slices center-cut bacon, cut in half (do not use thick-cut bacon) 6 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1½ teaspoons ground red pepper ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika 1½ teaspoons kosher salt 28 large deveined shrimp Toothpicks 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange bacon in a single layer on parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake until partially cooked but still flexible, about 7 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. 2. While bacon cooks, mix together sugar, red pepper, paprika and salt in a shallow dish with a fork until thoroughly combined. Set aside. 3. Wrap each shrimp in 1 halfslice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Roll bacon-wrapped shrimp in brown sugar mixture and return to the same parchment paper-lined sheet pan used for cooking the bacon. Repeat with remaining shrimp and bacon. 4. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Key Lime Pie Pancakes SERVES 3

7 ounces plain Greek yogurt

3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 eggs

5 graham crackers

Zest of 1 lime

1¼ cups Weisenberger Mill unbleached bread flour

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2 tablespoons sugar

½ cup heavy whipping cream

1 teaspoon baking powder

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Distilled downtown Louisville’s distilleries honor the past

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Thousands of tourists flock to Kentucky every year to learn more about bourbon, the spirit we like to call our own. The distilleries are rolling out the welcome mat, inviting them in for experiences, tours, bottlings, tastings and barrel signings. Prior to Prohibition—in fact, as early as the 1780s—the distillery area in downtown Louisville was known as Whiskey Row. Established in 2008, the Urban Bourbon Trail featured an assortment of bars and restaurants that celebrated the bourbon culture. When distilleries and distillery experiences opened (and reopened) in the area, the Urban Bourbon Experience came into existence. Today, there are 10 distillery experiences, several within walking distance of one another and all within the Louisville city limits, making it easy for visitors to pay a visit to each one. After 200 years, the art and science of distilling have remained pretty much the same. The process still combines corn, chemistry, recipes, family stories and a bit of lore. Today’s distillery tours on the Urban Bourbon Experience include shiny brass stills, bubbling vats of mash, gleaming fermentation tanks, sterilized bottling lines, and close-up views of the barrel

during the charring and aging processes. Of course, the pièce de résistance of any tour is the tastings. So have a seat, swirl the glass, inhale that heavenly scent, take a sip, and let your palate decide which brand is your favorite. If you are in Louisville and ready to hop on the trail, which distillery should you visit first? Since they all have the process in common, you can pick your favorite brand, learn about the ones that are new to you, or take a few days and hit them all. It is up to you, but here’s a breakdown of what makes each one different: Some distilleries march to the beat of their own drum, and Old Forester actually has a big bass one. Every Friday and Saturday, the bass drum plays outside its Main Street location as employees ceremoniously roll filled oak barrels onto a vintage truck and take them to rickhouses for aging. Visitors can tour the distillery, located at the exact address where George Garvin Brown first bottled Old Forester in the 1870s. The tour takes the same path through the building as the liquid that moves through each step of the process. Old Forester’s in-house

cooperage gives a close-up view of the barrel-making and -charring processes. “We have a historical story but with a modern brand,” said Erik Brown, homeplace manager. The Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. got its start in Henderson in the 1880s and, as did others in the business, ended production around the time of Prohibition. Its bourbon, however,

qualified as medicine during Prohibition and was warehoused with armed guards. In 2015, Corky Taylor and son Carson, the fourth- and fifthgeneration descendants of Peerless founder Henry Kraver, revived the family’s brand and started operations in a 100-plus-year-old building along the Ohio River shoreline. With the goal of making a world-class product

coupled with family and distilling history, the Peerless brands embrace the past. Even the bottles and labels on today’s products give a nod to history. Peerless currently sells rye whiskey, and the distillery’s team is excited that their aging bourbon will be ready soon. “In June, we will begin bottling the first bourbon in our family in 102 years,” Corky said. The Evan Williams Bourbon Experience takes visitors back to the heyday of Whiskey Row. The company is owned by Heaven Hill, but the tour focuses on its flagship brand and namesake, Evan Williams, Louisville’s first licensed distiller, who built his distillery near this same spot in 1783. The tour includes a recreation of 1890s Main Street, complete with storefronts and saloons. “At that time, about 80 businesses from Brooks to Ninth Street had something to do with bourbon, with about half being distilleries,” said guide Micah Smith, a certified bourbon steward. Don’t miss the beautiful speakeasy in the basement, with exposed brick walls, glamorous cherrywood bar, and a secret entrance that might require a password to get in. The new kid on the block is Prohibition Craft Spirits, which opened this spring. Its flagship product is Nulu, a blue agave spirit

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similar to tequila but aged in used bourbon barrels. Founder Keith Hazelbaker has bourbon aging in barrels but the distillery’s clear spirits, named for Louisville neighborhoods, are available now. “We use yeast and grain from Kentucky, but of course we know it is the Kentucky limestone water that makes all alcohol better,” Hazelbaker said. The distillery tour includes photos and memorabilia from Louisville’s past, focusing on Prohibition and the storied bootleggers and moonshiners who worked their

way around those pesky laws. Visitors might be surprised to find a brandy distiller in bourbon country, but Copper & Kings American Brandy Company fits in well with the vibe. “We don’t want to change anyone’s drinking habits,” said Drew Pomeroy, the company’s tour manager. “We just want to open the eyes of the bourbon drinker and blow the mind of a diehard brandy drinker.” Brandy is distilled in copper pot stills similar to those you see at traditional bourbon distilleries, but the spirit starts with

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wine made from fruits such as grapes and apples. It is then placed in the familiar bourbon barrels, with some of the spirit put into Spanish sherry casks. The barreled brandy then ages in the basement of the facility through a sonic process, unlike the traditional weather extremes that age bourbon. With five major sub-woofers blasting music around the barrel-aging room, the spirit is pulsated, thus encouraging contact with the barrel and enhancing maturation. Pomeroy said the playlist changes daily to encourage well-rounded, diverse and cultured brandy. About 30 miles from its home base in Clermont, the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse is an extension of its visitors center, offering tastings and history. According to Spencer Mitchell, brand ambassador, about one barrel of Urban Stillhouse Select is produced each week at this site. This brand is available only there, and visitors can even bottle their own. Located near the party crowd of 4th Street Live, the Stillhouse has a bar where in-depth cocktail making classes and tastings of small batch, premium bourbon are offered. Just 5 miles south of downtown Louisville in the city of Shively, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience at Stitzel-Weller Distillery is a full-size

working distillery, covering 53 acres. Its history traces back to Derby Day in 1935, when the Stitzel–Weller Distilling Company began producing Old Fitzgerald Bourbon there. The distillery closed in 1972 but was revived to produce Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, recreated by Thomas E. Bulleit Jr., the great-great-grandson of Augustus Bulleit, who began distilling around 1830. The spacious grounds are dotted with production facilities, rickhouses that hold more than 300,000 barrels, and countless stories from bourbon’s past that include names like Rebel Yell, Old Weller and Pappy Van Winkle. The folks at Angel’s Envy Distillery throw in a double-maturation process for their bourbon, taking it from its first barrel and putting it in ruby port wine barrels from Portugal. The blend of flavors is the result of a lifetime of crafting by its founder, the late Lincoln Henderson. According to distillery guardian Brent Gettelfinger, bourbon distillers know that each year their product ages in the barrel, 3 to 5 percent will be lost to evaporation and absorption into the wood. This amount is commonly referred to as the angel’s share. “When Lincoln created his bourbon, he claimed he finally had found a taste that would make the

angels wish they could have more than just their share—thus became Angel’s Envy,” Gettelfinger said. In a town steeped in distilling traditions and bourbon legends, visitors may be surprised to find the sleek, contemporary home of Rabbit Hole Distillery. The shiny steel-andglass building opened last summer in the NuLu neighborhood. Tour guide Adam Edwards explained that the building’s feel carries over to the bourbon. “With the windows all over, it shows our commitment to authenticity and transparency,” he said. After touring the distillery, don’t miss the visit to Overlook, the rooftop bar, where you will get your taste of spirits as well as fabulous views of the Louisville skyline. The Fort Nelson building, a historic structure with distinctive Victorian Italianate architecture, is home to Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery. It was built in 1890 with cast iron, brick and stone, and features a corner turret. The building was in terrible shape, but after about seven years of rehabbing, Michter’s Fort Nelson opened for tours in late January. Be sure to take note of the pot still and cypress wood fermenter system that dates back to 1753 and were moved from Michter’s Pennsylvania distillery. Q

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Dane Durand, opposite and below, and Colleen McCarthy-Clarke with their creations for this year’s Four Roses Rose Julep Cocktail Competition.

olleen McCarthy-Clarke waves at old friends leaving her Louisville-based bar, Martini Italian Bistro, and tells them to make sure they get tickets to the 16th annual Four Roses Rose Julep Cocktail Competition. “All right, baby, I’ll see you later,” she calls to another patron, but whether he was a friend or not isn’t entirely clear. Award-winning mixologist McCarthy-Clarke’s outgoing personality is as memorable as the outstanding cocktails she creates. The 2019 edition of her mixology skills for the Rose Julep Competition is called “It’s Sorreal,” and she felt it was her best one yet. The competition, one of the earliest events for the Kentucky Derby Festival, took place in March at the Mellwood Arts Center in Louisville. “I never conceptualized cocktails until I came to this bar, and I’ve been bartending for 26 years, including bartending for 11 years in Manhattan,” said McCarthy-Clarke, who began working at Martini Italian Bistro eight years ago. “We have 60 handcrafted cocktails on our menu here. There’s a lot of talent in Louisville, and I think

we do a really good job of keeping that talent modern and fresh, and we all support each other because we are a city that acts like a town.” Many mixologists enter the Rose Julep Cocktail Competition each year, McCarthy-Clarke said. Some of them have become friends, and occasionally more than one bartender enters from one restaurant, as is the case with Martini. Martini’s Jason Stark also has created some award-winning cocktails, and McCarthy-Clarke said he would have knocked her out of getting into the competition this year were it not for her “secret” ingredient—a cherry preserve. “At first, I knew Jason’s cocktail was better than mine, and then I found that preserve, and he was like, ‘Uh-oh,’ and I was like, ‘Uh-oh,’ ” she said. But finding just the right ingredient is not always simple. McCarthy-Clarke knew she wanted to start with sorrel, a Jamaican juice typically served around Christmastime. “It’s a derivative of a hibiscus flower, and so it’s pretty tart,” McCarthy-Clarke said, explaining that the sorrel also has ginger, cinnamon

and allspice. “I didn’t put sugar in. I wanted something that would be tart, so I could build off it, so it wouldn’t be too sweet.” She lacked just the right ingredient to add to the mix until about a week before she entered the contest. And then she had an epiphany at Kroger. “I see these preserves sitting in front of me,” McCarthy-Clarke recalled. “I’m reading [about] this cherry preserve, and I’m like, ‘Oh, my God. Are you kidding me?’ The cinnamon and the allspice and the ginger and the clove and balsamic vinegar in this cherry preserve I chose, it’s almost acting as a shrub. The shrub is when you use fruit and vinegar … So then I did a little tiki bitters to kind of brighten the spices in it, and then, of course, the mint and the bourbon, and it just came together. I think it’s a fabulous cocktail.” The drink is pulled together with 2 ounces of Four Roses bourbon, the contest sponsor. “I really like the small-batch Four Roses.” McCarthy-Clarke said. “It has a little more of a caramel essence to it. This drink is already pretty tart, so A P R I L 2 0 1 9 • K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

Mix It Up Try your hand at bartending by whipping up these two award-winning cocktails from the 2018 Four Roses Rose Julep Cocktail Competition. Judges’ Choice Original Recipe MIXOLOGIST: Dane Durand 2 ounces Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon 11/3 ounces ginger lime cordial 2 dashes ground spices

the caramel is going to kind of help round out the tart and help it become a well-balanced cocktail. The homemade sorrel is super tangy and tasty and gingeresque, with a little bit of cinnamon on the back end. Then I add three drops of tiki bitters and half-ounce of honey water. It’s so nice with this beautiful cherry preserve. It’s robust.” The drink has depth, with tart hibiscus in the sorrel, complex bourbon and aromatic ginger, cinnamon and clove. “You want to go back in and get more of the layers that are happening,” McCarthy-Clarke said. “It’s not too sweet, which I love. It’s got some of the same spices and nuances that are in the bourbon. I’m really excited about this cocktail, and I hope to have it on our menu this summer … Last year, it took me two tries, and I had my cocktail [for the competition]. This year, it took me probably 20.” She noted that every good cocktail should be “balanced, without one flavor overpowering any other.”

Powdered sugar Mint sprig 1. Mix bourbon, ginger lime cordial and ground spice blend over ice. 2. Garnish with flamed mint, powdered sugar and ground spice blend.

People’s Choice Two Peas in a Pod MIXOLOGIST: Colleen McCarthy-Clarke 2 ounces Four Roses Small Batch ¼ ounce simple syrup ¼ ounce ginger liqueur 1 ounce apple purée Splash of lemon juice 7 snow peas (in pods) 8 mint leaves 2 drops Bittermens Boston Bittahs 1. Muddle pea pods, lemon juice and simple syrup. Add mint leaves, bourbon, ginger liqueur, apple puree and bitters. 2. Add ice to tin and shake cocktail. Double strain into glass. Garnish with lemon and mint.

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McCarthy-Clarke’s first winner at the Rose Julep Cocktail Competition was the “Rosé Runner,” which took accolades in both categories of the 2015 contest—the Judges’ Choice and the People’s Choice. After that, she won the People’s Choice with the lavender-based “Petal Pusher,” which also was the official cocktail of the 2017 Kentucky Bourbon Festival after being named grand champion in that year’s Bourbon Festival Mixed Drink Challenge. While dozens of bartenders enter the Rose Julep Cocktail Competition, only two are picked from each market— Louisville, Lexington and northern Kentucky—for the final round that includes about 1,000 guests for tastings. Last year, mixologist Dane Durand of Proof on Main took home the Judges’ Choice award for his “Original Recipe” julep. McCarthy-Clarke claimed the People’s Choice title for her julep, “Two Peas in a Pod.” Bar chef Mark Corley of The Silver Dollar won the Social Media Vote for his “Vanilla Chai Mint Julep.” Two Peas in a Pod was sugar snap pea-based and included a ginger lemon candy horse garnish made by Louisville’s Cellar Door Chocolates. “You want to pick a main ingredient to build off of, so last year, I did sugar snap peas with lemon ginger, and we do a Granny Smith apple purée that we made from scratch,” McCarthy-Clarke

said. “So I used the sugar snap peas as my base and built the cocktail from that. That’s kind of how we conceptualize drinks.” McCarthy-Clarke works in a blur around the bar at Martini, striving to make everyone feel at home. Her job also entails making from scratch all of the ingredients that go into the restaurant’s craft cocktails. She was not always an expert: “The world of mixology didn’t really come to the forefront until about 10 years ago, and then it just exploded. Before that, it was a chosen few that had the craft, and now all of the sudden, this is what true bartending should be. And it just raised the bar. Similar to chefs.” McCarthy-Clarke worked in New York City for an advertising agency when a friend told her about a bartending gig at an upscale French restaurant. A quick study, she soon was working for a James Beard Awardwinning chef and was surrounded by people who taught her what she needed to know to be a mixologist. “I think what’s cool about our bar is that we don’t make the word ‘martini’ taboo anymore. We make it approachable,” McCarthy-Clarke said, pointing out that the bartenders there also educate guests about cocktails. “There’s so much respect here for our craft bourbon in Louisville that I think we really put Louisville on the map together.” Durand is another bartender busy putting Louisville on the map. “The mint julep is the original Kentucky tiki drink,” Durand said, “so I just went full tilt with it and made it a super tiki drink. I feel like it hits the vibe of a hot day in May, kind of a swampy Kentucky thing. We take a drink that we’ve like tried to elevate a million times over … and I think it’s actually now not the most elevated thing. The drink is really high quality, but the presentation is fun and not pretentious.” Durand’s approach to creating a cocktail is similar to McCarthyClarke’s. “I either start with an ingredient or a flavor and build a drink around that, or I start with the concept already defined and try to get a drink to match the idea in my head,” he said, noting that he’s made many drinks that have flopped. “It’s kind of a requirement.” His “Ken-tiki Julep” is not one of those flops. It invokes tropical vibes and is sweet and savory with a hint of spice. It’s fun, cold and refreshing.

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“Some people told me not to do the dolphin,” he said of the drink’s dolphin-shaped banana garnish. “If he didn’t have eyes, he’d be creepy. He wouldn’t be a dolphin; he’d just be a banana.” Durand said the competition is a chance for him to win some money if he’s successful, but mostly it’s an opportunity to get creative, source unusual ingredients and have fun. Contest officials appreciate that innovation. “Some of the most memorable cocktails I’ve seen are with items I would never think to add to a cocktail—sugar snap peas, beets, jalapeños and bacon,” said Jill Pendygraft, marketing manager at Four Roses Bourbon. “I’m impressed every year with the creativity and amount of time and effort these mixologists put into their drinks. I look forward to this event each year.” Joe Daily, the director of mixology for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits alcohol distributor, said he sees mixologists in Kentucky working on par with what he sees in major cities around the country. Daily is typically a judge for the contest, and Southern Glazer’s is the distribution partner. He also assists with coordinating the event and finding more judges.

“The cool thing about Louisville and Kentucky—I believe at one point, we had more eateries per capita than other states, so that’s a major driver,” he said. “I travel the country for work, and we are on par with every other major city that I drop into. We have creativity, variety … We have people using liquid nitrous in the competitions. The culinary aspect of what we do is in high gear.” Daily said the cocktails are judged on creativity, taste and aroma. And of course, they must include a 2-ounce pour of one of the Four Roses bourbons. “They typically go straight to Small Batch, and they’ll go all the way to Single Barrel,” he said of the contestants. Pendygraft said Four Roses is perfect for such unique cocktails because of its 10 bourbon recipes. “Mixologists are able to pair many creative ingredients to bring out distinct flavors,” she said. “Our Four Roses Bourbon has hints of fresh fruit, apple and pear on the palate, while the Small Batch offers more spiciness. The Single Barrel, at 100 proof with robust flavors of ripe plum and cherries, will definitely shine through most all cocktail ingredients. “This contest gives them the

opportunity to be as creative as they want with their cocktails, and some end up as permanent placements on their bar menus. I think guests that attend the Festival Unveiled Event look forward to sampling all the wonderful concoctions each year.” McCarthy-Clarke is anxious to get It’s Sorreal on those eager tastebuds. “I love this competition. It’s my favorite,” she said. “This is the one that we really throw down.” Durand and McCarthy-Clarke beat out 16 other entrants from the Louisville market this year. Durand said the only thing that can derail mixologists is preparation. “There are a lot of kinks you have to take into consideration when working off premise for events,” he said. “And most bartenders don’t have experience with that, and there’s really only one way to learn it. Even if you had a great concept, it’s difficult to execute. I’ve definitely lost some cocktail contests in spectacular fashion through little things like that—lack of preparation.” He’s hoping that his cocktail will win some votes for its creative presentation, going “hard the other way” beyond the typical presentation of mint or a rose-shaped orange peel. Q

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organizations that have projects needing volunteers can also add their information to the website. April 19 HORSESHOE FOUNDATION KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL FAMFEST 4-8 p.m. Downtown New Albany (next to the YMCA). Family-friendly event with a special preview of the 2019 Festival, featuring inflatables, mini golf, bed races, face painting and more. First 1,000 attendees receive a custom Pegasus Pin. Sponsor: Horseshoe Foundation of Floyd County. Contributing Sponsor: Bennett & Bennett Insurance. Media Sponsors: 102.3 JACK FM and Extol Magazine. April 25-27 BB&T KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT BALLOONFEST SM Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. Sponsor: BB&T. Contributing Sponsor: Amazon. Charity Partner: Kosair Charities.

APRIL 26 BB&T KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT BALLOON GLOW 9 p.m. Kentucky Exposition Center. Gates open at 6 p.m. $10 KEC parking fee. Media Sponsor: 106.9 PLAY. APRIL 27 BB&T KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT BALLOON RACE® 7 a.m. launch, Bowman Field. Public entrance off Pee Wee Reese Road. Media Sponsor: 102.3 JACK FM. April 27 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL KENDUCKY DERBY 4-8 p.m., call to the post 6 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. See the launch of 20,000 ducks into the Ohio River for a chance to race and compete for prizes. Proceeds benefit Harbor House. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) To adopt a duck, visit DuckTruck.org. For more information, go to KDF.org or call

(502) 717-0072. Sponsor: Swope Family Dealerships. Media Sponsor: WLKY TV. April 28 THE CHILDREN’S TEA WITH THE KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL PRINCESSES PRESENTED BY BIGELOW TEA 1-4 p.m. Louisville Marriott East. Children ages 4 and up invited to meet the Kentucky Derby Festival Queen and Princesses. Tickets $35 each. Reservation required. Purchase tickets online at fillieschildrenstea2019.eventbrite.com. For more information, contact Jocelyn Dave at (502) 807-7369 or jocelynjamesdave@twc.com.Sponsor: Bigelow Tea. Produced by: The Fillies, Inc. April 29 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT BED RACES 4 p.m. tailgating, 6 p.m. parade of beds, 7 p.m. racing. Broadbent Arena. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. $10 KEC Parking fee. $150 entry fee for team of 5. Contributing Sponsors: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 369 and Safelite AutoGlass. Official Furniture Partner: Ashley HomeStore. Media Sponsor: 107.7 The Eagle. Broadcast special on WAVE 3 NEWS.

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April 30 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL PEGASUS® PARADE PREVIEW PARTY Private group tours 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Open to public 5-9 p.m. Kentucky Exposition Center, South Wing C. $10 KEC parking fee. Floats, inflatables and equestrians for the Republic Bank Pegasus Parade on display. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. To schedule a private group tour, call (502) 648-3007. Contributing Sponsor: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana. Supporting Sponsor: Global Game Changers. Media Sponsors: 99.7 DJX and Today’s Media. Official Hotel: The Galt House. May 2 REPUBLIC BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL PEGASUS® PARADE 5 p.m. West on Broadway from Campbell to 9th Street. This annual parade features colorful floats, marching bands, giant inflatables and equestrians. Bleacher tickets $10 and chair seating $12. VIP seating $30. Tickets available at KDF. org or call (502) 584-FEST. Sponsor: Republic Bank. Contributing Sponsor: KentuckyOne Health. Official Hotel: The Galt House. Broadcast live on WAVE 3 NEWS.

active lifestyle Through April 27 NORTON SPORTS HEALTH KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL TRAINING PROGRAM 6 p.m. Kentucky Derby Museum. A 15-week training program for the Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/Marathon. For more information, visit derbyfestivalmarathon.com. Sponsor: Norton Sports Health. Contributing Sponsors: Humana and Swags Sport Shoes. Media Sponsor: 102.3 JACK FM. April 13-28 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL VOLLEYBALL CLASSIC One of the country’s largest outdoor volleyball tournaments. For more information, call The Volleyball Connection/Tandem Sports at (502) 582-3530. Contributing Sponsors: ASICS and Mikasa. APRIL 13-14 AND APRIL 27-28

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April 18-28 STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTEST SM April 18-27: 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; closed April 21 (Easter); April 28: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., semi-finals 6 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. $1 per shot and free for spectators. April 20: Jr. Day – Under 18 get 2 shots for $1. Jr. Long Drive Contest, 12-8 p.m., 2 shots for $5. April 22: First Responders and Veterans Day get 2 shots for $1. April 23: Ladies Day – Ladies get 2 shots for $1. Ladies Long Drive Contest, 12-8 p.m., 2 shots for $5. April 24: Men’s Long Drive Contest, 12-8 p.m., 2 shots for $5. Senior Special Weekdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., ages 62 and up get 2 shots for $1. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-in-one): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. April 20 JUNIOR DAY AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTESTSM 10 a.m.8:30 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range (open daily through April 28). Under 18 get 2 shots for $1. Over 18 is $1 per shot. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-inOne): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. April 20 JUNIOR LONG DRIVE CONTEST AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTESTSM Noon-8:00 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. 2 shots for $5. 2 Divisions, 13 and under/14-18. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. A P R I L 2 0 1 9 • K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

HUMANA KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL mini MARATHON/MARATHON April 27, 7:30 a.m., Louisville For more than four decades, runners have been testing their athletic skills at the Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon. The 13.1-mile contest began as a modest road race in 1974 and ballooned into a premier competition that attracts more than 12,000 runners. The addition of the full Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon in 2002 enticed even more runners from around the world to descend on Louisville. This year, Humana has stepped up to become the event’s title sponsor in an effort to present itself to the Louisville community “as a health partner for life, and to helping residents achieve their best health,” according to race director Shanna Ward. As a result, Humana and KDF are bringing extra attention to the Marathon’s relay option, where a team of runners can cover shorter distances, thereby making the Marathon more open to those who just can’t or don’t want to run such a long distance. 32

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“We saw the relay as an opportunity to get everybody involved in the race, not just somebody who is an avid runner,” Ward said. The relay includes five legs along the route, broken down into two 5Ks, two 10Ks and one 12.5K. In years past, once a runner completed his or her leg, they would simply wait for transportation to the finish line, where they watched the last team member cross the finish line. But that all changes this year. Now, Celebration Zones will be set up at the relay exchange points to greet each runner as they finish their part of the contest. “Instead of just waiting until you get all the way back down to the finish line when you complete your leg, you’ll be greeted by a member of our customer service team,” Ward said. “They’ll have refreshments and congratulate you on your leg that you just completed, and then some entertainment to keep you occupied

while you’re waiting for your transportation back to the finish line.” Even the transportation will be taken up a notch this year with the addition of what Ward calls a “party bus,” where music will be playing, and folks will continue to celebrate the runner’s achievement. “It’s something fun and exciting, so you really feel like you are getting to party and celebrate this experience with fellow relay team members,” she said. The party bus will then drop all relay team members off toward the end of the route for them to join together and cross the finish line as a group before heading to the Runner’s Reunite Relay hospitality area set up for the first time this year—all in an effort to reenergize the community’s health goals. To register a relay team or for more information, check out derbyfestivalmarathon.com.

April 22 FIRST RESPONDERS AND VETERANS DAY AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTEST SM 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range (open daily through April 28). First Responders and Veterans get 2 shots for $1. Other participants pay $1 per shot. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-in-one): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsors: Academy Sports + Outdoors and Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. April 23 LADIES DAY AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTEST SM 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. Ladies get 2 shots for $1. Other participants pay $1 per shot. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-in-one): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville.

April 23 LADIES LONG DRIVE CONTEST AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTEST SM Noon-8 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. 2 shots for $5. 2 divisions, 49 and under/50 and up. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville.

Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. Sponsor: WellCare Health Plans. Contributing Sponsor: KentuckyOne Health. Media Sponsors: 100.1/103.5 WAKY and Today’s Transitions.

April 24 MEN’S LONG DRIVE CONTEST AT STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTESTSM Noon-8 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. 2 shots for $5. 2 divisions, 49 and under/50 and up. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. April 25 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL HEALTH FAIR PRESENTED BY WELLCARE HEALTH PLANS 4-8 p.m. Fourth Street Live! Featuring exhibits, activities and screenings for families that will be educational and entertaining.

April 25-26 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL RACE EXPO AND PACKET PICKUP April 25: 4-8 p.m. Expo and Packet Pickup; April 26: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. NEW LOCATION: Kentucky International Convention Center, Hall B. Twoday expo where you can see the latest running gear, obtain nutritional advice, get pre-race running tips and pick up your race packet for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/ Marathon® and PNC Tour de Lou. Contributing Sponsor: BLUE-EMU. Official Bourbon: Jim Beam. Media Sponsor: 99.7 DJX. April 26 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL CHOW WAGON KICKBALL SHOWDOWN Noon, Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Corporate Team Opportunity. Winning team prize- tickets to Hamilton: The Musical. Coordinated by: LXC Sports. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) For more information, visit lxcsports.com/ league/25806/details

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April 26 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL NEIGHMASTE ON THE WATERFRONT Noon-1 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Relax and recharge at this yoga event at the Waterfront. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) April 26 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL OHIO VALLEY WRESTLING RUN FOR THE ROPES 6-7:30 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Special meet-and-greet with OVW stars at 5 p.m., followed by six big matches, including a special “allfor-one, one-for all” over the top rope Battle Royal. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) For more information, call (502) 759-7665. Presented by Ohio Valley Wrestling.

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Forester Distillery. Contributing Sponsor: Scheller’s Fitness & Cycling. Media Sponsors: ALT 105.1 and The Courier-Journal. Official SAG Vehicle: Bachman Subaru. Supporting Sponsors: Louisville Bicycle Club and Louisville Water Company. April 28 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY® PRESENTED BY NORTON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 1-4 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Free, family friendly fitness event featuring interactive activities, community vendors, inflatables, group exercise classes and the miniFun Run. For kids ages 3 and older, plus adults. Coordinated by YMCA of Greater Louisville. For more information, visit YMCALouisville.org or call (502) 5879622. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsors: Norton Children’s Hospital. Media Sponsor: B96.5 FM. April 28 STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF

CONTEST SM SEMI-FINALS 6 p.m. Seneca Golf Course Driving Range. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-in-one): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. April 30 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL DON FIGHTMASTER GOLF OUTING FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m.-noon event. Shawnee Golf Course. Children’s golf event. Free for spectators. For more information, call (502) 243-8295, ext. 307, or 1-800-2542742 or visit KyGolf.org. Sponsor: Kentucky PGA Foundation. April 30 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL LOUISVILLE CITY FC SOCCER 7 p.m. Slugger Field. Back-to-back USL Cup Champs Louisville City FC host Memphis 901 FC. Pre-Match Tailgate 4-6 p.m. Special KDF/LouCity scarves and LouCity Pegasus Pins available for purchase. Charity auction. More info and tickets at LouisvilleCityFC.com.

April 30 STOCK YARDS BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL $1 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE-IN-ONE GOLF CONTEST SM FINALS 6 p.m. Seneca Golf Course, Hole No. 8. Free for spectators. Grand Prize: $1 million. First Prize (if no hole-in-one): $5,000. Sponsor: Stock Yards Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Louisville Parks & Recreation. Media Sponsors: WLKY TV, 840 WHAS and Insider Louisville. May 1 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL BATTLE OF THE BOUNCE 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Obstacle course competition that benefits Christian Care Communities, Kentuckiana Stroke Association and Mattingly Edge. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) For entry information call (502) 241-1175 or visit eventualities.org. Sponsor: Louisville Inflatables. Media Sponsors: WDRB and 107.7 The Eagle.

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culinary April 9 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL “TASTE OF DERBY FESTIVAL®” 5:30-8 p.m. Louisville Slugger Field. Features exquisite fare from more than 65 of Louisville’s finest restaurants and beverage companies. Bourbon tasting, wine tasting and a silent auction. Tickets $85, available in advance only. For more information, call (502) 966-3821. Coordinated by Dare to Care Food Bank. All proceeds to benefit Dare to Care. Sponsor: Brown-Forman Corporation. April 18 KING SOUTHERN BANK KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL BOURBONVILLE® 6 p.m. The Louisville Palace. Taste signature drinks from Kentucky’s bourbon distilleries, enjoy bourbon-inspired

cuisine, and meet the master distillers. Tickets: $50 general admission; $85 Angel’s Envy VIP Experience. General admission tickets include bourbon and food tastings, commemorative glass and BourbonVille pin. VIP includes complete event experience, plus 5 p.m. early entry, access to additional distilleries and premium gift bag. (21 and over only. Must present ID upon entry.) Tickets available by calling (502) 584-FEST or online at KDF.org. Sponsor: King Southern Bank. Contributing Sponsor: Schaefer General Contracting. Media Sponsors: 107.7 The Eagle and TOPS Louisville. April 25 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL FLAVORS OF FEST-A-VILLE 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. Featuring $2 and $3 samples of festival food. Enjoy a variety of Fest-a-Ville flavors at this great new event. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) April 25-May 3 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL CHOW WAGON® Open daily 11 a.m.-11 p.m., except Sunday noon-10 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. Outdoor food and live music venue featuring the Miller Lite Music Stage. Happy hour: weekdays 4-6 p.m., $2 beer. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsors: Kroger and Miller Lite. April 27 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL THESLICE: SPICE, STYLE AND SOUL 6-9 p.m. Kentucky Center for African American Heritage. Live entertainment and food tasting. Proceeds benefit charities and assistance programs. Tickets include 2019 Pegasus Pin®. $70 in advance, $80 day of event. For tickets, call (502) 584-4602, visit TheSliceofLouisville.org or purchase at Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, Better Days Records at Lyles Mall or Jambuster’s Balloons & More at 4906 Poplar Level Road. Media Sponsor: MAGIC 101.3. April 28 MAYOR’S DERBY BRUNCH ON THE RIVER 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing. A festive brunch featuring a traditional Kentucky breakfast, music and tours of the property, including the Moremen Family Chapel. Tickets $100 or $750 for a table of 8. For tickets or information, call (502) 935-6809.

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April 29 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHARITY DINNER 5:30 p.m., social hour; 6:45 p.m. opening ceremonies; 7 p.m. dinner. Galt House Archibald Cochran Ballroom. Dinner tickets $50. Coordinated by the Bishop Spalding Council of the Knights of Columbus. For tickets, call (502) 893-2220. April 29 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL HAPPYTAIL HOUR 5-9 p.m. Kroger’s Festa-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). A pet-friendly (leashes please!) social event. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. Coordinated by Metro Animal Services. (Food and drink are not permitted.) April 30-May 1 KENTUCKY PROUD KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL WINEFEST Wine tasting sessions daily 5-9 p.m. Belvedere. Tickets: $10 designated driver; $50 general admission; $85 VIP experience (limited availability). VIP includes reserved entrance, local cuisine sampling, Cellar Door chocolate-wine pairings, opportunity to barrel taste local wine, goody bag and access to private restrooms. (21 and over only. Must present ID upon entry.) Tickets available by calling (502) 584-FEST or online at KDF.org. Sponsor: Kentucky Proud. Contributing Sponsors: Commonwealth Credit Union and Episcopal Church Home. Media Sponsors: Today’s Woman and 106.9 PLAY. Supporting Partners: Kentucky State University Land Grant Program and Kentucky Winery Association. May 1 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL BEERFEST PRESENTED BY LIBERTY FINANCIAL 6-9 p.m. Overlook at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville. Beer tastings featuring regional craft beers. Tickets: $10 designated driver; $50 general admission in advance; $60 at door until event sells out; $85 for VIP experience starting at 5 p.m. Tickets include beer tastings and sampling mug. (21 and over only. Must present ID upon entry.) Tickets available by calling (502) 584-FEST or online at KDF.org. Sponsor: Liberty Financial. Contributing Sponsors: Kroger and Samuel Adams. Media Sponsors: SWIG Louisville and 107.7 The Eagle.

Derby Burger challenge Beginning January 14 Before the first fireworks go off over the Ohio River, one Kentucky Derby Festival event is already wrapping up. The 8th annual Derby Burger Challenge kicked off in January by opening up submissions for those who think they can whip up the best burger of the year. To keep things fresh this year, Festival officials launched a “fan burger” contest with the help of KDF’s social media channels. At various times throughout the submission process, KDF posted several polls on its Facebook and Instagram pages about what fans would like on their burger—the type of bun, cheeses, seasonings, toppings and even the name of the burger. “We wanted to get more people

excited about the Derby Burger who may not have time to create their own recipe,” said Clare White, KDF’s digital content specialist. “We wanted them to feel like they had a little bit of input.” Once each 24-hour poll was concluded, chefs from the Kentucky Beef Council would then come up with the next ingredient based on the previous poll winner, until—finally— they had all the ingredients needed to make the perfect fan-made burger. That burger recipe would then be submitted along with everyone else’s personal recipes. All of those recipe submissions are whittled down to eight, and that’s when the public gets to decide on the final four via kdf.org from March 15-21.

In late March, those four will go to the Cook-Off Final, where the recipes will be judged on “flavor, creativity, appearance and ease of preparation,” according to the Festival’s website. Louisville-area Kroger stores will then feature the 2019 Derby Burger winning recipe. (The winner was selected prior to this issue’s presstime.) Those who attend the BeerFest at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville, on the waterfront, on May 1 will have the pleasure of sampling the winning burger, while washing it down with their choice of samplings of regional and national craft beers.

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kroger’s fest-a-ville April 25-May 3, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-10 p.m. Sunday, Louisville Waterfront To say the Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville has a lot going on may be considered an understatement. Just ask Tricia Siegwald, the Kentucky Derby Festival’s Director of Event Production and Volunteers. “I say it every year and that is our goal is to program something for the entire community during the [Fest-aVille’s] nine-day run,” Siegwald said. “We always, always try to offer something for everyone.” Dubbing it the “Ultimate Entertainment Experience,” festival organizers present the beloved mainstays (the Chow Wagon, KenDucky Derby, BeerFest, Balloon Glimmer, etc.) every year but also strive to bring in new events, talent and activities to keep festival fans constantly entertained. 38

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Among the national acts performing this year is The Struts on May 2. Siegwald described the rock band as relatively new but beginning to make a big name on the national scene. “Their new album is doing well,” she said. “They are a combination of Queen and the Rolling Stones—just a really fun production. The lead singer is a real entertainer, and this band is a blast, so people are going to love them.” In addition to the the musical acts performing at Fest-a-Ville, there will be plenty of food. In past years, those coming to the Great Lawn hungry typically have to pay full price for their food. However, on this year’s Fest-aVille opening day, April 25, there’ll be a tasting event to allow patrons to sample all the foods the festival offers.

“During lunchtime on opening day, people can come in, and for $2 to $3— depending on the item—they can try different things,” Siegwald said. “Instead of trying one thing, you can try multiple things.” On Sunday, April 28, attending Fest-a-Ville actually will help in the fight against hunger. Siegwald said that for every person who comes that day, Kroger will donate a meal to Dare to Care as part of the company’s Zero Hunger/Zero Waste initiative. For the price of a 2019 Pegasus Pin®, anyone who walks into KDF’s Fest-aVille will have access to great music, tasty dishes, refreshing beverages, sports, midway rides and much more. This year’s Pegasus Pins are $6 each at hundreds of retail locations and $7 at the entrance to the events.

entertainment + social celebrations April 6 THE FILLIES DERBY BALL PRESENTED BY TOTAL WINE & MORE Cocktails 6:30 p.m., queen’s coronation 7:30 p.m., dinner 8 p.m., dancing and lounge 9 p.m.-midnight. Louisville Downtown Marriott. Tickets $200 each, VIP table of 10 is $2,700, includes dinner and dancing. Produced by The Fillies, Inc. For tickets, call (502) 5723856 or visit KDF.org. Portion of proceeds benefits Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation. Sponsor: Total Wine & More. Contributing Sponsor: BrownForman Corporation. Media Sponsors: TOPS Louisville and 102.3 JACK FM. April 12 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL THEY’RE OFF!® LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m. Galt House East, Grand Ballroom. Tickets: $680 table of 8 or $85 each. Official Kentucky Derby Festival kickoff luncheon. Guest Speaker: Hannah Storm. Contributing Sponsors: Fifth Third Bank, The Galt House and Kentucky Blood Center. Official PR

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April 25-May 3 KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONTSM Open daily 11 a.m.-11 p.m., except Sunday noon-10 p.m. Waterfront Park. This ulitimate entertainment experience features concerts with national talent, family fun, food, kids’ inflatable playground, midway rides, the Budweiser Beer Garden and more at RAM Truck Field. Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsor: Kroger. Media Sponsor: The Courier-Journal.

April 27 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL DA’VILLE CLASSIC DRUM LINE SHOWCASE 5 p.m. The Louisville Palace. High school and community drum lines from Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana showcase their creativity, musicianship and pageantry. General admission seating $10. For tickets, call (502) 9052908. Media Sponsor: B96.5 FM. April 27 WATERFRONT JAM SATURDAY CONCERT 8 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. VIP viewing presented by Mr. Roof Louisville. Tickets $25 online at KDF.org. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Media Sponsor: 99.7 DJX.

April 26 BELTERRA CASINO RESORT CONCERT FEATURING CHRIS LANE 8 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Waterfront jam concert with a salute to veterans and active duty military. Free admission for veterans and active military all day. General admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. VIP viewing presented by Mr. Roof Louisville. Tickets $25 online at KDF.org. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsor: Belterra Casino Resort.

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morning shows live from the Kentucky Derby Museum. Sponsor: AT&T. Contributing Sponsors: Kentucky Department of Tourism and Kentucky Derby Museum. April 30 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT 4 p.m. boarding/check-in, 6 p.m. tournament begins, plus one-hour cruise. Belle of Cincinnati, docked at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. $125 buy-in includes 10,000 in chips and commemorative pin. Addons available first hour of play $40 for 4,000 chips. $5,000 first-place prize. Payouts for 1st-24th place. Payouts based on 325 players and pro-rated based on actual number of players. $15 for guests. LICENSE# ORG0001638. Call (502) 584-FEST to register. April 30 CAMEO AT WATERFRONT JAM PRESENTED BY CARESOURCE 8 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. VIP viewing presented by Mr. Roof Louisville. Tickets $25 online at KDF. org. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsor: CareSource. Media Sponsors: B96.5 FM and MAGIC 101.3. May 1 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE PRESENTED BY IBEW LOCAL 369 4:30-5:30 p.m boarding, 5:45 p.m. departure. Race begins at 6 p.m. Awards presentation immediately following at the Chow Wagon in Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville. Tickets on the Belle of Louisville $150 (limited availability). For Belle of Louisville tickets, call (502) 584-FEST or visit KDF.org. Tickets on the Belle of Cincinnati $60 cruise only; $95 dinner, Four Roses bourbon tasting and cruise. For Belle of Cincinnati tickets, call 1-800261-8586 or visit BBRiverboats.com. Free spectator viewing at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville and along the banks of the Ohio River. Sponsor: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 369. Contributing Sponsors: Four Roses, Kentucky Proud and PPL Therapeutic Services, PLLC. Official Bank: Limestone Bank. Media Sponsor: Q103.1. May 1 KONGOS WITH SPECIAL GUEST C2 & THE BROTHERS REED AT WATERFRONT JAM 8 p.m. Kroger’s Festa-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Media Sponsor: 91.9 WFPK.

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May 1 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL LOUISVILLE URBAN LEAGUE DERBY GALA Doors open at 7 p.m. Louisville Marriott Downtown. Tickets $250. To purchase tickets, call (502) 585-4622 or visit atlul.org/events/derby-gala. Sponsors: Brown-Forman, Bellarmine University and Republic Bank. May 2 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL CELEBRITY DAY AT THE DOWNS PRESENTED BY KENTUCKIANA HONDA DEALERS 11:30 a.m. Churchill Downs, Sixth Floor. SOLD OUT. Sponsor: Kentuckiana Honda Dealers. Contributing Sponsors: Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Macy’s. Media Sponsors: The Voice-Tribune and 106.9 PLAY. May 2 THE STRUTS AT WATERFRONT JAM 8 p.m. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. VIP viewing presented by Mr. Roof Louisville. Tickets $25, online at KDF. org. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Media Sponsor: ALT 105.1. May 3 KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL THE TRIFECTA DERBY EVE CHARITY GALA 7 p.m. KFC Yum! Center. Mix and mingle with celebrities and some of the biggest names in the history of entertainment and music, while giving back to charity. Proceeds benefit V Foundation and other charities and assistance programs. To purchase tickets, visit TrifectaGala.com. May 3 MY POSSE IN EFFECT – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEASTIE BOYS AT WATERFRONT JAM 9 p.m. Kroger’s Festa-Ville on the Waterfront, RAM Truck Field (Great Lawn). Admission is free with a 2019 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Media Sponsor: 106.9 PLAY. May 10 PEGASUS PIN® GOLD PIN WINNER GRAND PRIZE DRAWING In 2019, any Pegasus Pin® is your chance to win a weekly grand prize beginning Friday, March 15, through Friday, May 3. Gold Pin Winners are also eligible to win a Honda CR-V on Friday, May 10. Drawings broadcast on WAVE 3 News. To be eligible, register pins using the KDF app or online at PegasusPins.com.

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knows what is meant when it’s used. That word—that feeling—overwhelms visitors who cross the threshold of Beaumont Inn in Harrodsburg. There are the ubiquitous antiques and creaky floors, to be sure, but

The Beaumont Inn commemorates 100 years of history and hospitality

none of the cool detachment so sadly common among historical properties. Here, chairs beckon to be sat in and books entice readers, as cabinets filled with treasures tell the story of the former visionaries, students and family who created and nurtured this home for nearly two centuries. This is not a place to stop; this is a place to stay. Situated on a gorgeous parcel of land near downtown, Beaumont Inn is a delightful surprise. The proximity to town suggests nature’s peace and tranquility might be sacrificed, but a turn off the main road at the giant sign directing visitors to a “Bluegrass Tradition Since 1919” dispels all concerns. “It really is beautiful here,” said owner Helen Dedman, who, along with her husband, Chuck, and son, Dixon, run the inn. Gesturing in the direction of the pool and a rolling expanse of lawn, she added, “In the summer, the porch there off the restaurant is always filled.” Summer, fall, winter or spring, it’s easy to imagine generations of patrons enjoying Beaumont Inn in their own way.

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100th Anniversary Celebration Beaumont Inn’s classic weekend celebrations are May 31-June 2 and July 19-21. Special menus, a wine-andcheese reception, a storytelling session and a history lesson are part of what’s planned. For further information on the inn and its anniversary celebrations, visit beaumontinn.com.

The Dedman family, from left, Dixon, Helen and Chuck

The storied history of the property begins in 1806, when the mineral-rich Greenville Springs yielded the Greenville Springs Spa, attracting visitors until roughly 1827. From 18301833, it was the site of the Christian Baptist School, though there appears to be little historical information about this institution. In 1834, it was purchased by James Harlan Jr., whose father, James Harlan Sr., was a fellow settler with James Harrod and had long since put down roots in the area. The younger Harlan became one of Kentucky’s most famous sons. A Centre College graduate, he studied law at Transylvania University, served as a Union soldier, and was Kentucky’s 44

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attorney general from 1863-1867. In 1877, he was appointed to the United States Supreme Court by President Rutherford B. Hayes, and his dissenting opinion in the Plessy v. Ferguson decision was a proud moment in the long, difficult battle to establish equal rights for all. The path from spa to boyhood home to the Beaumont Inn of today is rooted in one category: education. From 1841-1916, the property was a school with various names, including The Greenville Institute—the original buildings of which burned down in 1851. That led to the construction of the beautiful, three-story brick manor now known as the Main Inn, which

housed Daughters College and later Beaumont College. Each was a residential institution, where young ladies were exposed to a rigorous academic curriculum as well as religious studies. “During the time of the Civil War, many Southern families sent their daughters here,” Helen said. “They could get them away from the fighting and from fever and sickness.” Local day students also could enroll and became, as she added, “the bread and butter of the school.” The Dedmans are direct descendants of a former student at Daughters College, Annie Bell Goddard, who couldn’t bear to see her

beloved school sold and pulled apart to build a proposed housing development. Annie, who was Chuck’s great-grandmother, graduated from Daughters in 1880, and, after the death of her first husband, returned for a handful of years in 1893 as a teacher and administrator at what was then Beaumont College. By 1917, financial difficulties and the blossoming of the American public school system contributed to the school’s demise. Annie, who was then remarried to her first husband’s brother, Glave, attended the auction of the property intending to co-purchase it with a former classmate. Though behind in the bidding, the two were given an opportunity by the lead bidders to purchase the property. After the classmate balked, Annie and Glave became the owners. “When they bought it in 1917,” Helen said, “they weren’t really sure what to do with it.” Annie and Glave moved in to the main building and set up housekeeping in a portion of the first floor. “They had a small kitchen and a coal stove,” Helen said, “and a bunch of old furniture.” The trickle of visitors began to steadily increase, and Annie soon saw the need for a more formal arrangement. “Salesmen often came through to stay,” said Helen, “and then girls from the school would come back to show their families where they went to school.” These guests stayed overnight and were fed breakfast. According to Helen, Annie eventually pointed out that they were “going to have to start charging people, or they would go broke.” A beloved member of the school family, Hattie Parker Crutcher, was also a factor in the transformation of Beaumont from a guest-welcoming residence to a full-service inn. “Hattie was the ‘fire girl’ at the college and had to light the fires in the girls’ rooms every day. She was actually blinded in one eye from a shard of wood,” Helen said. When a relative of Annie’s daughter, Pauline Goddard Dedman, wanted to have his out-oftown visitors fed dinner, Annie initially refused. But Hattie thought otherwise, and as Helen related, told her, “We can do that, Miss Annie.” From 1919, Beaumont Inn steadily developed into a world-class establishment. Hand-hewn woods and richly woven carpets accent the antiquefilled space in the Main Inn, and the twin staircases leading to the second and third floors are like the welcoming arms of a warm embrace. Annie’s

teacher desk sits below photographs and artists’ renderings of former faculty and students, while family heirlooms and portraits fill cabinets and cover walls. The design of the space harkens back to its original purpose, as Helen described during a tour. “A porch ran along this whole side of the building, where girls could walk out for a breath of fresh air before class.” The front desk enclave was the school library, and several of the original bookcases are still in use. In the large dining area, Helen pointed out how the earlier room divisions made for an efficient use of space. “This was divided into a dining room for the girls … Now we have a dining room with the kitchen behind it.” On the second and third floors, former student rooms have been turned into gracious guest accommodations. All rooms maintain the historical aesthetic of the rest of

the inn but provide the expected modern conveniences of cable television, Wi-Fi access and private bathrooms. Adjacent Greystone House offers four additional guest rooms, while Goddard Hall, directly across the street from the Main Inn, has 10 deluxe rooms. Built in 1931 and 1935, respectively, these buildings are replete with antiques and all the charm of the main house. Steps from Goddard is Bell Cottage, which houses the serene Kentucky Spa. Whether in need of a facial, massage or specialized hand and foot treatment, guests and locals can schedule some pampering at this charming rejuvenation station. Beaumont Inn offers three eateries. The main dining room, a 2015 recipient of the America’s Classic Award from the James Beard Foundation, serves Southern classics such as its notable “yellow-legged” fried chicken, country ham and Southern-fried catfish, as well as salmon and steak. The inn’s Old Owl

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Tavern satisfies with both traditional and unique fare, such as fried green tomatoes, Hot Brown and stuffed bison meatloaf. Wine and spirits can be enjoyed in the adjacent Owl’s Nest, an English pub-style venue. Several years ago, Dixon Dedman sought to restore the family’s distilling heritage, and in 2014, the first bottles of the Kentucky Owl label appeared. It, along with many other fine bourbons, can be enjoyed at Beaumont Inn as well as during one of the many bourbon tastings Dixon hosts. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the inn, and the Dedmans are celebrating in a typically welcoming manner. Although there will be an invitation-only gala on Sept. 19, Helen clarified that the goal for the 100-year celebration is to layer classic elements over the custom of sharing their history with their guests and treating them like members of the family. “We aren’t having a bunch of separate events for the 100-year anniversary,” she said. “We will have ‘classic’ days, where we offer different foods and things for our guests.” Rich in history and comfort, the inn is a window to the past and a genuine connection to the family that has cared for it for more than a century. This sense of continuity is an integral part of Beaumont and what prompted one of its former charges to make the place her own so many years ago. “My husband’s grandmother went here, too,” Helen said, “and loved, loved, loved it.”Q To discover more on the intriguing history of the inn, check out Beaumont Inn: Two Centuries of Service by John David Myles. A review of the book appears on page 56.

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Welcome the spring season in beautiful Mt. Sterling. The historic downtown is alive with unique shopping, dining and fun events. Take a walking tour of historic sites, visit the Arts Center for exhibits and performances and sample fresh-made bourbon balls at the Ruth Hunt Candy Factory. Golf scenic Indian Creek and enjoy southern hospitality all in this charming city. Located only minutes east of Lexington on I-64 at Exit 110. mtsterlingtourism.com

Weekend wanderers, escape to Whitley County and experience the world how it’s meant to be. Canoe, kayak, or raft Lake Cumberland, ﬁsh the many waterways, go wild at the Kentucky Splash Water Park, or take a motorcycle ride on the 60 mile Copperhead Trail and enjoy the scenic beauty. Don’t hesitate to jump in and unwind. whitleycountytourism.com

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This relaxing spot is more than fishing and boating Beautiful waterfalls and inlets surrounded by breathtaking woodland offer the ultimate escape. Indulge in a luxury lakeside cabin or a houseboat equipped with everything you need. Explore Lake Cumberland State Resort Park in Jamestown. The park is surrounded by the lake on three sides, giving guests a panoramic view of the placid waters. And it goes without saying that the fishing is topnotch. The lake and river never freeze, so any time of year is a good time to fish. From fishing to camping, houseboats to luxury resorts, family vacations to romantic getaways, Jamestown and Russell Springs are year-round retreats. Enjoy waterfront restaurants, horseback riding, hiking trails and activities for the entire family in Jamestown and Russell Springs. lakecumberlandvacation.com

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BBQ, BLUES & BIKES Fun Family Fests

On May 25, 2019, BBQ will be smoking, blues will be playing, and hundreds of bikers will be roaring into Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Mark your calendars for the 7th Annual BBQ, Blues & Bikes festival in Downtown Elizabethtown! Bikers from around the country join together for a morning ride around the picturesque countryside of Hardin County. Take a deep breath and smell the BBQ smokers at the 2nd Annual Stith Family Farms Backyard BBQ contest. Amateur cooks will test their smoking skills to win this KCBS sanctioned contest. Eat at a wide-range of area BBQ vendors while listening to bands strike a tune. For band line-up and updated schedules, please visit bbqbluesfest.com. Don’t miss out on perfect summer days in Elizabethtown! touretown.com

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Kentucky’s signature rolling hills come to life with the beauty of spring. Celebrate longer days and warmer weather with the age-old tradition of a ﬂower festival. The Peony Spring Festival in Warsaw shows off its colors May 18th. Admission is free and activities include riverboat rides, a tractor show, food and music, garden workshops and of course, the peonies in bloom. Enjoy the beauty and stop to smell the ﬂowers. gallatin.ca.uky.edu/content/peony-festival

Experience what life was like during the Civil War with reenactments and experiential activities in Carrollton. History comes alive April 13-14 on the banks of the Ohio River. Come out for encampment and skirmish days, take part in a ladies’ tea and enjoy a dance and night ﬁre. Everyone from history buffs to families will ﬁnd something to entertain and delight. Plan today to be a part of living history Search for us on Facebook: “Civil War Living History Carrollton KY”. visitcarrolltonky.org

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Kentucky’s ﬁrst settlement, Harrodsburg, rocks its pioneer heritage. History bursts to life at Old Fort Harrod State Park where costumed artisans invite you to experience authentic pioneer life. Tour a full-scale replica of Fort Harrod. Visit the Mansion Museum, Lincoln Marriage Temple, the oldest cemetery west of the Alleghenies, a gift shop, children’s playground, and coming in July 2019, a summer outdoor theatre. See more history at Shaker Village, the state’s largest historic landmark. This 3,000-acre Discovery Destination offers tours of the Historic Centre, dining at The Trustee’s House, overnights in the restored 19th century buildings and cruises of the Kentucky River on the Dixie Belle Riverboat. The Beaumont Inn, Kentucky’s oldest Southern country inn, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Known for antique–appointed guest rooms and awardwinning Southern cuisine, enjoy top-notch hospitality. The Inn’s Old Owl Tavern serves over 100 varieties of bourbon, its own signature Kentucky Owl Whiskey and offers personalized bourbon tastings by appointment. It’s easy to see why Kentucky’s ﬁrst settlement attracts visitors from far and wide. Visit and discover why BBC News Magazine named it one of the top “Five Hidden US Travel Destinations.” harrodsburgky.com

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Vibrant events, unique experiences and family-friendly fun combine in Grant County. Have a larger-than-life adventure at Ark Encounter, a life-sized replica of Noah’s Ark. Sip local vintages at Brianza Gardens and Winery or have dinner and a show at Stage Right Musical Theatre Company. There’s an event for every season, from Derby Day to Country Pumpkins Fall Fest to Country Christmas. visitgrantky.com

Head to Frankfort for a spring weekend of bourbon tasting, local fare and the spirit of the town during Frankfort’s Kentucky Distilled Weekend. Bourbon is a point of pride here. See what makes it special on a distillery tour and tasting or a bourbon history tour. And for a unique experience, listen to the American a cappella group Rockapella at the Grand Theatre. visitfrankfort.com

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Start your engines– Somerset is making weekends a little brighter with Somernites Cruise. Downtown’s streets close to make way for classic cars of all kinds, see polished chrome and vintage rides. When you get a hankering for a snack, pop into Amon’s Sugar Shack for a glazed donut fresh out of the oven. Sip on local brews, plan a golf retreat and do so much more in Somerset.

Nestled in the very heart of the pristine waters of Lake Cumberland, Wayne County is an authentic escape. For every mile of shoreline, there are also miles of incredible scenic backroads, historical sites and adventures to be had by creeks, rivers and waterfalls. Explore swinging bridges, horse trails and four wheeling trails. Find fun and beauty in a place you’ll remember forever. theheartoﬂakecumberland.com

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Favorite Son Kentucky-based trainer Dale Romans defines success on his own terms “Eighty percent of success is showing up.” — Woody Allen If Woody has it right, Dale Romans couldn’t miss being a success as a Thoroughbred trainer. He’s been showing up at Barn 4 on the backside of Churchill Downs since he was 9 months old, brought there by his dad, Jerry, who also was a trainer. The racetrack was, before anything, a playground for Dale and an older brother as they grew up, roaming the barns and racetrack when their dad would leave the track for a second job. “We’d be there all day till feed time in the afternoon, and we just loved it,” he said. Eventually, the boys went to work in their dad’s barn— Dale as a groom, his brother as an exercise rider. “I was 14 and grooming and running horses in races. I don’t think my father understood child labor laws,” Romans, a Louisville native, said with a laugh. “The horse stuff I learned more from trial and error, being there all the time.” This is an epic understatement, given the 52-yearold’s tenure at Churchill Downs. “Being there” brought him into contact with a groom, Willis “Chico” Malone, who one day came to the rescue of Romans’ father as he was struggling with a difficult horse in the shedrow at old Miles Park in Louisville’s West End. From that chance encounter, Chico became a mentor to the elder Romans and a “grand-mentor,” of sorts, to Dale. Romans recounted with obvious fondness Chico going to Churchill Downs to see him in the days before his first Kentucky Derby starter ran in 2006. Romans said, “He came to tell me, ‘You have to teach a horse to run a mile and a quarter. It’s not natural for them’—make sure I train that horse hard.” 52

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“As you climb the ladder of success, be sure it’s leaning against the right building.” — H. Jackson Brown Jr. Romans learned from his dad as well, but it had less to do with racing horses than the business connected to it. “I never saw him take a penny he didn’t have coming in,” Romans said. “He had a lot of flaws, but he was very honest. “He taught me the racing world is a very small one. Don’t cheat people. You get one black eye, and you might never get back … He always told me success can be measured in a lot of ways; it’s not always in winning big races. It’s how long you last and were you able to feed your family.” Romans assesses his career not in terms of major wins, purse earnings, accolades or awards but in modest goals that are, in many ways, more meaningful. “I won my first race 31 years ago, so I’ve lasted,” he said. “My kids are grown, so I’ve fed my family.” Romans said the principal thing he learned from his father about horses was conformation: whether a horse’s body—based on its proportions, bone structure and musculature—is optimal for racing. “He could never afford pedigree with the budgets he was buying on, so he’d always try to find a diamond in the rough without a royal pedigree and make it into a good horse,” he said. Traveling with his dad to horse sales, Romans learned the “four or five things a horse has to have”: correctly shaped back leg, the neck “tying into the chest” the right way, and a good shoulder, forearm and hip. “It’s hard to teach because there’s ratios between everything.” His father apparently was a good teacher as evidenced by a start for Romans that, albeit small, kept him on the racetrack for good.

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“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” — Arthur Ashe Like his dad, Romans had to start with “claimers,” the lowest grade or caliber of racehorses, which gave him the experience to train better quality horses. “Claiming horses is the best way to learn because you see all different kinds of elements and injuries,” he said. “Then, when you get up in the higher ranks, you realize those horses have the same problems, but you know how to work on them.” To date, Roses in May is Romans’ top earner on the racetrack. He won the 2004 Whitney Handicap at Saratoga in New York and the 2005 Dubai World Cup in the United Arab Emirates. “He had a lot of issues,” Romans said, “but he made $5.5 million because of things I had to learn as a kid with cheap horses.” Among Romans’ best runners are turf champion Kitten’s Joy, Preakness Stakes winner Shackleford, multiple graded stakes winner Tapitsfly, and Keen Ice, noted for winning the 2015 Travers Stakes over Triple Crown winner American Pharoah. Romans said his barn is still “50-50”—claiming horses to allowance and stakes runners. A write-up for his Eclipse Award for outstanding trainer in 2012 noted that, among top-echelon trainers, the smaller percentage of stakes

Opposite page, crowd pleaser Dale Romans; above and left, Romans with Tapitsfly following her win in Keeneland’s First Lady Stakes in 2012, the year he was honored with the Eclipse Award for outstanding trainer.

horses in his stable actually made his achievements more notable than that of other successful trainers. In other words, Romans was doing far more with less.

“Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.” — Booker T. Washington Much has been written about Romans’ dyslexia, and it is a subject he has never avoided. While it obviously hasn’t hindered him as a trainer, it is a critical part of why he chose his path in life. Horses, in short, have been his redemption and, on a deeper level, a godsend. “I love this game, and I’m very lucky to have it,” he said. “Through all my educational difficulties, it seems like horses were always there. I could always get along with A P R I L 2 0 1 9 • K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

them better than teachers,” Romans said. Romans’ trainees have earned $105 million in purses, won three Breeders’ Cup races and scored an Eclipse Award. But huge purses and major wins aren’t what’s most important to Romans, “I would have been happy, considering myself successful, if I could have just had 20 horses and raised my family,” a goal he long surpassed. When he goes to the racetrack, he said, “I leave there feeling better than I did when I got there … I was telling one of my clients the other day, ‘A good day of horses breezing [working out]—as long as they’re working good— is as good as winning a race.’ ”

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The only thing missing in Romans’ career is, perhaps, the most obvious: a Kentucky Derby win. When does he start thinking about the next Derby? “Usually when I wake up,” he quipped. About the 2-yearold horses in his stable, he said, “Every horse is a Derby horse until they prove they aren’t.” The Derby is, by no means, an obsession or a quest that drives Romans, even though his next Derby starter will be his 11th, and it has become common for him to have a horse or horses on the Triple Crown trail (the Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes). His reaction to his win in the Preakness with Shackleford in 2011 provides a measured and healthy perspective on how success is defined. His excitement that day, he said, “was no different than it was when Miss Mindy won in a maiden $3,500 race [Romans’ first win as a trainer, on Feb. 15, 1987 at Turfway Park]. I couldn’t have been on a bigger high than I was that day.” He added that he could have retired a happy man after his first win at Churchill Downs, where he grew up, literally and figuratively. A Derby win would mean much to many locals in the grandstand at Churchill Downs. During “the walkover”—the Derby starters’ walk from the barn area, around the clubhouse turn of the track, to the paddock before the race—Romans nearly always gets the loudest cheers. Many of those cheering know him personally from the South End, a bluecollar area where he grew up and still lives, and where “everybody knows everybody,” according to Romans. “It just gives me chills to think about it,” he said. He declares Louisville “the greatest city in America for the way they rally around their own. “It’s a proud city and very proud of anybody who comes out of it and is successful. I couldn’t be treated any better.”

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Winning Wildcats Forty Minutes to Glory: Inside the Kentucky Wildcats’ 1978 Championship Season Doug Brunk, University Press of Kentucky, $19.95 (P)

For a college basketball team that had on its roster a total of six players previously winning their state’s version of “Mr. Basketball,” one might think that capturing a national college basketball championship might not be that difficult, especially in the time before the advent of “one and done” players seen at the power schools today.

But for the 1978 Kentucky Wildcats, winning the title would come hard-fought and with “razor focus,” according to Doug Brunk in Forty Minutes to Glory: Inside the Kentucky Wildcats’ 1978 Championship Season. The author has plenty of evidence to back that up in his account the event, with both the season’s game highlights and an amazing number of authentic personal anecdotes and recollections of sources intimately involved with the team. Fans will read about the afternoon that James Lee quit the team; the leadership of players like Rick Robey, Mike Phillips, Kyle Macy and Jack “Goose” Givens; and the gutsy tournament game decision of Coach Joe B. Hall to bench starters in the second half of a game. There are plenty more stories, too, a true feast of Big Blue Nation reading material that is easily consumed and enjoyed by those who live and die with Wildcat hoops. — STEVE FLAIRTY

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Beaumont Inn, the stately, historic hotel in Harrodsburg, has been serving the public for more than two centuries. With the publication of this beautiful, 130-plus-page coffee-table book, Beaumont Inn: Two Centuries of Service, readers can learn the fascinating history of one of Kentucky’s most iconic inns. Back when Kentucky was considered the frontier and finding a water source was paramount to new settlements, a natural spring near where the inn is now prompted development around 1806. These springs were deemed to have healing powers, and by 1808, cottages had been constructed, and visitors came to stay at the Greenville Springs Spa until it closed in 1827. By 1845, the three-story brick, columned building now known as Beaumont Inn was constructed and served as a school, a college and a private home until 1917, when it was purchased by the Goddard family and transformed into an inn. Today, five generations later, the Dedman family still runs the inn. This book tells the story of the residents, owners and guests who have added to the history of the property over its 200-plus years. Author John David Myles of Simpsonville is an attorney, former circuit judge and preservationist. He has written numerous articles on history and architecture.

It seems like everything is political these days, and down on Folly Beach, South Carolina, Chris Landrum finds that even murders he unofficially stumbles into investigating may be the same. Chris, a retired corporate man by career and now a sometimes photographer, has a neighbor whose daughter has died, and her death initially is ruled the result of a drug overdose. But for Chris, things seem a little more nefarious: Maybe the young woman’s life may have been snuffed out intentionally by a “dark horse” candidate for mayor who happens to be running against an old friend of his. To properly check out his premise, Chris requires help from unofficial investigator friends like Charles, Bob and others, most of whom possess a distinct touch of eccentricity. Care for a bit of “quirk,” readers? Another Bill Noel Folly Beach Mystery episode is on tap, and this one is called Dark Horse, his 14th novel in the character-driven series. The Louisville author continues his success with his special niche. Whoever thought murders could be so much fun?

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It Ain’t the Heat; It’s the Humidity! BY BILL ELLIS

f you have not said it a hundred times, you have at least thought it. It is the humidity, isn’t it? If the temperature is 90 degrees Fahrenheit and the humidity is 60 percent, that equals 100 degrees on the so-called heat index. Summer heat and humidity have always been the bane of yours truly. I have red hair, fair skin and skin cancer scars to testify that only mad dogs, Englishmen and Bill Ellis go out in the midday sun. Some of my golfing friends refer to my SPF 70 sunscreen as making me look like a circus clown, distracting their shot making. In Kentucky, we have a moderate climate. Much of the time, our weather is benign. Warm summer days, not too much or too little rain, mild winters with a little snow—particularly in the higher elevations—make for “normal” days, but nothing to write home about, as the old saying goes. During these times, the television weather forecasters smile, lulling me into complacency. It is typically warmer in the Jackson Purchase area than in other parts of the state—the higher the elevations, the cooler the average temperature. Forty to 50 inches of annual rainfall make for pleasant weather and a great growing season for corn, tobacco and other crops and gardens. In the springtime when redbuds are joined with dogwood flowers, Kentucky is a heavenly place. The fall of 2018 had unusual amounts of rain, extending greenery well into October, usually the driest month of the year. Playing golf on Oct. 18, 2018, I found more than a dozen woolly worms with broad bands of brown or orange on them and little black bands on the head or tail. This supposedly is a sign of a mild winter to come. Did 58

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the woolly worms prove to be good predictors of winter weather for 201819? Or should we rely on long-range predictions of the National Weather Service? Is weather actually predictable over a long period of time? Is there something to be said for climate change? “Well, in Kentucky,” we say, “if the weather doesn’t suit you, just hang around for a while, and it will change.” Frighteningly, weather in Kentucky can turn brutal and even deadly. Lightning, rain, flash floods, hail, ice, snow and even drought can endanger lives and livelihoods. The worst Kentucky flood of the 20th century came in January 1937, during the Great Depression. The rain began early in the month, inundating the Ohio Valley, and approached flood stage in Louisville on Jan. 11. And it was cold. The rains continued throughout the month. On Jan. 22, the Ohio River at Carrollton rose 7 feet in seven hours. When the flood crested at 30 feet above flood stage in Louisville on Jan. 27, more than half the city lay underwater. Displaced men, women and children were sent to Shelbyville, Richmond and other towns, as parts of Louisville became uninhabitable. My grandfather, William P. Ellis, helped flood victims at the old First Christian Church in Shelbyville. As an awestruck kid of 9 or 10, I recall him telling me of helping cold, gaunt, disoriented refugees. All the towns and cities along the Ohio and its tributaries were inundated in January 1937. Ninety-five percent of Paducah was covered with water, as was 50 percent of Frankfort, where rioting prisoners at the flooded 137-year-old reformatory had to be moved to higher ground.

More than 40 years later, the flood of 1978 along the Kentucky River and its tributaries was of epic proportions. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, similar floods often were used for floating logs down the inland rivers of Kentucky to sawmills. This time, many small villages along the river were nearly wiped out. Fearful of a collapse of Dix Dam, authorities released the rapidly rising waters of Herrington Lake, the flood cresting in Frankfort 1 foot higher than in 1937. Floodwalls helped, but water backed up Capital Avenue and flooded houses not stricken in 1937. Was this the “100-year flood” that everyone feared, or is it yet to come? Flash floods can be dangerous anywhere, but particularly in the mountains of Kentucky. Early on the morning of July 5, 1939, water ripped through Rowan and Breathitt counties. A 20-foot wall of water surged down Frozen Creek in Breathitt County, crashing through the community housing the Kentucky Mountain Bible Institute. In all, 52 people died in that county—mostly faculty, their families and students at the Institute—as well as 25 people in Rowan County. Thrown into our weather mixture and misfortunes is the threat of drought. Unusually dry weather from the 1930s through the mid-1950s struck the states of the Great Plains but also extended into our part of the country. Kentucky experienced a dry year in 1930. Wells and springs that had never dried up before in human memory did so. My father told me that Granddaddy Ellis dug small ditches and holes on his hillside farm to try to catch any rain that might fall. High winds from the Western plains drove dust storms across Kentucky in the

’30s, with dust even blowing as far as the Atlantic Ocean. Could that happen again? I occasionally hear the aquifers feeding Western farms are getting harder and harder to tap. Sometimes during the winter, a cold front out of Canada can hang over the Ohio Valley like a plague, plunging temperatures to zero and below. The Ohio River and its Kentucky tributaries have often frozen. During the consecutive frigid winters of 197677 and 1977-78, the Ohio and several Kentucky rivers froze over. During one of these terrible winters, I traveled to Louisville to conduct an oral history interview. While waiting to be led into an office in a tall building near the Louisville waterfront, I saw shards of ice sticking up several feet in the air, where crews had tried to break up the ice with dynamite near the McAlpine Locks and Dam. The scene reminded me of Arctic conditions. Even with snow tires and chains, navigating the frozen streets of Richmond and our subdivision was hazardous. Our son and his cohorts built an igloo in our front yard in early 1977, and it lasted for weeks. While the first of those winters had the most snow in the state, the second had the coldest temperatures. Covington hit a low of 25 degrees below zero on Jan. 28, 1977. The “most severe modern cold wave,” according to Jerry Hill in his excellent book, Kentucky Weather, struck the Bluegrass State in January 1994. Schools, public transportation and even interstate highways were closed for days. Extremely cold temperatures followed days of snow and ice. Several cities reported temperatures 30 degrees below zero on the morning of Jan. 19, with Shelbyville bottoming out at a frigid 37 degrees below zero, the current record. A tornado, perhaps the most frightening weather phenomenon of all, occurs when cold air and warm air collide, most often in April. These violently rotating funnel-shaped clouds descend from ominous black clouds, often accompanied by heavy rain and hail. One of the most destructive supercell systems in history struck the Midwest and upper South on April 3-4, 1974. According to the National Weather Service, 13 states were impacted by this capricious storm, with 148 tornados killing 335 people and causing hundreds of millions of dollars in property damage.

On April 3, my wife, Charlotte, was in downtown Richmond at the First Baptist Church taking an organ lesson, while I was several miles away at home with our two children. I listened to WHAS radio, which was our only contact with the outside world. Traffic helicopter pilot Dick Gilbert told of damage he had heard about in Meade County and followed the funnel at a safe distance as it tore through Jefferson County. Richmond police called the church and warned my wife and others to go to the basement as the storm raced across the county. While my children hunkered down in a hallway surrounded by pillows and blankets, I glanced out the backdoor and saw the blackness descend. Suddenly, it appeared white for a second or two. Someone later told me the tornado must have picked up water from a pond. Descending high winds ripped through farmland and rural areas, tearing the roof off a school gym near I-75. Seven people died that day in Madison County. Brandenburg in Meade County on the Ohio River was the hardest hit with an F5 tornado. Thirty-one people were killed, and the town was nearly wiped off the map. Seventy-seven people died in Kentucky that day, and 39 counties reported damage. Do you remember that terrible day? What is your story? Though hail usually is considered a minor, mostly localized, threat, it can shred a valuable tobacco or corn crop to pieces in minutes. Everyone in or near Bowling Green remembers the great hailstorm of April 16, 1998. I drove through the area some weeks later. Blue tarps covered the roofs of many homes, windows were shattered, and the siding of homes and autos looked like they had been attacked with heavy weapons. Rain followed in copious amounts, and a tornado struck the Scottsville area. Bowling Green High School was so badly damaged it had to be closed for the remainder of the school year. Is it true that some of the hail was the size of a softball? Are we better protected today? Floodwalls in Louisville, Paducah, northern Kentucky, and other towns and cities appear to offer a sense of security. We have warning systems in place. Sirens wail, and we seek cover. “Seek immediate shelter in an inside room or basement, cover your head, don’t drive through standing or

running water, get off the road,” we are warned. Doppler radar systems on live television show the immediate threats of storms as they approach us. However, is there a safe place to be when an F5 tornado approaches? Is the climate/weather changing? I recall driving in Glacier National Park in 1997 and walking to a nearby small glacier and touching it. On a road trip in 2017, all the glaciers were well above me on the mountainside. Pictures of glaciers in other parts of the world reveal that they also are receding. The levels of the oceans of the world are rising. Is this all part of a naturally evolving world climatic change, or have we humans contributed to global warming? I tend to believe that we humans have changed our climate. The climate/weather is impacted by many natural phenomena. Thrown into the mixture are the El Niño and La Niña episodes in the Pacific Ocean. The United States has several active volcanoes in the Western states, Alaska and Hawaii that potentially could radically change our way of life. Don’t forget that Yellowstone National Park also is a dangerous volcanic zone. A volcanic eruption at Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991 was only the latest in such gigantic explosions that impact the world’s climate. It led to a massive swirl of dust that circled the earth for a year, changing weather patterns, perhaps even cooling the Earth. Some scientists have debated whether global warming would be remediated by projecting some sort of artificial clouds into the atmosphere to circle the Earth. There is still an ongoing debate as to whether a gigantic asteroid or a volcanic explosion on the Yucatan Peninsula destroyed the dinosaurs millions of years ago. Whatever the cause, the world’s climate changed radically. Do you recall the Nuclear Winter revelation of not too many years ago? The theory is that the detonation of perhaps dozens of nuclear devices would throw enough dust, ash and debris into the atmosphere to literally blot out the sun for years—if not decades—killing vegetation and humankind. And before you sink back into your easy chair, lulled to sleep by this somnolent article, don’t forget that the New Madrid Fault has not cut loose for more than 200 years and will not be quiet forever. Have you got a weather story? Send it along.

Readers may contact Bill Ellis at editor@kentuckymonthly.com

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Gardening

Go Green with Ground Covers BY WALT REICHERT

very spring, garden centers, grocery stores and even gas stations stock up with piles of bagged mulch to fill the demand from local gardeners who want to keep down weeds without the hassle of handweeding and hoeing. Certainly mulch is a good thing—it minimizes weeds, it holds in soil moisture, it gradually breaks down to nourish the soil, and most important, it keeps our lawn mowers and string trimmers away from the trunks of our trees and shrubs. I’d venture to guess that more trees are injured and killed by “string trimmer disease” than by any other cause, maybe with the exception of improper planting. (However, homeowners and landscapers who insist on piling mulch up next to trees, volcano-like, should know better; that hurts trees and looks stupid.) But what if we could accomplish what mulching does without the expense and back-breaking, dirty work? What if we could replace mulch with plants that will cover the ground, smother weeds and look better than a ring of mulch around trees? We can—with a little planning and judicious use of ground covers. One of my gardening friends has an ancient Siberian elm in her yard that is surrounded by a lovely bed of lily-of-thevalley. The plants produce their little white “bells” in the spring, smell fabulous and grow thick enough to choke out all but the most persistent weeds. In another example, a well-known purveyor of plants sells what it calls “The Emerald Isle,” a collection of hostas that surrounds a large tree, keeping down weeds and creating a cool, shady vista even in the height of summer. GETTING STARTED First, decide to start small. Once the ground cover is established, there is but little work involved in maintenance, though it’s going to take some time to get to that point—plan on a two- to three-year effort. And choose a manageable size patch, whether it be around a tree or shrub or in a sunny border. Biting off more than you can chew inevitably will result in you giving up on the project. Planting ground covers around a tree can be challenging because the ground is often hard, dry and full of roots. Come out about a foot away from the trunk and lay down some landscape fabric to hold down weeds, if you want as low maintenance as possible. I prefer recycled cardboard to landscape fabric because it keeps down weeds for a year or so, then breaks down to improve the soil. Next, add a shallow layer—no more than an inch—of compost or really good topsoil. Not too deep or you can harm the tree. Make a slit in the landscape fabric or cardboard and plant your ground cover plants 6 to 12 inches apart. The

closer they are together, the more quickly they fill in, but that also drives the cost of plants higher. If you hit a root, move the plant and don’t try to dig through it. Be sure to water the plants thoroughly after planting and during any dry spells, at least during the first year of establishment. The compost should give the plants enough food the first year. In subsequent years, you can add a light layer of compost or very lightly sprinkle some high-nitrogen fertilizer around the plants. Weeding may be necessary the first year or so until the ground cover fills in completely, but after year two, that should be a minor chore. Just don’t let any weed that appears go to seed. SOME GROUND COVERS If you’re using ground covers around trees—and I think that’s the best use of them—choose those that can tolerate full or part shade. The lily-of-the-valley and hostas mentioned above would be good choices. Avoid English ivy and wintercreeper; they are horribly invasive. You might also try using some native ground covers that will be attractive to birds and pollinators, though the plants may be more challenging to find. Here are a few native options that are adapted to shade: Pussytoes (Antennaria) – Forms a 2-inch-high mat with white, fuzzy flowers in bloom. Plant 1 foot apart. Coltsfoot (Galax urceolata) – Evergreen, heart-shaped leaves with white flowers on short spikes. Plant 6 inches apart. Heartleaf or evergreen wild ginger (Hexastylis arifolia) – Glossy, triangular, variegated foliage that smells like ginger. Plant 2 feet apart. Partridgeberry (Mitchella repens) – An adaptable native with round leaves and red berries that birds like to eat. If you need a ground cover in a sunny spot, one of the hardiest is the low-growing sedum ‘Weihenstephaner Gold.’ It forms a dense mat of light green plants that bloom yellow in early summer. Or you might choose some native ground covers that are adapted to sun or shade. They include: Lyreleaf sage (Salvia lyrata) – Forms a 2- to 4-inch mat with purple flowers on 1- to 2-foot stems. The flowers are favorites of butterflies and hummingbirds. Plant a foot apart. Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia) – Evergreen leaves with 6-inch white flower spikes. Needs acidic soil. Plant 9 inches apart. Butterweed (Senecio aureus) – Evergreen, heart-shaped leaves forming a 2- to 4-inch mat. Yellow flowers are attractive to bees. Plant 18 inches apart.

Readers may contact Walt Reichert at editor@kentuckymonthly.com

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Carp-Crete BY GARY GARTH

he demonstration had been scheduled to begin at 1 p.m., at Hu-B’s Offshore Marine Boat Sales and Service in Eddyville. The place is easy to find. It’s just off U.S. Hwy. 62 and next door to Venture River Water Park. A mixed crowd had gathered: a handful of state officials, including a representative from the governor’s office; a couple of fishery biologists from the state fish and wildlife agency; and some local politicians, including Lyon County JudgeExecutive Wade White, who seemed to know everyone by first name. A couple of enforcement officers wandered through the crowd, chatting with folks in that detached, watchful way that cops have. A scattering of local business owners worked the crowd. A few press people had shown up, along with about 30 or 40 more people who’d apparently dropped by to see what the fuss was all about. We were there to see a patch of concrete poured. The form had been set before anyone had arrived, but it was nearly 1:30 before the cement truck rolled into the lot. No one seemed to mind the wait, and once on-site, the concrete guys were efficient. It wasn’t long before a gray mass began slide down the chute and into the form, which appeared to be about the size of a two-car garage and 5- or 6-inches deep. Two guys in rubber knee boots began to spread the stuff. Pouring concrete is a taxing, labor-intensive job but not one without a certain skill level. Wellfinished concrete is artful.

Only this wasn’t your run-of-themill concrete. It was Carp-Crete and, according to inventor James Nobles, is something he believes might hold the answer to the vexing problem of what to do about the Asian carp invasion that is upsetting ecosystems from the Tennessee Valley to the Great Lakes, including Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, where the carp— primarily silver and big head—have gained a solid foothold and pose a danger to boaters. The fish are also in the lower Ohio River and have been discovered in the lower Tradewater and Green rivers. The patch of Carp-Crete that was being poured in the back lot of the boat dealership was a concrete that uses Asian carp fish ash as part of the mixture. This may sound inconsequential, but it could be the industrial use for the invasive, damaging carp being sought by fishery officials, fishermen, environmentalists and businessmen whose livelihoods hinge on recreation dollars generated by the lakes and rivers. The Eddyville event was the first public demonstration of Carp-Crete, according to Nobles, a 40-year-old civil engineer and southern Illinois native who also is marketing and selling the stuff. He explained that the production process for making Carp-Crete is simple. Commercial fishermen would deliver their fish to transport vehicles, which Nobles said he would provide. The fish would be transported to his processing plant in Beardstown, Ill. He hopes to expand to other locales as demand grows.

“The fish go through a grinding process,” Nobles explained. “Then an incineration process. And then the fish are pressed to excrete the oils. It’s then dried. That’s the final product.” The powdery fish ash is used as a concrete admixture. Nobles said CarpCrete meets product and construction standards and in no way compromises the strength or durability of the finished concrete product. The only practical way to remove measurable numbers of carp from the lakes and rivers is by commercial fishing. To date, it has been a marginally profitable financial venture for fishermen. “I’m willing to increase the price per pound to increase the harvest levels of production,” Nobles added. How much? “Starting at 30 cents per pound, which is almost double what [commercial fishermen] are getting now for Asian carp,” he said. The potential market is huge. A cubic yard of concrete contains approximately 4 pounds of the CarpCrete mixture, Nobles noted. Sixteen pounds of live carp are needed to produce the 4 pounds of powdered admixture. “There are tens of millions of pounds of carp out there in the waterways,” Nobles said. “Eventually, they are going to get into the Great Lakes, if they’re not there already. We’ve got to do something.” Aside from the slightly cheesy name, he might be onto something. Find out more at abovegradeenvironmental.com.

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Ongoing Making Time: The Art of the Kentucky Tall Case Clock, Speed Art Museum, Louisville, through June 18, (502) 634-2700

Central Kentucky Home and Garden Show, Lexington Center, Lexington, through April 7, (859) 233-4567

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0 Blue Hydrangea Progressive Tea, downtown La Grange, 1-800-813-9953

The Isaacs, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Owensboro, (270) 926-7891

Don Krekel Orchestra, The Caravan Comedy Club, Louisville, (502) 459-0022

Vicki Lawrence Penguin Goes Easter & Mama: to Flight Eggspress, A Two Woman School, Kentucky Railway Show, Paramount Carson Center, Museum, Arts Center, Paducah, New Haven, Ashland, (270) 908-2037 (502) 349-5470 (606) 324-0007

Spring AQS The Hypertufa Land Rover Kentucky OVAL Kitchen Quiltweek, Illusionists, Workshop, Yew Kentucky Proud Expo, Tour, various downtown RiverPark Center, Dell Botanical Three-Day Morehead locations, Paducah, through Event, Kentucky Conference Center, Owensboro, Gardens, Henderson April 27, (270) 687-2787 Crestwood, Horse Park, Morehead, (270) 443-8783 (502) 241-4788 Lexington, through April 27, through April 27, (606) 780-4342 (859) 254-8123

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Kenny WILD Wednesday - Chesney, KFC Frogs Aplenty, Yum! Center, Louisville, John James (502) 690-9000 Audubon State Park, Henderson, (270) 826-2247

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Easter

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Easter at the Trace, Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, (502) 783-5652

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Holley EFI Hillbilly Days, Egg-Citing Battle of Outlaw Street downtown Easter Fest, Fort Augusta Car Reunion Pikeville, through Boonesborough Walking Tour, VI, Beech Bend April 14, State Park, Main Street, Park, Bowling (606) 432-5063 Richmond, Augusta, Green, through through April 14, (606) 756-2183 April 13, (859) 527-3454 (270) 782-0800

Guided Nature Tour, Josephine Sculpture Park, Frankfort, (502) 352-7082

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Freak Power: Hunter S. Thompson’s Campaign for Sheriff, Frazier History Museum, Louisville, through Sept. 1, (502) 753-5663

Our state’s largest Ongoing annual event, the Ralph Kentucky Derby Steadman: A Festival, continues Retrospective, throughout the UK Art Museum, month! The 2019 Kentucky Lexington, Derby Festival Official through May 5, Schedule of Events (859) 257-5716 begins on page 27.

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A guide to Kentucky’s most interesting events Bluegrass Region

10 Monty Python’s Spamalot, EKU Center for the Arts, Richmond, (859) 622-7469, ekucenter.com 11 Shrek: The Musical, Guignol Theatre, University of Kentucky, Lexington, also April 13-14, (859) 257-3297, finearts.uky.edu

Ongoing Ralph Steadman: A Retrospective, University of Kentucky Art Museum, Lexington, through May 5, (859) 257-5716, finearts.uky.edu/art-museum Pushing the Envelope: Mail Art from the Archives of American Art, University of Kentucky Art Museum, Lexington, through May 5, (859) 257-6218, finearts.uky.edu/art-museum April

2 Tea Tuesday, Waveland State Historic Site, Lexington, also April 9, 16, 23 and 30, (859) 272-3611, parks.ky.gov 4-26 Spring Meet, Keeneland Race Course, Lexington, (859) 254-3412, keeneland.com 5 Sins as Thick as Mice: Vices of Henry Clay, Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, Frankfort, (502) 782-8118, history.ky.gov 5 The Music of Cream, Grand Theatre, Frankfort, (502) 352-7469, grandtheatrefrankfort.org 5 Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure, Norton Center for the Arts, Danville, (859) 236-4692, nortoncenter.com 5 R.C. May Photography Lecture Series: Michael Flomen, Gatton Student Center Cinema, University of Kentucky, Lexington, (859) 257-6218, finearts.uky.edu 5-7 Central Kentucky Home and Garden Show, Lexington Center, Lexington, (859) 233-4567, lexingtoncenter.com/events 6 Pick Up the Park, Old Fort Harrod State Park, Harrodsburg, (859) 734-3314, parks.ky.gov 7 Guided Nature Tour, Josephine Sculpture Park, Frankfort, (502) 352-7082, josephinesculpturepark.org 9 The Glenn Miller Orchestra, Lancaster Grand Theatre, Lancaster, (859) 583-1716, lancastergrand.com

(502) 352-7469, grandtheatrefrankfort.org

18-20 Mary Poppins, presented by the School for the Creative and Performing Arts, Lexington Opera House, (859) 233-4567, lexingtonoperahouse.com

11 Disney on Ice, Rupp Arena, Lexington, (859) 233-4567, rupparena.com

19 World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show, EKU Center for the Arts, Richmond, (859) 622-7469, ekucenter.com

11 EKU Chautauqua Lecture Series, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, (859) 622-7469, chautauqua.eku.edu

19-21 Steel Magnolias, Leeds Center for the Arts, Winchester, also April 26-28, (859) 744-6437, leedscenter.org

12 Face2Face, Grand Theatre, Frankfort, (502) 352-7469, grandtheatrefrankfort.org

20 Community Easter Egg and Candy Hunt, Old Fort Harrod State Park, Harrodsburg, (859) 734-3314, parks.ky.gov

12 Wheels of Time Cruise-In, downtown Lawrenceburg, (502) 598-3127, lawrenceburgky.org 12-14 Egg-Citing Easter Fest, Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, (859) 527-3454, parks.ky.gov

20 Long Rifles of the Kentucky Frontier, Jack Jouett House, Versailles, (859) 873-7902, jouetthouse.org 20 Horsing Around Creative Writing Workshop, American Saddlebred Museum, Lexington, (859) 259-2746, asbmuseum.org

13 The Magical Tales of Beatrix Potter, presented by the Lexington Ballet Company, Lexington Opera House, (859) 233-4567, lexingtonoperahouse.com

25-27 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, (859) 254-8123, kentuckythreedayevent.com

13 Fort Harrod Grand Council, Old Fort Harrod State Park, Harrodsburg, (859) 734-3314, parks.ky.gov

25-28 Camper Appreciation Weekend, Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, (859) 527-3454, parks.ky.gov

13 Spring Fling Art Festival, downtown Lawrenceburg, (502) 598-3127, parks.ky.gov

26 Rockapella, Grand Theatre, Frankfort, (502) 352-7469, grandtheatrefrankfort.org

13 Carnegie Hall Prelude Concert, presented by the UK Wind Symphony, Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall, University of Kentucky, Lexington, (859) 257-5030, finearts.uky.edu

26-27 Amadeus Live, with the UK Symphony Orchestra & UK Chorale, Singletary Center for the Arts, Lexington, (859) 257-5030, finearts.uky.edu

13 Thy Will Be Done: An Easter Oratorio, Norton Center for the Arts, Danville, (859) 236-4692, nortoncenter.com

26-28 The Marvelous Wonderettes, Ragged Edge Community Theatre, Harrodsburg, also May 3-5, (859) 734-2389, raggededgetheatre.org

13-14 Women on the Frontier, Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, (859) 527-3131, parks.ky.gov

26-28 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King and I, Lexington Opera House, (859) 233-4567, lexingtonoperahouse.com

14 Easter at the Trace, Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, (502) 783-5652, buffalotracedistillery.com

26-28 Hands Four Spring Dance Weekend, Russel Acton Folk Center, Berea, (859) 248-0690, hands4-berea.com

14 Charlotte’s Web, Lexington Children’s Theatre, Lexington, also April 20 and 27-28, (859) 254-4546, lctonstage.org

27 H’Artful of Fun: A Garden Party, Lexington Arts and Science Center, Lexington, (859) 252-5222, lasclex.org

14 Ben-Hur, Grand Theatre, Frankfort,

27 NorthSide Festival, presented by the A P R I L 2 0 1 9 • K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

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Lexington Art League, grounds of the Loudoun House, Lexington, (859) 825-8985, lexingtonartleague.org

11-12 Mayfest Arts Fair, Gratz Park, Lexington, (859) 425-2590, downtownlex.com/ mayfest-arts-fair

27 A Taste of Danville, Wilderness Trail Distillery, Danville, (859) 402-8707, wildernesstrailky.com

11-12 Bluegrass Birding Festival, McConnell Springs, Lexington, (859) 225-4073, bluegrassbirdingfestival.com

27 Bourbon & Browns, Liberty Hall Historic Site, Frankfort, (502) 227-2560, libertyhall.org

17 Gallery Hop Reception, Living Arts & Science Center, Lexington, (859) 252-5222, lasclex.org

May

3 Oaks Day Celebration, Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, (502) 696-5926, buffalotracedistillery.com 3-5 Kentucky Derby Weekend, Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, (859) 527-3454, parks.ky.gov

17-18 Broadway Days Festival, 100 West Broadway, Harrodsburg, (859) 734-2364, mercerchamber.com 17-18 Vertigo Bungee Jumping, High Bridge, Lawrenceburg, (502) 598-3127, vertigobungee.net

Louisville Region

4 Derby Day Breakfast, Waveland State Historic Site, Lexington, (859) 272-3611, parks.ky.gov 4 Kentucky Derby Simulcast, Keeneland Race Course, Lexington, (859) 254-3412, keeneland.com 4-5 Fiber to Fabric on the Frontier, Fort Boonesborough State Park, (859) 527-3131, parks.ky.gov 6 Tasting Party, Harrodsburg Historical Society, Harrodsburg, (859) 734-2364, harrodsburghistoricalsociety.org 8 Lee Cockerell – Creating Business Magic, Ashford Acres Bed and Breakfast, Cynthiana, (859) 234-5236, ashfordacresinn.com 9 Paris Storytelling Festival, downtown Paris, (859) 707-6890, parisstoryfest.com 9 Pink: Beautiful Trauma World Tour, Rupp Arena, Lexington, (859) 233-4567, rupparena.com 10-11 Herpetology Weekend, Natural Bridge State Resort Park, Slade, (606) 663-2214, parks.ky.gov 10-11 Spring Campers’ Yard Sale, Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, (859) 527-3454, parks.ky.gov 11 Down to Earth 2019 Community Benefit Plant Sale, Woodland Christian Church, Lexington, downtoearthky.com 11 Ladies Day, downtown Lawrenceburg, (502) 598-3127 11 Lee Rocker, Grand Theatre, Frankfort, (502) 352-7469, grandtheatrefrankfort.org

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History Center, La Grange, (502) 222-0826, oldhamcountyhistoricalsociety.org

6 An Evening of Soul with Charlie Wilson, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, (502) 690-9000, kfcyumcenter.com 6-7 Old Louisville Mansions Tour, Old Louisville Visitors Center, Louisville, (502) 635-5244, oldlouisville.org/mansions-tour 10-30 Olmsted’s Louisville, Frazier History Museum, Louisville, through Sept. 15, (502) 753-5663, fraziermuseum.org 12 2nd Friday Bluegrass Jam, Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough, (270) 257-2311, parks.ky.gov 13 Goose Creek 5K, E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park, Louisville, (502) 429-7270, parks.ky.gov 13 Thunder Over Louisville, Louisville riverfront, thunderoverlouisville.org

Ongoing Harlan Hubbard’s Watercolors, Frazier History Museum, Louisville, through May 4, (502) 753-5663, fraziermuseum.org Making Time: The Art of the Kentucky Tall Case Clock, 1790-1850, Speed Art Museum, Louisville, through June 18, (502) 634-2700, speedmuseum.org April

1-4 Clay Bodies: Moving Through Ceramics, KMAC Museum, Louisville, (502) 589-0102, kmacmuseum.org 1-13 Linda Bruckheimer’s Road Map to Heaven Exhibit, Frazier History Museum, Louisville, (502) 753-5663, fraziermuseum.org 1-21 Meadows in the Bloom, My Old Kentucky Home, Bardstown, (502) 348-3502, visitmyoldkyhome.com 4 Kenny Chesney, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, (502) 690-9000, kfcyumcenter.com 5 Legends of Hip Hop, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, (502) 690-9000, kfcyumcenter.com 5-6 Bardstown Antiques Show, Guthrie Opportunity Center, Bardstown, (317) 250-0193, guthrieopportunitycenter.org 6 Train Show and Sale and Train Excursion, Kentucky Railway Museum, New Haven, (502) 549-5470, kyrail.org 6 Cooking at the Hearth, Oldham County

13 Thunder Viewing Party, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, (502) 690-9000, kfcyumcenter.com 13 Public Archaeology Dig, Gatewood Plantation, Trimble County, (502) 222-0826, oldhamcountyhistoricalsociety.org 13 Train Robbery, Kentucky Railway Museum, New Haven, (502) 549-5470, kyrail.org 15 Don Krekel Orchestra, The Caravan Comedy Club, Louisville, (502) 459-0022, thecaravan2017.com 18 Ohio River History Lunch Cruise, Oldham County History Center, La Grange, (502) 222-0826, oldhamcountyhistoricalsociety.org 20 Easter Eggspress, Kentucky Railway Museum, New Haven, (502) 349-5470, kyrail.org 20 Grayson County Bluegrass Opry, 125 East White Oak Street, Leitchfield, visitleitchfield.com 23 Hypertufa Workshop, Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, Crestwood, (502) 241-4788, yewdellgardens.org 26 Museum Gala, Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville, (502) 637-1111, derbymuseum.org/gala.html 28 Blue Hydrangea Progressive Tea, downtown La Grange, 1-800-813-9953, oldhamkyevents.com 28 Haydn Lord Nelson Mass & Messiah Excerpts, St. Brigid Catholic Church, Louisville, (502) 968-6300, louisvillexhorus.org

30 Freak Power: Hunter S. Thompson’s Campaign for Sheriff, Frazier History Museum, Louisville, through Sept. 1, (502) 753-5663, fraziermuseum.org

Bring Wild Imaginations to Life

May

1 Biscuits & Bourbon, Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville, (502) 637-1111, derbymuseum.org 3 Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs, Louisville, (502) 636-4400, kentuckyderby.com 4 Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs, Louisville, (502) 636-4400, kentuckyderby.com

NEW Snow Leopard Pass & Colobus Crossing exhibits!

4 Battle of the Bluegrass Pulling Series, Grayson County Fairgrounds, Leitchfield, (270) 259-5587, graysoncountyfair.net 4 Plant Fair & Spring Fling, Grayson County Middle School, Leitchfield, (270) 2595587, visitleitchfield.com

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10 Angle Street, Shelby County Community Theatre, Shelbyville, (502) 633-0222, shelbytheatre.org 12 Mother’s Day Excursion, My Old Kentucky Dinner Train, Bardstown, (502) 348-7300, kydinnertrain.com 18-19 Art in the Park, James D. Beville City Park, Leitchfield, (270) 259-5587, gcaartinthepark.org

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Northern Region Wants Wants to to

Ongoing Scaled to Perfection: Gallery of Miniatures, Kentucky Gateway Museum, Maysville, through May 31, (606) 564-5865, ksbminiaturescollection.com Northern Kentucky Sports Legends Exhibit, Behringer-Crawford Musuem, Covington, through May 12, (859) 491-4003, bcmuseum.org April

3 Cardiovascular Health Unit, Boone County Public Library, Florence, (859) 342-2665, boone.libnet.info/events 4 Growing Veggies in Containers, Boone County Extension Center, Burlington, (859) 586-6101, boone.ca.uky.edu

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Let’s Go 4-6 The Lion in Winter, Falcon Theatre, Newport, (513) 479-6783, falcontheater.net 5-7 Swing! At the Carnegie, The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, Covington, also April 12-14, (859) 957-1940, thecarnegie.com

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6 Trail Work Day, Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, Union, (859) 384-3522, parks.ky.gov 6 Genealogy Workshop, Kenton County Library, Erlanger, (859) 962-4060, kentonlibrary.org 13 Battle of Augusta Walking Tour, Main Street, Augusta, (606) 756-2183 13 Falcon Theatre Presents Trick! Falcon Theatre, Newport, (513) 479-6783, falcontheater.net 18 Six@Six Lecture: Healthcare in America, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, nku.eventsair.com

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It’s the timeless craft of a local cooperage that gives our town a certain something that other places can’t quite capture. To find out where you can see bourbon barrels being made, go to visitlebanonky.com.

20 Jazz Appreciation Month Concert, Kenton County Library, Covington, (859) 962-4060, kentonlibrary.org May

1 Party on the Purple People Bridge, Newport on the Levee, Newport, also May 15, purplepeoplebridge.com 19leto12606v1_KY Monthly_Barrel_4.625x4.875.indd 1

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2 Six@Six Lecture: Is it Safe to Go to Work? Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, Covington, nku.eventsair.com

3-4 Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, Falcon Theatre, Newport, also May 9-11 and 16-18, (513) 479-6783, falcontheater.net 4 Junkfest, Main Street, Augusta, (606) 756-2183

Western Region

April

1-7 March Madness Art Show, John James Audubon State Park Museum, Henderson, (270) 826-2247, ext. 227, parks.ky.gov 1-8 HERstory Quilts Exhibit, National Quilt Museum, Paducah, (270) 442-8856, quiltmuseum.org 3 WILD Wednesday - Frogs Aplenty,

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John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, (270) 826-2247, parks.ky.gov

3 Kinky Boots, RiverPark Center, Owensboro, (270) 687-2787, riverparkcenter.org 4 Hooten Hallers Concert, Maiden Alley, Paducah, (270) 442-7723, maidenalleycinema.com Â 4 Adolph Rupp and the Rise of College Basketball, McCracken County Public Library, Paducah, (270) 442-2510, mclib.net 6 Eggstravaganza, John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, (270) 826-2247, parks.ky.gov 6 The Isaacs, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Owensboro, (270) 926-7891, bluegrasshall.org 6 First Saturday Hike, Pennyrile State Resort Park, Dawson Springs, also May 4, (270) 797-3421, parks.ky.gov 9 Listen Lunch Learn, Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, Owensboro, (270) 993-1234, wkbg.org 11 Rock of Ages, Carson Center, Paducah, (270) 908-2037, thecarsoncenter.org 12 Sierra Hull, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Owensboro, (270) 926-7891, bluegrasshall.org 12-13 Mary Poppins, Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Madisonville, (270) 824-8650, glemacenter.org 13 Wild Flower Extravaganza, John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, (270) 826-2247, parks.ky.gov 13 2nd Saturday Hike - Spring Wildflowers, Lake Barkley State Resort Park, Cadiz, (270) 924-1431, parks.ky.gov 13 Paducah Symphony Orchestra, Carson Center, Paducah, (270) 908-2037, thecarsoncenter.org 13-26 Sing! Sing! Sing! Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Madisonville, (270) 824-8650, glemacenter.org 19 Penguin Goes to Flight School, Carson Center, Paducah, (270) 908-2037, thecarsoncenter.org 20 Fantastic Fibers Exhibition, Yeiser Art Center, Paducah, through June 7, (270) 442-2453, theyeiser.org 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Barren River Lake State Park, Lucas, (270) 646-2151, parks.ky.gov 22 The Illusionists, RiverPark Center, Owensboro, (270) 687-2787, riverparkcenter.org A P R I L 2 0 1 9 â&#x20AC;˘ K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

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Let’s Go 23 Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure, Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Madisonville, (270) 824-8650, glemacenter.org 23 Gov. Ruby Laffoon-Gov. Steve Beshear Democratic Dinner, Ballard Convention Center, Madisonville, (270) 399-1578 24-27 Spring AQS QuiltWeek, downtown Paducah, (270) 443-8783, quiltweek.com 27 OVAL Kitchen Tour, various locations, Henderson, ohiovalleyart.org 27 Plant Sale, Mundy Activity Center, Owensboro, (270) 993-1234, wkbg.org 27 Kenlake’s Earth Day Clean-Up, Kenlake State Resort Park, Hardin, (270) 474-2211, parks.ky.gov 27 Wickliffe Mounds Nature Fair, Wickliffe Mounds State Park, Wickliffe, (270) 335-3681, parks.ky.gov 28 Jeanne Robertson, Carson Center, Paducah, (270) 908-2037, thecarsoncenter.org May

2 The Man Behind Paducah’s City Hall, McCracken County Public Library, Paducah, (270) 442-2510, mclib.net 6 Postmodern Jukebox, Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Madisonville, (270) 824-8650, glemacenter.org Colonial Cottage Restaurant 3140 Dixie Highway, Erlanger 859-341-4498 thecottagenky.com

Farm House Inn Bed & Breakfast

735 Taylor Branch Road, Parkers Lake (606) 376-7383 www.farmhouseinnbb.com

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10 Charlie Pride, Carson Center, Paducah, (270) 908-2037, thecarsoncenter.org 11 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, with Dan Tyminski Band, Beaver Dam Amphitheater, Beaver Dam, (270) 274-7106, beaverdamamp.com

Southern Region

Ongoing A Culture Carried: Bosnians in Bowling Green, Kentucky Museum, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, through May 30, (270) 745-3369, wku.edu/kentuckymuseum Arte Cubano Exhibit, Kentucky Museum, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, through May 28, (270) 745-3369, wku.edu/kentuckymuseum April

4-6 It’s Complicated: Love, Comedy, Opera! Russell H. Miller Theatre, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, (270) 745-3121, wku.showare.com 5 Spring Craft and Vendor Show, Greenwood Mall, Bowling Green, (270) 782-9047, greenwoodmall.com 5-6 Crappie USA 2-Day Super Event Tournament, Pulaski County Park, Nancy, (606) 679-6394, crappieusa.com 6 Kentucky Green Living Fair, Center for Rural Development, Somerset, (606) 679-6394, kygreenlivingfair.com 6 The Music of Cream, Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, Bowling Green, (270) 904-1880, theskypac.com 10-13 Holley EFI Outlaw Street Car Reunion VI, Beech Bend Park, Bowling Green, (270) 782-0800, RaceOSCR.com

11 Iron Mom Half-Marathon, downtown Paducah, paducahironmom.com

12 Monty Python’s Spamalot, Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, Bowling Green, (270) 904-1880, theskypac.com

12 Mum’s Day in the Garden, Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, Owensboro, (270) 993-1234, wkbg.org

20 Orchestra Kentucky, Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, Bowling Green, (270) 904-1880, theskypac.com

17-18 LowerTown Arts & Music Festival, LowerTown, Paducah, (270) 443-8783, paducah.travel

26-28 Camper Appreciation Weekend, Nolin Lake State Park, Mammoth Cave, (270) 286-4240, parks.ky.gov

18 Hike to Wilderness Lake, John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, (270) 826-2247, parks.ky.gov

26-28 Camper Appreciation Weekend, Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, Jamestown, (859) 537-3183, parks.ky.gov

18 Kids to Park Day, Columbus-Belmont State Park, Columbus, (270) 677-2327, parks.ky.gov

27 Somernites Cruise Car Show & Shine, Fountain Square, Somerset, (606) 679-6394, somernitescruise.com

28 Old Mulkey Spring Garden Expo, Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site, Tompkinsville, (270) 487-8481, parks.ky.gov May

4 Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Center For Rural Development, Somerset, (606) 679-6394, centertech.com 7 The Golden Dragon Acrobats, Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, Bowling Green, (270) 904-1880, theskypac.com 18 Old Mulkey Flint & Stones, Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site, Tompkinsville, (270) 487-8481, parks.ky.gov

Eastern Region

APRIL EVENTS APRIL 5 First Friday and Downtown Live APRIL 5 Chevel (Winner of the Voice), Paramount Arts Center APRIL 11 Rush Oﬀ Road Anniversary Bash, Rush Oﬀ Road – 4 Mile Road APRIL 13 Paramount Spring Gala, Bellefonte Country Club APRIL 18 Vicki Lawrence & Momma, Paramount Arts Center

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5 First Friday and Downtown Live, Ashland, 1-800-377-6249, visitashlandky.com

APRIL 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Central Park APRIL 27 Family Fun Day, 5K, Fun Run, Innatables + More, Central Park

5 Wine & Canvas, Pine Mountain State Resort Park, Pineville, (606) 337-3066, parks.ky.gov 5 Chevel Shepherd, Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, (606) 324-0007, paramountartscenter.com 5 Putt Putt Tournament, Kingdom Come State Park, Cumberland, (606) 589-4138, parks.ky.gov 5 First Friday Outdoor Market, Rowan County Arts Center, Morehead, also May 3, (606) 780-4342, rowancountyartscenter.com 6 Oak Ridge Boys, Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Renfro Valley, 1-800-765-7464, renfrovalley.com 6 Mudd Fest, Corbin Arena, Corbin, (317) 236-6515, monstertrucknationals.com 7 City Rockfest, Eastern Kentucky Expo Center, Pikeville, (606) 444-5500, ekec.us 9 Laila Ali, Unversity of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, 1-800-343-1609, ucumberlands.edu 11-14 Hillbilly Days, downtown Pikeville, (606) 432-5063, hillbillydays.com

Worth the trip to Western Kentucky 28th Annual Home, Garden & Outdoor Living Show Classic Petra Revival in Concert Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure Dawson Springs Mule & Draft Horse Days An Evening with Postmodern Jukebox

877-243-5280

Friday, April 12- Saturday, April 13 Friday, April 19 Tuesday, April 23 Wednesday, May 1-Saturday, May 4 Monday, May 6

www.visitmadisonvilleky.com

12 Spring Writers’ Retreat, Hindman Settlement School, Hindman, (606) 785-5475, hindmansettlement.org A P R I L 2 0 1 9 • K E N T U C K Y M O N T H LY

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12-13 Wildflower Pilgrimage, Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, (606) 286-4411, parks.ky.gov 13 Paramount Spring Gala, Bellefonte Country Club, Ashland, 1-800-377-6249, visitashlandky.com 13 Carcassonne Square Dance, Carcassonne Community Center, Carcassonne, also May 11, (606) 633-9691 13 Outlaws and Renegades Tour, Eastern Kentucky Expo Center, Pikeville, (606) 444-5500, ekec.us 18 Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two Woman Show, Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, (606) 324-0007, paramountartscenter.com 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Central Park, Ashland, 1-800-377-6249, visitashlandky.com 20 Brunch with the Easter Bunny, Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, (606) 286-4411, parks.ky.gov 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Greenbo Lake State Park, Greenup, (606) 473-7324, parks.ky.gov 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, Jamestown, (270) 343-3111, parks.ky.gov 20-21 Easter Weekend Getaway, Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, (606) 286-4411, parks.ky.gov 26-27 Kentucky Proud Expo, Morehead Conference Center, Morehead, (606) 780-4342, moreheadtourism.com 26-27 Camper Appreciation Weekend, Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, (606) 286-4411, parks.ky.gov 27 Family Fun Day, Central Park, Ashland, 1-800-377-6249, visitashlandky.com 27-28 Mountain Mushroom Festival, downtown Irvine, (606) 723-1233, mountainmushroomfestival.org May

3-5 Nature Photography Weekend, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Corbin, (606) 528-4121, parks.ky.gov 4 Diamond Rio, Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Renfro Valley, 1-(800) 765-7464, renfrovalley.com 5 Human Being Tour, Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, (606) 324-0007, paramountartscenter.com 10 The Music Man, presented by the Paramount Players, Paramount Arts Center, Ashland, (606) 324-0007, paramountartscenter.com

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aking money off the races has always been easier for me than making money on them. My most profitable day of racing was May 3, 1980. And I don’t think I ever once saw the legendary Twin Spires. You see, Chuck and I attended a Southern Baptist church not far from Churchill Downs. For years, the church had parked cars headed for the Kentucky Derby in its parking lot, raising money to send teens such as Chuck and me and Sandy and Susan and Todd and Roger and Danny and Slick to Ridgecrest, a summer camp in the North Carolina mountains. That winter, the deacons decided that it was hypocritical to make money off something they were fundamentally against—gambling and the infield shenanigans that came with the Derby—and they would no longer allow visitors seeking debauchery to park in their lot. I really don’t know whose idea it was, but the church had an auxiliary parking lot down the street from the STEPHEN M. VEST church, and Chuck Publisher & Editor-in-Chief and I figured no one would think to guard it against the lowly sinners. We got up at 3 a.m. and bought a couple of cases of water bottles and all the Courier-Journals we could find. By 4 a.m., we were at the auxiliary parking lot, charging $20 to $100 for cars, trucks and recreational vehicles to park. We sold the 25-cent Derby Day papers for $1 and the lukewarm water for 50 cents. “Can you believe people are paying so

much for water?” Chuck asked. “Imagine if we had beer.” “Shh, we’re baptists.” By 9 a.m., the parking lot was stuffed, and we were gone. That afternoon, fittingly, Genuine Risk took command entering the stretch and won the Kentucky Derby, becoming the first filly since Regret in 1915 to do so. The chestnut mare dispatched a 13-horse field in Derby 106 that included a horse named Plugged Nickle. Our genuine risk paid handsomely, enough that I could have paid several years of my college tuition or started a bottled-water operation if I had been so forward thinking. Any day we come home from the track with nearly as much money as we took with us we consider a winning day. The only profitable day I can rustle up from my memory was the sunny day of my November evening wedding. In my memory, I placed everything I had left on an eighth-race long shot named Steve’s Special Day. In the story I often tell, I made enough to pay for most, if not all, of our honeymoon trip to Florida. Trouble is, there was no such horse. I thought, well, maybe his name was Steve’s Special, and he was ridden by Pat Day. In the program it would read Steve’s Special—Day, right? Time has a way of playing tricks on you. According to Paul Gregory of The Blood-Horse magazine, my memory is flawed. After minutes of extensive research, Gregory concluded that I probably had bet on Alter Image, a son of Blushing Groom, in the first race. At some point, I bet on Don’t Hesitate and then stumbled into an exacta bet in the fifth race on Steven’s Supreme at $4.40to-1, with Skins at $31.60-to-1. Skins

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Genuine Risk Pays Off won the race, with Steven’s Supreme coming in second. “I’m not sure that would have covered your entire honeymoon,” Paul said, “but it would have covered a round or two of drinks.” Paul doesn’t understand that our honeymoon suite came with a stipulation that we sit through a timeshare sales presentation. Gramps, my wife’s dad, was always one for picking horses by their names. It wasn’t because of any personal connection to the name. He believed there is a code known only to the underground. In a race with a heavy favorite, if there were two horses with similar names, let’s say Katy’s Kitten and Katy’s Cupcake, he was certain that a syndicate of gangsters was behind the two long shots. The names were the key to the fix. I’m not sure there is any validity to his belief, but he won more often than he lost. It is probably fair to say that my often-shared, yet incorrect, experience has influenced my children. During a recent trip to Churchill Downs, there was a horse running named Shut Up Chris. My son, Christopher, asked if I thought he should bet on the horse, being that it was such a long shot. “I would,” I said. He did—to show—but his youngest sister, who frequently uses the phrase “Shut up, Chris,” put $5 across the board on the Indiana gelding. Christopher’s $15 show bet paid maybe $18. When Sydney pocketed three figures, Christopher pleaded with her to share her winnings—especially since he inspired the bet. She replied, “Oh, shut up, Chris.”

Readers, and those looking for a speaker for a church or civic group, may contact Stephen M. Vest at steve@kentuckymonthly.com APRIL KWIZ ANSWERS: 1. B. Mushroom Festival; 2. B. Czechoslovakia; 3. C. The late Grafton, best known for her alphabet mystery series; 4. B. Boone; 5. A. Voting the party line; 6. C. Owensboro; 7. B. Home runs; 8. B. Idaho, Washington and Oregon; 9. C. Sazerac Coffee House (also a bar); 10. A. Hazard (1950).

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