Clear out those winter clothes and head out for spring fun. by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker 150th Kentucky Derby. On May 4, the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs. Be sure to check out the Derby Festival events leading up to the Derby. International Food Truck Festival. On May 11 at the Big Four Lawn, check out local food trucks that are sure to please every palate. Louisville Mac & Cheese Festival. Area restaurants and food trucks come together on May 11 at 4th Street Live! for a day of mac & cheese food and fun. 2024 PGA Championship. From May 13 ..read more

Green Thumb or Just All Thumbs by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker The first day of spring was March 19. However, it’s always a guessing game in the Ohio River Valley of when the last frost will occur and when it’s safe to plant your flowers in the spring. Some gardeners suggest planting after mid-April, while others have pointed to having snow as late as Derby day and suggesting May to plant. Whatever time you decide to plant your spring flowers and vegetables, check out these local nurseries and garden centers for all your gardening needs. Many offer consulting services, as well. So, if you ne ..read more

If traveling during spring break is out of your budget, check out these alternatives by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker For many, spring break is an annual tradition to vacation at a sunny, warm beach. For others, it’s a week of giving back to the community through Alternative Spring Break. But for some, travel is not an option and they must stay home. How can you make your spring break an adventure while staying home? 15 Fun Things to Do as a Family During Spring Break: Visit a local museum. Go camping, whether in your living room (PILLOW FORT!) or backyard. Enjoy a DIY spa day. Volunteer. Tak ..read more

Explore downtown Louisville at a discount by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker Every year, Louisville Downtown Partnership promotes a hometown tourist celebration. Now through February 11, Kentucky and Indiana residents can visit downtown attractions at 50% off regular admission. Among those are the Muhammad Ali Center, Slugger Museum and Waterfront Botanical Gardens. Spend the week eating, experiencing, and learning about the city. Want to check out other museums in the area? Here’s a list of museums for the sports, arts, science, and history buffs. Arts KMAC Contemporary Art Museum Speed Art Mu ..read more

How to keep your New Year’s resolutions by MIKE HALL, Agent/Owner/Broker Every year you make a New Year’s resolution. Some years you may stick to them for a few weeks or even months. But sometimes you fail and vow to follow through the next year. Here are some tips to help you keep your New Year’s resolution this year: Be picky and specific about your resolution. Set only one or two goals. Set specific goals. For example, if you want to exercise more, set a schedule of what you will do and when. Make your goals measurable to keep you accountable. Make a list of pros and cons of why you’re mak ..read more

by MIKE HALL, Owner/Broker/Agent December in Kentucky is generally a bit cold and dreary but filled with love and warmth shown by the people in this community and the holiday season. Enjoy the sights and sounds with your friends and family this holiday with these events. You see the lights on homes, but have you experienced them underground? Drive through Louisville Mega Cavern’s Lights Under Louisville. Open through Jan. 1, 2024. Tickets start at $21.99 Ice skating, a holiday market, train rides, and other events encompass Fête de Noel at Paristown.   Experience the tale of Marie and he ..read more

By MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker Photo by Miguel A Amutio on Unsplash While Thanksgiving and Black Friday tend to consume November, there’s lots to do throughout the month. Whether you love nature, wine or books, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Arts Cirque Musica: On Nov. 28, be transported to the holiday wonderland in this musical journey of acrobatics and aerialists. Tickets range from $39 - $175. Louisville Book Festival: Founded in 2018, the Louisville Book Festival celebrates and promotes the love and benefits of reading, writing, and literacy. On Nov. 10 and 11 ..read more

Enjoy the smells, sights and sounds of these festivals and events by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker Gaslight Festival: From Sept. 10 – 17, the streets of Jeffersontown will host a variety of events and activities, including a motorcycle rally, golf scramble, 5k run/walk, parade, and car show. Pride Festival: On Sept. 9, celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at the Louisville Pride Foundation’s Pride Festival. The free street fair will host more than 150 vendors, two performance stages, a wellness zone, and the Zappos family area. Can’t make it on Sept. 9, check out the other activities all month long ..read more

Get your motor running throughout August by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker Or just enjoy the sites and sounds at the 54th annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals®. More than 10,000 street rods, custom cars, muscle cars and vintage cars roll into town on now through August 6 for the world’s largest automotive participation event. Seeing these brightly-colored hotrods on the interstates of Louisville and southern Indiana has been a long tradition with Louisville hosting the event for 29 years. Check out the exhibitors, kids zone, builders’ showcase, autocross and much more. If cars aren’t your thing, c ..read more

Louisvillians! Four ways to celebrate the Fourth and more this July by MIKE HALL, Owner/Agent/Broker  1.     Celebrate the United States’ Declaration of Independence at the annual Fourth of July celebration at Waterfront Park. Activities begin at 5 p.m. on July 4 on the great lawn and will include music from the Louisville Orchestra, food trucks, and of course fireworks. Want to celebrate but a bit more lowkey? Hop on a the Belle of Louisville for a fireworks cruise and watch the fireworks on the river.  2.     The longest-running, free Shakes ..read more