MONDAY
Book Discussions at LFPL Louisville Free Public Library, Downtown and Middletown Free | 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. If youre into comic books, head to the downtown library at 6 p.m. for a group discussion of the crime comics of Ed Brubaker, who is known for his modern-noir comics. Or, if you are more into novels, you can join a discussion at 7 p.m. in the Middletown library with Author Terry Chambers. Chambers is a Kentucky author who will be discussing her latest book, Rose Island, about the abandoned amusement park in Charlestown State Park. To learn more about Rose Island, read LEO’s article: “Chase the ghosts of Rose Island, take a walk back in time.”
TUESDAY
On the Record with Ryland Barton: Andy Beshear Mile Wide Beer Co. Free | 6-7:15 p.m. On the Record is a program by Kentucky Public Radio that aims to have laid-back conversations about the latest in Kentucky politics with newsmakers, decision-makers and influencers regardless of their political affiliation. This month features a discussion with KPRs Capitol Bureau Chief Ryland Barton, and Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear.
Vinyl Nite Poorcastle Appreciation Month Galaxie Free | 8 p.m. Vinyl Nite is hosting a full month of Poorcastle Appreciation-themed nights. Guest DJs/Poorcastle performers include Mosquito and Stagecoach Inferno on June 12, RMLLW2LLz and DS on June 19 (also a Juneteenth celebration) and Future Killer on June 26. But dont let that stop you from bringing your own favorite records to spin.
WEDNESDAY
UofL Jazz Night with Taylor Nelson Trio Jimmy Cant Dance Free | 5-11 p.m. Enjoy live jazz at one of the coolest jazz clubs in the city, Jimmy Cant Dance. Its UofL Jazz Night, where happy hour is between 5-7 p.m., and lasts all night for service industry folk, and the live music by the Taylor Nelson Trio from 8-11 p.m.
THURSDAY
Hard Rock Cafe Birthday Hard Rock Cafe No cover | 11 a.m.-Noon In 1971, the first Hard Rock Cafe was opened in London. This Thursday, to celebrate that birthday, Louisvilles Hard Rock Cafe is serving up Legendary Burgers for 71 cents. The special lasts from 11 a.m.-noon and will also feature live music and entertainment.
Louis Sell, U.S. Foreign Service Louisville Free Public Library, downtown Free (tickets required) | 7 p.m. As you already know, things between the U.S. and Russia arent great right now. But this isnt new, and veteran U.S. Foreign Service officer Louis Sell is coming to Louisville to trace the history of U.S.-Soviet relations between 1972 and 1991, and explain how the fall of the Soviet Union led to the rise of Vladimir Putin. Sell will be interviewed by UofL political science Professor Charles Ziegler.
The Spins | TV on the Radio Against The Grain Brewery Free (RSVP required) | 8-10 p.m. Listen to the sounds of Return to Cookie Mountain, the second LP from Brooklyn art-rockers TV On The Radio. RSVP for a chance to win this special Vinyl Me, Please edition of the record and other prizes. Clay Baker is hosting trivia that night as well, with a raffle for a chance to win the featured album.
Twilight Thursdays Churchill Downs $3 | 5 p.m. Win big bucks (if youre lucky) during this nighttime thoroughbred racing event at the track. There are $1 beers from 5-8 p.m., live music by Aaron Bibelhauser and RELIC, lawn games that include snookball and corn hole and food from Marks Feed Store, Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs, 502 Cafe and Steel City Pops.
FRIDAY
Girls Rock Louisville 2018 Summer Camp Showcase Zanzabar $5 | 6 p.m. Each year, Girls Rock Louisville holds a summer camp, aiming to empower girls and gender-nonconforming youths through music. During that time, the instructors encourage the campers to form bands and write songs. After the camp, the newly-formed bands play their freshly-written songs in public. This year, nine of those bands will play a few songs at Zanzabar on Friday. Its a great concept from an important organization. Scott Recker
2018 Kentuckiana PRIDE Parade and Concert (June 1516) Various locations Free-$10 | 7-11 p.m. Head to the corner of Market and Preston Street for the start of this years Kentuckiana PRIDE Parade. The parade will travel north on Preston, east on River Road and continue to the festival site at the Big Four Lawn. The concert costs $10 and features live music on three stages, with acts that include Big Freedia, Bridge 19 and Brandon Stansell. And after that, head to PLAY Louisville for the official Pride After Party with foam and the sounds of Big Freedia with guest DJ VJ Stretch. The first 300 people with Pride wristbands get in free.
This article appears in June 6, 2018.