Louisville Magazine

MAY 2012

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The Social Circuit May Events 5/2 X The Great Steamboat Race Party Benefits: Alzheimer's 5-11 p.m. Kingfish Restaurant The Mudd Sisters' 7th annual event features live music by The Louisville Crashers, a cash bar, hors d'oeuvres and dancing with DJ Glenn Smith. Guests must be 21 and older to attend. Tickets are $35/person; $30/prepaid groups of 5 and more; $40/door. For reservations or more information about this event, call 451- 4266 or email devin.roos@alz.org. 5/3 X 9th Annual Taste of the Oaks Benefits: Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Center/Easter Seals of Louisville 6-10 p.m. The Galt House Gather in the Grand Ballroom of The Galt House, where more than 50 different vendors will serve delicious cuisine, bourbons, wines, beers and specialty spirits. This event includes music by Crushed Velvet, door prizes, contests, silent auction items and celebrity visits! Tickets are $65/person; $750/table of 10. Dress is smart casual. For reservations or additional information, call Easter Seals at 584-9781 or visit eastersealslouisville.org. www.bighitmarathon.com 5/3 X Ferdinand's Ball Benefits: Old Friends 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. The Frazier Museum Derby weekend takes off running at this 3rd annual event inspired to help thoroughbred horses. This extravagant ball includes champagne and gourmet appetizers and live music in the Frazier's rooftop garden. Guests will also enjoy specialty bourbon balls, an open bar featuring bourbon tastings and music by The Louisville Crashers. Celebrity guests are known to make appearances as well. Dress is ties and cocktail attire. Tickets range from $100-$500. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ferdinandsballs.com or email ferdinandsball@gmail.com. [26] LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE 5.12 5/4 X Marriott Oaks Bourbon Brunch Benefits: Kosair Children's Hospital 8-10:30 a.m. Louisville Marriott Downtown Celebrity chef Guy Fieri is returning to host this 4th annual event. Along with Fieri, John Ramsey, host of WAVE 3's Listen Live, will emcee the brunch. Guests will be treated to a multi-course meal featuring bourbon-infused food, along with the opportunity to bid on some one-of-a-kind auction items. Tickets are $150/person; $1500/table. Corporate sponsorships are still available. To reserve a seat, call 629-KIDS or visit kosairchildrens.com/ marriottoaksbourbonbrunch. 5/5 X Silks in the Bluegrass Benefits: Operation Open Arms 7 p.m. Crowne Plaza Hotel Come enjoy this event featuring cocktails, dinner and entertainment by Felix Cavaliere's Rascals. Tickets are $250/person; $2,500/table of 10. Guests are encouraged to attend this event immediately after the track. Track and cocktail attire recommended. For reservations, call 777-6300. 5/11-5/13 X 17th Annual Gardeners' Fair & Silent Auction Benefits: Historic Locust Grove 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Historic Locust Grove This event features more than 70 popular exhibitors and artisans showing off their finest offerings and sharing a wealth of healthful tips. Guests will also enjoy a silent auction, delicious food and a tour of Locust Grove. Brunch will be offered on Sunday. Paid reservations are required. Admission is $5/adults; $3/children. For more information, call 897-9845 or visit locustgrove.org. 5/12 X Barkin' at the Brewpub 2012 Benefits: Saving Sunny & Kentucky Humane Society 1-8 p.m. Bluegrass Brewing Company This dog-themed event will feature local dog vendors, demonstrations, live music, a silent auction and, of course, BBC

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