Take the scenic parkways to the Louisville Zoo! Visit the polar bears and sea lions at the new Glacier Run, splash in the water park, and feed a lorikeet. These are all hands-on-activities that will delight kids and grownups alike.
How to Find a National Park Site Near You
May 14, 2014 by
Whether you're seeking fresh air, exercise, or an educational outing, the U.S. National Park Service has you covered. With a presence in all 50 states, the National Park Service comprises 401 monuments, parks, historical points of interest, battlefields, scenic trails, and of course, the White House.
Curious what national parks exist near you? The U.S. National Park Service hosts an interactive park map on its website. You can search parks by activity, name, location, and topic, or if you prefer, you can simply click your state to browse national park sites in your area. Clicking your state will lead you to an interesting "By the Numbers" feature that lists your state's total number of parks, plus statistical data regarding visitors and tourist dollars from the previous fiscal year.
For supplementary info, visit the National Parks Conservation Association's website to find a similar map.
Find a Park [National Park Service]
Exploring Our Parks [National Parks Conservation Association]
Well Worth the Visit!!
May 12, 2014 by
You already know Bernheim is a beautiful place to connect with nature, but did you know that you can help preserve our landscape for future generations while soaking up the sun and playing in the dirt? Volunteers are a vital part of helping us fulfill our mission of connecting people with nature. As the weather gets warmer, we will need even more help. There are several opportunities for you to get involved.
Visit the website for more information.
Peer Into the Life of a Famous Inventor at The Thomas Edison House
May 8, 2014 by
When Thomas Edison came to Louisville in 1866 to work for the Western Union, little did the 19-year-old know that almost 150 years later, people would be touring the home in which he resided during his stay. Located in Butchertown, The Thomas Edison House serves as a museum and place to find such items as cylinder and disc phonographs and the first home motion picture projector.
A knowledgeable staff member may lead visitors on a tour through the small brick house and talk about many of Edison’s inventions. You can browse the extensive collection, which includes pictures, light bulbs, and a chronology of Edison’s life. You’ll find the artifacts organized in glass displays amongst pale yellow walls and green patterned wallpaper. Beyond visiting hours, the museum has hosted such events as barbecues, book signings, and parties to celebrate Thomas Edison’s birthday—complete with a light bulb cake, of course.
The Thomas Edison House
729-731 East Washington Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 585-5247
www.edisonhouse.org/ThomasEdisonHouse/Welcome/tabid/1353/Default.aspx
www.yelp.com/biz/thomas-edison-house-louisville
Enhance your Thursday!
May 8, 2014 by
We have some riddles to enhance your Thursday!
-You throw away the outside, and cook the inside. Then you eat the outside, and throw away the inside. What did you eat?
-What can you catch, but not throw?
-What travels around the world, but stays in one spot?
Mother’s Day
May 6, 2014 by
Avana Southgate wants to wish every mom out there a very Happy Mother's Day Weekend!!
Get a Taste of Nostalgia at Schimpff’s Confectionery
May 1, 2014 by
Just across the Ohio River, less than three miles outside of Louisville, resides Schimpff’s Confectionery, one of the nation’s oldest, family-owned candy business still in operation.
Schimpff’s Confectionery is known for caramel covered marshmallows, called Modjeskas, and of course, for their signature cinnamon Red Hots, which have been sold at the shop since its opening in 1891. The shop is also famous for the candy fish that are still made the old-fashioned way: on drop roll machines.
The way they make their candy fish isn’t the only nostalgic charm the confectionery maintains. Schimpff’s still boasts its original tin ceiling, keeps candy in old fashioned jars, and serves drinks from a 1950s soda fountain. You can gain an even bigger appreciation for candy by watching a live candy-making demonstration or by visiting the shop’s candy museum, one of the few left in the United States.
Schimpff’s Confectionery
347 Spring Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
(812) 283-8367
www.schimpffs.com
www.yelp.com/biz/schimpffs-confectionery-jeffersonville
Resident Referrals!!
May 1, 2014 by
It's a great time to invite your friends and family to become your neighbors!!
Kentucky Derby Museum!
April 30, 2014 by
When you visit the Kentucky Derby Museum you will find yourself immersed in the next best thing to actually being at the Derby! Our exhibits will take you through the journey from the birth of the foal to the winner's circle. Find yourself in the middle of Kentucky Derby week activities and Derby traditions!
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