Bugs Bunny And The Looney Tunes Gang Featured at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
There’s something funny going on at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. A special exhibition entitled “Play Ball, Doc! – The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons” featuring legendary Looney Tunes’ characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester and Tweety opens April 5.
The exhibit includes more than 70 original drawings, paintings and related objects used in the making of Warner Bros. cartoons from the 1930s through the 1960s. The exhibit shows, step-by-step, how animated films were painstakingly drawn by hand, a process now performed by computers.
“This bright and lively exhibition showcases original, remarkable cartoon artwork and the lasting impact these cartoons have had on American culture,” said Anne Jewell, executive director of Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. “Warner Bros. and Louisville Slugger are classic American brands. It’s fitting for them to come together to produce such a fun experience.” The museum hosted a smaller version of the exhibit 10 years ago.
A special supplement for the show created exclusively for Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory spotlights original artwork from classic baseball-themed cartoons produced by Warner Bros. Like Bugs Bunny and his gang, baseball is an important and beloved cultural staple. The sport’s balance of good-natured fun and intense competition provided an ideal setup for the antics and battles of the Looney Tunes lot. The exhibit includes interactive elements for guests, such as a virtual home run derby with Bugs Bunny and fun photo opportunities.
Since 1930, the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons of Warner Bros. have entertained audiences of all ages with their wit and sophistication. Originally shown in movie theatres, the Warner Bros. cartoons developed new audiences with the rise of television in the 1950s.
The Warner Bros. studio’s rise to prominence on the animation front was confirmed with a People magazine poll, which named Bugs Bunny as “Best puppet or cartoon character,” as well as a TV Guide survey which named Bugs as the “Greatest Cartoon Character of All Time.”
Wyatt’s Year in Review Receives National Recognition
Wyatt, Tarrant Combs, LLP is pleased to announce that its “2012 Year in Review” was recognized at the national 2014 Your Honor Awards, presented by the Legal Marketing Association. The firm’s publication placed third in the “Promotional & Collateral Materials – Annual Report” category.
The Your Honor Awards is the longest-running annual national award program recognizing excellence in legal marketing. Each year, judges comb through hundreds of entries from law firms across the country looking for the best in each of 13 categories, ranging from web site design to media relations campaigns. This is the third time Wyatt’s Year in Review has won recognition from the Legal Marketing Association.
“We’re honored to receive this recognition from the Legal Marketing Association” said Franklin Jelsma, Wyatt’s Managing Partner. “We’re especially pleased that the judges noted the emphasis we placed on the success of our clients, as that is what defines us.”
Louisville Chef Pays Debt to Lexington Chef After Local Team Loses in Sweet 16
When University of Kentucky knocked out the University of Louisville in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game, AZUR Restaurant & Patio Executive Chef Jeremy Ashby won big, too. He bet Louisville Bristol Bar & Grille chef Bill Lynch an afternoon serving regular patrons and his special guest, former UK star Kenny “Sky” Walker, a special fried bird meal wearing Kentucky Blue. Thursday, Lynch made good on the bet. Wearing a Kentucky Final Four t-shirt, Lynch served Walker Ashby’s bourbon fried chicken, or “cardinal” as it was called for the day, in honor of Louisville’s mascot. Forcing a smile, Lynch complimented Walker’s alma mater and told him next year maybe it would go the other way.
As part of the bet, the chefs also raised nearly $500 for Blessings in a Backpack, a Kentucky-based charity that provides food for elementary school children who may otherwise have little or no food to eat on the weekends. The money will be split between schools the charity serves in Lexington and Louisville.
Feat of Louisville Partners With Field Elementary For Autism Awareness Month
The Autism Friendly Community Initiative coordinated by Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT) of Louisville is partnering with Field Elementary School to raise local Autism Awareness.
On Tuesday, April 8 at 10 a.m., Field Elementary students presented to their school information they have learned about Autism Spectrum Disorders and how they can help those students facing the challenges of Austism every day. Children with developmental disabilities are often not accepted or bullied in schools, but through awareness, FEAT and Field Elementary hope to change that in all schools.
Several members of the Autism Friendly Community Initiative were in attendance. “This is the first year that AFC has partnered with one of our elementary schools, and we certainly hope it will not be our last,” said Karla Gibbs, Director of FEAT of Louisville. “With Autism numbers on the rise, we must seek to raise awareness in our neighborhoods and schools. We must stand together as a community and speak for these children and families who faces the reality of Autism every day.
For more information, call 502.596.1258 or visit www.featoflouisville.org.
Moonshine University Hosts Craft to Cocktail Event at Distilled Spirits Epicenter
On Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m., Moonshine University will host “Craft to Cocktail: An Artisan Experience” at their educational distillery in downtown Louisville as part of the Kentucky Bourbon Affair. Bourbon enthusiasts will spend the evening mingling with distillers from the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour at Distilled Spirits Epicenter, 801 S. 8th St., while enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and live music. Guests will also have the unique opportunity to design their own custom cocktail mixer in the Flavorman beverage lab next door. The event is $100 per person and limited to 100 people.
Attendees will talk bourbon one-on-one with master distillers from across the state as they taste spirits from Barrel House Distilling Co., Corsair Artisan Distillery, Limestone Branch Distillery, Kentucky Artisan Distillery, MB Roland Distillery, The Old Pogue Distillery, Silver Trail Distillery, Wilderness Trace Distillery and Willett Distillery. A band will entertain the lively cocktail party until 10:30 p.m. Each guest will have a chance to visit Flavorman’s development lab, located adjacent to Distilled Spirits Epicenter, to work with an expert beverage architect to design and blend a custom cocktail mixer as a personalized party favor.
To buy a ticket, visit kybourbonaffair.com.
Talon Winery Competes in Final Four
Talon Winery is chosen by Wine Spectator Magazine’s own final four to represent Kentucky. As the Final Four men’s basketball teams competed for the top spot in basketball last weekend, wineries from Kentucky, Wisconsin, Florida and Connecticut also competed – for best wine.
Talon Winery sits on a beautiful 300-acre farm in Lexington, Ky., right in the heart of the Bluegrass State, home of the eight-time NCAA Men’s Basketball National Champion Kentucky Wildcats. Talon is surrounded by the lush greenery of horse farms which have been home to Kentucky Derby Thoroughbreds Real Quiet, Aptitude and Empire Maker. Talon’s tasting room, established in 1999, is located in the original historic farmhouse which was built in 1790, two years before Kentucky became a state separate from Virginia. Just down I-64, eight miles outside Louisville (home of the 2013 NCAA Champs, the Louisville Cardinals) Talon’s Shelby County tasting room, established in 2009, welcomes travelers from all over the state and beyond to enjoy a complete selection of Talon’s wines.
Voted Kentucky’s Best Grape Grower in 2007, just one year after accepting the position as Talon’s winemaker and vineyard manager, Kerry Jolliffe has continued to meticulously oversee the vines to ensure he always starts with only the finest fruit. Even though Kerry is always focused on the wine’s finish, he knows preparation and an eye for detail all season long will put his wines in the winner’s circle. Whether training Kentucky Derby winners, developing a championship basketball team, or making award-winning wines, every detail and every day is equally important.
Equine Artists Jaime Corum And Jeaneen Barnhart Team up For “Opposites Attract” Art Show at Gallery at The Brown
Gallery at the Brown will celebrate the Kentucky Derby season with the “Opposites Attract” art show beginning April 18. The exhibit will feature more than 20 pieces of work showcasing the opposing approaches of two renowned artists, Jaime Corum and Jeaneen Barnhart, as they paint equine subjects. The show will open Friday, April 18 with a wine and cheese reception from 6-8 p.m. “Opposites Attract” will run through June 1. Both the reception and show are open to the public and free.Gallery at The Brown features local artists to bring awareness to Kentucky’s visual arts scene. Located on the first floor of the Brown Hotel, Gallery at the Brown is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-9 p.m. and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Note: High resolution versions of “Horsepower” by Jeaneen Barnhart and “Time Traveler” by Jaime Corum are available upon request.
Jeaneen Barnhart is dedicated to the art of drawing on paper and creating works with diverse line and texture. Equine studies, male torsos and loving couples encompass her extensive repertoire. Barnhart’s work created an impact on Louisville’s nouveau art scene, which led to print and poster commissions for: 1994/1997 Kentucky Derby Festival, PGA Golf Experience, 1999 St James Court Art Show and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Ball Identity. She has also published several successful posters of her original works. For more information, visit www.artsocool.com.
Jaime Corum drew pictures of horses as a little girl. She still marvels at their grace and beauty. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Bellarmine University, Corum went on to obtain a Master’s of Fine Arts from the University of Kentucky. As a true Kentucky native, it is her own personal experience with horses that has inspired her equine art. She is currently a full-time artist living in Louisville. For more information, visit www.jaimecorum.com.
UPS to Honor Veterans For Thunder’s 25th Anniversary
For the second year in a row, UPS will fly one of its Boeing 767-300 aircraft in the Thunder Over Louisville Air Show. While all eyes will be on the smooth-flying, fuel-efficient UPS brown tail during the air show, the story behind the scenes will be about honoring United States Military Veterans.
From the planning of the Thunder flight to the preflight inspection, and including the flight itself, the UPS Thunder flight on April 12 will be organized and performed by UPS employees who are also proud military veterans.
“Having our veterans involved in every step of this event is a way to honor them for their service to our country and thank them for all they do for our company,” said UPS spokesman Mike Mangeot.” UPS has a longstanding commitment to UPSers who are veterans and those serving in the National Guard and Reserves. Their commitment to serving reflects strong ethics, integrity and work discipline that is aligned to values for which UPS people are so well known.”
Currently, UPS employs nearly 24,000 veterans around the world, including more than 2,000 in Kentuckiana. In 2013, UPS hired more than 13,000 veterans for full-time, part-time and seasonal jobs. UPS also supports employees who are currently serving, with nearly 900 employees currently on military leave from the company.
In addition to honoring veterans during the flight, UPS will also recognize veterans on the ground during Thunder Over Louisville. The company is hosting a party for select UPS veteran employees and family members, along with special honored guests from the military, including a group of Wounded Warriors from Fort Knox.
UPS is one of the six presenting sponsors of Thunder Over Louisville, and the longest running sponsor. This is the 24th consecutive year that UPS has been involved in the show. They join Horseshoe Southern Indiana, KentuckyOne Health, LG&E, Valero and Meijer as presenting sponsors of the 2014 Thunder Over Louisville fireworks and air show.
Norton Healthcare to Partner With The Parklands in 2014
21st Century Parks, operator of The Parklands of Floyds Fork, Louisville’s newest public park system, is excited to announce a new health and wellness partnership with Norton Healthcare.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Norton Healthcare as our exclusive healthcare partner in 2014,” said Dan Jones, 21st Century Parks Chairman and CEO, “Norton Healthcare brings knowledge, expertise and resources to the table to help us achieve our mutual goal to positively impact health and wellness in the Louisville area.”
The partnership is three-tiered and expands upon an established relationship involving Bike to Beat Cancer. The new sponsorship begins with The Parklands “Get Outside and Play Series,” offering monthly hike, bike and paddling events that not only incorporate guided interpretation of the landscape and natural history, but now include fitness and wellness initiatives and information. These family-focused events include activities for all ages. Most events are offered free of cost, with specialized interpretive events requiring a $5 fee for participants who are not Parklands Members. To learn more about Parklands Membership, a program designed to support the annual operations of The Parklands of Floyds Fork, visitTheParklands.org/Member.
Norton Healthcare will also sponsor The Parklands Spring Fling on May 10, a family-friendly event that showcases all there is to see and do in Beckley Creek Park. Thanks to Norton Healthcare’s partnership, the event will now include a Wellness Fair and children’s activities, including a 1k Fun Run. More information regarding this event will be shared in the coming weeks.
Additionally, Norton Healthcare is helping to increase health education for local youth through The Parklands’ Outdoor Classroom. Healthy activities as well as fitness and nutrition information will become a part of the curriculum for the more than 5,000 students kindergarten to 12th grade who attend field trips and other educational programs at The Parklands.
“Norton Healthcare is excited to partner with The Parklands to develop this expanded service and resource for the community,” said Lynnie Meyer, chief development officer, Norton Healthcare. “We have really stepped up our efforts to help our 12,000 employees make healthy choices and place an emphasis on fitness and preventive care. We are perfectly aligned with the upcoming events and the long term benefits the park offers.”
The partnership officially kicks off with an April 12 Family Fit Program involving paddling and fishing on Floyds Fork in Beckley Creek Park. This event is free and open to the public but registration is necessary. To register and for a full listing of the “Come Outside and Play Series” presented by Norton Healthcare, visit TheParklands.org/Events.