•WHY turns 5
Saturday, June 19
WHY Louisville
1583 Bardstown Road • 456-5400
Free; 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
It’s been five years since WHY Louisville opened their doors in the Highlands to clothe hipsters, teens, out-of-towners seeking souvenirs and everyone else proud to boast their hometown city across their chest. Although the store caught on quick and even relocated a few doors down, the concept has remained the same — a retail outlet for Louisville artists to showcase their work. “Not everyone can afford a piece of original art, but they can afford a T-shirt,” says owner Will Russell.
Saturday’s five-year anniversary party includes appearances by The Bearwolf, the friendly store mascot, as well as Abraham Lincoln and Col. Sanders impersonators. Why? Your guess is as good as mine. And while supplies last, you’ll get a free T-shirt with every purchase. —Sara Havens
•Kentuckiana Pride Festival
Saturday, June 19
Belvedere (5th & Main)
$5; noon-midnight
Features live music by Taylor Dayne, Crystal Waters, Jenn Stout, The Revenge of Ricky Williams, The Scarlet Veil, Most Wanted, The Galaxy Girls, Boyzz By Knight, The Amanda Lucas & Audrey Cecil Band, The Dollyrots and Sister Funk
•‘Girlfriends’
Sunday, June 20
Clifton Center
2117 Payne St. • 896-8480
$35; 6 p.m.
Contrary to the Beyonce-isms of our time, jazz vocalist Janis Carter seeks to portray herself and her fellow female singers as “girlfriends” rather than divas. She first produced an all-female jazz show in Las Vegas in 1995 and has performed around the country, pulling from a pool of about 15 women since then. Louisville is the first stop of this year’s tour, where she’ll perform alongside Robin Shaw and Tanita Gaines for a Father’s Day special and fundraiser for the Ebonaise Social & Civic Club. “It’s not just for women,” Carter says, “but jazz lovers, blues lovers, fashionistas and theater goers.” Expect covers of legendary jazz and blues singers, with a special tribute to all the dads in the house. —Jane Mattingly
•Cabo Wabo Summer Fling
Saturday, June 19
Central American Airways Hangar
Bowman Field
$10; 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
Features drinks, music, food and more. Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Kentucky.
•Birth in the Bluegrass
Saturday, June 19
Founders Union Building
U of L Shelby Campus
Free; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
This is Birth Care Network’s 8th annual childbirth conference and maternity expo – exhibits, vendors, speakers, refreshments, silent auction. Get one-on-one with the birth professionals in Kentuckiana as you plan your family.
•Wharf Fun Fest
Saturday, June 19
Waterfront Park Wharf/Belle of Louisville
574-2992
Free ($20 for the Belle); 7 p.m.-midnight
The Third Annual Wharf Fun Fest is free to the public and scheduled from 7pm – 12am. You can expect live entertainment featuring music by Edgewood, family fun activities, artist sketches and a photo booth. Beverages, food and souvenirs will be available for purchase.
Another choice for the evening will be to board the Belle of Louisville at 7:30 PM for a dance cruise from 8-11 PM, where J. D. Shelburne is the featured entertainment. Cruise tickets are available for purchase at $20/person, please call 502-574-2992.
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