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HELP FOR THE HELPERS
In an era of tight resources for social-service agencies, a number of Louisville’s caregiving organizations are rising above the limitations to build badly needed new programs and facilities.
by Christopher Hall

PARTY ARTY
As the workweek ends on the opening Friday evening of each month, thousands of local art lovers and merrymakers gear up and head down to the always-hoppin’ First Friday Gallery Hop.
by Jack Welch

PEOPLE TO WATCH
Some of these 15 talented individuals are new to Louisville and some are old hands. Some are in the arts and sciences and some are in business, sports and media. But all are doing impressive things worthy of our attention.

EDITOR'S LETTER — FALL GUY
Our president, often described as the leader of the free world, seemed to be pouring oil on the flames of his conflict with enemies abroad.

SARAH LYON — PHOTOGRAPHER
Lyon, 28, an Oldham County native and graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, first had the idea as she traveled cross-country by motorcycle in 2003.

GHOST HUNTER ROBIN WALLACE
I loved being scared and having fun at the same time.

GREEN DREAM COME TRUE
The pretty spot has become a haven for dog-walkers and children looking for a swing set, and even those who just want to sit in solitude and enjoy the surroundings.

BRAIN CANDY
There is a lot more to candy than meets the taste buds.

MEETING OF THE MINDS
Hey, what’s the big idea? It’s the Louisville-hosted International IdeaFestival.

SMILLIE'S PICKS
If opera-going has not been part of your Louisville arts diet, this is the time to change.

A TREND WITH LEGS
Leggings and tights are this fall’s fashion craze for all ages, from preschool to grandmother, in shades of gray, brown, green, red and black.

THE VAGARIES OF IN VITRO
Having endured the setbacks and uncertainties between infertility and in vitro success, these parents want to help pave the rough road they took for other childless couples.

HOME & DESIGN — IN LIVING COLOR
This Crestwood couple transformed the interior of their split-level ranch into a potpourri of vibrant contemporary tones and furnishings.

DESIGN FINDS — REEF MADNESS
Whether it’s become a cause célèbre because it’s endangered worldwide or just a marketing trend, coral — real or faux — has been a hot concept in home design lately.

HOME & DESIGN — GARAGE GRANDEUR
Luxury living has taken up residence not only in American homes, but also in their garages.

HOME & DESIGN — GREAT GARAGE GIZMOS
Bike storage, laser guided parking assistance and more.

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT — MARVIN L. DYER III
"I want my spaces to reflect my clients’ tastes and personalities. It’s not about what I love. It’s about what they love."

DINING IN — SOME LIKE EM' HOT
These cheese-stuffed, bacon-wrapped, grilled jalapeños will satisfy your party guests — and put some fire into your life.

HIGH HEAT, LOW ALCOHOL
Southwestern-style cooking brims with flavors that are too bold or fiery for many wines.

DINING OUT — VOLARE
The sterling plates and service at Frankfort Avenue’s Volare prove that you don’t need Italian-born chefs and management to provide the best of that country’s cuisine.

DINING OUT — DITTO'S GRILL
By now something of a neighborhood institution, Ditto’s Grill has operated in the Highlands for 17 years.

END INSIGHT — UNDEAD TO THE WORLD
For most women, the day after Thanksgiving is the biggest shopping day of the year. But for me, it’s November 1 – the day after Halloween.