If you’re searching for a good book, Carmichael’s Community Book Club suggests adding The Dutch House by Ann Patchett to your reading list. Bri Esposito, former event and marketing coordinator for Carmichael’s, shares her thoughts about this book. What have you learned from … [Read more...] about Get Cozy with a Book
Travel and Daytrips
What Her “Retirement” Day Looks Like
When Diane Porter retired in 2009 after a 39-year career with Jefferson County Public Schools, she planned to follow the advice of those who retired before her and take at least three months to “do nothing.” She didn’t last long. Before the end of the first month, at the urging … [Read more...] about What Her “Retirement” Day Looks Like
Some Additions to Your Car to Make it Easier to Drive
Are there any tools to make things easier? Newer cars have helpful technology that benefits drivers of all ages. If a driver veers out of the lane or doesn’t keep hands on the steering wheel, the wheel vibrates. When using cruise control, the car can automatically slow when … [Read more...] about Some Additions to Your Car to Make it Easier to Drive
Some Great Events Not to Miss
The Marriage of Figaro Kentucky Opera Composed in 1786 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Marriage of Figaro is an opera buffa (comic opera) in four acts. With a storyline that rivals the best of the best of American soap operas (revenge, disguise, love, trickery, + a wedding … [Read more...] about Some Great Events Not to Miss
Working with Wood is a Meditation of Sorts…
Let us introduce you to the rhythmic and meditative skill of fine woodworking. Ted Harlan has been using hand tools to fashion pieces for almost 30 years. His student Louie Prestigiacomo, is new to the craft and enjoys creating useful items by hand. Louie Prestigiacomo is no … [Read more...] about Working with Wood is a Meditation of Sorts…