Issue #1 │ May 2015
E-news of the NuLu Business Association
WELCOME TO THE FIRST NULU
NEWSLETTER!
GILL HOLLAND
The NuLu Business Association is a committed and vibrant group of property
owners, business owners, local residents and even non-local supporters who
are advocating for continued positive change in our area. This newsletter is
another great step towards continuing to get the word out about all the good
things happening here in our district in Louisville, KY. We are a dues-supported
volunteer organization, with elected officers and a strong board, and we need
your input and ideas for stories for future editions.
We aim to make this a monthly newsletter and to re-purpose many of the stories
herein so they can live on our website www.nulu.org.
Our strategic vision for NuLu is four-fold: to develop a sustainable pedestrian
oriented landscape, to promote living in, eating in and visiting NuLu, strengthen
our partnership with Metro government and promoting NuLu as the coolest and
greenest arts district in the country. We are making great strides in all four areas
and look forward to working with you to keep up the positive momentum! ▪
PHOENIX HILL NULU
FARMER’S MARKET
The Phoenix Hill NuLu Farmers'
Market will open for its 9th Season
on Tuesday, May 19. The Farmers'
Market will be open every Tuesday
from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the parking
lot of Fresh Start Growers Supply
(1007 E. Jefferson St.) through the
end of October. Our vendors include
Barr Farms, Brooks Farm, Eastward Gardens, Groce Family Farm, Rootbound
Farm, Full Heart Farm, Nancy's Bagels and Stonecross Farm cheeses. Plan to
come each Tuesday for your fresh produce, fruit, meat, eggs, baked goods,
granola, jams/jellies/relishes, bagels, cheese and so much more. There is lots of
free parking and easy access to the vendors. The Market accepts EBT and
Senior Nutrition Program vouchers. Like us on Facebook, "Phoenix Hill NuLu
Farmers' Market", or email us at [email protected] to be put on
our weekly email list. ▪
YOGA IN NULU!
The St. John NuLu Theatre will host Yoga beginning in June. Lisa Flannery
has been teaching for 15 years—she is fully insured and certified. Register by
May 28th by calling (502) 587.1653 or email [email protected].
WHEN Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 12-12:30pm COST 4 weeks $40
WHERE 629 E. Market St. (third building from the corner of Clay & E. Market)
FIRST FRIDAY HOP│MAY 1ST │6PM
St. John United Church of Christ will be open to the public for tours of their
Gothic sanctuary with stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings. Are you
getting married? This is a great time to view the sanctuary for your wedding.
Featured Artists: Debbie Middleton, Maria Napoli, Gerry James (Explore KY),
Heather Lush and Chad O’Bryan│Outdoor Music: Dan Perry
St. John NuLu Theatre will have a FREE concert!
saintjohnucc.com
6:00pm Jon Shockley │ 7:30pm Ari Mac │ 8:30pm Manic Methed ▪
MAY SPECIALS AT
THE MAYAN CAFE:
FEATURING
ASPARAGUS!
WINE $10 glass │ $33 bottle
Mayu Carmenere-Syrah blend, Chile
APPETIZER $9
Asparagus Salad | greens |
hydroponic tomatoes | pepitas |
radishes | blue cheese dressings
ENTRÉE $28
Beef tenderloin | pipian rojo mole |
grilled asparagus | grits ▪
LINKS
VISIT US ON FACEBOOK!
NULU WEBSITE
www.nulu.org
TWITTER
https://twitter.com/nululouisville
INSTAGRAM
https://instagram.com/nuluofficial
FIRST FRIDAY HOP
http://www.firstfridayhop.com/
NULU ART PROJECT
www.carmansite.com/our-environment
STREETSCAPE PLANS
http://www.carmansite.com/nulu
TIM CROWDER │ "BEAUTY AND PURPOSE" │ APRIL 3 - MAY 29, 2015
PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS, ASSEMBLAGE AND SCULPTURE
"There is the idea in modern design that it’s good if it functions perfectly. And from that it is beautiful. It’s also a Platonic idea
that if it functions well it is good. I translated this idea to art more or less... If the form is useful, then it’s beautiful. Adolf Loos
once said that you should never paint an object with a color that it has naturally, like a wooden door should never be painted
brown." *
"It doesn't matter what the art looks like but how it’s used." ** --Franz West
Tim Crowder begins from Franz West's utilitarian, anti-aesthetic impulse to make delicate, skillfully crafted works that question
and lament some of our most politically charged manipulations of the natural world.
This is Crowder's second solo show with garner narrative. Resume available here: http://www.garnernarrative.com/
TimCrowderresume.docx
*from "Waking Up With Zombies: An Interview with Franz West" by Tom Eccles for the Baltimore Museum of Art
**from "Designers for a Day: Sculptors Take a Turn" by Roberta Smith, New York Times, Sept. 10, 2004 ▪
NULU'S 2015 SPRING FLING │ May 9th, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Whether you're looking to spruce up your home with new decor, add some spring/summer fashion to your closet, or eat
some amazing food we've got you covered. Local retailers will be offering discounts and specials to save you money all
while enjoying our amazing community at the NuLu Spring Fling!
RELLEK
BEATS & EATS AT DECCA
Just in time for Derby.
Rellek
has
handmade
horseshoe art by local artist.
These one of a kind pieces
are easily hung and can
even go outside. They also
make great centerpieces for
your Derby party. Stop in
and get yours before they
are gone! ▪
Thursday, May 21 – 10:30pm
A monthly series, Decca offers late night food
and music built around various takes on the
world’s best street foods, with a hip-hop
soundtrack.
This month features a menu from the East
Indies and hip-hop instrumentals. ▪
REVELRY
I wanted to share some exciting news with you.
WHAT: Revelry has hired our first full-time employee—we’re so excited!
WHEN: Officially hired last week.
WHO: Molly Huffman of Sedona, AZ is going to serve as Revelry’s Gallery Director.
HOW: This is extremely exciting for Revelry as it marks our consistent growth since
the big move into the NuLu neighborhood. The new location has helped catapult
the success of local artists and our small business into a promising future.
Molly earned her Bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Leadership and Management from
Arizona State University. While she is native to Arizona, Molly’s family connections
in Louisville sparked her interest to relocate and she fell in love with our city immediately.
Revelry owner Mo McKnight Howe hired Molly based on three main characteristics which Molly lives and breathes everyday;
Positivity, Creativity, and Vision.
“Revelry has filled my life with more creativity and happiness than I ever could have hoped for. I’m honored to represent the
immense talent surrounding the wonderful city of Louisville.” -Molly Huffman, Revelry gallery director
In addition to being Revelry’s Gallery Director, Molly is an extremely talented photographer. You can view her work on the
website below and in person at Revelry. www.mollyhuffmanphotography.com ▪
LUCILLE GRANT PARK
FUNDRAISER
The Phoenix Hill Neighborhood Association
is holding a fundraiser for its neighborhood
park—Lucille Grant Park. Appalatin in the
Park is on Sunday, May 17 from 5:00 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m. at Lucille Grant Park (1000 E.
Liberty Street). The suggested donation is
$10/person or $25/family, though any
amount large or small will be accepted. We
are raising money for a new playset for 2 5 year olds. Food & drink will be available
for sale from Big E's Southern "Q". Be
sure to bring your own chairs or blanket.
For more info., call (502) 262.7194, or
email [email protected].
Rain location is 800 E. Liberty Street. ▪
HIGHBALLS ON HIGH
AT COPPER & KINGS:
MAY 29
Highballs on High will be an
elevated Cocktail & Food Pairing
event on the SkyDeck. Asian tapas
will be paired with Copper &
Kings signature Highball cocktails.
A limited number of reservations
available. For more details visit:
www.copperandkings.com. ▪
A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE NULU BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
RICK MURPHY (History with input from Rev. Seiﬀertt, Trudy Miller, Joe Ley and Bill Marzian)
In 1990, Joe Ley, of Joe Ley Antiques, approached local business and property owners to join him in signing a petition to
the City of Louisville to create a plan for dealing with vagrancy, theft and panhandling in the area.
This group met several times and eventually signed and presented their petition to the City of Louisville and in response, the
City sent Carol Hensley, from Neighborhood and Economic Development, as the City liaison to help with addressing problems
in the area. Carol suggested that by forming a neighborhood association, the group could exert more influence on local
government. She was instrumental in assisting with the formation of the original neighborhood association. As many of you
know, Carol became Executive Director of the Main Street Association.
In early 1991, The East Downtown Business Association was formed and officially registered with the State of Kentucky.
Some of the founding members were Luckett Davidson, Cleve Gatchel, Pat Gittings, Stuart Goldberg, Billy Hertz, Roy Hunt,
Joe Ley, Trudy Miller, Brad Ogden, Russ Raque, Rev. Gordon Seifert and Barbara Smith. Some of these names you will
recognize as still active members in the Association.
Several years ago the organization’s name was changed to the East Market District Association and recently to the NuLu
Business Association.
Although the word “Business” has always appeared in the group’s name, the Association has had a residential component
within the group and residents have an equal share in voting on issues that matter to the entire neighborhood.
Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month and they are open to the public.
Association trivia: Our presidents in order of service were Russ Raque, Barbara Smith, Billy Hertz, Rev. Gordon Seifert,
Thelma Dunlevy, Brad Ogden, Bill Marzian and currently serving in that position is Gill Holland. ▪
COPPER & KINGS SPRING AND
SUMMER TOUR SCHEDULE
For Spring & Summer, Copper & Kings is
open for public touring Thursday-Mondays from
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., with hours extended to 9 p.m.
on Fridays. Our tours are $10, begin on the
hour & finish with a rooftop sampling of our
Brandy & Absinthe. A signature takeaway glass
is included. Reservations can be made via our
website: www.copperandkings.com ▪
WANT TO JOIN THE NULU BUSINESS ASSOCIATION?
$100 Businesses │ $50 Non-Profit Organizations │ $25 Individuals/Resident
For more information, please contact Ina Miller: [email protected]
Meetings are held in the Parish Hall of St. John United Church of Christ on the 2nd Wednesday of every month
(the Hall is the third building from the corner of Clay and E. Market streets)
NuLu Business Association Board of Directors President Gill Holland • Vice President Rick Murphy • Secretary Ina Miller
Treasurer Bud Simmons • Board Members Gordon Brown, Mike Maloney, Bill Marzian, Chuck Swanson,
Trudy Miller, Phil Dearner, Joyce Garner, Jeff Rawlings, Scott Howe, Rebecca Matheny.
NEW NULU MAPS!
Get your copy at http://nulu.org/events/trolley-hop/.