News lifestyle 2008-05-02 Andanh.com

Reptiles, amphibians at Natural Bridge Thu, 01 May 2008 16:08 EDT

It is 150 miles from Churchill Downs to Natural Bridge State Resort Park, but this weekend, the distance is much greater.

Though more than 100,000 people are expected at the Downs for .the greatest two minutes in sports,. the park will draw a smaller crowd with the promise of .fun, photography and slime..

Herpetology Weekend is dedicated to the park's reptiles and amphibians. It has been drawing humans since at least 1992, said Brian Gasdorf, the park naturalist.

Generally, he said, the event draws two types.

You'll have plenty of company at celebration dinners Thu, 01 May 2008 16:11 EDT

If you need a reason to celebrate during the next few days, pick one of these: Derby on Saturday, University of Kentucky .graduation on Sunday, and Cinco de Mayo on Monday. Then, next weekend, May 11 is Mother's Day.

Here are some events and specials around town to accommodate those .celebrations:

Kentucky Derby: Three Suns Bistro in Nicholasville's Brannon Crossing will serve lamb with mint julep sauce as a .special on Friday and Saturday. Call (859) 245-0048 or visit www.threesunsbistro.com.

UK graduation:

All the essentials for a day at the track will fit in a purse Thu, 01 May 2008 08:31 EDT

All you need to enjoy a day at the Derby or the Oaks is a sense of adventure and a well-stocked purse.

With a few essential items, race-goers can thwart potential fashion disasters, such as chipped polish or blisters from those kicky new platform sandals, and leave the track a winner.

Lugging around a heavy tote is not the answer. A few key products tucked into a fashionable bag (perhaps one of the season's cute clutches) are all you need.

Just take note of the items banned by Churchill Downs (listed at right), including umbrellas and alcoholic beverages, and know that security can check anything you carry in.

First Friday events — 05/02/08

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