French artist Linda Le Kinff is internationally recognized. Her paintings can be found in galleries and museums across Europe, and her serigraphs are widely collected in the US and Canada. Ms. Le Kinff’s 2010 Kentucky Derby artwork features the winning horse and jockey about to approach the Winner’s Circle, but taking a moment for their admiring fans. She is regarded for her vibrant use of color and strong line, demonstrated in this charming rendition of the 136th Run for the Roses.

Available for purchase at A Taste of Kentucky.

Looking for something to do for New Years Eve? Churchill Downs will be hosting simuclast during the day with 1$ Drafts Happy Hour strating at 4 p.m.

Churchill Downs will have a presale of advanced Oaks and Derby tickets January 6, 2010. There are a limited amount of ticket packages (3,000) for this online event. These special packages are two day packages (Oaks and Derby). The drawback to this online event, you must use a Visa credit or debt card to pay.

Churchill Downs has announced one of the largest concerts Louisville has ever seen. The concert is to take place July 23-25 2010. Louisville will play host to:

• Bon Jovi
• Doobie Brothers
• Gladys Knight
• B 52s
• The O’Jays
• Colbie Caillat
• Richard Marx
• Gloriana
• Sam Bush
• Chrisette Michele
• Kenny Chesney
• Jason Aldean
• Al Green
• Michael McDonald
• John Kay & Steppenwolf
• Gov’t Mule
• Joan Osborne
• Musiq Soulchild
• War
• Dave Matthews Band
• Zac Brown Band
• Steve Miller Band
• Dwight Yoakam
• Loretta Lynn
• The Black Crowes
• Kansas
• 38 Special
• Taj Mahal

Churchill Downs has now made it easier to purchase racing event tickets through an integrated online box office, tickets.churchilldowns.com. This online box office allows purchasers to choose their exact seating locations.

The site currently has the following events for sale or information available:

• Reserved Seating for Oaks and Derby 2010
• Infield Club
• General Admission
• Dawn at the Downs
• Skye Terrace
• Downs after Dark
• HullabaLOU tickets
• Breeders Cup

Looks like the Night Racing from Churchill Downs is here to stay. With the enormous amount of crowds how could they not continue the event? The link below will take you to an article from USA Today that describes the current progress of the events.  http://www.usatoday.com/sports/horses/2009-09-28-churchill-downs-lights_N.htm

Churchill Downs has yet to release any specifics concerning the events for next season. Check back for updates!

The Kentucky Derby 136 logo has been released. Updates with product details too come soon!

Just can not stay away from Churchill Downs? Great news for you, Churchill Downs fall meet begins November 1, 2009. This means that the live racing will be back!

The following was found on www.churchilldowns.com. Below the stakes schedule lists the November events. Check out the great offer for Millionaires Row 6 and the Dress to Impress Happy Hour.

CHURCHILL DOWNS FALL STAKES SCHEDULE (NOV. 1-28)
Date    Race (Grade)    Division    Distance (surface)
Nov. 1    STARS OF TOMORROW I
$100,000-added Pocahontas (GIII)    2 YO fillies    Mile
$100,000-added Iroquois (GIII)    2 YO    Mile
Nov. 6    $100,000-added Ack Ack Handicap (GIII)    3 YO & up    Mile
Nov. 7    $150,000-added Chilukki (GII)    F & M 3 & up    Mile
Nov. 14    $175,000-added Mrs. Revere (GII)    3 YO fillies    1 1/16 m (T)
Nov. 15    $100,000-added Commonwealth Turf (GIII)    3 YO    1 1/16 m (T)
Nov. 21    $100,000-added Cardinal Handicap (GIII)    3 YO & up    1 1/8 m (T)
Nov. 26    $150,000-added Falls City Handicap (GII)    F & M 3 & up    1 1/8 m
Nov. 27    $400,000-added Clark Handicap Presented by      Norton Healthcare (GII)    3 YO & up    1 1/8m
Nov. 27    $100,000-added River City Handicap (GIII)    3 YO & up    1 1/8 m (T)
Nov. 28    STARS OF TOMORROW II
$150,000-added Golden Rod (GII)    2 YO fillies    1 1/16 m
$150,000-added Kentucky Jockey Club (GII)    2 YO    1 1/16 m
(T) – Turf  F & M – Fillies and mares YO – year-olds  m – Mile(s)

November Events:

Daybreak at the Downs

Nov 1 2009 – 8:00am Nov 8 2009 – 8:00am Nov 15 2009 – 8:00am Nov 22 2009 – 8:00am

Join racing analyst Jill Byrne on the racetrack apron every Sunday morning of the Fall Meet from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

This is your chance to view morning workouts and an excellent behind the scenes look into Thoroughbred racing.

Jill Byrne will be on hand each morning to discuss what is happening on the track and answer any questions you may have about racing in general.

Stars of Tomorrow Handicapping Seminar

Nov 1 2009 – 9:00am – Nov 1 2009 – 11:30am

We’re aiming to take the mystery out of handicapping two-year-old horses and, hopefully, help you pick next year’s Oaks and Derby winners!

9:00 a.m. – Arriving through Gate 1, go to the Paddock Pavilion for registration and a delicious breakfast including eggs, sausage, Danish, juice and coffee.

Calendar Giveaway

Nov 1 2009 – 11:30am

The sound of the “Call to the Post” is back again in Louisville and what better way to kick it off, than to receive the new 2010 Churchill Downs Calendar!

The first 5,000 patrons through the gates will receive a calendar featuring classic Churchill Downs and Kentucky Derby images.

Call to the Post on Millionaires Row 6

Nov 1 2009 – 11:35am Nov 6 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 6 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 8 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 8 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 13 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 13 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 14 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 14 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 15 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 15 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 20 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 20 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 21 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 21 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 22 2009 – 11:35am – Nov 22 2009 – 6:00pm

Racing fans can pit their handicapping skill against the best Louisville has to offer each Wednesday and Sunday starting November 1st of the 2009 Fall Meet.

“Who’s the Champ?” Handicapping Tournament Qualifier

Nov 1 2009 – 11:35am Nov 4 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 4 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 8 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 8 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 11 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 11 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 15 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 15 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 18 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 18 2009 – 6:00pm

Racing fans can pit their handicapping skill against the best Louisville has to offer each Wednesday and Sunday starting November 1st of the 2009 Fall Meet.

Win Jill Byrne’s Money!

Nov 5 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 5 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 12 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 12 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 19 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 19 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 26 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 26 2009 – 6:00pm

Don’t miss out on your chance to go head-to-head with Churchill Downs racing analyst Jill Byrne for a chance to win some serious cash!

One lucky patron will be invited to challenge Jill Byrne in four races each Thursday. For each race that the challenger’s race selection places ahead of Byrne’s selection, Jill will hand over $100 cash!

College Schollarship Day

Nov 6 2009 – 11:29am – Nov 6 2009 – 6:00pm

Show your college ID for free admission and register to win one of ten $1,000 scholarships to be given away after each of the day’s races. (Full-time students only. Must be present to win.)

The first 500 students to register will receive a free “Lucky Shirt” sponsored by KTA & Grays College Bookstor.

Breeders’ Cup Simulcast

Nov 6 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 7 2009 – 7:00pm

Join us at Churchill Downs to catch all of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships taking place at Santa Anita. We’ll be simulcasting all Breeders’ Cup races live throughout the facility all day Friday and Saturday.

The Breeders’ Cup World Championships will return to Churchill Downs in 2010!

Dress to Impress Happy Hours

Nov 6 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 6 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 13 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 13 2009 – 6:00pm Nov 20 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 20 2009 – 6:00pm

Join us at Churchill Downs for our popular Dress to Impress Happy Hours this Fall Meet.

“Who’s the Champ?” Breeders’ Cup Fall Prep Challenge Finals

Nov 6 2009 – 11:31am – Nov 6 2009 – 1:00pm Nov 22 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 22 2009 – 6:00pm

The finals for the “Who’s the Champ?” Breeders’ Cup Fall Prep Challenge will feature races from the Breeders’ Cup World Championships on Friday and Saturday. Finalists should return their entry forms to the Twin Spires Club booth at least fifteen minutes prior to the first contest race.

Get in the Game with Jill Byrne

Nov 7 2009 – 12:00pm – Nov 7 2009 – 12:25pm Nov 14 2009 – 12:00pm – Nov 14 2009 – 12:25pm Nov 21 2009 – 12:00pm – Nov 21 2009 – 12:25pm Nov 28 2009 – 10:30am – Nov 28 2009 – 11:00am

Saturdays are your chance to “Get in the Game” with Jill Byrne as she hosts racing industry personalities for an informal seminar in the Paddock area.

Each “Get in the Game” seminar will feature meet-and-greets and a short question and answer session with special guests.

Calvin Borel Bobblehead Giveaway

Nov 21 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 21 2009 – 6:30pm

The first 7,500 patrons through the gates on Saturday, November 21, will receive a voucher for a free Calvin Borel Bobblehead. The bobbleheads can be redeemed after the fourth race at the Redemption Center, which will remain open until thirty minutes after the day’s last race.

Borel Breezer Drink Special

Nov 21 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 22 2009 – 6:00pm

Try our new drink, the BOREL BREEZER, available one weekend only!

To help celebrate Calvin Borel weekend we are offering the Borel Breezer to be served in vintage Kentucky Derby & Oaks glasses. The beverage is made of Woodford Reserve, cranberry juice and a splash of lemon lime.

Calvin Borel Autograph Session

Nov 22 2009 – 11:30am – Nov 22 2009 – 6:00pm

Calvin Borel will take part in an autograph session on Sunday, November 22.

Please check back later for details on time and location — but save the date!

Thanksgiving Day

Nov 26 2009 – 10:00am – Nov 26 2009 – 6:00pm

Make your Thanksgiving Day reservations at Churchill Downs before they sell out. Reservations fill up fast! Call 502-636-4400 today for tickets.

I love down home Southern cooking.  It makes you feel good inside, it’s comfort food.  Now you can have that Southern style at your own Kentucky Derby party with these traditional Kentucky recipes. The new edition of Derby Entertaining gives recipes for breakfast, brunch, afternoon cocktails, buffets, and sit-down dinners.  You will find recipes for everything from Benedictine to Bourbon pork Chops to Mint Julep Punch.  Check this book out as well as other Kentucky cookbooks right here!

Try these great Kentucky recipes for your next Kentucky Derby Party.

Hot Brown
Mint Julep
Kentucky Burgoo
Bourbon Balls
Benedictine

And many more Famous Kentucky Recipes.

Have you ever had a Hot Brown?  An open-faced turkey and bacon sandwich, the Hot Brown was created in the 1920’s at the Brown Hotel.  According to the official site, The Brown drew in 1,200 a night for a dinner/dance.  In the wee hours of the morning, the guests would grow tired and hungry, and go to the restaurant for a bite to eat.  The guests grew bored of the traditional ham and eggs, so Chef Fred Schmidt created the new Hot Brown.

The Louisville sandwich has become world famous, and has been featured in several magazines and TV shows. Thanks to the Brown Hotel for the above info and this great recipe, so you can have a Hot Brown at home!  Not only that, you can have this fancy plate to eat your sandwich on.  Louisville Stoneware, another Louisville legend, has created a Hot Brown plate with the recipe right on it.  What a great Kentucky gift! Plus, it is microwave and dishwasher safe.  Wouldn’t it be nice to give this as a gift with the history of the Hot Brown attached to it? Perfect.