Saundra Cox owns the building on Frankfort Avenue that houses The Finishing Touch, her counted cross-stitch shop that originally opened in 1978 as a handcrafted gifts and consignment shop. After a move to and 20 years at the store’s next space in Plainview, she and longtime … [Read more...] about The Cross-Stitch Queen Of Clifton
Passions
It All Starts With The Perfect Glass
John Burgin loves a good story. As his family’s unofficial historian, he collects and appreciates family artifacts and anecdotes. He’s interested in everyone else’s stories too, demonstrating an honest interest in getting to know the people and the community around him. It’s … [Read more...] about It All Starts With The Perfect Glass
Playing Dress Up
The Story Behind Donna Lange’s Vintage Clothing CollectionDonna Lange’s collection of over 300 pieces of museum-quality vintage clothing is not frivolous...it is deeply personal. As a child, Donna grew up admiring her mother’s taste. “My mother was a sharp dresser and an amazing … [Read more...] about Playing Dress Up
Carol Besse Talks Books, Birds, and How To Soar Into Retirement.
Moving to Louisville over 40 years ago to start a family and a bookstore, Carol Besse and her husband are the visionaries behind the local favorite Carmichael’s Bookstore. “One of the first jobs I had was working in a bookstore, and I loved it,” Carol says. Following her … [Read more...] about Carol Besse Talks Books, Birds, and How To Soar Into Retirement.
Clest Lanier discusses future adventures and the changes she hopes to see in Louisville.
No plans for retirement for this enthusiastic and energetic woman. Clest Lanier serves as community liaison with the unit at the University of Louisville’s College of Arts and Science Dean’s office that deals with diversity, engagement, culture, and climate. She is one of the … [Read more...] about Clest Lanier discusses future adventures and the changes she hopes to see in Louisville.