Things To Do In Louisville Kentucky

For ebook devotees, reading is a whole new experience

Ordinarily, Loehr would have had to make do with jotting down some notes or trying to remember his inspiration. But since he had his iPad with him, he bought a few books on the subject and downloaded them as soon as he got to the dealership. He started his research for the play right there, while his car was being serviced.

"I can have all that research on a single tablet instead of carrying around 40 books," Loehr said.

Welcome to the future of books, where your entire library is as portable as a cellphone.

A recent study by the Pew Research Center's Internet and American Life Project reported that ownership of e-reader devices — like the Amazon Kindle , Barnes and Noble Nook, Sony Reader and Kobo eReader Touch — doubled between November 2010 and May 2011. Now 12 percent of adults over age 18 own one, while 8 percent own a tablet computer like the iPad.

So what does the increasing popularity of these devices mean for the experience of reading? Do we read differently when we can get (almost) any book ever published, whenever we want?

Reading the future

For their devotees, ebooks have transformed the experience of reading.

Michelle Jones , who writes the Consuming Louisville blog, has a Kindle reader and also uses the Kindle app on her Android phone. "Even when I'm walking the dog, I'm always going to have my phone on me," she said. "I'm not always going to have my book bag. It makes it possible for me to read places I never would have before."

For Jones, the fact that her Kindle syncs with her phone -- so her book always knows where she left off -- makes reading the same book on different devices effortless.

Jones describes herself as an early adopter. But e-readers also have won over some book lovers who aren't ordinarily enticed by gadgetry, like Madelyn Anetrella, a nonprofit development manager for the American Lung Association .

"I don't know how to use my iPod," she said, by way of establishing her Luddite bona fides. But she does read on a Kindle and on the Kindle app on her phone.

"I'm always with a book of some sort, whether in hard copy on my Kindle or on the phone," she said. And although the gadgets haven't replaced her physical books, she does find that they come in handy. "Amazon has a lot of the classics for free, so I'll read a few pages when I'm in line.

Travel from here: 5 Things to do in Louisville, Kentucky

Kentucky is, in my opinion, the most vastly underrated state in the Midwest. It’s full of rich history and unequivocal beauty. They don’t call it the bluegrass for nothin’! Perfectly aged trees dot the most beautiful green sprawling lawns and southern charm (not to be mistaken for country hick) makes for a warm welcome into the state. In my travels I often hear the question, “You’re from Kentucky? Do they even wear shoes there?” Oh, ha ha, like I’ve never heard that one before. I’m always quick to correct them - “Oh I’m from Louisville (pronounced Loo-A-VUL not Lewis-ville or Looey-ville) and yes, we wear shoes there - very nice ones in fact.” Did you know that Kentucky was named the most stylish state in America? No really, Louisville gets a lot of attention one very special day of the year. Derby Day. People from all over the world gather at the twin spires, wearing their very best, drinking mint juleps and betting on their favorite horse. Whether you’re partying like a college student in the infield, or classing it up in the stands and catching glimpses of the high rollers in Millionaires Row, there’s always a good time to be had at Derby. It’s certainly a must for anyone looking for “the most exciting two minutes in sports” and, truth be told, some of the best people watching around. Tip from the local: If you’re out of state and planning to come to Derby, you’ll have to plan in advance! Hotel rooms sell out quick, and the prices rise pretty quickly, but it’s definitely worth every penny and you won’t be short on excitement. If you’re looking to save a buck, stay right across the river in Indiana. : Dubbed by Conde Nast as the #1 hotel in the nation two years in a row, it’s obvious that 21c is Louisville’s newest hot commodity. Unlike most of the architectural boasts of Louisville, the modern art that decorates the hotel transforms it into a hybrid museum and is certainly edgier than most other local sites. Be sure to check out their fabulous restaurant - Proof on Main - and give this modern place a try! : Looking for an eclectic place to spend an afternoon? You’ll find some of the most diverse and unique eateries and shops on this road that stretches several miles. Perfect for thrifting at vintage stores and getting a unique perspective on the culture of Louisville.

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