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Spectators await the start of last year's 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. This year's event will take place Saturday, May 2. | file photo

• Two Southern Indiana artists get recognized by state.

And they’re off! It’s lettuce by a head! Bubble Gum sticking to the rail! Tomato trying to catch up! (Sorry, couldn’t resist).

The Kentucky Derby and Oaks are upon us. What a glorious time of year in Southern Indiana and Louisville. We’re at the epicenter of the sport-

ing universe. The mint juleps will flow. And so will the money.

Whether the money flows into Churchill Downs’ coffers or your wallet is up to you. Actu-ally, maybe not so much. The odds are stacked against you from the start when wagering: Over time the track takes 15 to 25 percent of every dollar wagered, according to Mike Hogan, digital product director for the Daily Racing Form, who

also is part of a podcast team with DRF.We’re here to help. In today’s SoIn you’ll find

a few tips that might help you pick a winner or two and maybe make enough bank to splurge on a nice post-Derby dinner.

Reading a racing program, as Hogan puts it, is about as easy as deciphering hieroglyphics. All those numbers can make you go cross-eyed in a hurry.

Very few of us are professional handicappers. So the key is keeping it simple and just enjoying the day. Just breaking even will put you ahead of the game in the long-term.

Heed Hogan’s key rule: Have some fun. If you make a few bucks, it’s just icing on the

cake.— Jason Thomas is the editor of SoIn. He can be

reached by phone at 812-206-2127 or email at jason.thomas@newsandtribune.com. Follow him on Twitter: @ScoopThomas.

Jason Thomas, Editor

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NEW ALBANY — This annual, juried exhibit draws works of art by artists across the United States and celebrates innovation and creative thought in the increasingly popular medium of art quilts. For a work of art to be considered for the exhibit, it must incorporate two or more layers held together with stitches, leaving room for the artists to fully exercise their creativity through a variety of techniques and mediums.

For a work of art to be considered for the exhibit, it must incorporate two or more layers held together with stitches, leaving room for the artists to fully exercise their creativity through a variety of techniques and mediums. This year, 27 quilts were selected out of the 532 submitted for consideration from 111 individual artists.

There are several programs planned during ‘Form, Not Function: Quilt Art at the Carnegie’; please note those programs that require pre-reg-istration 812-944-7336.

schedule of events• Friday, May 8, 6-8 p.m.; Opening reception,

free• Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m.-noon, Family Fun

Workshop, free• Saturday, June 6, 6-9 p.m., 2015 New Albany

Public Art Walk, free • Tuesday, June 16, 12-1 p.m., Lunch & Learn:

Remembering, free, registration required.

ON ThE COvEr:

WHAT: ‘form, Not function: Quilt Art at the Carnegie,’ an exhibition exploring the world of contemporary art quilts WHEn: May 8 through July 11 WHERE: Carnegie Center for Art and history, 201

e. Spring St., New Albany

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gET hITChEd2 3What: Derby City BrewfestWhen: 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 1Where: KFC Yum! Center Plaza, Main Street,

LouisvilleInfo: derbycitybrewfest.comSponsored by Bluegrass Brewing Company

(BBC) Derby City Brew Fest celebrates and highlights all the Kentucky breweries with 17 local craft brewers from Kentucky and South-ern Indiana with over 60 beers, Four Roses Bourbon, regional food, five local bands and more.

What: ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’When: Through May 10Where: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott

Drive, ClarksvilleInfo: derbydinner.com; 812-288-8281A rip-roaring stage version of the MGM

classic about seven back-woods brothers and their seven blushing sweethearts. This dance extravaganza is all boisterous fun and romance that will take you back to the glory days of the movie musical.

gotta go: Interested in seeing your event in our 3 To Go? Email SoIn Editor Jason Thomas at jason.thomas@newsandtribune.com

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When: 6 p.m. Friday, May 1Where: Riverside Cigar Shop &

Lounge, 201 Spring St., Jefferson-ville

Info: 812-284-6198Riverside Cigar Shop will celebrate

its fourth anniversary with a pre-miere Derby Eve Gala featuring world-renowned Cuban tobacco farmer Hirochi Robaina. An icon in the industry, Robaina was the first Cuban to tour cigars in the United States and had to receive permission from the Cuban gov-ernment to do so. Robaina, whose family has been producing some of the world’s finest cigars since the 1800s, will be showcasing his latest super premium HR Cigars.

1What: Fourth Anniversary Celebration

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Derby wagering a matter of keeping it simpleBy JASON THOMAS

jason.thomas@newsandtribune.comnd they’re off! How did you pick your Kentucky Derby horse?Turns out there’s no tried and true

method to make bank betting on the po-nies at Churchill Downs on Saturday. But there a few tricks that could thicken your wallet for a post-Derby dinner.

Just remember: The odds are never in your favor.

“The system is set up for the track to make money, not necessarily for bettors to make money,” said Mike Hogan, digital product director for the Daily Racing Form, or DRF, and part of the DRF’s Play-ers Podcast. “Over time the track takes 15 to 25 percent of every dollar wagered.

“Even if you break even you’re beating a lot of the rest of the players long-term.”

Follow Hogan’s advice and you might just leave Churchill Downs with a smile — knowing you’ve beaten the odds.

The MaGic nUMBerDeciphering the mumbo jumbo of

statistical information on every Derby contender can be overwhelming. Hogan likens reading a racing form or program for the casual fan to cracking the code of an ancient writing method.

“It’s very odd, almost like reading hieroglyphics,” he said, “to find out what all these numbers mean, how it translates into something visceral, which is watch-ing a horse run fast.”

So keep it basic and focus on one key number: the Beyer Speed Figure. The Beyer Speed Figures are a numerical representation of a horse’s performance, based on the final time and the inher-ent speed over the track on which the race was run, according to DRF. The higher the Beyer Speed Fig-ure, the better the performance.

Anything around 100 and the horse is a Derby contender. Look for the bold number to the right of the name of the race in the Daily Racing Form.

“If I could tell people one thing (about wagering) it’s the Beyer figure,” Hogan said. “It’s certainly a good starting point.”

hoW To BeTJust like with reading a program,

simplicity is golden when placing bets. Let’s face it: Very few, if any of us, are professional handicappers. The fact that the Derby has a big field plays to your advantage.

“The nice thing about the Kentucky Derby is it’s the only race in North Amer-ica to have 19 to 20 horses in the same race,” Hogan said. “What that means even at post time the favorite in a 10-horse field may pay $3 on a $2 bet.”

Which is why, for the casual bettor, Hogan recommends picking a couple of horses and placing a $2 bet on each to

a win. Or to broaden your chances, place a $2 bet across the board (win, place or show) on a few horses and let luck fly. (If they place in the top three, you win).

For a more lucrative bet, Hogan suggested a $1 exacta box in which you pick three horses to finish first and second in either order (costing $6 total). Or keep it simple and place a $1 exacta box choosing two horses, costing $2, also to finish first and second in either order.

“Over the past four to five years, the $1 exacta has paid over $100,” Hogan said.

In 2009, when Mine that Bird won and Pioneer of the Nile finished second, the $1 exacta box paid $1,037.30. Mine that Bird also paid $103.20 to win.

Easy money.Betting on the Derby need not be stress-

ful, especially for the casual fan, which is why Hogan has one important rule.

“The only other thing that is key is to have some fun,” he said. “It’s a great sport, it’s a really fun day of racing. Just approach it that way, and even if you lose a few bucks, you’ll still come out a winner.”

SiX SiMple STepSInformation from DRF’s Wagering and

Winning guide: drf.com1. RECENCY: Always note dates of a horse’s most

recent races. A horse racing at regular and consistent intervals — ideally every two to four weeks — is prob-ably fit. A horse that’s been away for awhile may have been sick or unsound.

2. CAREER RESULTS: The career box, in the upper right corner of the past performances, gives you the lowdown on the horse’s lifetime accomplishments, broken down into a variety of categories. Compare these statistics to the rest of the field to help find the winner.

3. HUMAN CONNECTIONS: The abilities of jockey and trainer are extremely important when assessing a horse’s chanc-es of winning. Keep in mind that nearly

80 percent of all races are won by the top 20 percent of jockeys and trainers at each track.

4. BEYER SpEEd FIgURES: See Mike Hogan’s advice above.

5. LAST FINISH: Each horse’s running lines tells you how a horse performed in its prior races. The last number tells you how he finished.

6. RUNNINg STYLE: Most horses will develop a certain running style, like “stalker.” If there is only one horse that likes to race on or near the early lead can often get

away with an easy lead and have plenty of energy for a stretch run. If there are many horses with early speed, they can establish a fast pace and tire late, setting up for a “closer.”

GETTING HELPGambling addiction can be a serious illness. Here are resources in seeking help:Indiana Gaming Commission: 1-800-994-8448; in.gov/igcIndiana Council On Problem Gambling: indianaprob-lemgambling.orgGamblers Anonymous: 213-386-0030; gam-anon.orgVoluntary Exclusion State Program: 317-234-3600National Program Gaming Hotline: 800-522-4700

California Chrome jockey, Victor Espinoza, stands in celebration as he crosses the finish line, winning last year’s 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. | fIlE PHOtO

SEE BETTING, PAGE 8

A prospective bettor researches a racing program during last year’s 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. | fILE PHoTo

Win,

$place

hoWor

Derby wagering a matter of keeping it simpleBy JASON THOMAS

jason.thomas@newsandtribune.comnd they’re off! How did you pick your Kentucky Derby horse?Turns out there’s no tried and true

method to make bank betting on the po-nies at Churchill Downs on Saturday. But there a few tricks that could thicken your wallet for a post-Derby dinner.

Just remember: The odds are never in your favor.

“The system is set up for the track to make money, not necessarily for bettors to make money,” said Mike Hogan, digital product director for the Daily Racing Form, or DRF, and part of the DRF’s Play-ers Podcast. “Over time the track takes 15 to 25 percent of every dollar wagered.

“Even if you break even you’re beating a lot of the rest of the players long-term.”

Follow Hogan’s advice and you might just leave Churchill Downs with a smile — knowing you’ve beaten the odds.

The MaGic nUMBerDeciphering the mumbo jumbo of

statistical information on every Derby contender can be overwhelming. Hogan likens reading a racing form or program for the casual fan to cracking the code of an ancient writing method.

“It’s very odd, almost like reading hieroglyphics,” he said, “to find out what all these numbers mean, how it translates into something visceral, which is watch-ing a horse run fast.”

So keep it basic and focus on one key number: the Beyer Speed Figure. The Beyer Speed Figures are a numerical representation of a horse’s performance, based on the final time and the inher-ent speed over the track on which the race was run, according to DRF. The higher the Beyer Speed Fig-ure, the better the performance.

Anything around 100 and the horse is a Derby contender. Look for the bold number to the right of the name of the race in the Daily Racing Form.

“If I could tell people one thing (about wagering) it’s the Beyer figure,” Hogan said. “It’s certainly a good starting point.”

hoW To BeTJust like with reading a program,

simplicity is golden when placing bets. Let’s face it: Very few, if any of us, are professional handicappers. The fact that the Derby has a big field plays to your advantage.

“The nice thing about the Kentucky Derby is it’s the only race in North Amer-ica to have 19 to 20 horses in the same race,” Hogan said. “What that means even at post time the favorite in a 10-horse field may pay $3 on a $2 bet.”

Which is why, for the casual bettor, Hogan recommends picking a couple of horses and placing a $2 bet on each to

a win. Or to broaden your chances, place a $2 bet across the board (win, place or show) on a few horses and let luck fly. (If they place in the top three, you win).

For a more lucrative bet, Hogan suggested a $1 exacta box in which you pick three horses to finish first and second in either order (costing $6 total). Or keep it simple and place a $1 exacta box choosing two horses, costing $2, also to finish first and second in either order.

“Over the past four to five years, the $1 exacta has paid over $100,” Hogan said.

In 2009, when Mine that Bird won and Pioneer of the Nile finished second, the $1 exacta box paid $1,037.30. Mine that Bird also paid $103.20 to win.

Easy money.Betting on the Derby need not be stress-

ful, especially for the casual fan, which is why Hogan has one important rule.

“The only other thing that is key is to have some fun,” he said. “It’s a great sport, it’s a really fun day of racing. Just approach it that way, and even if you lose a few bucks, you’ll still come out a winner.”

SiX SiMple STepSInformation from DRF’s Wagering and

Winning guide: drf.com1. RECENCY: Always note dates of a horse’s most

recent races. A horse racing at regular and consistent intervals — ideally every two to four weeks — is prob-ably fit. A horse that’s been away for awhile may have been sick or unsound.

2. CAREER RESULTS: The career box, in the upper right corner of the past performances, gives you the lowdown on the horse’s lifetime accomplishments, broken down into a variety of categories. Compare these statistics to the rest of the field to help find the winner.

3. HUMAN CONNECTIONS: The abilities of jockey and trainer are extremely important when assessing a horse’s chanc-es of winning. Keep in mind that nearly

80 percent of all races are won by the top 20 percent of jockeys and trainers at each track.

4. BEYER SpEEd FIgURES: See Mike Hogan’s advice above.

5. LAST FINISH: Each horse’s running lines tells you how a horse performed in its prior races. The last number tells you how he finished.

6. RUNNINg STYLE: Most horses will develop a certain running style, like “stalker.” If there is only one horse that likes to race on or near the early lead can often get

away with an easy lead and have plenty of energy for a stretch run. If there are many horses with early speed, they can establish a fast pace and tire late, setting up for a “closer.”

GETTING HELPGambling addiction can be a serious illness. Here are resources in seeking help:Indiana Gaming Commission: 1-800-994-8448; in.gov/igcIndiana Council On Problem Gambling: indianaprob-lemgambling.orgGamblers Anonymous: 213-386-0030; gam-anon.orgVoluntary Exclusion State Program: 317-234-3600National Program Gaming Hotline: 800-522-4700

California Chrome jockey, Victor Espinoza, stands in celebration as he crosses the finish line, winning last year’s 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. | fIlE PHOtO

SEE BETTING, PAGE 8

A prospective bettor researches a racing program during last year’s 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. | fILE PHoTo

6 April 30, 2015Entertainment

ALbums: booKs:moVIes:

JEFFERSONVILLE — Jackie Head’s exhibition, titled “Amalga-mations,” focuses on an explora-tion of the repetitive and complex systems found in nature, accord-ing to a Gadabout news release. utilizing tessellations, she created three dimensional wall tile instal-lations using slip cast ceramic multiples that fit together in a repeating pattern. The exhibition will begin on Wednesday, May 6, at Gadabout Gallery in Jefferson-ville, with an artist reception on Friday, May 8.

“Each piece uses multiples to connect and create a larger, reso-nating effect of infinity, suggest-ing an opportunity for the pieces to keep growing,” Head said in the release. “Like a beehive, my work is compacted into the space provided, but has the ability to expand over any surface."

The shapes she uses intertwine

the geometric patterns of Islamic wall tiles with natural landscapes.

Head is a recent graduate of Indiana university Bloomington earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics along with a Bachelor of Science in Arts Management.

The opening reception will be held in conjunction with down-town Jeffersonville’s Chocolate Lovers Stroll, where participants

are invited to enjoy 15 different chocolate tasting stations located within the locally owned shops and restaurants. The event also features live music and a balloon artist located along the historic district’s sidewalks. The Chocolate Lovers Stroll is a ticketed event (details at JeffMainStreet.org) but the gallery opening is free to the public.

WHAT: ‘Amalgamations’ exhibition by Jackie head WHEn: opening recep-

tion, 6 to 9 p.m. friday, May 8 WHERE: Gadabout Gal-

lery and Artisan Shoppe, 249 Spring St., Jefferson-ville COST: free InFO: GadaboutGallery.

com

THE EFFECT OF INFINITY

may 5é “Clinton Clash” by Peter Schweizer “The Book of Joan” by Melissa Rivers

may 4é “Wilder Mind” by Mumford & Sons “The Waterfall” by My Morn-ing Jacket

may 1é “The Avengers: Age of Ultron” “She’s Funny That Way”

VOTEBILL CONLIN

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TOWN COUNCIL

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REPUBLICAN

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local SoIn happenings

Entertainment 7April 30, 2015

Feeling left out? Send your establishment’s and/or organization’s upcoming events/new features/entertainment information to SoIn Editor Jason Thomas at jason.thomas@newsandtribune.com

Live music at nAPhWhere: New Albany production house, 1736 e. Main

St., New Albanyfriday, May 1: Battle of the Bands finals, 6:30 p.m., $5

advance/$7 day of show; friday, May 15: posphene with Caducus, Ghost Bomb, old Soul envy & Dark horse, 6:30 p.m., $6 advance/$8 day of show; Saturday, May 16: time & Distance with Begging Victoria, 2Night’s entertainment, Get Up Get Downs and Zach east, 6:30 p.m., $6 advance/$8 day of show; Sunday, May 17: event horizon with Mindless Giants, to Die Alone, Messed Up and Ashley ledrick, 6:30 p.m., $6 advance/$8 day of show

[naproductionhouse.com]

Live music at big Four burgers + beerWhere: Big four Burgers + Beer, 134 Spring St., Jef-

fersonvilleWhen: friday and Saturdayfriday, May 1: Kyle hastings; friday, May 8: Nick Dit-

tmeier; Saturday, May 9: Katie and Kaela; friday, May 15: eric and Kenny; Saturday, May 16: the Strays; friday, May 22: mem; Saturday, May 23: mem; friday, May 29: Kyle hastings; Saturday, May 30: tyler Stiller

[bigfourburgers.com]

Live music at Charlie nobel’sWhere: Charlie Nobel’s eatery + Draught house, 7815

ind. 311, Sellersburg When: friday and Saturdayfriday, May 1: Aquila; friday, May 8: Kyle hastings;

Saturday, May 9: the Strays; friday, May 15: Katie and Kaela

Corydon Jamboree LiveWhere: 220 hurst lane, CorydonWhen: 7:30 p.m. SaturdayMay 2: faron Glen, Christy Miller; Saturday, May 9:

Allen hilbert, leigh Ann Cooper; Saturday, May 16: todd Bally, Greg perkins, Bob Demaree “Country Boy Ministries” on piano; Sunday, May 17, Special Show: the Donnie Strickland Show, 3 to 5 p.m.; Satur-day, May 23: the lloyd Wood Show, Special guest Sammy Wray; Saturday, May 30: taylor lynch, Susan

West; Sunday, May 31: Beautiful Star Beauty pageantGeneral Admission $10; children 6-12, $6; under 6,

free. for reservations, directions or any other infor-mation call 812-738-1130.

[corydonjamboree.com]

Ross Country JamboreeWhere: 31 Wardell St., ScottsburgWhen: 7 p.m. SaturdaysSaturday, May 2: Al hilbert, Rocking terry lee; Satur-

day, May 8: Kings of Swing Country Rock Show, 7:30 p.m., $12: lanny Mcintosh, Dave Campbell, Billy Nett, Kasey Sexton and guests; Sunday, May 9: Nata-lie Berry, Christy Miller, lloyd Wood; Saturday, May 16: Ross Country Band; Saturday, May 23: Natalie Berry, Mike fryman, Christina Walton; Saturday, May 30, 7:30 p.m., $25: Jimmy fortune, Billy Nett, Maisy Reliford

General Admission $10; children 6-12, $6; under 6, free. for reservations, directions or any other infor-mation call 866-573-7677.

[rosscountryjamboree.com]

savory strawberriesWhat: 37th annual Starlight Strawberry festivalWhen: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 23Where: 8407 St. Johns Road, Starlightthe day begins at 8 a.m. with a 5k Walk/Run for the

Berries. Build your own strawberry shortcake, enjoy a bratwurst or fish sandwich, play bingo, try your luck at a classic festival wheel, or enter a pie eating contest. the homemade chicken dinner is served from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. there are kids’ inflatables, a mini-soapbox derby, and live music and entertain-ment.

Bring Your Family, Sweetheart or

Make it a “Girls Night Out”!

Friday, May 8 20156:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chocolate Lovers Stroll

Chocolates! Live Music!

Enticing Shops!

Sample Decadent Chocolates

Stroll Under the Trees in the Historic District

Listen to Live Music on the Sidewalks

Cash In on Special Deals in Local Shops

Special Thanks to the following:

Adult Tickets $8 in advance • $10 day of eventChildren 12 and under $5

Tickets available at:Choices Boutique (437 Spring St.)

Schimpff’s Confectionery (347 Spring St.)The Springs Salon & Spa (234 Spring St.)

Pearl Street Treats (301 Pearl St.)Budget Print Center (902 E. 10th St.)or by visiting www.JeffMainStreet.org

St.)t.)

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In Historic Downtown Jeffersonville

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BETTING: How to pick your horse

BETTING MANNERSWhat to say at the betting

windows:1. Say the track.2. Say the amount of your

wager.3. Say the type of wager you

wish to make.4. Say the number of the horse

or horses involved in your wager.— Copyright 2015 by Daily

Racing Form LLC. Reprinted with Permission of the Copyright owner.

WHAT TO LOOK FORThe Ears: If a horse’s ears

are cocked at a 45 degree angle, it’s a great sign. A disinterested horse’s ears will appear limp and lifeless. Overactive ears suggest the potential for skittishness and excitability.

the head: Look for horses whose heads are held high with straight necks. They’re ready to go.

the tail: Some handicappers look for horses whose tails are moving. They believe active, out-stretched tails indicate horses that want to race.

the Post Position: Horses toward the inside of the track usu-ally have an advantage because the distance they travel is actually shorter than the other horses.

the Consistency Factor: Look in your program to find out how many times a horse has finished “in the money”(top three) com-pared to how many times it has raced. The higher the win percent-age, the better your chances.

the Jockey: Jockeys with win-ning records know how to get the most out of their animals. Look in the program to find their past records, then pick a winner.

Visit the Clarksville OTB at 650 Eastern Blvd.; Phone: 812-280-1013

— Indiana Grand Racing Ca-sino [indianagrand.com]

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Mount St. FrancisWine Tasting

featuring

Turtle Run WinerySaturday, May 9, 2015

4:00 pm - 7:00 pmLimited Number of Tickets available:

$45.00 per personTicket price includes:

Wine Tasting, Complimentary Wine Glass,and Hors d'Oeuvres

Gift items will be available for purchase during the event

All proceeds from this event will benefi t the Mount St. Francis Center for Spirituality

Call 812-923-8817 by April 30th to make your reservations and purchase tickets

(room reservations available upon request)

Following the Wine Tasting. there will be a Jazz Concert at the Lake sponsored by the Mary Anderson Center for the Arts at Mount St. Francis