EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSES
On May 4, Churchill Downs will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Kentucky Derby. Racing fans from around the world will gather to place their bets, sip mint juleps and enjoy the finery of the flashy hats and colorful outfits.
The race features the most impressive 3-year-old thoroughbreds, all striving to be the first horse around the 1+1⁄4 mile track, and receive the iconic garland of roses. The flowers give the Derby its nickname “Run for the Roses.”
The history of the garland is fascinating and dates back to the 19th century. In 1883, New York socialite E. Berry Wall presented roses to the women at a post-Derby party. Inspired by this gesture, Churchill Downs founder Meriwether Lewis Clark announced that roses were the official flower of the Kentucky Derby. In 1896, the tradition of draping a blanket of 554 red roses on the Derby winner began. The number of roses has stayed consistent ever since.
We hope you have an exciting Derby Day! Also, we want to remind you that our office will be closed Friday, May 3 for Oaks Day.
If you need to process trades/money movements, you can call our customer support line, hosted by TradePMR, at 888-723-3767. Our advisory team will also be happy to respond to voicemails left on our office number, 812-913-7701, as soon as they can.
AXIOM NEWS
Our Website Has a Fresh Look!
At Axiom, we’re continually working to improve communication with our current clients and prospective clients. Recently we revamped our website—updating information and making it easier to navigate. We hope you find the changes valuable. If you have any questions or suggestions, we’d love to hear from you. To see the refreshed site, please go to axiomfsg.com.
Chancellor’s Medallion Honors
Axiom salutes the 2024 recipients of IU Southeast’s Chancellor’s Medallion. They are both friends of Axiom, who were honored for their distinguished service to the university and community: Dana Huber, VP of distribution and public relations at Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards and the Starlight Distillery, and Gary Libs, chairperson of the board for Libs Paving Company, Inc., and president of Asphalt Supply Co. Inc.
Four juniors and four seniors were also honored with scholarships, based on their academic excellence, leadership and perseverance.
A Sunny Celebration
We were thrilled to experience the extraordinary and rare solar eclipse with friends, family and clients. The party was held on the rooftop of our building to give attendees the best view possible—and boy did Mother Nature deliver! From the first hint of darkness to totality, the spectacle was breathtaking. Partygoers also enjoyed delicious treats served up at the food truck from La Catrina Mexican Kitchen.
Adventures in Spain
Axiom President Mike Grau, his wife Kimberly, and daughters Hannah and Madison recently enjoyed a wonderful adventure in Europe. The family was visiting Hannah, who is studying architecture in Barcelona this semester. They got a festive send-off from American Airlines, because their flight happened to be the first one ever from Dallas/Ft. Worth to Barcelona. The family took in the city’s amazing architecture and enjoyed a sail on the Mediterranean Sea. But all agreed the most exciting part of the trip was celebrating Hannah’s recent engagement!
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MAY HAPPENINGS
Derby Day Dash
Get ready for an unforgettable Derby Day on the Ohio River! Enjoy a paddling experience combining the thrill of paddleboarding with the excitement of the Derby spirit. There will be a Derby-themed race with the winner crowned the ultimate Derby Day champion of 2024! Take a break from the race and indulge in delicious snacks and refreshing Derby mocktails. May 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. You can find more info here.
Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo on Sunday, May 5 at Fourth Street Live! There will be music, food, children’s hands-on activities, dancing and more. This event is free and open to the public. May 5 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Get details on the 4th Street Live! website.
Abbey Road on the River
Abbey Road on the River, the world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival, will be held Memorial Day weekend, May 23-27 at the Big Four Station Park in Jeffersonville, IN. The five-day event is packed with peace, love and music from the ’60s and ’70s, highlighting unique performances by 50 bands from around the world. There will also be interactive art installations, food and bar services, retail vendors and a children’s playground area. Find more info here. Photo credit: C Michael Stewart