Even if a trip to Louisville is not on your itinerary this weekend, you can still experience the thrill of the Kentucky Derby. "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports" will be broadcast live via big screen televisions on Saturday, May 3, 3-7 p.m. at the Daystar Derby. Proper derby attire requires a hat for the women, but don't worry if you don't have one. You can quickly purchase one upon arrival, and no one will be the wiser.

Festivities under the tent at Equestrian Meadows at Nazareth College will follow a liquid tradition: mint juleps, the Southern iced drink consisting of bourbon, mint, and sugar, will be served. Revived from the liquid refreshment, join a rousing game of horseshoes. Or sit back and listen to the music, nibbling on hors d'oeuvres. Once your belts (and pockets) are loosened, bid on one of the parade of rocking horses up for auction, designed by well-known local artists.

Perhaps this will be the year Secretariat's record is broken. Thereafter you can say "I was there! Kinda..." Consider this your "call to the gate" <insert trumpet sound>. Tickets are $100 when you call 385-6287. Nazareth is located at 4245 East Avenue.