Local News/ Soup from Louisville Ky: April 2019

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Land Development & Transportation Public Meeting 19ZONE1007

You are invited to attend a review of a proposed CHANGE IN ZONING from R-7, multi-family to R8A, multi-family with detailed plan, sidewalk waiver, and private yard and height variances. Subject Property: 1576 Cherokee Road Case Number: 19ZONE1007 Case Manager: Joel Dock (joel.dock@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: LAND DEVELOPMENT & TRANSPORTATION Date: THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard Location: Old Jail Building, 514 W. Liberty Street 40202

Historical Landmarks Commission Special Meeting 18COA1328 John B. Castleman Statue

You are invited to attend a Special Meeting of the Landmarks Commission for the review of an appeal of the Cherokee Triangle ARC decision for Case Number 18COA1328 related to a request to remove the statue and base, known as the John B. Castleman statue, from the roundabout at Cherokee Parkway and Cherokee Road, so that they may be relocated outside of the Cherokee Triangle Preservation District. Subject Property: Parcel 075F-3000-0000 (Roundabout at Cherokee Parkway and Cherokee Rd.) Case Number: 18COA1328 Case Manager: Cynthia Elmore (cynthia.johnson@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Historic Landmarks Commission and Preservation Districts Commission Date: Thursday, May 9, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 9:00 am Location: Old Jail Auditorium, 514 W. Liberty Street

Monday, April 29, 2019

Subway Fresh Fit Hike, Bike and Paddle

Come with your family and friends to Waterfront Park to enjoy a free Healthy Hometown event at this year's Subway Fresh Fit Hike, Bike and Paddle! More than 12,000 people participate in this twice yearly event, with activities beginning on the Great Lawn in Waterfront Park starting at 8AM. Fitness demonstrations hosted by professional instructors leading Yoga, Tia Chi, Zumba and Pickle Ball will be followed by the Hike, Bike or Paddle events. The Hike offers three routes from the Great Lawn to the Big Four Bridge, with options to walk the bridge to Jeffersonville, return to the Great Lawn or continue to the Louisville Community Boathouse, with all but the bridge option dog friendly; or the 15 mile closed course Bike ride to the historic Olmsted designed Shawnee Park and back; or get your Paddle on in the Ohio River, starting at the Harbor Lawn in Waterfront Park. If you don’t own a canoe or Kayak you can rent one by going online and reserving at Louisville Kayak Company. Whether you and your family are novice or expert, the Subway Fresh Fit Hike Bike and Paddle offers something for all skill levels. Free T-shirts available while supplies last to the first 2500 participants. Additional giveaways can be found by visiting one of the 50 booths, including gift cards from Subway. You can also register for a Kayak and bicycle giveaway courtesy of Neil Huffman Subaru or register on-line for a kayak giveaway through Academy Sports. Water stops are located in Waterfront Park, Shawnee Park and at the Big 4 Bridge. Bring your own water bottles for this Go Green Event and fill them at the Louisville Water Company Fill Stations with cold Louisville Pure Tap. None of this would be possible without our amazing partners at Subway, Coca-Cola, Norton Healthcare, Neil Huffman Subaru, Academy Sports + Outdoors, Yoga East. Special thanks to.... Scheller's Fitness & Cycling, Louisville Waterfront Park, University of Louisville Rowing Club, 106.9 PLAY, Louisville Sports Commission, WLKY, Louisville Public Media, Outfront Media, River City Paddle Sports, Louisville Water / Pure Tap, Nu Chapter Tai Chi Chuan & Qi Gong Institute, Bike Louisville, River City Community Sailing Program, Boy Scouts of America, Louisville Bicycle Club, SAG Teams, Dismas Charities, US Coast Guard, Brain Injury Association of Kentuckiana, Louisville Community Boathouse, US Army, , Kentuckiana Paddlers Association, Louisville Yoga, Bike Captains and all Louisville Metro Government agencies. Join Mayor Greg Fischer in Waterfront Park Memorial Day and participate in one of the Healthy Hometown events with your friends and family.

145th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve

145th Kentucky Derby Saturday, May 4th, 2019 Presented by Woodford Reserve A trip to the Kentucky Derby is an unforgettable experience! Watch one of the world’s top rank horse races, known as “the most exciting two minutes in sports”, while immersing yourself in the iconic southern Derby traditions - sipping a mint julep, donning a beautiful hat, and joining fellow race fans in singing “My Old Kentucky Home”.Learn more.....

Longines Kentucky Oaks

Oaks Day Friday, May 3rd, 2019 Presented by Longines Held each year on the day before the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks Day is a celebration of ladies - from America’s most premier 3-year-old fillies horse race, to ladies walking the runway in PINK in the Longines Kentucky Oaks Fashion Contest and parading on the racetrack in the Survivors Parade presented by Kroger. Be a part of Kentucky Oaks Day and the fans that celebrate fillies, fashion and fundraising for women’s critical health issues. This feature race is a $1.25 Million Grade 1 stakes race and awards the winning filly a garland of lilies, appropriately named "lilies for the fillies."Learn more......

Thurby at Churchill Downs

Presented by Old Forester Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. New this year: Thurby Goes Gonzo! Join us as we celebrate Louisville native Hunter S. Thompson- and Groundbreaking Illustrator Ralph Steadman Event Highlights Include: Thurby Goes Gonzo 2019 Artwork and poster signing by special guest Ralph Steadman 2-3 PM. Limited edition prints will be available for purchase. View the poster Plaza Stage Entertainment: DJ Matt Anthony and the Casey Powell Band Sip the Official Thurby Cocktail: The Old Forester Old Fashioned Live Gonzo Artist: Grant Goodwine will be creating works in the Plaza Squallis Puppeteers will bring Hunter S. Thompson to life throughout the track Gonzo Photo Op: Capture your most Decadent & Depraved Thurby Experience Look for the keyword on-site to enter the Thurby Classic Sweepstakes for your chance to WIN a box for 6 to the 2019 Kentucky Derby and Oaks.* Watch 11 thrilling races including: Unbridled Sidney & Opening Verse Overnight Stakes Tickets start at $22 for general admission access to the Paddock area, the Plaza, and the First Floor Grandstand.

Cinco de Mayo at Fourth Street Live!

On May 5, 2019, Louisville's Mayor Fischer and the Office for Globalization's Louisville Latino Council will celebrate a community “fun-raising” event for the entire family, “Cinco At 4th St Live!” with music and dancing as well as a way for three non-profit organizations to raise funds for Latino families—a veritable cross-cultural experience bringing diverse non-profit groups together like never before in the Louisville area. Also, this FREE event will have free prizes for the kids who enter the piñata contest as well as live performances by a Mexican Dance Troupe, Salsa Bands and Salsa Dancers.Learn more.....

Kitten Shower: Little Orphan Kitten Rescue

We're expecting...kittens! Help us shower our bottle-fed kittens with love at a Kitten Shower on June 1. Meet our newest kittens, enjoy refreshments and activities, bid on silent auction items and more. Tickets are $10 or a donation from our Amazon registry. Little Orphans Kitten Rescue was founded in 2011 and is the only nonprofit 501(c)(3) animal rescue in Kentucky and for hundreds of miles around whose sole purpose is to save the lives of orphaned neonatal kittens (“bottle babies”). These precious babies are the most at risk of euthanasia because they require intensive care and most rescues and shelters lack the knowledge or staff to provide it. Orphaned kittens under one week of age require bottle feeding every two hours, including overnight! Our dedicated and compassionate team of foster volunteers has the knowledge, the training, and the passion to care for these babies until we find them forever homes through adoption.Learn more....

Quiet Louisville

A free mass meditation event at Fourth Street Live. We prove that you can find calm during the busiest time and busiest, Tuesday of Derby week at Fourth Street Live. Music and guided meditation for all levels including beginners. Learn more....

Women's Empowerment Group

Presented by Bridges of Hope Neighborhood Place and Urban Strategies Women of all ages are invited to a free, eight-week series focusing on educating and empowering women by building knowledge and skills in multiple areas. Starting Monday, May 6, 2019, the “Women’s Empowerment Group” will feature practical tips on weekly topics including relationships, parenting, mental and physical health, education, employment, and finances.Food will be served for all in attendance. Dates, Times and Location Mondays, May 6 - July 1, 2019 from 5 pm - 7 pm ---- 1411 Algonquin Pkwy Louisville, KY 40210NOTE: Excluding Monday May 27 Module 1 -Relationships -Parenting -Mental & physical healthModule 2 -Employment -Education -Finances -Graduation (7.1.19) For more information, and to RSVP by May 3, 2019, contact Nannette Dix at 502-634-6050 or Nannette.Dix@louisvilleky.gov

Thursday, April 25, 2019

ECHO Mobile at Churchill Downs for Family Day

Louisville ECHO (Louisville is Engaging Children Outdoors) is focused on providing equitable “cradle to career” access to nature for Louisville youth and families. It has multiple components, including out-of-school time components via the ECHO Mobile or through partner community centers. The ECHO Mobile brings outdoor nature play to neighborhood parks and community centers throughout Louisville. The ECHO Mobile will include activities such as digging tables, Fort Village, Music Zone, and a variety of natural materials and nature play opportunities. (Ages 3-11) Come and join the fun! To receive information about where the ECHO Mobile will be near you via an e-newsletter, e-mail louisvilleecho@louisvilleky.gov.

Turtle Takeover

Bring your family to the forest for a morning of turtle-filled fun! Program includes an interpretive, up-close encounter with a few of Kentucky’s native turtles in our nature center. Participants can join in on an exciting game of turtletag and design their very own turtle species. Come see and learn all about these remarkable reptiles just in time for World Turtle Day on May 23! Program meets in the Nature Center in the Horine Reservation Sat, May 11, 2019 9 a.m. – noon Free; Call to preregister. (502) 368-5404

Turtle Takeover

Shawn Mendes: The Tour

Shawn Mendes is coming to the KFC Yum! Center on Saturday, August 3rd and bring special guest Alessia Cara! GRAMMY nominated Toronto born multi-platinum singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes released his highly anticipated self-titled third album in May 2018. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart as well as multiple additional worldwide markets, including Australia, Canada, Mexico, Belgium, Holland & more and shot to #1 on iTunes in more than 80 countries immediately upon release. The album became one of the top best-selling album debuts of 2018 and made Shawn the third youngest solo artist to ever have three consecutive #1 albums. At the end of 2018, Shawn was nominated in two categories for the 61stannual GRAMMY® Awards, including “Song of the Year” for “In My Blood” and “Best Pop Vocal Album” for Shawn Mendes. Leading up to the album, he released multiple tracks including “Youth” Featuring Khalid, “In My Blood” and “Lost In Japan.” Both “In My Blood” and “Lost In Japan” experienced massive success, soaring to the #1 and #2 spots on the overall iTunes chart in the U.S, Top 5 on iTunes in over 50 countries, and held the #1 and #2 spots on Spotify’s “New Music Friday” playlist. With “In My Blood,” Shawn became the first artist to ever have four #1 singles at AC radio before the age of 20.Learn more......

Nickelodeon's JoJo Siwa D.R.E.A.M. The Tour

Nickelodeon star and YouTube sensation JoJo Siwa today announced she is D.R.E.A.M.ing even bigger and has added more dates to Nickelodeon’s JoJo Siwa D.R.E.A.M The Tour and is coming to KFC Yum! Center on Saturday, September 7, 2019. Nickelodeon superstar JoJo Siwa is a YouTube personality, singer, dancer, entrepreneur, social media influencer, New York Times bestselling author and star on Nickelodeon’s Lip Sync Battle Shorties. Siwa connects with her fans through many channels: via social media, where she currently has over 7.4 million followers on Instagram, over 17.1 million followers on TikTok, over 389,000 Twitter followers, almost 500,000 likes on Facebook, and on YouTube, over 8.1 million subscribers with over 1.7 billion views; through her SIWANATORZ club, which stands against negativity and bullying; through her global reach of consumer products including her signature bows, accessories, apparel, arts and crafts, cosmetics, home goods and party supplies; and with her hugely popular singles, “Boomerang,” which has been viewed almost 608 million times and is certified platinum, “Kid in a Candy Store,” “Hold The Drama,” and “High Top Shoes.”Learn more....

Backstreet Boys "DNA World Tour"

The Backstreet Boys analyzed their individual DNA profiles to see what crucial element each member represents in the group’s DNA to create the unstoppable and legendary Backstreet Boys. Beginning in spring 2019, the group will set off on the DNA World Tour - their biggest arena tour in 18 years. Every ticket purchased to the North American headlining tour will include one (1) physical copy of their 10th studio album, DNA. “When this group started 26 years ago – and through all the highs and lows of our career – we’ve had to learn it wasn’t about us as individuals but about what’s best for the group,” says Howie D. “That’s what I love about this album,” adds Kevin Richardson. “We were able to bring all of our influences and styles into one coherent piece of work. These songs are a great representation of who we are as individuals and who we are as a group. It's our DNA. We’re really proud of that.” “The journey is ongoing with us and there is so much left to do,” says Brian Littrell. “We’re living the next chapter that hasn’t been told yet, and that's exciting.”Learn more....

Phil Collins Still Not Dead Yet, Live!

Due to overwhelming demand a limited run of Phil Collins Still Not Dead Yet, Live! dates have been confirmed for fall 2019. The 15-city limited engagement will kick off September 23rd in Dallas, TX and make its way to Louisville on October 9th. Tickets for all dates go on sale Saturday, March 30th. One of the world’s most acclaimed hitmakers with over 100 million record sales and an unstoppable catalogue of Number 1 albums, Phil Collins Still Not Dead Yet, Live! follows his highly successful Phil Collins Not Dead Yet 2018 outing which included multiple sold out dates and will once again feature Phil Collins accompanied by longtime guitarist Daryl Stuermer, keyboardist Brad Cole, bassist Leland Sklar, percussionist Richie Garcia), 4 piece horns & stellar backup vocalists with Phil’s son Nicolas once again handling the iconic drum beats Phil himself made so famous and compelling a generation before.Learn more....

Thomas Rhett Very Hot Summer Tour

Thomas Rhett’s PLATINUM-certified third album LIFE CHANGES (The Valory Music Co.) is the biggest, boldest-sounding record of his career, filled with a diverse batch of songs as he stretches his sound to new limits. Emphasizing his “detailed style of songwriting” (Rolling Stone), LIFE CHANGES was an instant hit upon its release, debuting at No. One on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart, marking the first Country release to take the top spot last year. It also drew a 2018 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album and has been streamed more than 944 million times, delivering a slew of RIAA-certified PLATINUM and GOLD chart-toppers, bringing Thomas Rhett’s No. one tally to 11. His current single “Sixteen” is top 15 and rising at Country radio. Thomas Rhett was named iHeartRadio’s Country Artist of the Year for the second year in a row, following a CMA Triple Play award for penning three No. One songs within a 12-month period (“Die A Happy Man,” “Star of the Show” and Michael Ray’s “Think A Little Less”), adding to his collection of trophies from the Country Music Association, Academy of Country Music, Billboard Music Awards, CMT Music Awards and more. Thomas Rhett is set to bring his critically-acclaimed LIFE CHANGES TOUR to Canada in April of 2019.Learn more.....

Carrie Underwood "The Cry Pretty Tour 360"

Carrie Underwood is back with her Cry Pretty Tour 360! Following her successful “The Storyteller Tour – Stories in the Round,” the new production will feature a brand-new stage in the middle of the arena floor, creating a unique 360-degree setting to allow fans on all sides of the arena an intimate view of the concert. “I love performing in the round,” says Underwood. “It’s so much fun for me and the band to play in every direction and creates a much more intimate and immersive experience for the audience, even in a larger arena setting. It’s been exciting to introduce audiences to Cry Pretty and I can’t wait to bring the new album to life on this tour, along with all of the songs we love to play live. I’m thrilled to be going out with an amazing line-up – Maddie & Tae and Runaway June are incredible artists that are going to bring even more electricity to our shows.”Learn more.....

Celine Dion: Courage World Tour

One of the most immediately recognized and widely respected superstars in pop music history, Celine Dion, announced that she will be embarking on her Courage World Tour, set to kick off in the fall of 2019. The multiple award-winning artist made the announcement to a packed house of fans during a special live event at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles. Unveiling a short video chronicling the end of her iconic Las Vegas residency, Celine surprised the audience with the news of the Courage World Tour, her first U.S. tour in over 10 years. Delighting her fans with a very special performance of songs from her chart-topping catalogue, Dion closed the event with an intimate Q&A with the audience. Watch the full event through a previously recorded Facebook Live here. Celine says, "I'm so grateful to all the fans who have come to see my show in Las Vegas for so many years, and now I get the chance to create a brand new show and bring it to them in North America, and around the world. I'm very excited about this tour, and my new album...coming later this year." The Courage World Tour will kick-off on September 18th in Quebec City and will make its way to Louisville on October 22nd! Get your tickets today!Learn more....

Chris Stapleton's All-American Roadshow

Chris Stapleton will continue his extensive, sold-out “All-American Road Show” through 2019 with newly confirmed performances this summer and fall. The shows will kick-off July 9 at Allentown’s PPL Center and will span through November 2 at Louisville’s KFC Yum Center. The newly confirmed shows follow yet another monumental year for Stapleton, who is nominated in three categories at the 61st GRAMMY Awards: Best Country Album (From A Room: Volume 2) and Best Country Solo Performance (“Millionaire”) as well as Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for his performance on Justin Timberlake’s “Say Something.” Additionally, last year, Stapleton won Male Vocalist of the Year (for the fourth-straight year), Single of the Year (“Broken Halos”) and Song of the Year (“Broken Halos”) at The 52 Annual CMA Awards, Male Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (From A Room: Volume 1 as both artist and producer) at the 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards, Top Country Artist, Top Country Male Artist and Top Country Album (From A Room: Volume 1) at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards and Best Country Album (From A Room: Volume 1), Best Country Song (“Broken Halos”) and Best Country Solo Performance (“Either Way”) at the 60th GRAMMY Awards.Learn more.....

The Chainsmokers: World War Joy Tour

Grammy Award-winning artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers have announced their massive “WORLD WAR JOY” North American headline arena tour for fall. Multi-platinum band 5 Seconds of Summer, who is featured on The Chainsmokers’ latest single “Who Do You Love,” will be joining all dates along with rising pop star Lennon Stella, who is opening the show. The 41-city tour, produced by Live Nation, will come to the KFC Yum! Center on November 6, 2019. The tour announcement comes on the heels of The Chainsmokers’ latest single “Who Do You Love” featuring 5 Seconds of Summer. Released last week via Disruptor Records / Columbia Records, the track immediately shot to No. 1 on iTunes and has already accumulated nearly 14 million combined global streams to date. Additionally, the track was added to Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist in 37 countries, added to their largest playlist Today’s Top Hits and added to Today’s Hits on Apple Music. Learn more.....

Furniture Painting Class for Beginners

Learn how to chalk paint your own furniture and transform it back to new. You will learn the basics and importance of proper prep work and easy painting and waxing techniques. Learn how easy it can be to create something beautiful that you will treasure forever. Instructor: JoAnn Thompson, Owner of Country Girl Can DesignsClass dates: 1st class--- May 18, 2019 6p-8p 2nd class --- June 1, 2019 6p-8p 3rd class--- June 6, 2019 6p-8p

Ambition Fit Camp

Ambition Fitness and Athleta are proud to announce the first inaugural Ambition FitCamp! Kick off your summer with an all-out fitness party at Cherokee Park's Dog Hill. Ambition FitCamp will feature our favorite bootcamps, awesome music, Athleta swag, live raffles, great vendors, and more! The best part? Ambition FitCamp is Ladies-Only! Grab your best girls and take your pick of 3 bootcamps, held at 8:30, 10:00 and 11:30. Each bootcamp can accommodate up to 60 women and will mimic the workouts we offer in our studio. The party doesn't stop there - stick around to enjoy a day in the park with our incredible fitness industry partners like Athleta, Phocus caffeinated water, and Fleet Feet Louisville just to name a few. It wouldn’t be a party on Dog Hill without dogs! 10% of our proceeds will be donated to the Pit Bulls of St. Francis, a local nonprofit animal rescue that adopted out 246 dogs in 2018. And yes, they will have dogs on site that would absolutely LOVE to meet their new forever family! FitCamp Headlining Partner: Athleta Athleta launched “The Power of She” Campaign in 2016, which brought to the life the brand’s mission to ignite a community of active women, inclusivity, confidence and celebrate the power of sisterhood. We couldn’t have said it better. Athleta will be providing swag bags to all attendees who choose the $29 ticket, raffling off Athleta shop cards after every bootcamp, and showcasing their newest athleisure on-site at the event!On-Site Collaborating Companies: Phocus Water – grab a complimentary zero-calorie energy boost Fleet Feet Louisville – hydrate at their water station and check our your next pair of athletic shoes and accessories from industry-leading brands Molly Malone's Highlands – refuel with some well-deserved local food that we all know and love! FUEL Meal Prep – try free food samples and grab freshly made coffee drinks, protein, and tea Frenchies Modern Nail Care – learn about the newest healthy nail-care services and products offered! Anza Botanicals – add some nature into your home or office with stylish and brightening plant accents from a local woman-owned company **More to be announced**Live Raffle Items (including, but not limited to): Athleta shop cards Frenchies Modern Nail Care basket (a $200 value) Blush Boutique Gift Card LouVino: Louisville - Highlands Gift Card Green District Salads Gift Card Life Bar Gift CardTicketing: Bootcamp Only: $19 Bootcamp, Athleta Swag Bag & Event Tank Top: $29Instructions for Sign Up: 1. Download our app or go to http://bit.ly/AmbitionFitCamp and select "Ambition FitCamp" under Memberships. 2. Choose your desired package and proceed with purchase. 3. Select May 11 on the schedule and book into the 8:30am, 10:00am or 11:30am bootcamp. They will all be the same bootcamp.

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Monday, April 22, 2019

Memorial Day Celebration with guest Speaker Wayne Hettinger

On Saturday May 25, 2019 Waggener High School (330 S. Hubbards Ln.) will host a celebration for inactive / active war veterans including family and Waggener High School Alumni. This event is from 12 pm to 4 pm Saturday May 25, 2019. Food, drinks, ice cream and cake will be provided. Also, Mission BBQ will be catering for everyone to enjoy some of their great food. Activities such as face painting, fire hats for kids and Dave and Buster games will be on-site also. Get your photo taken next to military vehicles and placed on the display board for everyone to see! For more info please contract Chris Johnson at (502) 727-9280.

An Evening of Remembrance

FREE concert sponsored by Semper Grati Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Louisville, in conjunction with Louisville Master Chorale. In honor of Memorial Day to honor those who paid the ultimate price and to thank those who have served. Mark Walker, concertmaster, along with Jack Griffin, instrumentals. Vocal and instrumental selections range from Handel to traditional to movie themes. St. Agnes Church, 1920 Newburg Rd.

ECHO at Southwick

Louisville ECHO (Louisville is Engaging Children Outdoors) is focused on providing equitable “cradle to career” access to nature for Louisville youth and families. It has multiple components, including out-of-school time components via the ECHO Mobile or through partner community centers. The ECHO Mobile brings outdoor nature play to neighborhood parks and community centers throughout Louisville. The ECHO Mobile will include activities such as digging tables, Fort Village, Music Zone, and a variety of natural materials and nature play opportunities. Come and join the fun! To receive information about where the ECHO Mobile will be near you via an e-newsletter, e-mail louisvilleecho@louisvilleky.gov. More information about Louisville ECHO can be found at www.louisvilleecho.com

Friday, April 19, 2019

Hal and Ben's Bike-In Movie Night Tyler Park

FREE Community event! Hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and produced by Ben Sollee & Hal Riedling October 19 Tyler Park Plan to walk, drive or ride your bike to each of these great neighborhood parks to enjoy live local music, food trucks, brew, games and more. The evening culminates with a family-friendly movie.* Activities and Music starts at 5:00pm, movie starts at dusk. Each Neighborhood Bike‐In event is curated to promote each park’s unique local neighborhood, artists, organizations and businesses.

Hal and Ben's Bike-In Victory Park

FREE Community event! Hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and produced by Ben Sollee & Hal Riedling September 21 Victory Park October 19 Tyler Park Plan to walk, drive or ride your bike to each of these great neighborhood parks to enjoy live local music, food trucks, brew, games and more. The evening culminates with a family-friendly movie.* Activities and Music starts at 5:00pm, movie starts at dusk. Each Neighborhood Bike‐In event is curated to promote each park’s unique local neighborhood, artists, organizations and businesses.

Hal and Ben's Bike-In Movie Night Boone Square Park

FREE Community event! Hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and produced by Ben Sollee & Hal Riedling August 17 Boone Square September 21 Victory Park October 19 Tyler Park Plan to walk, drive or ride your bike to each of these great neighborhood parks to enjoy live local music, food trucks, brew, games and more. The evening culminates with a family-friendly movie.* Activities and Music starts at 5:00pm, movie starts at dusk. Each Neighborhood Bike‐In event is curated to promote each park’s unique local neighborhood, artists, organizations and businesses.

Hal and Ben's Bike-In Movie Night Series Bingham Park

Okay, so there's no movie at this one. But there will be music, food trucks, games, and more! FREE Community event! Hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and produced by Ben Sollee & Hal Riedling, this year’s Neighbrohood Bike-In series includes five dates in five Olmsted neighborhood parks: July 20 Bingham Park *no movie* August 17 Boone Square September 21 Victory Park October 19 Tyler Park Plan to walk, drive or ride your bike to each of these great neighborhood parks to enjoy live local music, food trucks, brew, games and more. The evening culminates with a family-friendly movie.* Activities and Music starts at 5:00pm, movie starts at dusk. Each Neighborhood Bike‐In event is curated to promote each park’s unique local neighborhood, artists, organizations and businesses.

Hal and Ben's Bike-In Movie Night Series Shelby Park

FREE Community event! Hosted by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and produced by Ben Sollee & Hal Riedling, this year’s Neighbrohood Bike-In series includes five dates in five Olmsted neighborhood parks: June 15 Shelby Park July 20 Bingham Park *no movie* August 17 Boone Square September 21 Victory Park October 19 Tyler Park Plan to walk, drive or ride your bike to each of these great neighborhood parks to enjoy live local music, food trucks, brew, games and more. The evening culminates with a family-friendly movie.* Activities and Music starts at 5:00pm, movie starts at dusk. Each Neighborhood Bike‐In event is curated to promote each park’s unique local neighborhood, artists, organizations and businesses.

Short. Track. Racing.

Short track MTB racing takes place on a ~3/4 mile trail and is a cross between a criterium, cyclo-cross and single-track off-road racing. Racers do multiple laps on the short 3-5 minute course, with races running in length between 5 minutes for kids up to 30+ minutes for the Advanced category. The short track MTB course is designed to be fast, fun and very spectator friendly. Come hungry. Not only for racing but also for food...Blackrock Grill has amazing burgers and will be out each week making the place smell good.

Cultivating Compassion Louisville: Public Talk

Join Thupten Jinpa, principal English translator for the Dalai Lama and creator of Compassion Cultivation Training, and Leah Weiss, specialist in teaching compassion in everyday contexts, to learn how to rewire your mind and transform your heart in response to life’s inevitable difficulties. Explore the emerging Science of Compassion as it sheds light on compassionate living and creating a peace-filled world.

Compassion Cultivation Symposium

Explore rejuvenating and supportive practices for teachers, healthcare providers, religious and civic leaders. Thupten Jinpa and Leah Weiss will facilitate interactive and practical ways to cultivate compassion in the work or home setting and within oneself.

Cultivating Social Enterprise in Business

Canopy Ky hosts an evening of compelling conversations between Thupten Jinpa, Leah Weiss, and local, innovative business leaders, moderated by Mayor Greg Fischer. In line with Canopy’s mission of supporting good business in Kentucky, the event will highlight the role of for-profit social enterprise in a challenging and dynamic world.

Whiskey Wars: Kentucky vs. the World

You're invited to sample 6 whiskeys - 3 from Kentucky & 3 from the wider world - while enjoying a 3 course meal! Plus, enter a raffle for our grand prize! One lucky winner will receive a Down One Lounge Party for 15 of your closest friends and a $200 Down One Gift Cards towards the bill.On May 14th: Doors will open at 7:00 pm - and so will the cash bar! Dinner will begin at 7:30 pm - groups will blind taste two whiskeys with each of the three courses and will pick their favorite from each round. After dinner ends (at approximately 9:00 pm), the results will be tabulated, and we will announce the the crowd's favorite Bourbons and/or Whiskeys. Finally, we'll draw the winning name for our raffle - winner must be present. *Cash bar closes at 10:00 pm PURCHASE TICKETS

2019 GK U.S. Classic Senior Women's Session

On July 19 & 20, 2019, the GK U.S. Classic will make its first appearance at the KFC Yum Center in Louisville, Ky. The GK U.S. Classic features athletes competing on the junior and senior levels and is the last opportunity for female gymnasts to qualify for the U.S. Championships, the national championships for men’s and women’s gymnastics. Gymnasts who have already qualified to nationals use the GK U.S. Classic as a final tune-up for the U.S. Championships. In addition, the GK Hopes Championships, which features young, aspiring female gymnasts who are just below the elite level, is held the day before the GK U.S. Classic.Learn more......

2019 GK U.S. Classic Hopes Championships

2019 GK U.S. Classic

Disney On ice Presents 100 Years of Magic

The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic. This monumental ice skating spectacular is coming to KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, from May 16 to 19. Audiences will be a part of the magic of Disney as Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse leads a parade of more than 50 beloved characters starring Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and featuring an ensemble of Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. The wintry wonderland of Disney’s Frozen also comes to life with Anna, Elsa, and the hilarious Olaf, as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Exciting moments from Disney•Pixar’s Finding Nemo, Disney’s Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime.Learn more.....

Disney On Ice Presents 100 Years of Magic

Thursday, April 18, 2019

Pentatonix: The World Tour

Three-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum-selling artist Pentatonix have announced a 45-date tour produced by Live Nation to kick off their World Tour. Emmy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling recording artist Rachel Platten will join as special guest on all dates. The KFC Yum! Center hosts the tour on Sunday, May 26, 2019. Learn more.....

Lady Shred to Celebrate Women's Mountain Bike Day

Saturday, May 4th, 10am before Derby Meet at the gravel lot across from Frisbee Field for an all ages ride Decorate your helmet, dress up in Derby style, or decorate your bike! Celebrate International Women's Mountain Bike Day!

Black Lips with Wooing and Voodoo Economics

Black Lips with Wooing and Voodoo Economics Thursday, May 2 2019 Doors will open at 8 pm // Show will begin at 9 pm Tickets - $15 adv | $18 dosLearn more.....

Down ‘n’ Derby MusicFest

Down ‘n’ Derby MusicFest featuring Davisson Brothers Band with Dave Ernst & the Early Favorites and Young Heirlooms Friday, May 3 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $12 GA ADV | $15 GA DOS | $18 Reserved Seat Rail Upstairs | $20 Reserved SeatLearn more.....

Sarah Reeves with Special Guests Steven Malcolm and Svrcina

Sarah Reeveswith Special Guests Steven Malcolm and Svrcina Wednesday, May 8 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - ADV: $15 | DOS: $20 | VIP: $40Learn more.....

The Motet

The Motet Thursday, May 9 2019 Doors will open at 7pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $17Learn more.....

California Guitar Trio & Montreal Guitar Trio

California Guitar Trio & Montreal Guitar Trio Friday, May 10 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $25Learn more....

Bright Light Social Hour with Walker Lukens and The Cunning

91.9 WFPK Presents Bright Light Social Hour with Walker Lukens and The Cunning Sunday, May 12 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $12 ADV | $15 DOSLearn more......

Colter Wall with Kacy and Clayton

91.9 WFPK Roots N' Boots Presents Colter Wall with Kacy and Clayton Wednesday, May 15 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $20 ADV | $22 DOSLearn more......

John Paul White with Erin Rae

91.9 WFPK PresentsJohn Paul White with Erin Rae Thursday, May 16 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm Doors // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - $15 GA Standing | $22.50 Reserved SeatedLearn more....

The Devil Makes Three with Ditrani Brothers

WFPK Roots N Boots Presents The Devil Makes Three with Ditrani Brothers Friday, May 17 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - ADV $22.50 | DOS $25Learn more....

Thundercat

WFPK's Night Visions Radio Presents Thundercat Saturday, May 18 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm Price - $25Learn more.....

Fred Armisen Comedy for Musicians but Everyone is Welcome

Fred Armisen Comedy for Musicians but Everyone is Welcome Monday, May 20 2019 Doors will open at 7 pm // Show will begin at 8 pm ADV $30 | DOS $35Learn more.....

The Millennium Tour Featuring B2K

Multi-platinum R&B group B2K (Omarion, Boog, Fizz and Raz-B), will kick off a limited engagement tour entitled “The Millennium Tour” along with R&B crooner, Mario. Also scheduled to perform; Pretty Ricky, Lloyd, Ying Yang Twins, Chingy, and Bobby V. Don’t miss the Millennial concert party of the year!Learn more....

The Trifecta Gala

The Trifecta Gala is the Premier Kentucky Derby Eve event of the year. Red carpet. Black tie. Food. Libations. Music. Memories for a lifetime. Mix and mingle with celebrities and some of the biggest names in the history of entertainment & music, while giving back to charity. There is no better place in the country to experience the essence of the Kentucky Derby and no better event to experience world-class entertainment. Do not miss this once in a lifetime chance to see Usher up close and personal.Learn more.....

WWE Smackdown Live

WWE Smackdown Live returns to the KFC Yum! Center on Tuesday, May 7th! Don't miss your chance to see Naomi, Becky Lynch, AJ Styles, Daniel Bryan, Charlotte Flair, Randy Orton, and Rey Mysterio.Learn more....

TOOL

Tool comes to the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville for what is going to be an amazing and entertaining concert experience.Learn more....

mewithoutYou, Cursive with The Appleseed Cast

mewithoutYou and Cursive with The Appleseed Cast Thursday, May 23 2019 Doors open at 7 pm// Show will begin at 8 pm Tickets - Adv $20 | Dos $20Learn more....

Audubon Park Dogwood Festival

48th Annual Dogwood Festival at Henderson Park, Saturday, April 27 2019 Proudly Presented by The City of Audubon Park (LOUISVILLE, KY) -- The City of Audubon Park is proud to present the 48th Annual Dogwood Festival at Henderson Park on Saturday, April 27 from 3 - 10 p.m. A staple of the Audubon community since 1971, the Dogwood Festival celebrates the arrival of spring and the beautiful dogwood blooms our city enjoys each year. The Dogwood Festival is family-friendly and free to attend, with all food and beverage proceeds going toward the Audubon Park Parks and Recreation Board for continued community improvement. Kicking off the festivities this year, The City of Audubon Park has teamed up with Vic’s Classic Bikes to host the Ride into Spring Family Bike Ride on Friday, April 26, at 5:30 p.m. Interested riders should meet in the parking lot of the Audubon Park Country Club any time after 5 p.m. and plan for the ride to conclude around 6:30 p.m. All participants are invited to Vic’s Classic Bikes afterward for light refreshments. *Children must be accompanied by an adult. On Saturday, the Dogwood Festival will feature live performances by the Disney Sing-a-Long Girls, a School of Rock Performance Band, Bourbon Bluegrass Revival, and THAT Band. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase from local food truck favorites like Black Rock Grill, Smoking Cantina, Bourbon Bent BBQ, Captain’s Kitchen, and more.Learn more.....

Youth Opera Camp

A perfect summer day camp for your young performer. During this week, each camper will have the opportunity to create, act, sing, and explore within a supportive environment with age appropriate skill building. Professional teaching artists will guide students to create musically theatrical narratives, build social skills, and promote personal growth. Family and friends will be invited to attend the end-of-week camp showcase. Financial assistance is available for those that need. DETAILS: Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19, 2019 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Camp Showcase, Friday, July 19, 4:30 pmPROGRAM FEE: $375 per participant Nonrefundable registration fee: $25LOCATION: Todd Hall and the MeX, located at the Kentucky Center 501 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202REGISTRATION: Camp registration open now through Friday, May 10, 2019 $25 Registration fee is nonrefundable and is applied to the program fees Last day for withdrawal with refund is Friday, May 17, 2019 Late registration dependent on availability. Learn more....

2019 Walk & Roll

May 18, 2019 at Kids Center's Central Campus (982 Eastern Parkway) Since 2005, the Walk and Roll has raised more than $1.8 million in support of our mission, and there are still many years of support to come! Visit kidscenterky.org/walk to register your team and share your reasons for participating! This page will give you a quick and easy way to donate to your team. Tell friends, family, and co-workers about Kids Center and why you are helping raise money! Ask them to donate to support our mission and your team in the walk! Join us at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 18th at Kids Center's Central Campus for a leisurely route and some family fun! After our walk, kids of all abilities can enjoy prizes, games, activities, and food!Learn more.....

Bourbon by the Bridge

Join CASA for the 7th Annual Bourbon by the Bridge on Saturday, June 8, 2019, a premier tasting event featuring 18+ distilleries and catered by Ladyfingers. The event will be held under the 2nd Street Bridge between Washington and Witherspoon Streets. Guests enjoy a wide variety of distilleries and spirits offering all you can taste pours and cocktails. Ladyfingers Catering will provide heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts. $65 Early bird tickets are limited and available until May 18 or until sold out. Individual tickets are $75 per person, which gains entry into the event, unlimited tastings, food, and commemorative Old Fashion glass. No seating, but hi-top tables are available. Designated Driver tickets are available for $25. Limited tables are available, which seats 10 persons. All proceeds will go to supporting vulnerable children in greater Louisville. For table requests, contact Amabelle@casarr.orgLearn more..... Participating Distilleries: Barton 1792 Bluegrass Distillers Boone County Distilling Buffalo Trace Castle & Key Corsair Distillery Dueling Grounds Distillery Four Roses Heaven Hill Jefferson's Jim Beam Limestone Branch Michter's New Riff Distillery Rivulet Town Branch Bourbon/Lexington Brewing & distilling Wild Turkey Woodford Reserve

Midnight Star at Fourth Street Live!

Kentuckys own, Midnight Star, will return to Louisville for an incredible night of entertainment, Sunday May 26th at Fourth Street Live!. Show begins at 6 PM. This is a FREE event. Must be 21+ to attend Tickets not required. NO COOLERS are permitted. Learn more....

17th Annual JDRF Awareness Ride and Poker Run

This year you have a one and/or two day ride options available. ALL TWO DAY RIDERS MUST PRE-REGISTER BY 7-25-19. DAY ONE (first ride) will meet at Bluegrass Harley Davidson 11701 Gateworth Way Louisville, Ky. Ride day check-in begins at 9:00 am. Ride will leave at 10:00 am rain or shine; all make of motorcycles welcome. The ride includes an exciting stop at Kentucky Speedway- with the option to ride your motorcycle on the track for $15.00 per motorcycle. First day ride will end at Rising Star Casino on Saturday night (Special room rate $99+taxes are available.)DAY TWO (second ride) will meet at the two-story Administration building at the Kentucky Truck Plant 3001 Chamberlain Lane. Ride will leave at 11:00 am. Additional raffle tickets, poker hands and Silent Auction items will be available for purchase that day. Second day ride will end at Mike Linnigs Restaurant. Please visit the web site www.FordKTPCares.com for more information. - Louisville KY. Ride shirts available for $15.00 also. -Rider fee $30 includes lunch water stop snacks and poker hand -For Aug. 18th Passenger fee $30 includes lunch water stop snacks and poker hand. -For Aug. 18th Customized ride shits $15.00 each.-Contact -Rex Spalding (502) 432-4879

6th Annual Derby City Bourbon & Cigar Bash

Portion Of Proceeds for this event go to benefiting Cigars For Warriors! This will once again be THE Cigar Event of the YEAR! Ticket Price includes Swag Bag, 7 Cigars, Butane, Lighter, Cutter, Magnet, Matches, Bulleit Bourbon Commemorative OVAL Highball Glass, other goodies, Buffet, 4 samples of your choice of the 4 Bulleit Bourbons, Cash Bar, and TONS of cool Door Prizes including a grill just in time for Derby from our friends at Lowes again this year. SIX Cigar Manufacturers, Cutters by Hutch & a CRAZY Xikar Sale PLUS Cigars For Wariors will be represented! We will also have live music this year by Dean Heckel. We have seperated the drawings this year between attendees and CFW Donations so there will be some Cigars For Warriors ONLY Door Prizes. Be sure to bring sticks and/or cash to donate at their table to be eligible for some cool items. We will also be having a fun 50/50 game (50% to winner / 50% to CFW) so bring an extra $1 Bill to try and win some CASH & an extra prize! One of the CFW giveaways includes your choice of a Kirinite Cutter in KY BLUE or UL RED donated by Hutch! Plus, we are matching your donations stick for stick and dollar for dollar! Last year we donated over 300 Cigars and over $300 in cash to Cigars For Warriors! Let's top that this year! We have 3 ticket levels this year (General, VIP & Spouse). VIP Ticket Holders receive a Travel Humidor, Quad Torch Lighter/Punch, Vertigo Cutter, Preferred Seating Area (weather permitting) & 4:30 Early Check-in. VIP Tickets are limited to 30 and sell out every year so get them before they are gone. Along with your free cigars, we will have DEEP discounts on packs of cigars from each manufacturer! Drew Estate, Altadis, General, Rocky Patel, LFD & Miami Cigar will all be represented plus you will get a RARE Costa Rican Maduro from Mike & his crew. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE! We have partnered with South Park Country Club for the future of this event and they will be there to talk about their facilities and everything they have to offer. South Park Country Club is the most relaxed, and affordable private club in the Louisville area. Encompassing 275 acres of beautiful scenic land and 40 acres of lakes.Learn more....

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Street Closure: Cherokee Triangle Art Fair

Start Date & Time: 4/26/2019 at 7:00am End Date & Time: 4/27/2019 at 8:00pm Road Closure: Cherokee Rd from Longest to Willow; Cherokee Pkwy from alley west of Cherokee Rd(Castleman Statue) to Willow; Cherokee Rd from Castleman Statue to Midland; Everett Ave from Longest to Midland

Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Board of Zoning Adjustment Public Hearing 19VARIANCE1021 2311 Longest Ave

You are invited to attend a review of VARIANCES for rear and side yard setbacks of an existing deck addition to a singlefamily residence. Subject Property: 2311 Longest Avenue Case Number: 19VARIANCE1021 Case Manager: Zach Schwager (Zachary.Schwager@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Board of Zoning Adjustment Date: MONDAY, May 6, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard Location: OLD JAIL AUDITORIUM, 514 W. LIBERTY STREET

Neighborhood Meeting for 19CUP1046 1368 Barret Ave

On April 23rd at 7:00pm, a neighborhood meeting will be held to discuss a proposed application for a conditional use permit for a short term rental at 1368 Barret Ave. The meeting will be held at 1368 Barret Ave.

Valerie June with Parker Gispert

91.9 WFPK Presents Valerie June with Parker Gispert Monday, April 29 2019 Doors will open at 7:00 pm // Show will begin at 8:00 pm Ticket price: $25Learn more.....

Durand Jones and The Indications

Durand Jones & the Indications with The Savage Radley and DJ Kim Sorise of The Spinsters Union of Louisville Doors will open at 7:00 pm Show will begin at 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: ADV $12 | DOS $15Learn more....

Architectural Review Committee Public Meeting 19COA1063 2407 Ransdell Avenue

You are invited to attend a Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee meeting for review of a proposal to construct a masonry retaining wall along the front sidewalk. Subject Property: 2407 Ransdell Avenue Case Number: 19COA1063 Case Manager: Anthony Schneider (Anthony.schneider2@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 4:30 P.M. and continue until all cases are heard Location: 444 S. Fifth Street, Conference Room 101

Architectural Review Committee 19COA1098 2211 Cherokee Parkway

You are invited to attend an Architectural Review Committee meeting for review of a proposal for a carriage house addition to an existing garage. Subject Property: 2211 Cherokee Parkway Case Number: 19COA1098 Case Manager: Becky Gorman (Becky.gorman@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 4:30 P.M. and continue until all cases are heard Location: 444 S. Fifth Street, Conference Room 101

Architectural Review Committee Public Meeting 19COA1084 1266 Everett Avenue

You are invited to attend an Architectural Review Committee meeting for review of a proposal for demolition of the majority of the existing garage and construction of a garage. Subject Property: 1266 Everett Avenue Case Number: 19COA1084 Case Manager: Becky Gorman (Becky.gorman@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 4:30 P.M. and continue until all cases are heard Location: 444 S. Fifth Street, Conference Room 101

Board of Zoning Adjustment Public Hearing 19VARIANCE1031 and 19NONCONFORM1012 2014 Bonnycastle Ave

You are invited to attend a review for a VARIANCE (19VARIANCE1031) from the Land Development Code to allow a private yard area to be less than the required 30% of the area of a lot and a CHANGE IN NONCONFORMING USE (19NONCONFORM1012) to allow one of the three dwelling units that is located in the principal structure to be moved to a new accessory structure. Subject Property: 2014 Bonnycastle Avenue Case Numbers: 19VARIANCE1031 and 19NONCONFORM1012 Case Manager: Zach Schwager (Zachary.Schwager@louisvilleky.gov) Application Date: April 1, 2019 Meeting Type: Board of Zoning Adjustment Date: MONDAY, May 20, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard Location: OLD JAIL AUDITORIUM, 514 W. LIBERTY STREET

Monday, April 15, 2019

Family Spring Fling

Join us at Molly Leonard Portland Community Center as we celebrate the Family Spring Fling! Come enjoy games, food, win prizes and play your favorite sport with Rec On The Go. Thank you to our sponsors for making this possible, Jefferson County Public Schools, Kentucky State University Land Grant Program, 4-H, and Neighborhood Place

Egg Hunt and Hike for Dogs

In partnership with Louisville Metro Animal Services, JMF will host a spring egg hunt for dogs! This event has been rescheduled from the April 7th cancellation due to rain. Bring your furry friend to the Forest for a short hike, followed by an egg hunt for special treats. This is a great opportunity to meet adoptable dogs and maybe bring one home! All dogs must remain on a leash and under control of owner at all times. Please remember to clean up after your furry friends. Meet in the Horine Reservation parking lot at 4pm.

Egg Hunt and Hike for Dogs

Basketball Academy Tryouts

Join us April 20th 10:00am to 12:00pm at Cyril Allgeier Community for our first ever basketball tryouts! Contact Brady Buckley for more details at 502-574-4515 or email brady.buckley@louisvilleky.gov

Louisville Quest- The Original

Scavenger hunt, sight-seeing tour and race, all in one. Meet at the Belle of Louisville wharf to begin your adventure. It's our Original Route- where it all began! Enjoy pizza & an award ceremony with other competing teams, after you find us to end your Quest! Learn more....

Mint Julep Quest

Scavenger Hunt, sight-seeing tour & race. Several Mint Julep related activities will be added to our New Adventure route to celebrate Mint Julep month. Learn more.....

Calligraphy for Beginners

Learn the art of beautiful writing in calligraphy. You will be guided through the basics of calligraphy using a calligraphy pen and practice pages. Once you have the basics continue working at your own pace at home with practice pages that you can take with you. This class is for beginners or those who have not practiced in a while. Perfect for those who have a wedding or special event coming up, or for anyone who wants to address notes and holiday cards in a beautiful style. Supplies are included: calligraphy pen, practice paper and samples, and are yours to take with you.Learn more....

Prohibition Tour and Tasting

Take a step back in time in this Prohibition themed distillery tour! See the "tools" bootleggers used to make moonshine in the early 20's when alcohol was prohibited in the U.S. and walk among a collection of historical memorabilia of the era. You'll hear true accounts of the crazy and often dangerous things that were done to illegally produce, transport, and sell liquor along with hearing the shocking things our government may have done to try and stop them! Experience how they handcraft their liquor today and the similarities between now and then. After the tour, wander over to their tasting bar and enjoy their spirits! Your choice of three tastes included in the ticket. Proceeds for this event will go to My Dog Eats First.Learn more.... .

Derby Horseshoe Wreath Workshop

Get ready for Derby season by making your own custom wreath. Your neighbors will love your unique Derby inspired horseshoe wreath! Bring your friends and meet new people as you create a beautiful wreath under the guidance of wreathmaker and entrepreneur, Stephanie Feger. Taught by: Stephanie Feger is the owner of Color Today Pretty and author of the new book "Color Today Pretty: An Inspirational Guide to Living a Life in Perspective." As a professional speaker, author, communications and marketing consultant, and home decor business owner, she shares her stories of inspiration through creativity, authenticity, and vulnerability.Learn more.....

Nailing Negotiation like a Boss

If you find yourself wasting away wondering why you haven't gotten a raise or been given the lead on a major project then this class has your name on it. Understand the building blocks of negotiation as you learn to advocate for yourself and your company. Explore what it means to set work expectations and create understanding with clients -- because the hard truth is that no one else is going to do it for you. Bring your lunch and join us for this engaging and enlightening negotiation workshop!Learn more....

Kentucky Derby Handicapping Dinner

2019 ANNUAL KENTUCKY DERBY HANDICAPPING DINNER April 29, 2019 | 6:00pm Cocktails | 6:30pm Dinner Join us on Monday, April 29th at 6:30pm for our Annual Kentucky Derby Handicapping Dinner with Mark Coomes and Jody Demling This three-course dinner and presentation is $65 per person excluding tax and gratuity. You'll be ahead of the curve once you hear our experts' picks, but seating is limited. Call 502-894-8838 or email welovebourbon@bourbonsbistro.com. Mark Coomes covered sports and a dilettantish mix of other topics great and small in 20 years at The Courier-Journal, The (Monroe, La.) News-Star, USA Today, Florida Today and The Cats' Pause. Jody Demling is the publisher of http://bit.ly/2ImqXfZ and http://WKUInsider.com, both sites on the 247Sports network.Learn more.....

Dr. Dog & Shakey Graves with Caroline Rose

All Ages / Adv. $35 / Dos. $40 Dr. Dog & Shakey Graves with Caroline Rose Produced by Live Nation and Production Simple as part of the Coors Light Iroquois Amphitheater Concert SeriesLearn more.....

FridayFest at Highview Park

All Ages / Free Killer Lips with Don Pedigo Produced by Production Simple Each concert will take place every other Friday from May through August and the event is open to the public, family friendly, and free. Local vendors will be on hand with a variety of food options, and people are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show. Highview Park is located at 7201 Outer Loop, (enter through Briscoe Lane.) Gates will open at 5:00 p.m. and music begins at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to check our Facebook page for weekly updates on openers and food trucks.Learn more....

The Honky Tonk Band with Southern Sirens All Ages/ Open To The Public Each concert will take place every other Friday from May through August and the event is open to the public, family friendly, and free. Local vendors will be on hand with a variety of food options, and people are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show. Highview Park is located at 7201 Outer Loop, (enter through Briscoe Lane.) Gates will open at 5:00 p.m. and music begins at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to check our Facebook page for weekly updates on openers and food trucks.Learn more....

Board of Zoning Adjustment Public Hearing 19VARIANCE1029 1200 Bardstown Road

You are invited to attend a review for a VARIANCE to allow a structure to encroach into the required rear yard setback. Subject Property: 1200 Bardstown Road Case Number: 19VARIANCE1029 Case Manager: Zach Schwager (Zachary.Schwager@louisvilleky.gov) Meeting Type: Board of Zoning Adjustment Date: Monday, May 20, 2019 Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard Location: OLD JAIL AUDITORIUM, 514 W. LIBERTY STREET

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Brightside Post-Thunder Cleanup

Make a difference this spring by joining Brightside to help keep Louisville clean and green! Volunteers will meet at the parking lot at the base of the Big Four Bridge and work from there to the University of Louisville Row House. Brightside will provide all supplies and as a thank you, each volunteer will receive a commemorative metal Kentucky Derby Festival pin that will provide entry to more than 60 events throughout the duration of the festival. For more information, please call our office at 502-574-2613

Brightside Post-Thunder Cleanup

Brightside & Passport Community-Wide Cleanup

Registration for the 2019 Brightside & Passport Health Plan Spring Community-Wide Cleanup is open! We encourage all residents to take part in the spring 2019 Brightside & Passport Health Plan Spring Community-Wide Cleanup on Saturday, April 13th . The event is a great service opportunity for boy/girl scouts, sports teams, faith groups and community organizations. It could also be a corporate team bonding opportunity! Cleanups are an integral part of Brightside's mission and without the help of volunteer groups, and many other volunteers throughout the year, Brightside could not achieve their goals of a cleaner, greener Louisville. Neighborhoods can hold their own cleanups at any point throughout the year and we can provide gloves and bags for each Neighborhood Cleanup. We will work with Solid Waste Management to have the collected litter bags picked up. Give us a call at (502) 574-2613 or register online about two weeks prior to your event to schedule your cleanup and for information about getting supplies. Thanks to each and every volunteer who supports the Brightside & Passport Health Plan Community-Wide Cleanup, for your time and dedication – we can’t do it without you!

Brightside & Passport Community-Wide Cleanup

2019 Responsible Recycling Event

It’s an opportunity to clean out the garage, the attic, and the basement of those things that have been collecting dust over the years and get them to a place where someone else might be able to use them, or where they can be safely disposed. Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9) announces the Annual Responsible Recycling Event set for Saturday May 18th between 9:30am and 12:30pm at the Louisville Water Tower Park, 3005 River Road. The Free Responsible Recycling Event is open to all Louisville Metro residents. It is easy to participate. Just gather what you would like to recycle, then drive up and drop your items off at the appropriate vendor. Businesses will not be allowed to participate at this event. A multitude of items will be accepted for recycling, reuse, or safe disposal, including paper for shredding, Haz Bin items and old, expired and unused medications. The following items will also be accepted: BATTERIES - Rechargeable ONLY. BOOKS - Friends of the Library will be onsite to collect GENTLY used books (hardbacks & paperbacks, NO magazines). COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS - Genie Recycling will be on-site collecting monitors, terminals, computer towers, laptops, printers, copiers, fax machines, scanners, keyboard/ mice, cables & wires, phones, iPads, small electronics, VHS/DVD players, stereo, etc. DRUG DISPOSAL - LMPD will be onsite for safe collection of unused and expired medications. HANDHELD ELECTRONICS - cell phones, cell phone accessories, iPods, tablets, MP3 players. MEDICAL SURPLUS ITEMS - walkers, wheelchairs, orthopedic items, diabetic supplies, ace bandages, gauze pads, canes, etc. SHOES - WaterStep will be on-site collecting new and gently used shoes. Must be dry and free of mold SHREDDING - All Shred will be on-site to securely shred paper documents ONLY. Please put documents in paper bags for shredding. Please note, TVs will not be accepted this year onsite, but may be recycled at the Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue. Click here for a flyer with additional vendor information. Visit http://bit.ly/2UNMrbh for more information, or contact Councilman Hollander’s office at 574-1109.