 As you celebrate the 4th of July Holiday this year, whether you are enjoying backyard cookouts and fireworks at home, attending one of the the free events around Louisville or traveling out of town, please put safety first.
Leave Fireworks to the Professionals.
Don't think that fireworks are safe just because they're legal in your area. The largest share of fireworks injuries are caused by Class C fireworks, the kind that are legal in many states. No common fireworks item shall be offered for sale if it has as part of its device any wings, fins, or other mechanism designed to cause the device to fly, or if it carries a cautionary label which includes in its description any of the following terms: "explosive," "emits flaming pellets", "flaming balls," "firecracker," "report," or "rocket;".
Know the Symptoms of heat-related illnesses.
During the summer a combination of high heat and high humidity can be very dangerous. Everyone needs to be careful, especially those at risk during these weather conditions.
Symptoms include Rapid breathing; Weakness or fainting; More tired than usual; Headache; Confusion.
Initial Treatment should be 1. Call for help 2. Remove excess clothing from the person 3. Cool the person with lukewarm water, by sponging or bathing 4. Move the person to a cooler location. 5. If conscious, give the person sips of cool water, not ice cold water. Always In an emergency
Call 911
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The offices of the Louisville Metro Council and the Metro Council Clerk will be closed on Friday in observance of the Fourth of July Holiday.
City services will be delayed one day. There will be no residential garbage, recycling or yard waste collection within the Louisville Metro Urban Services District (former Louisville city limits). The usual Friday collections will be made on Saturday.
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On Monday, July 14 at 7 p.m., you’re invited to a public gathering at the top of the park, where we’ll learn more about the overlook area, design considerations, and take a walking tour to envision various site plan scenarios. Gate to Uppill Road will open at 6:30 p.m.
We’ll meet at Sullivan Grove. From there, we’ll break off into groups, to explore the terrain. Parking is available along Toppill Road (map below). Accommodations will be made for individuals with limited mobility. Portable restrooms and water will be provided.
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Photos show the erosion control measures, grading and seeding that have been undertaken on the overlook as well as the hillside where |
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the long-closed “switchback” trail had been. The site prep work is keeping the area in great shape for its future development. |
Remember, Olmsted Parks Conservancy’s fundraising efforts are ongoing for this project, and your financial support is greatly appreciated, by calling 502-456-8125 or visiting www.olmstedparks.org.
July 3rd Game Time | 6:45 pm Louisville Bats ZAMBELLI FIREWORKS SHOW Price | $7 - $11 *Don't miss the ONLY downtown fireworks show in the city of Louisville for Independence Day in 2014! Celebrate on Thursday, July 3 with the Louisville Bats as we kick off the holiday weekend at Louisville Slugger Field with baseball and postgame Zambelli fireworks! Plus, enjoy $1 beer from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm! Game time 6:45 pm. Gates open at 5:30 pm. Presented by LG&E
July 4th 12 noon – 4:00pm 4th of July Celebration Kingston Park 100 E. Southland Blvd. Food. Music. Bounces. Games. Vendors. FREE
 Independence Day at LOCUST GROVE Friday, July 4, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
FREE TO THE PUBLIC all day!
Celebrate our nation's Independence in the style of the early Republic. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the grounds of Locust Grove. Locust Grove at 562 Blankenbaker Lane is a home built in the early days of the republic. Normally admission is charged. Drinks and desserts available for sale. Children's activities and living history demonstrations, house tours, exhibit gallery, and more!
Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 (10 am - 10 pm) Peterson-Dumesnil House, Louisville, KY
The 2014 Crescent Hill Fourth of July Festival is almost here! Two days of celebration and good old-fashioned fun in the neighborhood! Once again, there will be live music and a juried art fair both days. Performing acts will feature top local and regional talent with something for everyone. Musical genres will include Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Dixieland Jazz, Celtic, Singer-Songwriter, and more.
Metro Parks 4th of July Holiday Family Golf Discount Offer
Good July 4 through July 6
Metro Parks and Recreation is offering an affordable family golfing package at its nine golf courses over the Fourth of July weekend. For only $20, a family of up to four members can play nine holes at any Metro Parks course. The $20 includes greens and cart fees, and families can take advantage of the deal after 4:30 p.m. each day. Families are encouraged to call in advance to book a tee time at the golf course of their choice! Learn More.
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Movie "Back To The Future" at Amphitheater
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July 7th Iroquois Amphitheater FREE. Doors open at 7:00pm and the movie starts at 8:00pm. No outside food or drinks allowed, however concessions are available before and during the show.
1980s teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) is transported back in time to 1955 where he accidentally changes the course of history through a series of comic misadventures and finds he must return things to the way they were, back to the future.
Events at Iroquois Amphitheater are brought to you by the following Louisville Metro councilpersons: Marianne Butler, Dan Johnson, Mary C. Woolridge, Cindi Fowler, Vicki Aubrey Welch, Attica Scott, Rick Blackwell, David Yates, Kelly Downard, Tina Ward Pugh, David James, Robin Engel, Tom Owen, Cheri Bryant Hamilton, Barbara Shanklin, Stuart Benson, Glen Stuckel, and Jim King.
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District 21 Calendar |
July 3 Louisville Bats Baseball Game and postgame Zambelli fireworks! Presented by LG&E 6:45pm Slugger Field http://www.milb.com/
July 4th: INDEPENDENCE DAY – GOVERNMENT OFFICES CLOSED
July 4th events listed above
July 5th from 8:00am-12 noon Beechmont Open Air Market at Southern Parkway and Wellington in the Beechmont Baptist Church parking lot. An Open Air Community Yoga Class each Saturday from 9:30-10:30am is offered by Jodie Tingle Willis of Supreme Peace Yoga. Classes are Free but all donations go to benefit the Beechmont Neighborhood Association. Bring your mat and a friend. Classes are offered weather permitting (meaning the ground is dry).
July 5th 9:00am – 1:00pm Southwest Farmers Market features local Kentucky Proud products at Valley High School 10200 Dixie Highway.
July 7th 8:00 pm Iroquois Amphitheater Free “Back to the Future” Movie Doors open at 7:00pm and the movie starts at 8:00pm. www.iroquoisamphitheater.com/
July 14th 7:00 – 8:30pm. The Iroquois Northern Overlook Project will have its’ 1st public meeting to be held on the site and participants will be walking.
July 16th 5:00 - 7:00 pm: Southwest Dream Team and Southwest Women’s Roundtable combined Networking, featuring ice cream social at Riverside Farnsley Moreman, 7410 Moorman Road 40272.
July 16th 11:30am - 1:00pm Dixie Area Business Association, SW Govt Center. Speakers: Panel discussion by SW Metro Council Members Blackwell, Fowler, Welch & Yates.
July 17th 11:45 to 1:00pm South Louisville Business Association Meeting – Best Practices & Displaying your business on SLBA website - Antioch Church 7315 Southside Dr. To register click here
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social ~
Sunday, July 13 at Farnsley-Moremen
The entire family is invited out to enjoy an afternoon of fun on the banks of the Ohio River as we host our 13th annual "Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social", July 13 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Live music from the MacDaddies, a magic show with Dave Cottrell, a popular Ice Cream Eating Contest (3:30 PM) and several activities for children, including a miniature train ride, a farm animal petting zoo, pony rides and a brick making activity.
Participate in an archaeological dig underway, take discounted tours of the circa 1837 Farnsley-Moremen House, and browse through the Friends of the Southwest Library book sale.
Concessions will include: Ehrler's ice cream in great old fashioned flavors; and Shack In the Back BBQ serving up ribeye sandwiches, pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, cheese fries and more!
Admission to the event is FREE, but tours of the historic home require purchase of a ticket. However, tickets are 1/2 price day of event only!
For more info call 502/935-6809 or email info@riverside-landing.org
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