Kentucky
Kingdom 2014 Season Ends Strong
Nearly 600,000
visitors and 117,000 season pass holders visited Ky Kingdom in 2014 — the strong
results that led the theme park's owners to expand the 2015 schedule and
accelerate investment in new rides for next year.
During its first season, 1,500 seasonal
employees were hired, mostly high school and college students and retirees who
received $8.15 hourly wages — higher for lifeguards and supervisors. The park's
year-round staff of 70 earns an average of about $55,000 to $60,000, he said.
The park will add five
attractions next year, including three rides mothballed by prior owners — the
T3 roller coaster (a refurbished T2); the Raging River Raft Ride; and the
Enterprise, a modernized Ferris wheel-shaped ride that flattens as it spins its
passengers in gondolas.
 Also debuting next year are two rides — a 130-foot-tall SkyCatcher swing and Cyclos pendulum that rotates 360 degrees — that will cost about $1 million with installation.
LIHEAP
Early Registration
Early
Registration for Elderly and Disabled Residents Begins October 6th
LIHEAP (the
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) is a federally funded program that
provides financial assistance to help low income residents pay utility bills.
The Subsidy component of LIHEAP begins Nov. 3, 2014.
Pre-registration opportunities will be offered beginning Oct. 6th for
those residents who are on a fixed income, and who are elderly (age 60 or over)
or disabled receiving social security, SSI, pension or Black Lung benefits.
Click here for eligibility requirements and click here for a list of the early
registration sites
SouthWest Regional Library
Grand
Opening October 5
 A grand opening has been scheduled for Oct. 5 of
the long-awaited Southwest Regional Library on Dixie Highway.
The public is invited to the ceremony at 2 p.m. at the site,
9725 Dixie, near Kendall Road.
 3rd Division Community Crime Prevention Forum
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Tuesday, October 21, 2014 6:00
PM
Southwest Government Center, 7219 Dixie Highway
Crime updates for your
specific neighborhood
Instructions on how to receive “real time” crime information
Refreshments provided & door prizes
*Please RSVP to Kelly.lee@louisvilleky.gov if you are attending this event.
Business News
SouthWest
Dream Team Networking Event
September 30th 5:00-7:00 pm: FREE
Sponsored by Dixie Area Business Association at Khalil’s 10966 Dixie Highway
Next
Liberty Tax Class in Oct.
Learn New
Skills - Earn Extra Income!
Tax time is around the corner, and Liberty Tax has plenty of
positions available. Liberty Tax Service's Basic Income Tax classes cover
recent tax changes, and all facets of individual income tax
preparation. No prior tax experience needed. Seats fill up quickly.
The following dates are available:
Oct. 6th - Nov. 27th - Mon/Weds ir Tues/Thurs
at 9am-12pm or 6pm-9pm. For information call 966-8417
Education News
Olmsted Academy South and Rutherford Elementary
Each school received a $5,000 grant from the Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries. Both schools will use the funds to expand, update and diversify their library collections.
Congratulations to both schools!!
Olmsted Academy North welcomes their new
principal this year,
Mr. Ryan Rodosky.
Community Events
IT'S ALMOST HERE! The Little Loomhouse mega yard sale is THIS Saturday from 8am-1pm.
We have hundreds of cones, skeins and balls of yarn, all at $1 per
pound!!! Cotton, wool, mohair blends, natural fiber, silk, synthetic and novelty
yarns in quite literally every color under the sun!! Get there early and
shop for the best selections.
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 Looms, spinning wheel, swifts, weaving accessories, boxes of beautiful vintage
weaving samples, handmade crafts, furniture (roll-top desk, anyone?) and office
supplies.
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If you had this loom when you were a kid,
you'd probably be a master weaver like Lou Tate by now. Yup, it's in our
terribly terrific Yard Sale. Bring a big bag to help you carry your haul to your car!!!
328 Kenwood Hill Rd. of Kenwood Dr. Call 367-9217 for info.
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Iroquois Amphitheater Schedule
 Win 2 FREE tickets to see "The Greatest
Stand Up Show You'll Ever Freaking See"
at Iroquois Amphitheater on
September 27th!
Enter to win here: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/sign-up-to-win-2-free-tickets/
This show includes notable comedians Pete Holmes,
Maria Bamford,
Tommy Johnagin,
and Chris Thayer
-- and The Laughing Derby's Steve Hofstetter is hosting!
Entries must be entered by 9/25/14 - 11:59 PM
Winners will receive notification 9/26/14
This Week-end
September
25 - The Head and the Heart Belle
Brigade
Doors: 6:30 pm / Show: 8:00 pm Tickets $30
September
26 - Randy Houser Craig Campbell, Olivia Henken
Doors: 6:30 pm / Show: 7:30 pm Tickets $20.00 - $30.00
September
27 - Pete Holmes & Maria Bamford w/Tommy Johnagin & Chris Thayer.
Hosted by Steve Hofstetter. Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:30 pm Tickets $25.00 -
$45.00
 Beechmont Fresh Market
Closes the Season Saturday with a
Harvest Festival & Yard Sale
8:00am – 12 noon Join our Fall Festival with
entertainment, games, rides end-of-the-season specials, fall decorations and great buys.
Located at Southern Parkway and Wellington in the Beechmont
Baptist Church parking lot. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, pumpkins and handmade cards, honey based organic products and wood crafts are
available for sale. Gumby’s Catering will be selling breakfast burritos
& cinnamon buns.
9:30 am – 10:30am Open-air Free Yoga Class at the
Beechmont Fresh Market offered by Jodie Tingle-Willis of Supreme Peace
Yoga. All donations go to the Beechmont Neighborhood Association.
Bring your own mat and a friend.
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Sound the Duck Calls
It’s Nearly Post Time for the
Ken-Ducky Derby!
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Sunday, September 28
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Noon to 5 P.M.
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Waterfront Park, near Joe's
Crabshack
September doesn’t just kick off football in the Bluegrass – it’s also
time for the biggest and best gathering of ducks on the Ohio! 2014 will
mark the 11th annual Ken-Ducky Derby. The free event, will feature the
duck race plus a family friendly festival with music, food, games and more. To
adopt a"Duck" go to www.harborhouseduckderby.org or for
additional information contact Jason Eiche at 502-210-9948 or jeiche@hhlou.org
Volunteer for the
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
As an Individual
A Family
A Group
Orientation for all volunteers. Dress weather appropriate. Age Limit 15 yrs old & up. Contact the Iroquois Amphitheater at 502-363-7766 for details.
www.jackolanternlouisville.com/volunteer
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Urban
Wilderness Canoe Adventure at Riverview Park Saturday Oct. 4
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An Urban
Wilderness Canoe Adventure is coming to Louisville! Join Metro Parks and
canoe the Ohio River, taking off from both Riverview and Shawnee Parks.
The trip will showcase the beauty of the great outdoors... in our own
backyard!
Free trips will be conducted in safe and stable 24-foot
Voyageurs, which hold 9 participants. Safety equipment and trained
staff will be provided. Event is open to everyone 3 and older. Wear
comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet - no flip-flops.
Ice water will be available, so bring a refillable water
bottle. Food will be available for purchase. Preregistration not
required. Trips are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. In
addition to longer trips in the morning and afternoon, short trips will
also leave every 30 minutes.
The event at Riverview Park
will be held on Saturday, October 4, 9:00am.to
5:00pm (8202 Greenwood Road).
“Golftober” is back! Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation
 An affordable family golfing package will be offered at all nine golf courses each weekend in October.
For only $20, a family of up to four members can play 9 holes at any Metro Parks course. The $20 includes greens and carts fees, and families can take advantage of the deal after 4:30 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during October.
The golf special is available Oct. 3-5; Oct. 10-12; Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-26. Families are encouraged to book a tee time in advance at the golf course of their choice
• Bobby Nichols Golf Course, 4301 E. Pages Lane, 502/937-9051 (9 holes)
• Charlie Vettiner Golf Course, 10207 Mary Dell Lane, 502/267-9958 (18 holes)
• Cherokee Golf Course, 2501 Alexander Road, 502/458-9450 (9 holes)
• Crescent Hill Golf Course, 3110 Brownsboro Road, 502/896-9193 (9 holes)
• Iroquois Golf Course, 1501 Rundill Road, 502/363-9520 (18 holes)
• Long Run Golf Course, 1605 Flat Rock Road, 502/245-9015 (18 holes)
• Seneca Golf Course, 2300 Pee Wee Reese Blvd, 502/458-9298 (18 holes)
• Shawnee Golf Course, 460 Northwestern Parkway, 502/776-9389 (18 holes)
• Sun Valley Golf Course, 6505 Bethany Lane, 502/937-9228 (18 holes)
For more information:
Call (502) 456-8134 or visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroParks/golf
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District 21 Calendar
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September 27th 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Little Loomhouse Yard Sale
We are cleaning out cabins, attics, and basements. We've got tons of
fiber, vintage weaving samples, looms and weaving supplies, plus some very
beautiful handcrafted items. 328 Kenwood Hill Rd. Call 361-9217 for
additional information.
September 27th – Last Saturday for Beechmont Farmer’s Market
September 30th at 6:30 pm Iroquois Civic Club & Neighborhood
Assoc. CANDIDATES NIGHT Antioch Church 7315 Southside Dr.
September 30th 5:00-7:00 pm: SWDT Networking FREE
Sponsored by Dixie Area Business Association at Khalil’s 10966 Dixie Highway.
OCTOBER
October 7th
- Senior Day Out
- Over 2500 seniors are anticipated to participate to connect with valuable
information and services at the Kentucky International Convention Center.
New Caregiver Resource Expo included this year. Learn more...
October 9 – November 2, Jack-O-Lantern
Spectacular opens
in Iroquois Park with 5,000 carved pumpkins lining a ¼-mile walking trail,
illuminated at night as an “art show” daily from dusk to 11 p.m. during the
week (Sunday-Thursday) and midnight on Friday & Saturday.
October 12th at 3:00 PM Historic Houses in Southwest Louisville
presentation by local historic preservationist Steve Wiser in the Riverside
Landing Visitors Center. The talk is FREE, but advance reservations
are encouraged. Call 935-6809 or email info@riverside-landing.org
October 18th 5:00 to 7:00pm Southwest
YMCA Fall Family Festival Free
and open to the whole community, the Fall Festival at the Southwest YMCA
returns on October 18 (2800 Fordhaven Road)
October 26th at 2:30 PM "Good Scents"
at Riverside Workshop II to make your own seasonal potpourri using herbs,
flowers, leaves and bark from the Riverside Landing property Cost:
$10/person. All materials will be provided. Reservations are required.
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