 "It's Fun Art, Not Fine Art"
The Fun Staff of Masterpiece Mixers Paint & Party Studio are open for business at 8021 Dixie Highway Suite 105 in the PRP Plaza on Saturday, July 25th!
Check out the Calendar for specific classes throughout the week and weekend.
See some of Masterpiece Mixers fine works on their Facebook page here: www.facebook.com/Masterpiecemixerslouisville
Check out their website and sign up for a class! www.masterpiecemixerslouisville.com
 Together we can stay vigilant and help prevent crime. Thank you to the Valley Station Watch and members of the Woodridge Lakes Neighborhood for stepping up and helping our community.
http://www.wave3.com/story/29645350/two-teens-charged-after-throwing-rocks-off-of-overpass.
If you live in Valley Station and want to join Valley Station Watch request to be added here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1462269940723368/
If you are interested in starting your own Neighborhood Block watch find more information here: LMPD Brocure
 Working with Public Works to address the worst roads in our area, this budget session Councilman Yates helped lead the charge on ensuring more funds are appropriated toward paving.
Councilman Yates is proud to already see these funds at work in Southwest Louisville and District 25. Stonestreet Road at the I-265 exit ramps to Pond Station and to Blevins Gap Road was paved this week. These exits see heavy traffic from both neighborhood traffic and commercial trucks. Councilman Yates will work to see more of our tax dollars are returned to Southwest Louisville.
 Louisville Metro Council passed a Resolution this evening supporting the National Association of Counties (NACO) Stepping Up Initiative to Reduce the Number of People with Mental Illnesses in Local Jails by a unanimous vote. This initiative encourages public, private and nonprofit partners to reduce the number of people with mental illnesses in our local jails.
An estimated 6,000 individuals booked (22% of the total) into Louisville Metro Corrections annually receive treatment for a mental illness. The cost to house adults with mental illness is two to three times more than those not receiving treatment. Currently, staff dispenses 70+ different medications daily for inmates with a mental illness. Without appropriate treatment and services, people with mental illnesses continue to cycle through the criminal justice system, often resulting in tragic outcomes for these individuals and their families.
"Housing mentally ill adults in our jails is a disservice to our community,” says Councilman David Yates (D-25). "It is important that we help these individuals seek the proper treatment and support to become productive citizens once they re-enter society. It is imperative that Louisville Metro, as a geopolitical leader, share this experience with our neighboring counties to the benefit of our entire region.”
Because of the potential positive economic impact on the budget, and since public safety is nearly 60% of the total Metro operating budget, the business community understands the issue and is supportive of the Resolution.
 Since the 1980’s, Law enforcement agencies have called upon the citizens of Louisville Metro and all over the country to join with them by getting involved in fighting crime. It begins with a chance to come together with police officers to learn more about protecting themselves and their families as a community.
On Tuesday night, the LMPD’s Third Division will host National Night Out at the Home Depot, 6849 Dixie Highway beginning at 6:00pm.
This community event is also a fun night of entertainment for the whole family. There will be activity booths, an obstacle course and bouncy booth for kids, face painting, and much more.
Home Depot, Louisville Gas and Electric, Target, McDonald’s, the Southwest Regional Public Library, Dairy Queen, Dixie Bowl and LMPD 3rd Division Police Advisory Board are also sponsors of the event.
For more information, on the LMPD Third Divisions National Night Out, call the Division at 574-2155.
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 Olivia Allen is a 10 year old, actor/dancer/singer/giver who began giving back through community service project in 2015. With a huge personality and an even bigger heart, she strives to live out her dreams and help other girls know that they can live out their dreams too.
The " I Can Be" Girls Confidence Conference will be a unique expereince for tween girls ages 8 - 12 where they can be comfortable and accepted being who they and learn how to confidently go after their dreams. Through key note speakers, workshops and hearing from other young girls who have boldly gone after their dreams, attendees will walk away with a sense that "I Can Be" anything I want to be!
WHEN: Saturday, August 22, 2015 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
WHERE: Simmons College of Kentucky - 1000 South 4th Street Louisville, KY 40203
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-can-be-girls-confidence-conference-tickets-17974371830
Keeping with the theme of helping all girls learn that they can be what they want to be, all participants are asked to bring new or used school uniform pieces that will be donated to the Home of the Innocents. Tops: White Bottoms: Khaki or Navy Blue (all sizes, but plus sizes are a specific need)
 A timeline has been established for a project that will improve the landscape and access to the North Overlook in Iroquois Park by Spring 2016.
Louisville Metro Parks & Recreation and the Olmsted Parks Conservancy met with officials from EZ Construction, Inc. in late July and determined that construction will begin the week of August 10. According to EZ Construction, the general contractor for the project, work is expected to be completed within six months of the start date.
Vehicular traffic from Sullivan Grove to the current North Overlook will be prohibited. The Corbly Trail, which leads to the North Overlook, will also be closed. Those wishing to access the overlook during the construction period must do so only via the roadway by foot or bicycle from the Sullivan Grove Trailhead/parking area. The gate to the hill will be open and closed as normal this summer and fall, and will be closed, as it typically is, during the winter months. Due to construction, access to the actual Overlook itself will also be prohibited.
The $1 million project’s cost is being funded by the Olmsted Parks Conservancy and Louisville Metro Parks & Recreation. It will include rustic stone sitting tiers with views of downtown Louisville and the Indiana Knobs, enhanced landscaping, improved access to trailheads and wheelchair-accessible paths to the North Overlook.
For more information, visit North Overlook PDF
The new school year is just around the corner! Celebrate summer and getting back to school with some free family fun and activities for all.
Where: Southwest YMCA, 2800 Fordhaven Rd.
When: Friday, August 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Join Councilman Yates and Councilman Blackwell at the Southwest YMCA for FREE activities, including pizza, inflatables, Mad Science activities (for $1 each), swimming and group fitness demonstrations.
 LG&E is improving the reliability of the natural gas service
in the PRP and Riverport areas. In order to slowly increase the natural
gas system pressure in your neighborhood, LG&E technicians need to
inspect the natural gas service lines and meters to each home and
business. This inspection ensures the integrity of the system.
If you are in the impacted area, you will receive a letter
outlining the project. This work will run between August 3 through
October 1.
If you have any
questions, please call 502-627-4427 or e-mail gas.regulatory@lge-ku.com
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 South Louisville Community Ministries will be partnering with Churchill Downs again this year at the magnificent landmark location of Millionaires Row 4, overlooking the racetrack and Louisville cityscape. Over 600 attendees are expected. We expect 20+ restaurants to participate. It is a great opportunity to sample the specialty dishes of South Louisville and area restaurants.
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2015
- Time: 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
- Place: Churchill Downs, Millionaires Row 4
- Tickets: Advance sales: July 27-August 21
Sold at SLCM Office, 415 ½ W. Ashland Ave., Lou., Ky 40214
- Hours: 10:00-3:00 M-F
- Adults - $25; Children 4-11 - $5; Under Four, Free
- At door, day of event: $30 adult, Children 4-11, $5. Under 4, Free
Please donate items for our Silent Auction, recognition given to all donors! Items may be dropped off M-F at SLCM office, 9-3:30.
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 The Ken-Ducky Derby is a signature fundraising event for Harbor House of Louisville. This year marks our 12th Anniversary and promises to be our best yet! On Saturday, September 26th, thousands of spectators will watch over 40,000 yellow rubber ducks splash into the Ohio River in Downtown Louisville and race toward the finish line. Race Day kicks off at Noon at Festival Plaza at Waterfront Park. There will be entertainment for the entire family—live music, face painting, games. Harbor House of Louisville’s very own mascot Quacky will also be there with plenty of his friends!
All proceeds from the Duck Derby benefit the Harbor House of Louisville, a 501 (c) (3) charity. Harbor House of Louisville is a non-profit training and development center that seeks to empower individuals with disabilities and their families to lead fulfilled and productive lives.
How much is a duck adoption?
Single adoption- $5
Quach Pack- $25 (6 ducks for the price of 5)
Flock of Ducks- $100 (24 ducks for the price of 20)
Decade of Duck Donor- $1,000 (240 ducks for the price of 200)
Each adoption gives you a chance to win an amazing prize!
For more information pleasevisit https://www.duckrace.com/louisville
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 15th Annual DeSales
Hall of Honors Awards Dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 2.
The 15th class of Hall of Honors
inductees includes Terry
Barney '73, a thirty-year veteran faculty member of DeSales; Rev. William Harry, O. Carm. '72,
Prior Provincial for the Order of Carmelites; Joey McFarland '90, an Oscar-nominated
film producer with Red Granite Pictures; and Jim Schnellenberger '64, a retired
Commander of the United States Navy.
Receiving special awards are: Thomas
Britt '04 (Young Alumnus Award); DeSales parent Jeff Mumford
(Outstanding Service Award); and faculty member Kate Brockman (President's Award).
 Center For Neighborhoods is happy to announce the Green
Institute 2015!
The Green Institute is an environmental
leadership-education program established in 2012 by the Center For
Neighborhoods, equips neighborhood leaders with the skills and resources needed
to improve the environmental, social and economic resilience of their
communities. Classes meet every Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:30PM at THE PARK, a shared
workspace/co-working community located at 1229 S. Shelby Street, for 12
consecutive weeks (August 18th – November 10th). Dinner is provided, and the
class is offered free of charge.
The Green Institute 2015 is open to all neighborhoods,
Metro Council Districts and the whole community.
To register for the 12-week program, visit http://www.centerforneighborhoods.org,
email info@centerforneighborhoods.org,
or call John Hawkins at 502-589-0343
 The Center for Women and
Families is celebrating the reopening of their 2nd Street Campus on July 31st
from 12 - 3pm. There will be food, music, activity booths, and tours of the
center. This event is open to the public.
 Sunday, August 2, 5-10p.m.
Have dinner at The Village Anchor on Sunday, August 2 to benefit Doctors
& Lawyers for Kids. Up to 10 percent of the restaurant's sales between 5
and 10 p.m. will go to DLK -- the higher the number of participants, the higher
the percentage.
DLK is a medical-legal partnership that joins the Louisville Bar
Association, Legal Aid Society and University of Louisville Department of
Pediatrics in a common mission: addressing legal needs that affect the health
and well-being of indigent children.
Please come out and help us raise awareness and
funds for the most fragile families in our community. Reservations are
encouraged but not required. The Village Anchor is located at 11507 Park Rd,
Louisville, KY 40223. Be sure to mention Doctors & Lawyers for Kids when
making reservations or when being seated.
 It
seems like every day there is a new data breach. The latest involves more than
10,000 current and past Louisville Metro Government employees whose personal
information may have been compromised. The breach involves names, home and
email addresses, birthdates, and social security numbers. Here are tips from
the BBB on how to protect yourself from a data breach:
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Monitor your accounts
regularly. Check every charge on your
statements: Scammers often test cards with smaller charges before racking
up large bills. Confirm each charge on your account line by line.
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Call your bank: Tell them you were a customer at the breached
institution. If your card was affected, the bank might contact you first
to issue a new card.
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Sign up for alerts: Most banks allow customers to set email or text alerts
for transactions over a set value. Notifications make it easier to keep
tabs on your account.
- Accept or enroll in free
identity protection services that breached companies offer you: This
has become standard practice among breached companies.
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Request a 90-day fraud alert: If your Social Security number was stolen in a breach,
ask the credit bureaus to put a note on your file so creditors know to
further verify the identity of any individual who attempts to open new
accounts or take other actions under your name. Notify one of the three
major bureaus — Experian, Equifax, or TransUnion, and it will tell the
others. This is not as effective as a security freeze.
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Get a security freeze: A freeze will put your information on lockdown, meaning
the credit bureaus can’t give it out without your permission. In the event
that your Social Security number was stolen, it’s another worthwhile
precaution. A security freeze will not impact your credit score or impair
your ability to use your existing credit cards. It locks down your credit
reports that are used to determine your credit worthiness. When on a
freeze, opening new credit will require some minimal advanced planning. To
be effective, a freeze must be set up with all three credit bureaus.
Experian: https://www.experian.com/freeze/center.html;
Transunion https://freeze.transunion.com;
Equifax: https://www.freeze.equifax.com.
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Check your credit report – for free – up to three times a year (once from each
credit reporting agency) at annualcreditreport.com.
For
more consumer tips, go to bbb.org.
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