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 We wish you a joyous and safe 2015 Holiday Season. It has been an honor to serve the people of
our district this past year and we look forward to the coming year.
The District 13 office at City Hall will CLOSE Dec. 24th at 12 noon and reopen Monday
Dec. 28th. The Fairdale office will be CLOSED December 25 - January 1, 2016.
New Holiday in The City App in 2015
Check out the Holiday in The City events that are going
on downtown through Jan. 3, 2016. At the plaza behind the Aegon Center at 4th
and Jefferson streets, families can visit the holiday World Market, and ice
skate for a small fee, while adults can enjoy the Bourbon and Beer village.
Nearby, kids can visit Santa’s House outside the Fourth Street entrance of the
Kentucky International Convention Center.
For more information, visit http://louisvillesholidayinthecity.com/.
 Christmas Tree Disposal
December 26, 29, 30 and 31 January 2
TIME 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Christmas trees drop-off services offered for
those not in the Urban Services District (the old City of Louisville
boundaries) after the holiday.
Drop-off sites will also be available for all
Louisville/Jefferson County residents at three locations. Two of the three
drop-off sites will also instantly recycle trees in to mulch that will be
offered back to citizens for home use. Get full details at this link.
DROP OFF LOCATIONS
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East District Recycling Center,
595 N. Hubbards Lane (Bring
containers to take home fresh mulch.)
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Southwest Government Center, 7219 Dixie Highway (Bring containers to take home fresh
mulch.)
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Waste Reduction Center - 636 Meriwether Avenue (Tree drop-off only. Mulch is not
available at this location.)
Recycle Old TVs and other electronics
January 2
and 9 Saturday hours are 8 AM. to 3 PM.
When the dust settles after this holiday season, don't let it
pile up on your suddenly useless old electronics relegated to the garage or
basement by the latest, greatest, digital, 4K, Smart gizmos.
Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue
for recycling.
Read more about year round electronics recycling.
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Student Activities Available During Christmas Break
Metro Parks and Recreation will offer adjusted Community Center hours and free activities for kids from Dec. 21-31, while most Jefferson County Public Schools and Archdiocese of Louisville schools are on winter break.
https://louisvilleky.gov/news/metro-parks-releases-holiday-program-guide
Robbie Valentine Christmas Break Sports Camp
During this FREE camp for kids of all skill levels learn the fundamentals of basketball, the principles of teamwork, and individual responsibility with local sports legend Robbie Valentine.
Speakers will be present to stress the importance of education and its connection to athletic success.
Ages 8-16. Register on the day of camp, and please wear proper basketball attire.
12 Noon-2 p.m. 2911 Taylor Blvd 40208 502/574-3206
Metro Parks and Recreation Gift-giving Ideas for the Holiday Season
The 2016 Metro Parks Golf Discount Book is now on sale at all Metro Parks and Recreation public golf courses, and makes a perfect holiday gift for the golfer in the family, regardless of experience level.
The $25 gift provides hundreds of dollars in savings throughout the year and is on sale at all nine public golf courses and the Metro Parks Administration Building at Joe Creason Park.
The Golf Discount Book is one of many holiday gift options provided through Metro Parks and Recreation.
For lovers of the great outdoors, the Welcome Center at Jefferson Memorial Forest carries a variety of nature-themed items, including books, shirts and toys, as well as locally crafted walking sticks and novelties. Gift certificates are available and can be used for gift shop items, camping fees, public program fees, and children’s summer camp fees. Visit during the Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 12, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for 25 percent off your purchase.
Give the gift of art and music with a gift certificate from the Metro Arts Center. Certificates can be purchased in any amount and used for a wide variety of lessons for adults and children, including painting and pottery, as well as learning to play a musical instrument.
Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing, offers such items as locally produced honey, books on local history, historical reproductions of children’s items — small toys, games, bonnets and hats. Also available are hand-rolled beeswax candles in seasonal colors, and potpourri and sachets made with dried herbs and flowers from the Riverside gardens.
The gift shop at Locust Grove carries a wide variety of locally made products, such as tea, bourbon-based food items, wood-ware, jewelry and pottery. The shop also carries historic reproduction pieces drawn from life in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, including pewter and other household goods.
The Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, located in Crescent Hill Park, offers gift certificates that can be used for aqua exercise classes, monthly passes and more.
 Little Loomhouse
Offers Classes During Holiday Break
Wednesday, December 23 Ornament Class
-Drop in Weaving for Kids Session 1: 10:00 AM to
12:00 PM Students will create Nice Mice woven ornaments. Session 2: 1:00 PM to
3:00 PM Students will create yarn dolls with woven doll bags. Little Loomhouse
328 Kenwood Hill Rd. Ages 6 and over. The cost is $25 per session, all supplies
included. Please call in advance 367-4792
December 30th and 31st School's Out
-Weaving for Kids Workshops Little Loomhouse 328 Kenwood Hill Rd. 2
sessions on Wednesday and Thursday. Session 1: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and
Session 2: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Ages 6 and over. The cost is $25 per
session, all supplies included. Teacher: Michelle Amos, Fiber Artist. Please
call in advance 367-4792.
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 Shopping for Last Minute Gifts?
Visit Wisteria Gift Shop at the Little Loomhouse
Holiday Hours 12/23 - 1/2/16:
Open 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
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Join Waverly Hills in celebrating the Holidays with our Laser
Light Show! Drive up the winding road to Waverly Hills, see the beautiful
historic building, and enjoy a laser show unlike anything else in town. You
never have to leave the warmth of your car!
WHERE: Waverly Hills Sanatorium, 4413 E. Pages Lane
WHEN: Friday Hours: 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Saturday & Sunday Hours: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Cost: Standard
Car (Max 6 persons): $10.00 per vehicle.
Larger Vehicles require higher admission.
Waverly Hills Christmas
Laser Light Show is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning the day
after Thanksgiving, and running through Saturday, January 2nd.
Checkout the
Waverly Hills Sanatorium Website for more info!.
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