District 10 E-News

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Councilman
Pat Mulvihill

City Hall
601 W. Jefferson Street
502-574-1110


Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000

Air Pollution: 574-6000

Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318

Louisville Forward/Economic Development: 574-4140

Planning & Design Services: 574-6230

Community Services & Revitalization: 574-4377

Public Works: 574-5810

TARC: 585-1234

PARC: 569-6222

Legal Aid: 584-1254

IPL (Code Enforcement): 574-3321

Congressman John Yarmuth: 582-5129

Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571

Metro Parks: 456-8100

Metro Police: (Non Emergency) 574-7111 or 574-2111

LMPD 4th Division: 574-7010

LMPD 5th Division: 574-7636

LMPD 6th Division: 574-2187

Anonymous Tipline:574-LMPD (5673)

Metro Safe: 572-3460 or 574-7111

Vacant & Public Property Administration 574-4016

Your State Representative or State Senator: 
http://www.lrc.ky.gov



District 10 news


Planting continues beautification of Goss Avenue

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Julianne Thomas of SACC, Mary Hardesty of GPNA, Geoff Wohl of the District 10 office, Steve Magre of GPNA,  Kroger Regional Manager Erin Grant, Goss Avenue Kroger Manager Eddie Wright, Councilman Mulvihill, Gina O'Brien of Brightside, and several members of the Kroger team gathered for the planting. Councilman Mulvihill would also like to recognize the Noltemeyer Company for their generous support. 

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Councilman Pat Mulvihill, local neighborhood leaders, Kroger team members, and Operation Brightside officials for the Official Planting of the Goss Avenue Traffic Islands this morning. 

Part of an ongoing effort to beautify the Goss Avenue corridor, the project has transformed the two formerly concrete traffic islands into irrigated planting beds incorporating flowering perennials, ornamental grasses, and shade trees.

The overall effect of this planting will be to create an inviting green entrance along one of Germantown’s major thoroughfares. Replacing concrete with plants will help cool and protect the environment and add to the tree canopy.

“I want to thank everyone for making this project possible,” says Mulvihill. “This goes to show what can happen when we focus our attention on what makes a neighborhood unique and beautiful.”

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Councilman Mulvihill spoke with WAVE 3 photographer Nycea Patterson about the beautification project. 

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Gina O'Brien prepared plants as Councilman Mulvihill raked mulch. Steve Magre, center, and Mike Morris dug into the dirt. Geoff Wohl and Julianne Thomas were at work on the far island. Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen. 


Youths "caught" doing good deeds Friday morning

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Councilman Mulvihill's office spotted this group of young people scraping and preparing fences for paint at Camp Zachary Taylor Park Friday morning. They are from St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Omaha, Nebraska, and are traveling and doing good works through YouthWorks Mission Trips. We were able to share a bit of the rich history of Camp Taylor as WWI military camp with the kids. Thanks to Metro Parks and Theresa Demario, volunteer program assistant, group projects for coordinating with YouthWorks for this beautification effort. 


Happy belated 100th birthday to Jack Frick of Buechel Terrace! 

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Thanks to the Beuchel Terrace News, we learned of a special birthday - Mr. Jack Frick celebrated his 100th birthday on June 25. Mr. Frick has lived in the same home since 1955 and attributes his longevity to staying active, a positive attitude, helping others, and good genes. 

In the photo, that's Mr. Frick on the left with Buechel Terrace Neighborhood Association President John Ives on the right. 


Louisville Metro Council Volleyball

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Councilman Mulvihill joined colleagues from Louisville Metro Council for volleyball recently. 


Waste collection was early due to the heat

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Residential garbage, recycling and yard waste collection within the Louisville Metro Urban Services District (former Louisville city limits) was collected one hour earlier than usual this week due to the extreme heat. Thanks for your cooperation. 


Upcoming LMPD District 10 events:

Earlier waste collection this week due to extreme heat

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 The next District 10 Peace Walk with LMPD's Sixth Division will be Tuesday, July 25 at Camp Taylor Memorial Park at 4201 Lee Avenue. We'll meet up near the pool at 6 p.m.

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Join the LMPD's Fourth Division for Cops and Cones - Operation Safe Serve Thursday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kroger at 1265 Goss Avenue. 

 

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August 1 - National Night Out events

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Join the LMPD's Fourth Division for National Night Out on Thursday, August 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyandotte Park at 1104 Beecher. 

The event will feature food, music and entertainment, a multi sports activity fun center, raffles, crime prevention tips, drug and narcotic toss, dunk tank, SWAT display, arts and crafts station and more. 

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The LMPD Fifth Division's National Night Out event will be at the Peterson-Dumesnil House at 301 South Peterson Avenue from 6 to 9 p.m. 

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The LMPD Sixth Division (along with the Seventh Division) will host National Night Out at the Target Okolona at 7311 Jefferson Boulevard from 6 to 9 p.m. 

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Monday, August 21 join a Peace Walk with LMPD's Fourth Division in the Germantown/Schnitzelburg area starting at 6 p.m. More details will follow. 

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How do I find out which LMPD Division serves my neighborhood? 

Fourth Division - This division covers the area including Smoketown, Churchill Downs, the Fairgrounds, South Louisville and Old Louisville.

Fifth Division - This division covers the area including the Highlands, Clifton and Cherokee and Seneca Parks.

Sixth Division - This division covers the area including Audubon Park, Newburg, Norfolk, the airport and GE.

If you click on the above links, more information is available on each division, including neighborhoods served, each Division Commander and Zone Lieutenants, plus links for crime mapping and crime notifications and information on the Neighborhood Watch program. 


July 31 - 47th Annual Dainty Contest 

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Schnitzelburg's world famous street game of German origin is played with a wooden peg pointed on both ends and a long wooden stick. 

The World Championship Dainty Contest is a yearly event on the last Monday in July next to Hauck's Handy Store on the corner of Goss Ave. & George Hauck Way (aka Hoertz Ave.) 

That's Councilman Mulvihill competing in last year's contest in the photo at left. 

Participants must be at least 45 years old, but the event is fun for all ages with food, drinks, and music The farthest distance gets a trophy and the shortest distance gets s basket of lemons! 

Sponsored by Schnitzelburg Area Community Council & Louisville Metro Government.


Dog flu has come to Louisville Metro

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Canine Influenza or “Dog Flu” is a highly contagious virus that can affect dogs and cats of any breed, age, sex or health status. Almost ALL dogs exposed to the virus will become infected and the majority of dogs (80% of infected dogs) will develop flu symptoms. 

Symptoms for dogs include lethargy, persistent coughing or sneezing, nasal or eye discahrge, fever, and reduced appetite. For cats, symptoms include nasal discharge, congestion, lethargy, lip smacking and excessive salivation. 

Most dogs recover within two to three weeks. However, secondary bacterial infection may occur and lead to more serious illness and pneumonia. 

Talk to your veterinarian about your dog’s health and if the canine influenza vaccine is right for your dog. The vaccine is a two-part series given two weeks apart. At this time, there is no vaccine for cats. For more information, click here


How to file a damage claim with MSD

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From MSD: Property Owners may file damage claims by calling MSD Customer Relations at 587-0603. They will need to reference the Camp Taylor Sewer Project, provide their name, address, phone number, and a brief description of their damage claim. 

MSD will forward the information to our contractor for them to investigate and render a decision on the claim in writing to the property owner. Additional information may be required such as receipts or photos as applicable. If the Contractor denies responsibility for the claim, the property owner may appeal the decision by contacting MSD Customer Relations again and request that the claim be evaluated by MSD.

MSD and our field representatives will monitor and track the claim progression to make sure the contractor is responsive.

If you have questions, contact William Marshall of MSD at william.marshall@louisvillemsd.org or 540-6608 or Clay Bostic of Jacobs Engineering at clay.bostic@jacobs.com or 423-5552. Residents may also visit the MSD Field Office at 1618 Lincoln Avenue, near Poplar Level Road. 

Camp Taylor MSD traffic maps moved to "News you can use" section below

In an effort to show the maps more clearly, we're moving the Camp Taylor updates to the "News you can use" section at the bottom of the E-News. The maps are also at http://louisvillemsd.org/camp-taylor-sewer-replacement-project


Give your input on the MSD Critical Repair and Reinvestment Plan

A dedicated website at  http://www.louisvillemsd.org/CriticalRepairPlan includes:

  • A video message offering an overview of the challenge and the opportunity to engage
  • Brief summaries of the six categories of risk to public health and safety including local pictures of real consequences
  • Links to the full Critical Repair & Reinvestment Plan for review (hard copies of Volume 1 have also been distributed to every public library in the county)

A comment form to provide direct input on the Plan (http://louisvillemsd.org/community-input-form


District 10 events


Schnitzelburg tree project volunteers needed

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From Louisville Grows: The trees will be planted November 11, but preparation starts now, and your help is needed. 

Please check out the links below so that we know when to expect you and for what!  It's all fun and training is provided!

Schnitzelburg Tree Adoption Form - Want to adopt a tree or know someone who does?  Fill out this form or pass on this link.

Schnitzelburg Planting Preparation - Tree delivery and staging the Tuesday through Thursday before the Saturday planting event.

Schnitzelburg Tree Planting Event - LOTS of important roles to help make the day successful!

For more information on Louisville Grows, visit http://www.louisvillegrows.org/


Schnitzelburg Community Farmers Market

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The Schnitzelburg Community Farmers Market is at 1481 South Shelby Street, every Saturday, rain or shine, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ice dipped bandanas & shaved ice cups debut this weekend to help shoppers stay cool while they buy fresh & local.


Jim King MUSCL Senior Wellness Center at Schnitzelburg


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The Jim King MUSCL Senior Wellness Center at Schnitzelburg is in St. Elizabeth Catholic Church at 1016 East Burnett Avenue.

Regular activities include aerobics, directed exercise, chair volleyball, Pinochle, bingo, crochet, and watercolor painting. The Center has gym equipment, a sewing room, and library, and they are still seeking the donation of a commercial grade treadmill. If you're interested in donating, please contact Tip, Karen, or Rachael at the MUSCL Senior Center office at 502-634-3221.  

For the full calendar of events, visit  www.facebook.com/musclseniorcenter/


German-Paristown Neighborhood Association's Monday Bingo is at the GPNA center, 1094 E. Kentucky Street. Doors open at 9 a.m. For more information on the GPNA, visit www.gpnalouisville.com

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Louisville Nature Center

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Summer camps continue, and several birdwalks are scheduled- visit www.louisvillenaturecenter.org/upcoming-events/ for details. 

Save the date as the LNC's Birds, Brews & BBQ is on for September 9 at Broad Run Vineyards. 


The Louisville Zoo presents the Butterflies 'n' Blooms Butterfly exhibit, through Sept. 24, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting. Experience hundreds of graceful native butterflies sipping nectar from colorful flowers, basking in the sunlight and flying freely as you wander through our new 1,000-square-foot outdoor flight house located in the Africa Zone. Free with Zoo admission.

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The Cyril Allgeier Community Center offers youth, adult, and senior citizen programs in the Camp Taylor Neighborhood. Programs include 50 & over men's basketball, youth sports (flag football, volleyball, & basketball), adult aerobics, and Girl Scouts. 

Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

The community center features a full size basketball court that is available for open gym as well as for rent, and also has a large meeting room that is available for community meetings or to rent. For more information about programs, camps, or rental opportunities call 456-3261.


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Neighborhood Place partners host seven Back to School events

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Neighborhood Place and numerous community partners will offer seven back to school events in July and early August.  These events will provide free school supplies while supplies last as well as a wide range of services and resources to help local youth and families be better prepared for the start of school year.

The bulk of the supplies and funding for these events comes from area businesses, churches, schools and individual donors. To learn more about specific activities, eligibility and other requirements, please call the numbers listed or click here

July 27, Back to School Festival at Valley High School, 9 a.m. to noon, 10200 Dixie Highway. 363-1483. 

August 3, Back To School Festival at the Academy at Shawnee, 1 to 4 p.m., 4018 West Market Street. 485-7230.  

August 4, Back to School Festival at Cochran Elementary School, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 500 West Gaulbert Avenue. 634-6050.  

August 5, Back to School Event at Meyzeek Middle School, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 828 S. Jackson Street. 574-6638. 

August 5Back to School Distribution at Southwick Community Center, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3621 Southern Avenue.  485-6710. 

August 10, Back to School Festival at Olmsted Academy North, 1 to 7 p.m., 4530 Bellevue Avenue. 313-4089.

August 12, Back to School Festival at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1501 Rangeland Road, 313-4498 or 313-4700. 


Safety first for summer fun! 

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With the heat of summer here and our families and friends heading to the beaches, lakes, rivers and pools; it is important that we all follow the safety rules/laws that have been put in place for everyone and to know the warning signs of individuals drowning, heat stroke, dry drowning etc. 


For more information, visit the American Red Cross website by clicking here


Community Foundation of Louisville grant opportunities

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As a founding partner and continuing supporter of the Greater Louisville Project, Community Foundation of Louisville leaders were drawn to its latest report, “A Focus on Poverty.” The report highlights how multi-dimensional poverty (e.g. scarcity in education, health, income and employment) disproportionately affect Louisville’s western and south central neighborhoods and demonstrates clearly how scarcity in parts of our community affects us all.

So starting with 2018 grants, CFL will use their unrestricted fund to make grants that respond to the findings in the Greater Louisville Project report.  We will invest in the nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the people and places in Louisville’s 11 most distressed ZIP codes (located in the western and southern parts of our community).  We are committed to this focus for at least three years, and hope that these grants help build the infrastructure these organizations need to transform lives in the most distressed parts of our community.

Please help spread the word: please help those nonprofit organizations you know working in these areas become aware of this grant opportunity. The Letter of Intent phase of the application process is now open until July 28 and additional information may be foundation on our website, https://www.cflouisville.org/grants-partnerships/fund-for-louisville/  Interested nonprofits may apply online.


It's not a secret - Homeowner Repair Program here to help eligible homeowners

Develop Louisville - Office of Housing and Community Development's Homeowner Repair Program may not be well known, but it's here to help. 

Several programs are available only to homeowners in the Russell, Shawnee or Portland neighborhoods. 

However, several are are accessible to eligible homeowners throughout Louisville Metro, including the Emergency Repair Program. Household must be at or below 80 percent AMI (Area Median Income) to be eligible to receive up to $5,000 toward emergency repair costs. Eligible costs include replacement or repair of major interior mechanical systems such as furnaces and water heaters and exterior health and safety issues such as gas and water line leaks and electrical wiring. Homeowners must continue to reside in the home as the owner occupant for a minimum of one year after work has been completed.  

Housing Program Specialist Mary-Ellen Leavell can assist applicants and may be reached at 574-6126 or Mary.Leavell@louisvilleky.gov


LMPD's anonymous tips - call, text or submit a tip online

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Contrary to what many people think, when you submit a tip it's not recorded, there is no caller ID, and they don't want to know your name. When a tip is entered, the person taking the tip doesn't even use gender identity of the person giving the tip. You can provide a tip: 

  • By phone call to 574-LMPD (5673)
  • Sending a text to the number 274637, or CRIMES. Just type LMPD, plus your tip
  • Online by clicking here

The Internet-based systems route messages through a server that encrypts cell phone numbers before they get to police, making tips virtually impossible to track. The anonymous texting feature allows people with tips to communicate with police in near-real time. 

Calling 574-LMPD not only helps stop crime, but it enhances the overall quality of life of everyone in your community by getting criminals, who target innocent people, off the streets. It also helps hold offenders accountable for their actions.


Falls City Community BikeWorks needs volunteers!

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Falls City Community BikeWorks is a not-for-profit community bike shop at 1217 Logan Street. 

This is a great place for anyone of all ages to learn and practice bike maintenance.

Our shop has tools, parts, and volunteer bike experts to show you how to work on your bike or one of ours.

The mission

We provide the space, tools and expertise to any community member wishing to learn and practice bicycle maintenance.

We channel the donation of refurbished bicycles (and related equipment and skills) to Louisvillians in need of reliable transportation.

The overriding goal is to make bicycling more affordable and widespread. For more information, go to www.fccbikeworks.org/


Free tax preparation for eligible residents filing past due returns

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Although the 2016 tax filing season has ended, there is still free help available in preparing past due and amended tax returns. Now through October, the Louisville Asset Building Coalition’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, or VITA, will provide federal and state income tax assistance to income eligible residents who need help filing prior returns.

Taxpayers earning $64,000 or less can make an appointment with a VITA team member by calling 502-814-2715.


TARC Summer Youth Pass Now on Sale

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Getting to jobs, the movies, recreational activities and fun events around Louisville is affordable and easy for young people with the TARC Summer Youth Pass, which is available now. 

The pass costs $30 and is available to anyone 6-19 years old. With the pass, youths can take unlimited TARC rides on all routes from June 1 to August 31.

The pass can be ordered from TARC’s website, www.ridetarc.org, or purchased at the following locations:

  • Union Station, 1000 W. Broadway
  • Nia Center, 2900 W. Broadway
  • All Fifth Third Banks
  • Louisville Free Public Library, 3rd & York

To order by mail, send a check or money order for $30, with your name, address and phone number, to SUMMER YOUTH PASS; c/o TARC cashier; 1000 W. Broadway; Louisville, KY  40203.


Farmers Market Association and Guide to Local Food Resources

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Louisville's new Farmers Market Association (LFMA) seeks to support farmers markets, farmers and local food producers to promote access to a healthy and sustainable food system. For more information on the group, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-farmers-markets-association

There is also now a new Guide to Local Food Resources that provides a map and list of all of Louisville’s farmers markets, Fresh Stop markets and Healthy Corner Stores. Click here to see the guide.


Income-eligible senior citizens shop at area Farmers' Markets with some help from SFMNP

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The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides income eligible seniors with $28 in checks per season to purchase fresh, unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at nine area approved farmers markets.

Apply at any Neighborhood Place (click here for locations), Dosker Manor Apartments, Dare to Care at 3360 Commerce Center Place, or Louisville Metro Health and Wellness at 400 East Gray Street. 

Click here for more details on the program. 


Volunteers of America offering expanded addiction recovery services 

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Volunteers of America offers expanded addiction recovery services to help battle the opioid crisis. VOA offers residential, outpatient services and transitional housing to men, women, and pregnant or parenting women. We have locations at 1436 South Shelby Street, 2500 W Broadway and 4303 W Broadway. Call today: 502-635-4530 or go to www.voamid.org/addiction


Resources to help fight addiction in our community 

Louisville Metro Syringe Exchange: Syringe exchange is a proven practice to reduce the spread of HIV, Hepatitis C and other infectious diseases as well as increasing access to drug treatment for addiction.  

Louisville Metro Syringe Exchange Program sites: Inside the Louisville Metro Public Department of Health & Wellness, 400 E. Gray St.; Look for the RV at: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3640 River Park Drive (37th and River Park), Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon; 1455 Bicknell Ave. (corner of Bicknell and Taylor), Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., behind the Lake Dreamland Fire Station, 4603 Cane Run Rd., Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, click here.

Permanent drug drop-off location: Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, 531 Court Place. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For additional information dial 311.

Nar-Anon: Hope for Families (program for people who love someone with an addiction) meets at Mosaic UMC, 8008 St. Andrews Church Road, Mondays at 8 p.m. 

YMCA Safe Place provides referrals to kids, including those affected by a family overdose. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 502-635-5233. 


Become a Foster Grandparent! 

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Participants in the Louisville Metro Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) are individuals 55 years or older who tutor and assist children with special or exceptional learning needs in essential skills such as reading, writing and math, while offering the basic guidance of a mentor, advocate and friend. Currently, more than 130 Foster "Grannies" and "Grandpas" share their compassion and caring at over 28 sites including Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), Boys & Girls Clubs and several community centers and after school programs.

Volunteers provide a minimum of 15 hours up to a maximum of 40 hours of service per week and may qualify for a tax-free, hourly stipend as well as free supplemental accident and liability insurance while serving. 

For more information, please call 502-574-1529 or visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services/foster-grandparent-program-fgp


Louisville Metro Bats nights

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The Louisville Bats are hosting two types of Louisville Metro Government Nights. 

Metro Council Mondays: the Bats will host groups and organizations doing the good of the community on August 28. Examples include school fundraisers and charity auctions.

Community Nights: The Bats will host two community nights, providing tickets, hot dogs, and soft drinks to non-profit groups who would not be able to afford a Bats game under regular circumstances. The final night is August 2. Groups will need to contact the Bats office directly to sign up for the program. Examples include mentoring organizations and social service agencies.

To request tickets for either part of the program, organizations should contact Shelby Harding at sharding@batsbaseball.com. Please include your Metro Council District, organization name, contact name, mailing address, daytime phone and number of tickets requested. Email requests are preferred, but if email is not available please call 614-4502.


Have a small business or want to start one? Louisville Forward offers many resources

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Business planning and advice for starting, relocating and expanding a business and access to financing opportunities, training and workforce development assistance are all available from Louisville Forward Economic Development by clicking here

This single entry point allows you to inquire about the resources you need for your business and be connected with experts to assist you.

You can receive free business plan assistance through a number of professional business assistance providers, as well as mentors with corporate and business ownership experience closely matched to your needs. You also may be eligible for alternative lending programs through a variety of organizations, depending on the location of your business and your access to capital.

Louisville Forward Small Business Development’s https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-forward/services/small-business-development team of managers will help guide you to the resources and partner organizations that will best fit your needs. 


Free training and jobs links for manufacturing and construction

To find programs for FREE training and to connect people to jobs in construction and manufacturing, please click one of the following: 
KentuckianaWorks Homepage
KY Career Centers
KY Health Career Center
KY Manufacturing Career Center
Code Louisville
Mayor's SummerWorks
KentuckianaWorks College Access Center
Kentuckiana Builds
KentuckianaWorks on Youtube
Events Calendar


Louisville Metro events


July 25 - Voice your opinion on the proposed tree ordinance

A special committee meeting to allow members of the public a chance to voice their opinion on the proposed ordinance will be held Tuesday, July 25. 

The special meeting is set for Tuesday, July 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Council Chambers. Individuals wishing to speak will sign up with the Clerk’s Office one hour prior to the start of the meeting on the third floor of City Hall. Sign-up sheets will be at the third Floor Lobby desk. Speakers will be called in order of signup and have up to five minutes to make comments. No signup will be taken by phone or online.

All Metro Council Committee meetings are carried live on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 25 and on UVERSE Channel 99. You can watch the meetings online by going to the Metro Council home page at http://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/metro-council-clerk and click the “Watch Meetings Online” button.


August 5: "Heroin Hurts Louisville: What we can do" classes for parents, caregivers

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The Department of Public Health and Wellness and the Louisville Free Public Library are offering a free 90-minute course for caregivers and parents on how to talk to children about the heroin epidemic.

Drug overdoses are the leading cause of accidental deaths in Louisville and all of Kentucky. “Heroin Hurts Louisville: What We Can Do” will offer insights as to why teenagers start to use drugs, how to start the conversation about the dangers of heroin and other substance abuse, and how to act quickly if someone they love is at risk of using. It will be taught by a certified drug and alcohol counselor.

The next class is Saturday, August 5 at 2 p.m. at the Southwest Regional Library at 9725 Dixie Highway. 

Registration is required. Phone 574-1623 to register.


July 22 - Louisville Grows Garden Gala

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The Louisville Grows Team is excited to bring to you the 2nd Louisville Grows Garden Gala on Saturday, July 22nd, 2017 at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH). You’ll enjoy an evening of great local food, drinks, music, and a silent auction while supporting Louisville Grows’ innovative programs. 

Since 2009, Louisville Grows has been at the forefront of sustainable agriculture and local food production. People recognize the benefit of growing food in their own neighborhoods, and Louisville Grows helps these initiatives through education and providing resources to enable communities to be more self-sufficient. From promoting healthy food to building the green canopies of Louisville’s urban spaces, Louisville Grows is an organization that will continue to lead this city in a beneficial and sustainable direction.

For tickets, click here


July 28 and 29 - Burnt Knob Music Festival

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The inaugural Burnt Knob Music Festival at the Iroquois Amphitheater will be Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29.

The festival is a celebration of local music and will feature seven acts over two nights. 


Movies at the Iroquois Amphitheater

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