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"Finances and You" is a six-series workshop that will
give participants a wealth of knowledge from Louisville Metro Government
presenters and a number of guest speakers with experience in financial
education and representatives from financial institutions.
The next offering
begins August 29, 2018 at the Nia Center. Learn more and register here.
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 Aug 11, Back to School Event at
Meyzeek Middle School, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Located at 828 S. Jackson St. Call 574-6638 for more information. Open to
students kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks with essential
school supplies for the coming year will be distributed while supplies
last. Your child must be present to receive school supplies. Smile
Academy will provide free dental screenings. Many other local
community venders and agencies will be in the gym to provide information for
families. Families may complete a CAP referral during the event as well
for clothing and uniform assistance. Sponsored by Charmoli Center
Neighborhood Place, Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community
Services and area JCPS schools.
Aug 11, Back to School Festival at
Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Located at 1501 Rangeland Rd. Call 313-4498 or 313-4700 for more
information. This annual event is open to families with children in
kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks and grade-appropriate school
supplies (while supplies last) will be provided. Children must be accompanied
by a parent or guardian. Free lunches will be served to kids by JCPS
Nutrition Services and families may complete a CAP referral during the event as
well for clothing and uniform assistance. A Community Resource Fair will
include over twenty presenters including diabetes and blood pressure checks,
the YMCA program, voter registration, library services and lots of fun and
music. Event sponsored in part by First Neighborhood Place, area JCPS
schools and Family Resource and Youth Services Centers, and Louisville Metro
Office of Resilience and Community Services.
 District 1 gathered with LMPD for National Night Out on Tuesday August 7th at Cash Savers Market. National Night Out is a national event that seeks to unite law enforcement and the communities they serve. The night featured free food, mascots, giveaways and crime prevention tips, and block watch information.
 On Tuesday August 7th, Southwick Community Center hosted its Back to School supply giveaway. I was in attendance and over 300 backpacks were given away filled with school supplies! The event also featured free physicals, dental exams, free haircuts and free food! Thank you Charter Communications and Ms. Call for the generous $5,000.00 donation to Southwick Community Center!
 Breakfast and Lunch will be served.
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-love-louisville-ambassador-institute-10-tickets-48418003552
Louisville's
ongoing effort to reduce air pollution is the focus of a new workshop series
hosted by the Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District.
The
goal of "Clearing The Air" is to give the public an inside look at
the APCD, everything from the science of air pollution to the laws and
regulations that protect our health from harmful air.
"Clearing
The Air" will consist of seven free workshops, all to be held at the
Louisville Free Public Library, 301 York St.
- Aug. 13: Odors: Reporting and Responding
- Aug. 27: The APCD Regulatory Process
- Sept. 10: How We Monitor Air Quality
- Sept. 22: Technical Workshop
- Sept. 24: The STAR Program/Environmental Justice
The
workshops will be 5:30-7 p.m., and they are free and open to the public.
(*Exception:
The Technical Workshop will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m.)
For
updates, go to www.louisvilleky.gov/APCD
or call (502) 574-6000.
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Haz Bin, our household hazardous waste drop-off facility,
will operate on a five days a week schedule beginning Tuesday, August 14. The
facility is currently open only on Wednesday and Saturday. That's three
additional days per week to safely dispose of such things as batteries,
gasoline, solvents and other items that may be lingering in your basement or
garage. Location and new hours:
Haz Bin
7501 Grade Lane
Tuesday through Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Learn more about program guidelines, including
which hazardous materials are accepted and which are not.
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Louisville
Grows' First Annual Fundraiser will bring a series of feature length,
independently produced films and shorts together for our first Film Festival.
Each film will explore questions of farmland access, rural livelihoods and the
sustainability of people and place.
Pre-screening
and intermission activities will feature booths by exhibiting partners. Each
ticket purchased will be eligible for door prizes from local businesses during
intermission. Refreshments will
be available for purchase including Apocalypse Brew Works, Heine Brothers'
Coffee and Tina's Fluff and Pop. Proceeds
will benefit Louisville Grows’ tree plantings, community garden grants and
Healthy House programs.
Louisville Grows' First Annual Fundraiser will bring a series of feature length, independently produced films and shorts together for our first Film Festival. Each film will explore questions of farmland access, rural livelihoods and the sustainability of people and place.
Holy Trinity Clifton Campus
2117 Payne Street
Louisville, KY 40206
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sponsored by Limbwalker and Heine Bros. Coffee
Tickets
available on Eventbrite
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 September 8, 2018, the Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana (SCAK) will host the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell 'Unity' Walk.' Last years was so nice, we decided to do it twice. In partnership with the Sickle Cell Patient/Family Support Group, the sickle cell community will come together from both sides of the river at Shawnee Park to help STOMP OUT SICKLE CELL DISEASE. Build your teams and register early. T-shirts will be available on a first come, first serve basis. A flyer above has detailed information. Sponsorships are welcomed and available for a $200.00 donation. Your name and logo will be displayed on t-shirts and any other printed materials for this event. Please Contact: Jo Ann at (502)767-2260 or Sandra at (502) 776-5918. Let’s all Show Up and Show Out for sickle cell. The sickle cell community depends on your support.
 The Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana (SCAK) will host its 8th Annual Sickle Cell Anemia Gala on September 22, 2018, at the Galt House Waterford Room, 25th Floor, the Rivue Tower. This black-tie event will feature Bennie Smith III on Saxophone, accompanied by Alysha Ashley on vocals. There will be a plated dinner, DJ, dancing, and a silent auction. The mistress of ceremony will be none other than yours truly Chea K. Woolfolk. Tickets are $65.00 each, $120.00 per couple and $600.00 per table of 10. Come enjoy 'A Night At The Oscars.' Sponsorship is encouraged, and the packet is attached. For more information contact: Rebecca Seavers - (502)338-0102 or the website: www.thescak.org. See you at the Oscars.
Aug 6, 8, 13, 16, 27, and 31, Passport Health Care Community Engagement at multiple locations
Passport members are invited to join with representatives from Passport Health Care for one-on-one consultations to discuss plan benefits and options. This is a great opportunity as Passport aims to raise awareness and educate the community about the Passport Health Plan mission. Passport members will receive a $10 retail gift card for attending.
• Aug, 6, 13, and 27, First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd (door #16) side of Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1-3 p.m. Call (502) 212-6677 to RSVP.
• Aug. 8, Ujima Neighborhood Place, 3610 Bohne Ave., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Call 313-4635 for more information.
• Aug 16, South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1000 Neighborhood Place, 1 – 2 p.m. Call 313-4635 for more information.
• Aug. 30, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 2 – 3 p.m. Call 1-800-578-0603 ext. 8428 to RSVP.
Aug. 7, 23 and 29, A Healthy Journey for Two Educational Baby Shower at three locations
For more information, contact Mendy Mason at 341-5400. A Healthy Journey for Two is an educational baby shower open to any expectant mothers. The class will include a range of information and resources, as well as free baby items, gift cards, prizes, and snacks. Hosted by Seven Counties and KIDSNow. Fathers are welcome but must be registered.
• Aug. 7, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 1- 3 p.m.
• Aug 23, at First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd. 1 – 3 p.m.
• Aug. 29, at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 3610 Bohne Ave., 1 – 3 p.m.
Aug. 7, Car Seat Safety Check at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 9 – 11 a.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call Norton Children’s Hospital at 629-7358 to make an appointment. Learn how to install your child’s car seat or booster seat. Find out if it’s time for a change. Car seat-fitting by appointment only.
Aug. 13, Sodexo Hiring Opportunities at South Central Neighborhood Place, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Located at 4255 Hazelwood Ave. Call 313-4089 for more information. Sodexo, a food-service agency, will provide on-the-spot interviews for positions with Jewish Hospital, Our Lady of Peace and University of Louisville Hospital. Bring your resume and be prepared for an interview. This is one of Sodexo’s busiest hiring seasons. Stop by if you are looking for employment that can lead to a full-time or part-time position.
Aug. 14, Free Blood Pressure Screenings at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call 485-6145 for more information. Louisville Metro Health and Wellness health educators will provide free blood pressure screenings and health information.
Aug. 14, Healthy Living Club at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1 – 2 p.m.
Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. For more information call 363-1483 or 772-8588. Join this Healthy Living Club to get the support you need to eat better, be active and reduce stress. August meeting will focus on a healthy cooking demonstration. Free samples and recipes shared with all that attend.
Tuesdays, Aug. 21 – Oct. 2, Healthier Meals, Healthier Me Class at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 11 – 12:30 p.m.
Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. Registrations is required by calling 772-8588. Come and learn more about healthy eating, meal planning on a budget and more. Attend classes and earn a slow cooker to keep.
Aug 21, Basic Diabetes Self-Management Class at First Neighborhood Place, 2 - 4 p.m.
Located at 1503 Rangeland Road at T.J. Middle School. Registration is required by calling 574-6663. Whether you are recently diagnosed or have had diabetes for years and need a refresher, this session is for you. Topics include what diabetes is and is not, glucose monitoring, problem solving, healthy eating, medication management, sick day management, healthy exercise, goal setting, and more. Sponsored by Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.
Aug. 30, Passport Health Care Member Informational at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 12 p.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call 1-800-578-0603 ext. 7301 to RSVP. Come join us and get to know about your plan. Lunch is provided. Member’s will receive a $10.00 retail gift card for attending. *Retail gift card available to passport Health Plan members only
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