 July 11, July 18 and July 25, Supporting the Black Family: Mental Wellness Workshop at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 5 – 7 p.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 354-8424 or email theglamnetwork18@gmail. In recognition of Minority Mental Health Month, this series features three workshops which include: 1) “I did not ask to be here!”, a parent workshop centered on the development of children and how adverse childhood experiences affect their health; 2) “This mama is tired!”, a women’s workshop exploring the self-worth of being the nurturer of the family; and 3) “Brother are you alright?”, a men’s workshop exploring what it is like to live in a society where being vulnerable is identified as weakness. Light refreshments will be served. Presented by Ujima Neighborhood Place Community Council and The Girls Living Above Mediocrity Network.
 This first community-wide Juneteenth Jubilee commemorates the final communication of the abolition of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. June 19th is “Juneteenth National Freedom Day” in Kentucky, in honor and reflection of the significant roles that African-Americans have played in the history of the United States. The new date of July 28th also holds a special significance because on July 28, 1868, the adoption of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was certified. The amendment grants citizenship to “all persons born or naturalized in the United States,” which included former slaves.
The 2019 Juneteenth Jubilee will begin at 2nd and Main on the KFC Yum! Center Plaza with a community gathering in remembrance of the thousands of enslaved Africans sold at this site in the 1800s. Lead a group in the community parade, and to wear t-shirts and carry banners or signs representing your group. Grand Marshal Ed Hamilton and the River City Drum Corp will lead participants through Downtown Louisville in a march for freedom to Waterfront Park.
TARC will provide a free circulating shuttle at 15 minute intervals from 8:15-9:45pm between the Lincoln Memorial, the Green Parking Lot (adjacent to the Great Lawn), and Yum! Plaza at 2nd & Main. Shuttle stops are indicated by a red t on the route map above. Parking is also available at locations indicated on the map. (Please note that the Wharf Parking Lot is paid parking.)
TARC is also providing a free shuttle from the Parkland Boys and Girls Club at 3200 Greenwood Avenue, Louisville, KY 40211, on the following schedule:
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7:00pm – Shuttle leaves Parkland Boys and Girls Club for the parade site at Yum! Plaza
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7:30pm – Shuttle leaves Parkland Boys and Girls Club for the parade site at Yum! Plaza
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9:15pm – After the performance (approximately 9:15pm), shuttle leaves Lincoln Memorial to return to Greenwood Avenue
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9:45pm (If needed) – Last shuttle will leave Lincoln Memorial for Greenwood Avenue
All shuttles are generously sponsored by TARC free of charge in support of this community event.
Schedule:
7:30pm: The public is invited to gather at the KFC Yum! Center Plaza, 2nd & Main Streets
8:00pm: March to the Lincoln Memorial (a distance of approximately 1 mile)
8:30pm: The celebration at the Lincoln Memorial begins
9:15pm: The event will conclude with a beautiful sunset over the Ohio River
Concessions will be available for purchase during the Lincoln Memorial portion of the event.
A big thank you to TARC and Louisville Public Media for helping to make this event possible!
Admission: Free!
For more information go to: https://louisvillewaterfront.com/plan-your-visit/calendar/juneteenth-jubilee-072819/
The Cultural Pass is now available and may be picked up at any Louisville Free Public Library branch. Pass holders can register and track the progress of your Cultural Pass online at www.lfpl.org/culturalpass.
While you’re at the library, sign up for the Summer Reading Program! The program runs from June 1 – August 10. More information is here
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 The Air Quality Index (AQI) tells how clean or polluted your outdoor air is, and what associated health effects might be a concern for you. The EPA calculates the AQI for five major air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act, but the primary focus in Kentuckiana is ground-level ozone (O3) and particle pollution (PM2.5).
 For $30, get unlimited travel through Aug. 31
TARC is once again offering Louisville Area youth unlimited travel with the Summer Youth Pass, good through August 31st.
Getting to jobs, learning activities and fun events around the region is easy and affordable with the Summer Youth Pass, available now for $30.
“Whether your plan is to work, play, or just connect with friends this Summer, the Youth Pass is your mobility solution, providing access to the entire Louisville Area,” said Ferdinand L. Risco Jr., TARC Executive Director, “When coupled with the Metro Cultural Pass, which allows free access to many local arts and cultural destinations, the ability to explore, learn and have fun all Summer long has never been easier.”
The pass (current MyTARC student card required ) can be purchased from TARC’s website or at the following locations:
Union Station, 1000 West Broadway
Nia Center, 2900 West Broadway
Loris’s Gifts at the UofL Hospital & Jewish Hospital Gift Shops
Broadway Food Mart, 4132 West Broadway
*All TARC buses are equipped with bicycle racks, free Wi-Fi and are ADA accessible.
 Louisville Parks and Recreation’s volunteer programs support our local communities and park system through continued dedication to clean, green, safe and inclusive spaces. The volunteer program serves as a point of access for community members to park lands, civic engagement, education, and empowerment.
Requirements to Volunteer
- Must complete a volunteer application.
- Must be at least 14 years old.
- Must be willing to submit to a criminal record background check prior to volunteering in some volunteer positions (only applies to volunteers age 18 or older).
Find a Volunteer Opportunity that Fits YOU!
We have a variety of long-term volunteer opportunities to meet your needs and interests! Explore the drop-down menu below to learn more about our different volunteer opportunities.
.On June 19, Metro311 is launching a whole new online reporting system and mobile app that will make it easier to report nuisance issues like odors, smoke, and dust to the APCD online or on your phone. The new Metro311 will also let you see issues that have already been reported on a map, and will improve how you track progress of your issue along the way. Information about the app, including instructions for downloading to your phone, will be available on the Metro311 website.
However, in order to make these improvements, the current Metro311 Service Request Portal and the 311 mobile app must go offline from Wednesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. until Tuesday, June 18 at 8 p.m. as we prepare to launch the new and improved business and 311 portals.
During our outage period, you can reach us in the following ways:
We appreciate your patience. And please remember that all these contact methods will still be available to you once the new Metro311 app and online reporting system is launched
The Lead Safe Louisville Project is eligible to owner occupied and rental housing structures built prior to 1978, low income qualified, and with children under the age of 6 or expectant mothers.
Examples of eligible repairs include:
Emergency Electrical Issues
Emergency Plumbing Issues
HVAC Systems
Roofing
Lead Hazard Elimination
Exterior Code Violations
Additional Free Services Provided:
• Information and education on lead poisoning
• Lead training classes
• Referral lists of certified lead contractors
• Gardening tips to enhance the property and achieve lead safety
• Free blood lead level testing in qualified children and free testing of paint chips
• Advice about safe and affordable abatement methods
• Educational video programs for preschool and elementary school children
• Inspections and risk assessments for qualified property owners
General Eligibility Requirements: (may include but not limited to the following)
Applicant must meet HUD income requirements
Property must be in Louisville Metro
Resident is owner occupant for at least one year and uses the home as their primary residence
Owner should have all liens released, must be current on property taxes, insurance, flood insurance (if applicable) and mortgage.
All Residents Living in the Chickasaw, Russell, California, Park DuValle and Parkland Communities may apply, or inquire directly by calling 502.574.5850 for current information.
 Back to School Fun Resource Fair at Southwick Community Center, 4 – 7 p.m.
Located at 3621 Southern Ave. Call 313-4635 for more information. The annual event is open to families with children in kindergarten through high school. JCPS Family Resource and Youth Resource Centers Coordinators will complete CAP referrals for families needing clothing and uniform assistance. School supplies will be distributed (while supplies last). Several vendors will be available to provide essential health, education, and community resources. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. JCPS Nutrition Services will provide lunch to youth 18 and under. This event is sponsored in part by Ujima Neighborhood Place, Jefferson County Public Schools/The Carter/DuValle Education Center, Kennedy Montessori/Brandies, Youth Service Centers, Southwick Community Center, Villages of Park DuValle and Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services.
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