Beechmont Community Center Hosting Parks and Recreation
Job Fair on Saturday, Nov. 20
 Louisville Parks and Recreation is hosting a job fair at the Beechmont Community Center on Saturday, November 20 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Open interviews will be conducted on site for maintenance, recreation, athletics, aquatics, golf, and administration positions. Stations will be set up in the multipurpose room for candidates to complete applications. Social distancing measures will be in place and masks are required. Candidates will need to bring a photo indentification for background checks, and recommendations for new hires will be sent to human resources the following Monday.
A list of open positions may be viewed here. For additional questions, please call the Parks department at 502-574-PARK (7275).
Help Build a Mountain of Toys for the Kids of Camp Quality
Louisville Parks and Recreation and the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center are partnering with Camp Quality of Kentuckiana for a Christmas toy drive for the children a part of the Camp Quality programming, whose mission is to serve children with cancer by providing year-round programs, experiences, and companionship, all at no cost.
The community is encouraged to purchase a toy with a value of $15 - $20 and drop it off at the Mary T. Aquatic Center now through December 12.
If you are interested in helping with a gift or donation, please call 502-895-6499.
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Winterwoods Spectacular Returns to Iroquois Park
The annual Winterwoods Spectacular will return to the historic Iroquois Park on November 26 and will continue through December 26. Experience the twinkling of millions of lights as you traverse on a ½ mile drive of lighting and artistry that is sure to help celebrate the holiday season. All tickets purchased directly supports the non-profit, Parks Alliance of Louisville, and the community-driven projects they support in Louisville's 120+ public parks and community centers.
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The 2021 City of Louisville Christmas Tree
Cut and Transported to Jefferson Square Park
The 2021 Light Up Louisville Christmas tree was cut down and delivered to Jefferson Square Park on Nov. 17. The 45-foot tall Norway Spruce was donated by the Lindsay family in the Murray Hill neighborhood.
Crews from Louisville Parks and Recreation division of Forestry and Landscaping, Bob Ray Company, Inc., LG&E, and Louisville Metro's Electrical Maintenance team worked to carefully cut down the tree to be delivered to downtown Louisville.
For more details about Light Up Louisville and how to see the city's Christmas tree, click here.
Art Classes are Back at the Metro Arts Community Center
Instructor George Taylor will lead "Intro to Acrylic Painting", "Cartooning" and "Basic Drawing" classes on Tuesday's beginning Nov. 16th through Jan. 4th at the Metro Arts Community Center, located at 8360 Dixie Highway. To register, click here or visit bestparksever.com.
Instructor Rhonda Snyder will lead "Intro to Glass Mosaics" and "Intro to Warm Glass" classes on Wednesday's and Thursday's beginning the first week of January at the Beechmont Community Center. Registration must be completed at least one week prior to the first class. To register visit bestparksever.com.
Registration Now Open for Adult and Youth Basketball Leagues
Registration is now underway for adult and youth basketball leagues taking place this winter. The deadline to sign-up for adult basketball is January 2, and the deadline to register for youth basketball is December 31. Register by visiting bestparksever.com or by calling 502-456-3261.
Shawnee Park Will Transform Into a 3-day
Winter Wonderland Next Month
OneWest and partners will turn Shawnee Park into a magical drive-thru festival featuring more than 200,000 twinkling lights, musical performances, festive tunes and holiday displays over the course of one weekend next month.
Winter Wonderland will be held Dec. 17 – 19 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. OneWest will provide free transportation for youth and families in need. Learn more at https://www.onewest.org.
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