This Friday - FridayFest at Highview Park Returns

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James Peden
Councilman James Peden
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY  40202
502.574.1123
In-District Office Hours
Highview Fire Dept. Station 2, 8001 Smyrna Pkwy
1st and 3rd Monday of each Month
5-6 PM - Drop In
6-7 PM - By Appointment 
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FridayFest at Highview Park Returns - This Friday, May 27

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Friday, May 27:
 
JD Shelburne 

with Southern Sirens

All shows are free to attend and run from 6-10pm. Bring a cooler, picnic basket or grab some food from Spinelli's Pizzeria food truck and the 7th Division Grill.

Guests are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show. 

Highview Park is located at 7201 Outer Loop.
 Please enter through Briscoe Lane. 

Remaining Shows:

June 10 - Sheryl Rouse and the Unlimited Show Band with DaMudcats

June 24 - The Monarchs

July 8 - Johnny Berry and the Outliers

July 22 - From Paris with School of Rock

August 5 - Thumper and the Plaid Rabbits with Sam Varga

Sponsorship and Vendor Packages Available

Sponsorship packages and vendor space to fit any budget is available. Contact John Grantz at john@mediaeventsusa.com for more information. 

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For the most up to date information visit FridayFest Facebook Page


Final Days for Louisville Zoo’s Wild Lights


 Only Eight More Chances to See Our New Lanterns

Wild Lights

Guests have only eight more chances to see one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation — Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo. The festival runs Thursday – Sunday evenings through June 5, 2022. Tickets are on sale at louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.

Guests will see the Zoo in a whole new light with a new lineup of lanterns, including more than 70 larger-than-life illuminated displays made of more than 2,000 silk-covered pieces lit by over 50,000 LED lightbulbs.

Visitors can embark on a journey to the far east on a 1.4-mile stroll through the Zoo alongside dramatic cultural displays that celebrate the rich heritage and craftsmanship of lantern artisans. Archways illuminate the path on a magical journey past colorful peacocks, slithering serpents and a beautiful African savanna. Majestic butterflies mark the entrance into a world of larger-than-life insects and animals from all around the world. Visitors can become part of the magic and sway on the glowing moonlight swings or step inside a larger-than-life kaleidoscope.

Wild Lights includes a variety of animal lanterns, including mammals, birds, and insects, a 98-foot-long dragon, mythical Chinese creatures, promenade walk-throughs, interactive photos ops including illuminated angel wings, color changing swings, a kaleidoscope, and many more.

This cultural experience also includes unique handcrafted goods available for purchase along with Asian-fusion treats and drinks by Service Systems Associates (SSA) – the Zoo’s food and amenity vendor.

Wild Lights is in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc., an international event design company. Tianyu has produced 62 lantern events in 38 cities welcoming more than 4.5 million of visitors.

The event is wheelchair and stroller friendly on a paved path. Guests can enter the festival from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday nights through June 5.

Louisville Zoo members may purchase tickets in advance online for $17 per guest age 3 and over. Non-members may purchase general admission tickets in advance online for $20 per guest age 3 and over. Children 2 and under are free. Family Four Pack tickets are available for $55 for members and $65 for non-members in advance online only; Family Four Pack ticket buyers must enter the event together. A $6 parking fee will be added to all online ticket purchases. For more information, visit louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.

Wild Lights is sponsored by Bob Ray Company, Confucius Institute, LG&E and KU Foundation, Norton Children’s, Republic Bank and Weber Group.


Staffed Waste Drop-off Locations Closed Saturday in Recognition of Memorial Day

Memorial Day

All  three staffed recycling drop-off locations, the Waste Reduction Center, and the Haz Bin hazardous waste disposal site, will be closed on Saturday, May 28 in recognition of the Memorial Day holiday and closed on Monday as usual.

A map and complete list of the drop-off sites and regular operating hours can be found at our website.

Residents who rely on private waste haulers should consult those haulers about holiday collection schedules.


Public Input for the Metro Budget

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The public will have two different ways to participate in the budget process and share their thoughts. First, an online form for written comments is available now on the Metro Council website

Click Here for Comment Form The written comments will close on June 3 at 5:00pm.

Second, the Committee’s schedule will have one more opportunity for the public to speak about the budget in person at City Hall. (A virtual option through WebEx will also be available.)

  • June 2, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.  (To participate in-person or virtually, speakers must sign up using a link on the Metro Council website. The link will be active on June 1 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Information and guidance for speaking at the Committee Public Hearings can be found here: https://louisvilleky.gov/metro-council/document/guidance-public-addresses-public-budget-hearings-fy22-23

A complete schedule of meetings can be found here: https://louisvilleky.gov/metro-council/document/fiscal-year-23-budget-hearing-schedule  

The public may watch all meetings live on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, on UVERSE at Channel 99, or on Facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil. Proceedings may also be streamed live from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page at http://louisville.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=2.  


June 18 - Low Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic

Rabies Clinic

Join a Board or Commission

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If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.

There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.

To learn more about applications, please visit: 
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/interested-serving-board-or-commission


Crime Maps - Updated Daily

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Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.  Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. 

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.