Events
+ Back to School Bash at Olmsted Academy North
 Saturday, July 30, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Olmstead Academy North will host an event giving away free backpacks and school necessities while supplies last; students must be present. Other resources available will be uniform assistance and other uncommon supplies.
Sponsored by JCPS’ Family Resource and Youth Services Center, Louisville Metro RCS and UofL Health.
4530 Bellevue Ave. Louisville, 40215
For more information, call Mrs. McNally at (502) 437-4756.
+ Shop local, start here
 Saturday, July 30, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The event features over 100 retailers, makers, farmers, local libations and food, with kids activities, a cooking competition, misting tent, “kid-preneur” market, and more. Presented by the Louisville Water Company with support from Metro Council, admission to the Fair is free, parking is $6 in advance or $8 at the door, and bicycles are free. For more information click here
Louisville Water Tower Park, 3005 River Road
+ Emmanuel Baptist Church hosts a back to school bash
 Saturday, July 30, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Emmanuel Baptist Church is excited for the opportunity to reach and to provide a safe, faith-fun filled environment to the community and invite everyone to participate in the festivities!
Please Note: The backpack distributions will begin at at 1 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult to receive supplies.
The Back-to-School community-wide event will take place on the campus grounds of Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3815 West Broadway, Louisville, 40211
If you have any questions pertaining to this event or need further information, please contact Gwen Brewer at 502.643.3425 or email Gwen.Brewer@louisvilleky.gov
+ Bring your large household items for free recycling
 Saturday, July 30, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
There is a Pop-Up Drop-Off event for free recycling and large item disposal at St. Stephen's Church, 1018 S. 5th St. To view accepted items, click here.
+ Join the Neighborhood Pilgrimages
July 31 - August 21
Join Interfaith Paths to Peace as they do Neighborhood Pilgrimages taking contemplative walks through diverse neighborhoods.
To register click here.
+ Sign-up for youth Fall soccer
 Registration Deadline August 7
Louisville Parks & Rec want you to sign your kids up for youth soccer! Age groups are 3-10 years old for boys and girls. All practices and games are held at Shawnee Park or Wyandotte Park.
To register or for more information click here
+ Come downtown for food truck Wednesdays
 Every Wednesday now through October from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Each Wednesday experience Food Truck Wednesdays at 4th Street between Jefferson and Market Streets! Louisville Downtown Partnership has curated many amazing food trucks to serve lunchtime patrons each Wednesday through October.
The street will be closed off to foot traffic only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each week. Food trucks will serve food from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come on over to 4th Street and eat some delicious, local food!
S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Market, Louisville, KY
+ Join OSHN and One Love Louisville for Ambassador Training
 Saturday August 20, 2022 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN) would like to invite you to be a part of the next One Love Louisville Ambassador Training. This is an opportunity for citizens to help create a safer Louisville through information and hands-on learning provided by experts in Stop the Bleed, Conflict Resolution, Mental Health 101, Domestic Violence Awareness, The Public Health Approach to Violence, and Community Organizing. This will be an in-person event, where food and refreshments will be served.
Louisville Free Public Library Main Branch
301 York St, Louisville, 40203
Contact jacob.hazel@louisvilleky.gov for questions.
+ See the Beyond Van Gogh Exhibit
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July 6th through September 3rd
Beyond Van Gogh is a new, truly immersive experience. While other shows use virtual reality or still images, Beyond Van Gogh breaks barriers by incorporating both still and moving art. Masterpieces, now freed from frames, come alive, appear and disappear, and flow across multi-surfaces.
Enjoy over 300 pieces of art over a 30,000 square foot area, including the iconic classics "The Starry Night", "Sunflowers", and "Café Terrace at Night". The show is accompanied with a beautiful score and many other surprises!
Hours of operation are as follows:
- Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry 7 p.m.)
- Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry 7 p.m.)
- Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last entry 8 p.m.)
Purchase your tickets here.
Kentucky International Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B 221 S. 4th St., Louisville 40202
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+ Americana hosting Paella & Strawberry Borgoña Wine Dinner
Friday, August 12, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Support Americana's fundraising/funds-matching goal of $5,000 towards the Youth Program by purchasing Paella & Strawberry Borgoña.
The dinner menu consist of Seafood Paell or Chicken & Chorizo Paella and Strawberry Borgoña Wine.
Seafood Paella ~ $25 per 32oz: A traditional Spanish rice dish made with clams, mussels, calamaris, octopus, scallops, and shrimp. One portion can serve one to two people.
Chicken & Chorizo Paella ~ $20 per 32oz: A variation of the traditional Spanish rice dish made with chicken and Spanish chorizo (contains no seafood). One portion can serve one to two people.
Strawberry Borgoña Wine~ This beverage is made with Chilean Pinot Noir wine, strawberries fermented in sugar, and triple sec liqueur. One portion can serve 3-4 drinks.
For more information click here
+ Join the Big Table
 Sunday, Sept 11, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Big Table is one of the world's largest potluck events and the Big Table would like everyone from all walks of life to join.
Iroquois Park, 2120 Rundill Rd, Louisville, 40214
+ Save the Date for Global Gourmet fundraiser
 Friday, September 30, 2022, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This Fall 2022, KRM invite you to the return of Global Gourmet fundraiser! Join them in honoring refugees and their contributions, to our community. The night will include a gallery of original artwork, live music, food from Wiltshire Pantry and local international restaurants, and scholarship recognition for refugee students.
The Henry Clay Grand Ballroom, 604 S. 3rd St., Louisville, 40202
Individual tickets for $150 and a table of eight seats for $1000.
Tickets will soon be made available online for purchase.
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