+ It's Welcoming Week in Louisville and around the world!
When places describe themselves as welcoming, what does it mean?
Welcoming America is a nonprofit leading a movement of inclusive communities becoming more prosperous by ensuring everyone belongs, including immigrants. Learn more about how they connect a broad network of nonprofits and local governments and support them in becoming truly welcoming places.
Being welcoming is much more than being friendly, tolerant, or peaceful. Welcoming America believes that truly welcoming places have intentional, inclusive policies, practices, and norms that enable all residents to live, thrive, and contribute fully — including immigrants.
Welcoming places are made possible by welcoming people and leaders, including immigrants themselves. Whether you’re a student, librarian, government worker, or business owner, each of us is empowered to foster more welcoming places at work, in our neighborhoods, and places of gathering.
Communities that have worked for many years to become more welcoming have helped Welcoming America shape the Welcoming Standard. Together, welcoming places, communities, and individuals can create the conditions for a thriving community that embraces, harnesses, and fully leverages the contributions of all residents.
+ The Big Table: World’s Largest Potluck returns to Iroquois Park September 11 to celebrate city’s diversity
Mayor Greg Fischer announced that The Big Table, a welcoming event aimed at bringing people from all backgrounds together to share food and conversation, is returning to Iroquois Park on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Each participant is asked to bring a dish, fruit, dessert, or non-alcoholic drink to share with at least eight people. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish that reflects something about them or their family, along with a recipe card. Tables, chairs, eating utensils and plates will be provided by event sponsors, the Paula Schoenhoff Family Foundation, Lean into Louisville and the Louisville Metro Office for Globalization.
+ Mayor Fischer announces finalists from the semi-final round of “The Louisville” Cocktail Competition
Mayor Greg Fischer recently announced the five finalists from the semi-final round of “The Louisville” Cocktail Competition.
“The Louisville” Cocktail Competition – presented by the Kroger Company – is a search for the perfect cocktail infused with Kentucky Bourbon to represent the city of Louisville, for a soon-to-be famous cocktail served at bars around the globe.
“Over the last decade, we’ve worked to fully embrace our city’s rich heritage with bourbon, including over 10 new bourbon experiences for visitors and residents to enjoy. The Louisville cocktail is the next step in the evolution of bourbonism,” said the Mayor. “This cocktail is expected to be synonymous with our city and our beloved, diverse and delightful bourbon – wherever bourbon is served.”
On Thursday, September 8, at 6:00 p.m., Louisville Metro Council will welcome a delegation from the Republic of Kosovo through the World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana. The visitors from Kosovo have been invited to the United States under the Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program. The delegation will observe the Metro Council meeting and the processes of Louisville Metro Government.
Louisville City Hall Chambers, 601 W Jefferson St.
Kosovo is in Southeast Europe between Serbia and Macedonia. The primary language spoken is Albanian. The estimated population is over 1.9 million. For more information on Kosovo, please visit https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/kosovo/.
Events
+ Come see Chinese Sichuan Opera featuring Cui Guangli
Thursday, September 8, 7:00 p.m.
In partnership with the Louisville Free Public Library and the Asia Institute Crane House, the World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana is excited to present this special presentation of Chinese Sichuan Opera. Learn more about the special form of opera, hear from world-renowned Chinese artist Cui Guangli and more.
Louisville Free Public Library-Main Branch Auditorium, 301 York St., Louisville, 40203
+ Mayor and LMPD update community about ongoing public safety reform efforts; announce virtual community forum
Saturday, September 10, 2:00 p.m., virtual
Mayor Greg Fischer and Louisville Metro Police Chief Erika Shields recently provided the community with an update on the progress of the substantive changes initiated in the wake of the 2020 national reckoning with policing, of which Louisville was at the forefront.
They also announced a virtual community forum and encouraged residents to participate in a conversation about the city’s public safety efforts. The forum will be streamed on the Mayor’s Facebook page.
+ Join Kentuckiana Works for a special workshop about Norton Healthcare
Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m., virtual
Join Kentucliana Works and Norton Healthcare for a special virtual workshop, intro to Norton Healthcare. In this workshop, you will discover your home at Norton Healthcare! Whether you're searching for clinical roles or non-clinical positions, we invite you to learn more about their hospitals, specialty nursing units, and the care they provide. Join the Norton Healthcare team for a workshop to learn more!
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 between Jefferson and Market streets and eat some delicious, local food!
+ Join World Affairs Council for global trivia
Tuesday, September 13, 6:30 p.m.
Five rounds of ten questions each cover themes from geography, current events, the arts, pop culture, and more. Get your friends together for this fun and competitive trivia, $5 suggested donation per player, 5 person maximum per team, Prizes for top-scoring teams!
TEN20 Craft Brewery, 1020 E. Washington St., Louisville, 40206
The library is hosting a class, "How the Library Can Help your Business." From market research and sales leads to commercial property information, the business resources at the Louisville Free Public Library are more in-depth than you might think. Katherine Skaggs, Small Business Resources Librarian, will provide an overview and demonstration of the research resources the Library has available. All with your library card.
Louisville Free Public Library, Main Branch, 2nd floor classroom, 301 York St. Louisville, 40203
Wednesday, September 14, at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday, October 12, at 6:30 p.m.
The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce Happy Hour experiences. Happy Hour guests will enjoy exclusive keeper talks and animal interactions in their favorite Zoo exhibit spaces. The $35 ticket includes entry, appetizers, and two drink tickets redeemable for beer, wine or a specialty cocktail. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase. These are after-hours 21+ events.
+Equity in Contracting & Procurement Match Maker Event
Wednesday, September 14, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Mayor's Equity Task Force in Contract Administration and Procurement is hosting its inaugural Matchmaker event to connect Black and other MBE's & WBE's to target contracting opportunities with the following organizations the Task Force encompasses:
Louisville Central Community Center (LCCC), 1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, 40203
Our dinosaur is now on view behind our building in all its newly-painted glory. Stop by this weekend to see a little bit of (prehistoric) history on West Washington Street in downtown Louisville. And don't forget to lock in your tickets for our upcoming Dino Day celebration on September 17 where the dinosaur's new name will be revealed.
“Save the Date” for the upcoming World of Work 2.0 event at KICC (Kentucky International Convention Center). There will be a panel discussion moderated by Anne Edward (Chief People Office at Bamboo Health) that includes a site selection consultant, an industrial/organizational psychologist, business leaders, and an employee perspectives. The panel will run 45-60 minutes followed by an audience Q&A.
Join the Latin Music Awards for the biggest night of Latin Music in Kentucky. Live Performances, Awards, Red Carpet, Dance. Over 60 artists nominated for awards.
Fourth Street Live!, 411 S. 4th St., Louisville, 40202
Interfaith Paths to Peace is inviting every religious and spiritual congregation to help catalyze and lead a movement for real change to reduce urban violence through justice, healing and peacemaking.
Location: TBD
For more information and registration, click here.
+ Save the Date for Global Gourmet fundraiser
Friday, September 30, 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.
+ Come hear author Donald Smith, speak about new book
Friday, September 30, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join the World Affairs Council to hear Donald Smith, author and ret. Army officer, speak about his book "Steinstueken: A Little Pocket of Freedom.”
Monnik Beer Co., 1036 E. Burnett Ave., Louisville, 40217
For more information and registration, click here.
+ Take a tour of Legendary Turkey
World Affairs Council presents, an opportunity to travel with Dom Samford to Turkey, a fascinating land where exotic sights, scents, and sounds reign and Europe and Asia meet. With its ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and dramatic Turquoise Coast, Turkey engages and beguiles, offering your small group an unparalleled experience.
For registration and more information, click here.
The Global Louisville Directory is an interactive online tool that connects the community with institutions, businesses, organizations, and services that speak their language and have a higher understanding of cultural competency structures that reduce anxiety for foreign-born consumers and increase their level of comfort to thrive as a valued resident of Louisville.
Click HEREto register your business, organanization, or service on the Global Louisville Directory.
Global Lou Highlights
Let's celebrate the all new Global Dining Passport! We recently launched the passport so you can travel the world with out leaving Louisville! There are many authentic restaurants owned by now Louisvillians from other parts of the world, bringing their delicious cuisine. Here are some of the restaurants in the passport to try all over the city:
Limon y Sal, 10000 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, 40241, 502-426-4604, Limon y Sal
Ramen House, 1250 Bardstown Rd., Ste.17A (Mid City Mall), Louisville, 40204, 502-709-5218, Ramen House
Lee's Korean Restaurant, 1941 Bishop Ln., Louisville, 40218, 502-456-9714, Lee's Korean Restaurant
Check out the international restaurants, and visit the Global Louisville Directory HERE to find more international businesses!
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