District 14 eNews - June 29, 2023
Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 06/29/2023 11:58 AM EDT
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In This Edition...
- Fun Fact....This Day in History
- Celebrate This Saturday, July 1st, Riverview Independence Festival
- July 9th Ice Cream Social at Farnsley-Moremen
- Road Construction, Expect Delays
- Teens Can Take Advantage of Free Gym Membership This Summer
- 12 Additional Free Summer Movie Nights Scheduled at Iroquois Amphitheater
- Buy Local Fair July 15th at Iroquois Park
- Hildegard House Seeking Volunteers
- Teens Earn Incentives Attending Summer Camp at Sun Valley
- Register Now for Councilwoman Fowler's FREE Youth Tennis Camp
- Nature LEGO Exhibit at Louisville Zoo
- Farmer's Market Every Sunday at Riverside
- Goodwill's Last Mile to Work
- Live Music & Events at Colonial Gardens this Summer
- Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Illnesses
- Help prevent mosquito bites and breeding grounds
- Meals on Wheels
- Reporting Potholes
- Report a Litterer!
- How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping
- Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed
- Meriweather Waste Reduction Center
- Contact Metro311
Fun Fact....This Day in History
June 29, 2007 Apple releases the first iPhone!
Celebrate This Saturday, July 1st, Riverview Independence Festival
LIVE MUSIC 5:00PM and FIREWORKS SHOW 10:00PM
Join us Saturday for live music from County Wide, The Sheryl Rouse Band and Acorde.
July 9th Ice Cream Social at Farnsley-Moremen
Road Construction, Expect Delays
The following work is expected to start July 7th and will take a couple of months to complete. Please expect delays in this area as the road has to be reconstructed, not just paved, due to base failure. Please share this information with individuals you feel may be affected by the project. Trade Port Drive from Cane Run Rd to Johnsontown Rd, Johnsontown Rd from Cane Run Rd to the bridge over Black Pond Creek, Freeport Ct from Trade Port Dr to dead end, Freeport Dr from Trade Port Dr to the dead end Transport Ct from Freeport Dr to the dead end. |
Teens Can Take Advantage of Free Gym Membership This Summer
Now through August 31, teens 14-19 can use any of the 21 Louisville & Southern Indiana Planet Fitness locations for free through the High School Summer Pass program.
Teens can enroll electronically (with parent or guardian e-signature) by visiting planetfitness.com/summerpass.
Most Planet Fitness locations are open and staffed 24/7 to meet today’s changing schedules and serve members with its Judgement Free Zone philosophy.
Planet Fitness is committed to providing hassle-free, non-intimidating fitness that’s attainable for everyone regardless of their fitness level.
In 2022, more than 4 million teens across 2,400 PF locations nationwide took advantage of High School Summer Pass.
12 Additional Free Summer Movie Nights Scheduled at Iroquois Amphitheater
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As the 85th Iroquois Amphitheater season continues, Louisville Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that 12 additional free movie nights will be added to this year’s calendar.
The Free Summer Movie Season includes the following titles and dates:
- June 28: Grease (PG) 8:30 p.m.
- July 5: The Muppet Movie (G) 8:30 p.m.
- July 19: Hairspray (PG) 8:30 p.m.
- July 26: The Sandlot (PG) 8:30 p.m.
- August 9: Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome (R) 8:30 p.m.
- August 16: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 8:30 p.m.
- August 23: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (PG-13) 8:30 p.m.
- August 31: Goldfinger (PG) 8 p.m.
- September 6: Star Trek: Into Darkness (PG-13) 8 p.m.
- September 13: Pokémon: The First Movie-Mewtwo Strikes Back (G) 8 p.m.
- September 20: Godzilla (NR) 7:30 p.m.
- September 27: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (R) 7:30 p.m.
For a full list of movies that will be shown, visit iroquoisamphitheater.com. The Free Summer Movie Season at the Iroquois Amphitheater is supported by Louisville Metro Councilmembers Jennifer Chappell, Ben Reno-Weber, Andrew Owen, Cindi Fowler, Pat Mulvihill, Rick Blackwell and Betsy Ruhe.
The Iroquois Amphitheater is still in search of community partners to help sponsor these free events for the public. Any business or organization interesting in being involved is asked to email Brian Smith at brian.smith@louisvilleky.gov. The Iroquois Amphitheater, which was built in 1938 with proceeds from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Works Progress Administration, seats 2,438 patrons and is the official Amphitheater of the State of Kentucky.
Buy Local Fair July 15th at Iroquois Park
Hildegard House Seeking Volunteers
Join our Compassionate Community!
Join our community of compassionate volunteers at Hildegard House. We provide a home and
compassionate care for individuals at the end of life who have no home or loved ones to care for them
so that they may die with dignity and access hospice care. We are the family for our residents and care
for them just like family members. Compassionate Companions commit to a weekly 5-hour shift. The
next volunteer training is Friday, July 14 from 6-8pm and Saturday, July 15 from 9 am to 4 pm. To learn
more about volunteering and register at www.hildegardhouse.org or call Volunteer Coordinator Jana
McNally at (502) 581-8267.
Teens Earn Incentives Attending Summer Camp at Sun Valley
Teens can participate in a FREE youth camp in partnership with Metro Louisville's Office of Safety Neighborhood Youth Engagement Services (YES!) division. The camp is specifically designed for youth ages 13-18, and we have partnered with esteemed organizations, including the city's Parks and Recreation Department and POWER Inc. (People Overcoming Walls Eagerly Rebuilding), to provide an enriching and safe experience for our young participants. Program Details: Dates: June 20, 2023 -August 4, 2023, Location: Sun Valley Community Center, Partners: Metro Louisville's Office of Safety YES! Division, Parks and Recreation Department, and POWER Inc.
Program Highlights: The youth camp will offer a wide range of programming aimed at self-discovery, personal development, and building essential life skills. Our dedicated team has curated an engaging curriculum that covers various topics, including but not limited to: Financial literacy, Healthy eating and exercise, Building healthy relationships, and Personal development.
What's Included: To ensure the well-being and enjoyment of the participants, we have arranged the following perks: Daily free meals Daily giveaways Weekly swimming passes Weekly gift cards Free YMCA memberships
Safety and Supervision: The safety and security of our camp participants are of utmost importance to us. The collaboration with Metro Louisville's Office of Safety YES! Division and the support from the Parks and Recreation Department allows us to provide a safe space for our programming. Our experienced staff and volunteers will be present throughout the camp to ensure a positive and secure environment for all attendees. Registration: Registration for the youth camp is still open, and we would appreciate it if you would spread the word among the youth in the community. We believe that providing our youth with opportunities for growth, empowerment, and engagement is crucial for their future success. By offering this free youth camp, we aim to inspire and equip young individuals with the tools they need to thrive. We sincerely appreciate the support of Metro Louisville's Office of Safety YES! Division, the Parks and Recreation Department, and POWER Inc. in making this camp possible. Together, we can make a positive impact in the lives of our youth and empower them to become leaders in our community. For additional information, please call 502-317-2881
Register Now for Councilwoman Fowler's FREE Youth Tennis Camp
Councilwoman Fowler has organized a FREE youth Tennis Camp in her effort to support ongoing activities for children in Southwest Louisville. Spots are limited so registration will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Camp will run July 24th - 28th at Sun Valley Community Center and is supported by the US Tennis Association of Kentucky. Register today by clicking this link https://form.jotform.com/231564009480150.
Nature LEGO Exhibit at Louisville Zoo
Louisville Zoo visitors can enjoy brand new larger-than-life sculptures in Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® exhibit made with LEGO bricks now through September 17, 2023.
The exhibit includes 15 sculptures including an 83-inch-tall moth orchid, a 77-inch-tall goldfinch, a 60-inch-tall snail on a mushroom and a 76-inch-tall hummingbird. The art is made from over 203,000 LEGO bricks.
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring / summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). Visit louisvillezoo.org.
Farmer's Market Every Sunday at Riverside
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TARC Summer Youth Pass now available without charge to youth and one adult legal guardian
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TARC has an exciting update to the 2023 Summer Youth Pass. Thanks to a new partnership with Mayor Craig Greenberg and Louisville Metro, youth – and one accompanying adult legal guardian – will now be able to ride transit without cost through August 31. What is the cost?
What ages can participate in the Summer Youth Pass?
What do I need to participate?
Where can I obtain my pass?
What if I do not already have a reloadable MyTARC student-ID card?
When is it available?
What if I already purchased a $30 pass before the new partnership was announced?
Where can it be used?
What about the express routes?
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Goodwill's Last Mile to Work
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Goodwill’s mission is to help Kentuckians with disabilities or other challenges find and maintain jobs. Because transportation is a major barrier to employment, we match each participant with a rebuilt bike, helmet, safety vest, lights and a lock. All participants use their bikes to aid in their commutes to work and attend Goodwill classes relating to job retention and financial literacy. You can take your bike to the Last Mile to Work shop located at 909 East Broadway or to any Goodwill store in the Louisville area and let the donation attendant know it’s for the Last Mile to Work program, and it will be tagged for transportation. For more information, please contact Glenn Todd, Last Mile to Work project coordinator at (502) 585-5221 ext. 2271.
Live Music & Events at Colonial Gardens this Summer
Protect Yourself from Tick-Borne Illnesses
Have you recently been bitten by a tick? If so, you’re not the only one. Though ticks are prevalent all year long in Kentucky, they are much more active during the warmer months. The tiny parasites are more commonly found in wooded, brushy and grassy areas. However, they can be found in your favorite park and even your own backyard.
Ticks can spread diseases to both dogs and people, and can transmit a number of illnesses including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF). If you are bitten by a tick, or discover one, the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) is asking you to share it with us for identification purposes.
Since the “Spot a Tick and Share Program” launched last year, LMPHW has tested more than 170 ticks. Results are being used to create a map of where ticks are being reported to enhance our education and outreach efforts.
To submit a tick, place it in a small leak-proof container and cover the sample with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer. Label the container with your name on it, along with this completed form, and drop off the sample to LMPHW at 400 E. Gray St. Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. To learn more about how to submit a tick properly, click here.
To protect yourself from getting bitten, remember the T-I-C-K rules of thumb:
- Take precautions and wear insect repellent.
- Inspect your body for ticks and rashes after being outdoors.
- Carefully remove the head and body of the tick.
- Keep monitoring your health for fever, body aches and rashes and seek medical attention if they develop.
For more information about ticks, prevention tips and proper removal, visit LMPHW’s webpage.
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Help prevent mosquito bites and breeding grounds
You have likely already heard the buzz informing you that mosquito season is officially here. To protect Jefferson County residents from diseases the pests can carry, the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) is out in the community actively treating known breeding grounds, trapping mosquitoes and testing them for diseases such as West Nile virus, St. Louis Encephalitis virus, La Cosse Encephalitis virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus.
Each spring and summer, LMPHW mosquito control experts treat 14,500 catch basins to eliminate mosquito larvae as well as 8,982 miles of swampy areas and large areas of land known to collect standing water. The department also places 148 mosquito traps around the city and county.
To protect you and your family from mosquitoes, remember the three D’s: Drain, Defend, Dress.
Drain: Prevent mosquito breeding grounds by emptying standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, toys, pet water dishes, discarded tires and drain birdbaths on a regular basis.
Defend: Use insect repellents when you go outdoors. Repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535 and some oil of lemon eucalyptus and para-menthane-diol products provide longer-lasting protection. To optimize safety and effectiveness, repellents should be used according to the label instructions. More information about insect repellents can be found here.
Dress: Wear long sleeves, long pants, socks and closed-toed shoes when outdoors. Avoid perfumes and scented lotions.
To make a complaint about mosquitos in your neighborhood, call Metro Call at 311 or 502-574-5000. To learn more about mosquitoes and ways to prevent mosquito bites, visit our mosquito control and prevention web page.
Meals on Wheels
Reporting Potholes
We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below;
To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov or click here. |
Report a Litterer!
Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window. Click here to report. Click here for more information |
How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping
Illegally dumped trash is more than just an eyesore! It is expensive to clean up, it negatively impacts our quality of life and economic development, and the plastic debris may end up in our waterways and oceans. Individuals caught dumping illegally may have their vehicle impounded and face fines and fees totaling about $1,000. We have recently posted images on social media asking for help identifying illegal dumpers caught on camera and reporting when a vehicle was impounded. WDRB also helped spread the word about the negative impacts of illegal dumping. View their story here. Residents are encouraged to fill out this online form if they witness illegal dumping. The form can also be used to share home security camera footage or images of illegal dumping occurring with our Solid Waste Enforcement Department. Go to Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumping to learn more about how you can help prevent illegal dumping. Did you know..? Many waste materials can be dropped off legally and for FREE. Up to three large household items, up to 4 passenger tires, and up to 3 electronics items can be dropped off for free at the at the Waste Reduction Center, located at 636 Meriwether Avenue. A pickup truckload of yard waste or construction debris can be disposed for only $60.00. Residents can also utilize the free Pop-Up Drop-Off events that occur monthly, on a Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., March - November, in various parts of Jefferson County. Items must be separated into the various categories for easy off-loading. Know before you go! View the accepted items list here: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps. |
Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed
Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate. If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well! Needed Household Items:
Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310. Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate. |
Meriweather Waste Reduction Center
At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according - CASH ONLY.
Examples of single items
- Up to 4 passenger tires*
- One appliance
- One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair
*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items
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