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A pipe burst at the Kosair for Kids facility last week, and unfortunately, has destroyed many items. There were many items collected for the annual Kosair Kids Holiday Party that were affected and they’re hoping to replace these items. Kosair would be grateful for your contribution to replacing what was lost such as new toys, books, and stuffed animals.
To purchase a toy from their Amazon Wishlist or make a donation, please visit kosair.org/celebrate
An urban forest master plan is underway in Louisville, focused on health and quality of life. Why, you might ask? Here's what we know:
- Louisville is dealing with heat stress and challenges with air quality. This has impacts on us all, but is especially impactful for underserved and low-income communities.
- Trees are one of the most effective ways to deal with these issues - cooling neighborhoods, intercepting air pollutants, absorbing stormwater and more.
- We also know from studies that we were losing tree canopy. We have been working hard for more than a decade to reverse this trend, and have started to make some progress, but there are still significant inequities between neighborhoods and much more work to be done.
- Additionally, we know that the majority of tree canopy is on private property, so while Louisville Metro is working to improve canopy on public lands, any real change and progress will require community-wide effort.
The Louisville urban forest master plan (called the Louisville Tree Plan) is needed to comprehensively explore the challenges and opportunities we face, bring the community together to identify our needs, priorities and resources, and engage all involved to come away with a solid strategic plan for addressing the urban forest over the next two decades. Please consider providing input this summer. This will take the entire community to make happen. Here's how: (Link: https://www.louisvilletreeplan.org/get-involved.html)
On Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 4:00pm to 11:00pm, the following streets will be closed:
- River Road from East Witherspoon Street/North Preston Street to East Witherspoon
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed to make the 39th Annual Crescent Hill 4th July Festival a Success!
SIGN UP HERE
CLICK Here to Sign Up to Volunteer
Crescent Hill 4th of July Volunteer Sign up
DATES & TIMES
Wednesday & Friday, July 3rd & 5th (Set up and Tear Down)
July 4th - 10 am to 10 pm - FIREWORKS at 10 pm!
On the grounds of the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave
VOLUNTEER SHIFTS
Most volunteer shifts are 2-3 hours long
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Youth ages 16-21 are welcome to volunteer without a parent.
Youth 10-15 must sign up with a parent or guardian.
Check volunteer opportunity job descriptions for the most family-friendly shifts.
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION & APPRECIATION DINNER
All volunteers are invited to attend the FREE Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Tuesday, July 2 at 6 pm. Volunteers will have the opportunity to meet the event chairs, get an overview of the festival activities, meet other volunteers and win Door Prizes!
VOLUNTEER DRESS
Put on your patriotic clothing and dress for the weather! It could be hot, rainy or beautiful weather. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring sunscreen, bug spray and a water bottle. Put picnic spending money in your pocket and leave valuables at home or in your car trunk.
VOLUNTEER CHECK IN
Volunteers are asked to check in and sign in at the Information Booth 15 minutes before shift.
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
CHCC will verify school student community service hours when they volunteer.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions, email Cynthia Thomas, 4th July Festival Chair at crescenthillfourthofjuly.com.
Volunteer Job Descriptions
Family Friendly Shifts - Adults, want to bring your kids to volunteer with you? These are the volunteer slots that would be good for families volunteering together and are highlighted in RED INK. Event Set Up - Event Tear Down - Cake & Prize Wheel Booth - Children’s Fun Zone - Children’s Field Games
Teens Volunteering Alone - Any teenager 13 years of age or older may volunteer to work alone with parental consent. These are the volunteer slots that would be good for teens volunteering alone: Event Set Up - Event Tear Down - Cake Wheel Booth - Children’s Fun Zone - Children’s Field Games - Pet Show
Event Set Up – Wednesday, July 3 from 9 am – Noon. Help get event items out of the Peterson-Dumesnil House Basement & deliver to the appropriate location. Assist to put out signage and set up booths, tables, garbage cans, recycle bins, water stations, etc. Family Friendly volunteer opportunity.
Event Tear Down – Friday, July 5 from 9 am – Noon. Put away all event materials and store in Peterson-Dumesnil House basement. Clean up the grounds. Family Friendly volunteer opportunity.
Cake Wheel Booth – Tuesday, July 4 from 10 am – 8 pm. Stock cakes & prizes. Spin the wheel. Watch the number board and remove change. Assist winners to pick prizes. Count/makechange. Family Friendly volunteer opportunity.
Children’s Fun Zone – Thursday, July 4 from 10 am – 8 pm. Assist kids to enjoy the free inflatablegames. Family Friendly volunteer opportunity.
Children’s Field Games – Thursday, July 4 from 2:30-3:30 pm. Assist kids to enjoy the free field games. Give away prizes. Family Friendly volunteer opportunity.
Information Booth – Thursday, July 4 from 10 am to 9 pm. Give out event information. Point attendees to event features. Assist volunteers to sign in and get name badges.
Cake Contest – Thursday, July 4 from 12:30-2:30pm. Assist Cake Contest chair to accept cakes for the contest. Cut up pieces of cake for the judges. Cut and package pieces of cake for the public. Sell pieces of cake.
Art Fair Hospitality – Thursday, July 4 from 8 am – 4 pm. Staff the Artist Hospitality Tent. Give out drinks and snacks to artists. “Babysit” artist tents for needed breaks.
VOLUNTEER GENERAL INFORMATION Park on the street in the neighborhood or in the Southern Baptist Seminary parking lot off of Grinstead Avenue near Bayly Ave.
Arrive 15 minutes early for your shift to allow for parking and signing in.
Report to Information Booth – sign in & get volunteer name badge.
Don’t know the answer to any event question, send attendee to the Information Booth!
What to Wear – Comfortable clothing (especially comfortable shoes).
Dress in your Red/White/Blue Patriotic Garb!
What to Bring – water bottle, sun screen, bug spray, battery powered fan.
What not to Bring – Purse/Valuables.
Help us fill all volunteer slots. Ask your family and friends to volunteer with you!
More info at www.crescenthill.us
KY Gaming License # EXE2296
There are 14 unstaffed recycling drop-off locations. Use our online map to find one near you. Despite the smaller openings and clear signage showing what is accepted and what is not, these dumpsters still get items that don’t belong! Follow these guidelines when using the free recycling drop-off locations:
- Only recycle what is accepted:
- Paper: newspaper, magazines, mail, cups, flattened cardboard
- Empy food and beverage cartons
- Plastic: empty kitchen, laundry, bath bottles and containers
- Empty glass bottles and jars
- Empty metal cans, foil pans and wrap
- Remove packaging materials from cardboard boxes BEFORE arriving at the location. Styrofoam inserts and plastic bags/wrap are not accepted – so these items should not be left inside a box or put into the recycling dumpster.
- Flatten, fold, or cut cardboard boxes before arriving at the location. Large, intact boxes take up valuable space inside the recycling dumpsters.
- Plastic bags/wrap are not accepted! Recycle at participating stores only.
- SAFETY CONCERN: If the truck is at the location emptying the dumpsters, stand clear. Do not attempt to recycle while the truck is there!
Even if you have recycling collection at your home, you may want to use a drop-off location when you have more recycling than usual.
Recycle right! For questions about recycling, contact the kNOw Waste Education Department.
The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Fern Creek Elementary and High School. Please enter at the elementary school at 8815 Ferndale Rd. View the entire 2024 schedule.
Tips for attending a Pop-Up Drop-Off:
Pop-Up Drop-Off events are extremely popular, and our staff strives to make the drive-through experience as efficient as possible. Here are seven tips for attending a Pop-Up Drop-Off:
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Do not arrive early! All Pop-Up Drop-Off events start at 10 a.m. A line of vehicles causes traffic backups and prevents our equipment from entering.
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Only bring sensitive documents to be shredded! The line for shredding is usually the longest. We have seen catalogs, paperback books, etc. being shredded, which is unnecessary and takes up valuable time.
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Make sure no items are mixed with your documents! We've seen hammers, scissors, and toys mixed in with documents. These contaminants can break the shredding truck's equipment!
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Try giving away usable items first! We see a LOT of decent items being trashed or recycled at our events. Some residents even offer these items to workers - staff is not allowed to keep items. Please try to donate or give away BEFORE coming to our waste and recycling event.
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Loads of construction materials, lumber, and loose debris are NOT allowed! Take these loads to the Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Ave instead. Pop-Up Drop-Off events are very popular - please follow the rules so we can keep the line moving.
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Separate your loads into the various categories! More can be recycled, and the line moves faster when you are ready to offload your items at each station.
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Check-in staff will ask for your zip code and which types of items you brought. We track this information so we can keep improving our events. Most residents bring large items, electronics, and documents for shredding. Other categories include metal (or mostly metal) items, tires, yard waste, household recyclables, prescription medication, and shoes.
July 9th, 2024 Networking 11:00am Lunch Served at 11:30am Meeting 12:00-1:00pm
Our Mother of Sorrows Cafeteria - 770 Eastern Parkway Louisville, Ky 40217
RSVP is required: Contact Alli HERE or 502.574.5092 to reserve your seat
Parking is available in the lot next to the cafeteria - (It is enclosed by a fence with yellow tubing on top)
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The updates to the Standard Design Guidelines have been officially adopted and are in effect! These guidelines are utilized to evaluate the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for proposed changes to the exterior of properties located in local preservation districts (except Clifton) or properties that are designated Individual Landmarks.
We are hosting meetings to share the updates with you and answer any questions you may have. Please see the attached schedule and attend one that best fits your schedule.
The updated Standard Design Guidelines and COA application are available on our website (https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/historic-preservation-urban-design) and in our office (444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor).
Children, pregnant people, and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk for swimming-related illnesses.
Recreational water might be contaminated with Crypto, which can cause life-threatening symptoms in people with weakened immune systems. These individuals should consult their healthcare provider before participating in recreational water activities, such as swimming.
Before You Get In
Pools, hot tubs, and water playgrounds with proper chlorine or bromine levels and pH are less likely to spread germs. Injuries and drowning are less likely when trained staff and adequate safety equipment are present. Before you get in:
- Make sure the drain at the bottom of the deep end is visible. Check that the drain covers appear to be secured and in good condition.
- Check for lifeguard(s):
- If on duty, the lifeguard(s) should be focused on swimmers and not distracted.
- If no lifeguard is on duty, find the location of the safety equipment, such as a rescue ring or pole.
- Make sure no chemicals are out in the open.
Check Yourself
- Stay out of the water if you are sick with diarrhea. If you have been diagnosed with Crypto, don't go back in the water until two weeks after diarrhea has completely stopped.
- Stay out of the water if you have an open cut or wound (particularly from a surgery or piercing). If you do go in the water, use waterproof bandages to completely cover the cut or wound.
- Shower before you get in the water. Rinsing off in the shower for just one minute removes most of the dirt or anything else on your body that uses up chlorine or bromine needed to kill or inactivate germs.
Once You Are In
- Don't pee or poop in the water.
- Don't swallow the water.
- Use well-fitting, Coast Guard-approved life jackets, not air-filled toys (for example, water wings), for flotation assistance.
- Keep an eye on children at all times. Kids can drown in seconds and in silence.
- Take kids on bathroom breaks and check diapers every hour.
- Change diapers away from the water to keep germs from getting in.
- Dry ears thoroughly after swimming.
-- Courtesy of CDC
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The Parks Alliance of Louisville is hosting several events at Alberta O. Jones Park this summer! Learn more by clicking here.
Music in the Park is returning for its 2024 season! This event is designed for folks ages 55 and older. Check out all the details on the flyer below.
Catch the Children's Bookmobile at Shelby and Iroquois Parks this summer, through July 25!
Summer break is around the corner! Check out what Louisville Parks and Recreation has to offer to keep kids busy and have fun. Community centers will open for either summer camps or open programming from June 3 - July 26.
Call the individual centers for more information:
- Beechmont | 205 W. Wellington Avenue
- Douglass | 2305 Douglass Boulevard
- Newburg | 4810 Exeter Avenue
- Southwick | 3621 Southern Avenue
- Sun Valley | 6505 Bethany Lane
- Berrytown | 1300 Heafer Road
- California | 1600 W. Catherine Street
- Parkhill | 1703 S 13th Street
- Portland | 640 N 27th Street
- Shawnee | 607 South 37th Street
- South Louisville | 2911 Taylor Boulevard
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Free 4-week Anti-Racism Challenge begins July 5th
This is how it works -- each week participants receive an email with a list of 10-12 possible anti-racism activities to do on your own. We ask participants to choose and complete 3 of these.
The purpose is to help us stay focused and active in challenging racism in our daily lives. This is a personal Challenge – no need to report back. Go to listenlearnact.org to see past Anti-Racism Challenges and to sign up.
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Jefferson Memorial Forest and the Louisville ECHO program is hosting a Teen BMX biking program on July 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Shawnee Park Pump Track. Please share with the youth! Visit www.louisvilleecho.com for more information and to sign up. |
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A Partnership Between the Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra Brings Back Popular ROARchestra Concert for a Wild Evening of Music and Wildlife
LOUISVILLE, Ky (May 22, 2024) – The Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of ROARchestra on Saturday, July 6 at the Louisville Zoo. Following a 15-year hiatus, this beloved family-friendly event combines the excitement of a visit to the Zoo with the soul-stirring sounds of the Louisville Orchestra, creating an unforgettable experience.
“Partnering with Louisville Orchestra to resurrect ROARchestra is super exciting! We are so grateful to Graham Parker and Teddy Abrams for their resourceful leadership and innovative spirit to give this amazing gift back to our community,” said Louisville Zoo Director Dan Maloney. “The return of the event is among the top requests our staff receives. ROARchestra is packed with nostalgia and our patrons have such fond memories of attending incredible live performances at the Zoo. We hope to help our guests create new, even more awesome memories in July with ROARchestra’s return and look forward to growing our partnership with the Louisville Orchestra.”
"We are excited to bring ROARchestra back to Louisville after 15 years," said Graham Parker, Chief Executive of the Louisville Orchestra. "Ever since my arrival in Louisville, not a week will go by when someone asks if ROARchestra will ever be returning, so we are thrilled to say this year that we are. This event is a testament to the incredible partnership between the Louisville Orchestra and the Louisville Zoo, offering a truly unique experience that combines the beauty of wildlife with the power of live music."
Doors open at 7 p.m. allowing guests to explore the Zoo or get settled in the Oasis Field. The concert, conducted by Teddy Abrams, begins at 8:30 p.m. under the stars. Abrams will be joined by guest vocalists Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore with backup singers Teaira Dunn, CeCe Dunn, and Latiana Clayborn. The evening will be a blend of classical masterpieces with soulful pop hits. This unique fusion promises a lineup that will resonate with audiences of all tastes.
The concert will kick off with Leonard Bernstein’s energetic Three Dance Episodes from “On the Town,” setting the stage for an unforgettable musical journey. Audiences will then be immersed in the profound depths of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, a true masterpiece that will captivate and inspire.
Prepare to be moved by the soul-stirring renditions of timeless classics by legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and Lionel Richie. The incredible vocalists will deliver powerful performances of hits like "Endless Love“ "It’s A Man’s World," and "Ain’t No Mountain High Enough." Their extraordinary talent will leave you in awe and have you singing along with them all night.
Tickets
Adults — $30, Children 3-11 — $15, Children 2 and under — Free, Parking is included with admission.
Concessions, including adult libations, will be available for purchase. This event is expected to sell out; the Zoo and the Orchestra encourage guests to get their tickets early at louisvillezoo.org/roar.
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United Crescent Hill Ministries is currently accepting monetary donations for the School Supply Giveaway until July 15th in the suggested amount of $30/child.
You can sponsor a student by mailing a check or cash to UCHM at 150 South State Street Louisville, KY 40206. All donations are accepted.
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Art in the Park is returning at Central Park for National Recreation and Park Month! Come out on July 17 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm for free arts and crafts activities before Kentucky Shakespeare's showing of Romeo and Juliet.
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Berrytown Recreation Center has mapped out all of its AIR events for the year! From an Ice Cream Social to a Halloween Dance, there is something for everyone! These events are FREE and for ages 18+. The Air Dance events are from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Saturday, July 20th – Space Astro Dance
- Friday, August 30th – Beach Day Dance
- Saturday, September 21st – National Dance Day
All events are at the Berrytown Community Center – 1300 Heafer Road, Louisville, KY 40223. Call 502.456.8148 for more information.
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You're invited to join the Office for Women on Women's Equality Day at an event called "Women's Equality is Human Equality." The celebration will kick off at 10 a.m. on August 24 at Central High School, 1130 W. Chestnut St.
We look forward to you attending our event! RSVP today.
The Office of Planning’s Library Hours return in 2024! City Planners from Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning will be available to answer questions about zoning (What is zoning? Why does it matter?) and discuss the ongoing LDC Reform project, including Middle Housing. We want to hear about your neighborhood and discuss what the reform means for you!
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LIBRARY BRANCH
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Iroquois
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Tuesday, July 30
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South Central Regional
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Tuesday, August 13
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Bon Air
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Tuesday, August 27
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Newburg
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Tuesday, September 10
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Shively
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Tuesday, September 24
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Ad Date: 06.26.2024 | 30-Day Date: 07.26.2024 | Protest Must Be Submitted by: LMPD 5th Division
PUBLIC NOTICE
Legal Notice Top Shelf Brands, LLC, mailing address 1761 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206, hereby declares intention(s) to apply for NQ2 Retail Drink, Special Sunday Retail Drink, Distilled Spirits Vintage, Sampling, Supplemental Bar, Transitional Distilled Spirits and Wine License, Transitional Malt Beverage and Quota Retail Package Licenses to operate as a restaurant no later than September 24, 2024. The business to be licensed will be located at 1761 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206, doing business as The Silver Dollar. The Owners; Principal Officers and Directors; Limited Partners; or Members are as follows: Member, Trivial Pursuits, LLC, 1795 Alysheba Way, PMB 293336, Lexington, KY 40509. Any person may protest the approval of the license by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within thirty (30) days of the date of this legal publication.
You are invited to attend a review for a CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT to allow short term rental of a dwelling unit that is not the primary residence of the owner.
Subject Property: 202 Marshall Drive
Case Number: 24-CUP-0090
Case Manager: Jeremy Chesler (jeremy.chesler@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type: BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Date: MONDAY, July 1, 2024
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)
You may also participate online, and view case material by visiting: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/upcoming-public-meetings
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You are invited to attend a review of a VARIANCE(S) for a proposed accessory structure.
Subject Property: 441 Lightfoot Rd
Case Number: 24-VARIANCE-0072
Case Manager: MARK PINTO (mark.pinto@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type: Board of Zoning Adjustment
Meeting Date: Monday, July 1st, 2024
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)
You may also participate online, and view case material by visiting: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
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You are invited to attend a review for a TEXT AMENDMENT to the LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE related to FACTORY BUILT HOUSING.
Subject: Changes to the regulations in the Land Development Code for Factory Built Housing
Case Number: 23-LDC-0004
Case Manager: Rachel Casey (rachel.casey@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type: Planning Commission
Meeting Date: July 11, 2024
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)
Learn how to watch and participate online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/upcoming-public-meetings
Below are some Ninth District calendar events! To view a full listing of events, please visit the District 9 Blog at http://district9news.wordpress.com/. If you would like to submit events to be considered for the blog calendar please email Regina Garr or call 574-1297.
Computer Tune-up & Repair Group A FREE computer tune-up and repair service is offered the first Saturday of each month from 1 - 4:30 PM. at the St. Matthews Library - small conference room. Our meeting dates for the next few months are - June 1, July 6, August 3. Participants must bring any additional devices that that are needed such as a keyboard, monitor, and mouse for desktops. If participants are bringing a laptop, please bring your battery charger. If you would like to attend, please contact Rae Taylor at taylor_rae@hotmail.com. We limit the attendance to 3 people.
Sunday, July 9th - Save the Date! Save the Date for a Concert Under the Cupola at the Peterson Dumesnil House! Join us for free, live music on the porch by the North Bayly Project beginning at 6:30pm On Sunday, July 9th. Bring a blanket and a beverage and enjoy some great music with your neighbors!
Wednesday, July 17th: Meet a Code Enforcement Supervisor These monthly community office hours are for the public to learn about the Department of Codes & Regulations' code enforcement efforts and ask questions. Meet a supervisor. Ask questions. Learn about Code Enforcement. Gilda’s Club Kentuckiana, 2440 Grinstead Drive.
Friday, August 9 & Saturday, August 10th: St. Joe’s 175th Annual Picnic We are coming together to support our purpose of providing inclusive and compassionate care to ensure a safe and bright future for every child in our diverse community.
This year’s event takes place on Friday, August 9 from 5 pm – 10 pm and Saturday, August 10 from Noon to Midnight. Come out to this free, family-friendly event and support St. Joe’s by playing carnival & casino games, enjoying the delicious food and drinks, and buying chances on raffle items.
Picnic is held on our campus at 2823 Frankfort Avenue, with free parking available onsite. Overflow parking with free shuttle service is also available on Saturday at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Parking Lot off Grinstead Drive.
Get more information at SJKids.org/Picnic
Please note: 8PM Curfew for 17 and under
Due to safety concerns, anyone 17 and under must be within arm’s length, direct supervision of an adult or leave the St. Joe’s campus by 8pm
Tuesday, August 28th: 60+ Programs Monthly Live Music Series Join United Crescent Hill Ministries on Tuesday, August 28th at 10:30am for this series! Located at 150 State Street.
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