 Councilwoman
Madonna Flood
Administrative Clerk
Andrea Crider Derouen
City Hall
601 W. Jefferson Street
502-574-1124
Welcome to District 24 E-Newsletter! To learn more about events and services in our district, check out our webpage!
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Step into a Winter Wonderland as we kick off the Holiday Season in Downtown Louisville at this year's "Light Up Louisville" Powered by LG&E!
Join us on Saturday, December 7th from 3pm - 9pm at Jefferson Square Park for an evening full of festive fun do the entire family!
What to expect:
- BRAND NEW! Video-Mapping Show on Metro Hall
- BRAND NEW! 200-Drone Holiday Show
- Local, holiday shopping along the Mistletoe Market
- Delicious bites at Frosty's Food Court
- Live entertainment across 2 stages
- The magical Lots of Lights Parade (Starts at 6:00 pm)
- Free photos with Santa & Friends inside Santa's House
- Free trackless train rides aboard the Jolly Jingle Express
- Fun, free activities for kids and so much more!
Bring the whole family for a night of holiday magic -- it's the perfect way to begin the season! FREE admission for all.
Light Up Louisville is Sponsored by Bank of America, FORD, AT&T, Humana Military, WLKY, IHeart Media, 840 WHAS, 98.9 KISS FM, 100.5 FM, Outfront, & Peterman Brothers.
"The Louisville Metro Council and District 24 have teamed up with the Association of Community Ministries to host a Holiday Food Drive collecting essential foods for those most in need this season. All donations will be provided to the Association of Community Ministries to be divided evenly amongst the 13 Area Community Ministries.
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WHEN: November 11th - December 5th
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WHERE: You may drop off your food donations at:
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WHAT IS NEEDED:
- Canned Protein (beef stew, canned chicken, canned tuna, hearty soups)
- Tomato Sauce
- Diced Tomatoes
- Canned Potatoes
- Boxed Potatoes
Can't drop off food but want to donate monetarily instead? Visit: https://www.louisvilleministries.org/ and click "Donate" to give.
Questions / more information? Call President Markus Winkler's Office, 574-1192
Jefferson County residents can start dropping off their leaves next week. Beginning Nov. 5, residents can bring their leaves to any of these four locations throughout Louisville:
- Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 N Hubbards Lane, Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Shawnee Park, 230 Southwestern Parkway (Athletic Complex), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue, Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This is a free service for residents only. Drop-off sites will not be open Nov. 28-29 in observance of Thanksgiving. Only leaves will be accepted. They can be loose, in paper or compostable bags or in reusable containers. Containers must be taken back by residents.
Louisville Ballet and the Louisville Free Public Library are excited to announce the return of Nutcracker Family Storytimes, November 18 through December 5, at select LFPL locations. The annual event has become a holiday tradition for families across Louisville. What started out in 2010 as a single event at the Main Library, has expanded to include the Iroquois, Northeast, St. Matthews, Shawnee, South Central, and Southwest libraries.
These free, family-friendly events feature two Louisville Ballet dancers, in costume, reading the classic story of The Nutcracker, along with music, dancing, crafts, and more! Plus, one lucky family at each event walks away with four tickets to see Louisville Ballet’s production of The Brown-Forman Nutcracker.
Join us for one of these Nutcracker Family Storytimes:
- Monday, November 18, 6:30 p.m. – Shawnee Library
- Tuesday, November 19, 6:30 p.m. – South Central Regional
- Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 p.m. – Main Library
- Thursday, November 21, 6:30 p.m. – Iroquois Library
- Monday, November 25, 6:30 p.m. – Southwest Regional
- Wednesday, December 4, 6:30 p.m. – Northeast Regional
- Thursday, December 5, 6:30 p.m. – St. Matthews Library
For more information, visit LFPL.org/Nutcracker, or call the Main Library Children’s Department at (502) 574-1620.
The Louisville Zoo invites guests to celebrate Wild Winter Days, presented by Kroger, Nov. 1, 2024 through Feb. 28, 2025. Wild Winter Days offers discounted admission to the Zoo and incorporates a food drive for Dare to Care Food Bank.
Guests who bring at least one non-perishable food item per person may purchase discounted tickets at the Zoo ticket windows for $10.50 per adult and $7.50 per child or senior. Twenty-five cents of every admission ticket will also support the Zoo’s conservation efforts.
Since this partnership began in 2009, the Zoo has collected more than 30,000 pounds of food, thanks to the generosity of its guests. That is the weight of nearly five male rhinoceroses!
Dare to Care Food Bank’s most needed items include canned meats like tuna and chicken, as well as canned fruit and vegetables, beans, peanut butter, soup, rice, cereal, fruit juice, and pasta. No glass containers. More details on items of need are available at daretocare.org.
The discount is available only at the gate and cannot be applied to online purchases, special fee-based programs, prepaid groups, field trips or other discounts. No refunds will be provided for tickets purchased online or in advance. While multiple canned good items per person are appreciated, only one discount applies per ticket.
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through March 14, 2025, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with guests exiting by 5 p.m. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Next month, all of Metro RCS – including the LIHEAP program – will be transitioning to a new software system. Due to these system updates, we do not anticipate opening appointments for an “early bird” pre-registration this year. We ask that LIHEAP clients check back Thursday, Oct. 31 by contacting the automated scheduler at 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. We ask for your grace and patience during this transition period. Our team is committed to making this process as smooth as possible, and we appreciate your understanding as we grow together.
Starting November 5, Kentucky households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through December 20, or until designated funds have been expended.
For more descriptions about LIHEAP income eligibility and other instructions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at (502) 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.
The Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) serves as the administering agency of the Louisville Metro Community Action Agency.
Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies operate LIHEAP in partnership with Community Action Kentucky and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.
Helpful forms when applying for LIHEAP and the MSD Discount Programs (click on links below to download):
This tax season, you can help change lives. The Louisville Asset Building Coalition (LABC) is looking for volunteers to support the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) free tax preparation program. Volunteer opportunities are available for greeters, tax preparers, and reviewers at locations throughout the city.
By volunteering, you're not just helping people file their taxes - you're helping families keep more of their hard-earned money, create financial stability, and build a brighter future. Your time and skills can make a real difference in someone's life.
Sign up today and join us in making a meaningful impact!
Holiday Cheer Program: We need families, groups, or organizations who are willing to adopt a family and/or donate food baskets. Learn More - Holiday Cheer Flyer
Performers Needed for Christmas Benefit Concert: Learn More - Concert Flyer
Hiring Bilingual Social Services Worker and Bookkeeper: Learn More - Job Descriptions
This holiday season, Blackacre Nature Preserve & Historic Homestead invites the community to experience the magic of a 19th-century Christmas through its "Holiday House Tours" and special "Candlelight Tour." Sponsored by Kentucky Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities, these events immerse guests in the traditions, music, and customs of the past.
Event Dates and Times:
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Holiday House Tours: November 24, December 1 and 15 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
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Candlelight Tour: December 21 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm
With both events, visitors will explore the beautifully adorned 1844 Presley Tyler House, guided by knowledgeable docents dressed in period attire. Each room highlights a unique Christmas carol from the era, with decor inspired by the lyrics and themes of these classic holiday songs. As guests tour the home, they’ll gain insight into the holiday traditions that brought 19th-century Kentucky families and communities together, including tree decorating, gift-giving, and festive gatherings.
The Candlelight Tour provides a more immersive evening experience. In the historic 1795 Stone Cottage, guests will enjoy live pioneer-era music performed by the Quintrilogy string trio and watch dancers in traditional attire demonstrate and teach dances from the period. This candlelit setting, complete with traditional refreshments and an interactive 19th-century craft, offers an enchanting and educational glimpse into holiday celebrations of the past.
Suggested donation:
Holiday House Tours: $7.50 per person or $15 per family
Candlelight Tours: $10 per person or $20 per family
About Blackacre ConservancyBlackacre’s 280-acre nature preserve and historic homestead were donated by Judge Macauley L. Smith and Emilie Strong Smith for the people of Kentucky. The preserve offers visitors a chance to experience early American life through its homestead tours, trails, farm animals, and historic buildings. Blackacre’s mission is to promote environmental education, conservation, and preservation of Kentucky’s cultural heritage.For more information, please visit www.VisitBlackacre.org
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We’re excited to announce the grand reopening of the newly renovated Who Forted? exhibit at Kentucky Science Center! Thanks to the generous support of Buffalo Construction, Inc., Who Forted? has been reimagined with fantastic new features, including a dig pit, an exhilarating slide, and a vibrant mural—making it an even more exciting and interactive experience for visitors of all ages.
Grand Reopening Details:
📅 Date: November 12
🕚 Time: 11 AM
FREE with admission and no reservations required—just bring your sense of adventure! We look forward to celebrating with you!
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