- Meet Your Legislators, March 22: Parkland Library
- Councilman Herndon to host Shakespeare in the Park, April 13
- Yard Waste Guidelines
- Metro311
- Sign Up for LENSAlert
- Public Works: Pothole Blitz
- Upcoming Street Closing, March 15: 2025 Triple Crown of Racing 10K
- Main & Story Avenue Project
- Louisville Creates Plan: Arts and Culture Plan
- Public Input Requested: Rightsizing Louisville for Safe Streets Project
- Louisville Equitable Forest Initiative
- Step into Wellness with the New Louisville Zoo Walking Club
- Join Your Neighborhood Anti-Violence Coalition
- California Community Meeting: TARC Informational Session, March 13
- Black Family Wellness Expo, March 15
- Grand Opening: REDD PRINT Nail Academy, March 15
- Tiny Tycoons & Mini Moguls Vendor Fair, March 15
- Love Thy Belly & Bee Present: Unplug & Connect, March 15
- Public Meeting: Downtown & NuLu Street Plan, March 18
- JCPS: Peace in the Chaos, March 18
- Bates CDC: Sprout Community Meeting, March 22
- Pop-Up Drop-Off: Shawnee Park, March 22
- Zoning Matters: Conversation with City Planners
- Simmons College: Controlling Air Pollution, March 20
- National Youth Violence Prevention Week: March 23 - 29
- Earth Fest: Alberta O Jones Park, March 29
- Brightside Community-Wide Clean up: April 19
 Join Councilman Ken Herndon for Café LOUIE at Parkland Library on Saturday, March 22, from 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Café LOUIE is a unique opportunity to connect directly with your elected officials in an informal setting.
Don’t miss the chance to ask questions, share your concerns, and discuss local issues with:
Councilman Ken Herndon
Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins
Councilman JP Lyninger
State Representative Beverly Chester-Burton
State Representative Nima Kulkarni
State Representative Pamela Stevenson
State Representative Joshua Watkins
State Senator Gerald Neal
For more information about Café LOUIE, visit lfplfoundation.org/cafe-louie.
We look forward to seeing you there!
 Sunday, April 13, 2025
2:00 p.m.
Alberta O. Jones Park (744 S. 23rd Street)
Councilman Ken Herndon has partnered with Kentucky Shakespeare and the Parks Alliance of Louisville to sponsor a free performance of Macbeth.
Macbeth tells the story of a Scottish general whose ambition is ignited by a prophecy foretelling he will become king. Consumed by desire and spurred by his wife, Macbeth commits murder to seize the throne, but his actions spiral into tyranny, guilt, and madness.
The shows are free, family-friendly, and don’t require reservations or tickets to attend. Each performance runs for 90-minutes with no intermission.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray since the performances are held outside.
Seating is first-come, first-served.
For more information, please visit https://kyshakespeare.com/season/parkstour/
 Live outside the Urban Services District?
Collection of garbage, yard waste and recycling outside the Urban Services District varies by location. Residents living in small cities within Jefferson County should contact the city administrator for more information. Residents of unincorporated areas must contract directly with a private waste collection company.
Not sure? Go to Louisvilleky.gov and click on the Address Lookup icon to enter your address and pick it when you see it in the dropdown menu.
For tree trunks and other material not meeting the guidelines, drop off is available at the Waste Reduction Center. Fees apply.
Download yard waste guidelines flyer.
Learn more about Yard Waste Guidelines, here.
 Metro311 is a division of Louisville Metro Emergency Services. 311 connects you to the city government and resolves your non-emergency issues.
When you contact Metro311 with a concern, a service request is created and a tracking number assigned. The service request is sent to the agency responsible for investigating the concern.
Click HERE to submit a service request. You can also call 311 or send a service request via email at Metro.311@louisvilleky.govlder text.
You can also download the app, which allows you to track the progress of your submission.
Sign up to receive alerts through the Louisville Emergency Notification System (LENSAlert).
It takes less than two minutes!
Alerts include real-time weather updates, travel advisories, safety information and more for the city of Louisville.
The annual pothole blitz kicked off Thursday, March 6!
We are seeing exponentially more potholes right now than we typically have in the past several years because of record breaking amounts of snow fall and freezing for an extended period this snow season.
We are prioritizing filling pot holes on major roadways (high volume/high speed – like Shelbyville road and Dixie Hwy), roadways that have excessive potholes, and responding to potholes submitted to 311.
Please be vigilant when driving:
1. Stay Alert!
Keep an eye on the road ahead and watch for potholes.
2. Maintain a Safe Distance.
Leave enough space between you and the car ahead so you have time to react to potholes.
3. Slow Down!
If you can’t avoid a pothole, reduce your speed before hitting it. Hitting a pothole at high speed increases the impact force.
4. Avoid Sudden Braking.
Braking hard just before hitting a pothole can push the front of your car down, making the impact worse.
5. Keep Tires Properly Inflated.
Underinflated or overinflated tires are more vulnerable to damage. Check your tire pressure regularly.
Report a pothole through Metro311.
Choose "Pothole" and enter the address along with a description if needed.
The following streets will be closed during the following times:
Saturday, March 15, 2025
4 am - Noon
- Main Street from South Hancock Street to South Floyd Street
- North Preston Street from East Main Street to East Witherspoon Street
- East Washington Street from South Floyd Street to North Preston Street
7 am - 9:30 am
- Main Street from South Floyd Street to South 5th Street
- South 5th Street from Main Street to West Chestnut Street
- West Chestnut Street from South 5th Street to South 7th Street
- South 7th Street from West Chestnut Street to Magazine Street
- Magazine Street from South 7th Street to South 8th Street
- South 8th Street from Magazine Street to West Liberty Street
- West Liberty Street from South 8th Street to South 5th Street
- West Market Street from South 5th Street to South 8th Street
- South 8th Street from South Market Street to West Main Street
- West Main Street from South 8th Street to South Floyd Street
- South Floyd Street from East Main Street to East Washington Street
- East Witherspoon Street from North Preston Street to Adams Street
- Adams Street from East Witherspoon Street to Quincy Street
No Parking - All Day
- Main Street from Hancock Street to 8th Street
- Preston Street from Main Street to Witherspoon Street
- East Washington Street from Floyd Street to Preston Street
- 5th Street from Main Street to Chestnut Street
- Chestnut Street from 5th Street to 7th Street
- 7th Street from Chestnut Street to Magazine Street
- Magazine Street from 7th Street to 8th Street
- 8th Street from Magazine Street to Main Street
- Liberty Street from 8th Street to 5th Street
- Market Street from 5th Street to 8th Street
- Floyd Street from Main Street to Washington Street
- Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to Adams Street
- Adams Street from Witherspoon Street to Quincy Street
 The Main & Story Avenue project is kicking off!
Work began on Monday, March 3 and is expected to be completed by Friday, June 27.
The reconfiguration project will remove the center divider island and convert the intersection with curb bump outs and pedestrian crosswalks. The goal is to enhance traffic flow and safety.
Please be cautious of potential changes in traffic patterns, pedestrian access and allow for extra time during your commute.
Learn more about this project.
 The process of developing our Comprehensive Cultural Plan is underway. This is the opportunity to shape the future of the city’s vibrant and arts and culture scene.
To gather valuable insights and ensure that the plan reflects the diverse perspectives of the community, the city is inviting all residents to participate in a public survey. The survey will remain open through Spring 2025, and can be accessed online at LouisvilleCreatesPlan.com.
The Arts and Culture Plan will serve as a roadmap for the city's arts and culture initiatives, guiding investments, partnerships, and programming.
It will address key areas such as:
- Accessibility: Ensuring that arts and cultural experiences are accessible to all residents, regardless of their socioeconomic status or physical abilities.
- Equity: Promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts and culture sector, ensuring that all voices are represented.
- Economic Impact: Supporting the growth of the local arts economy and its contribution to the city's overall prosperity.
- Public Engagement: Fostering opportunities for public participation in arts and cultural activities.
The city encourages all residents to take the survey and share their thoughts on the future of arts and culture in Louisville.
 The federally funded Rightsizing Louisville for Safe Streets project is getting underway.
The project includes rightsizing and other safety improvements for 10 corridors in Louisville. The project is funded by a $21 million Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Implementation Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). Rightsizing, also called a road diet or roadway reconfiguration, calms traffic and reduces speeding and weaving between lanes.
The Project Team for 3 of the 10 corridors is seeking public input on ways to improve safety for all road users, including pedestrians.
Here are the 3 corridors:
- Wilson Avenue (S. 26th St - Algonquin Pkwy)
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Louis Coleman Jr. Drive/Dr. William G. Weathers Drive/S. 35th Street (Virginia Ave - Algonquin Pkwy)
- S. 22nd Street (US 31W) (Dumesnil St - Dixie Hwy/ Bernheim Ln)
 
 The Louisville Zoo Walking Club is reopening with a new name and new way to join!
From March 1 through October 31, participants are invited to walk the Zoo before regular hours and watch as the Zoo wakes up during this free program. Entry is from 8 to 9:15 a.m., with exit by 9:30 a.m.
Membership to the Zoo is not required to enroll in the Walking Club. Walkers must simply register in person at the Zoo’s entrance before their first walk. Registration is available daily during program hours. After registering, members will receive a Walking Club membership card for quick entry on future visits.
The one-mile, paved walking loop includes both flat areas and hilly terrain, with directional signs to keep walkers on track. Walkers enter at the front gate and are checked in by a Zoo staff member.
Zoo exhibits, concessions, rentals, and other services are not open during Walking Club hours. If walkers wish to see the animals, they must re-enter the Zoo via the front gate at 10 a.m. with a paid admission receipt or Zoo membership.
More information at louisvillezoo.org/walk.
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. Beginning March 15, 2025, Zoo hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.
 The Tiny Tycoons & Mini Moguls Vendor Fair is a celebration of youth entrepreneurship, showcasing kid-led businesses and their innovative products and services.
This event highlights the talent, creativity, and ambition of young entrepreneurs, providing a platform to support and empower the next generation of business leaders.
 Life gets busy, and we all need a moment to just be.
That’s why we’re inviting you to unplug, relax, and connect—no filters, no pressure, just real talk and good vibes to connect and enjoy one another!
Come grab a drink and food, kick back, and enjoy some casual conversation with like-minded women. Whether you need a break, a laugh, or just some good company, this is your space to unwind.
Who’s in? Let us know—we’d love to see you there!
 Louisville Metro Government is leading a plan to advance quick-term action projects for streets in Downtown and NuLu.
This meeting is intended to promote walkability and safety for pedestrians and to serve as a blueprint for capital improvement projects over the next several years.
Come be a part of this planning effort by joining our open house and kickoff of the plan activities - featuring a presentation from Jeff Speck from Metro's planning consultant team - and learn more about how Metro intends to use this plan to make Downtown and NuLu more walkable!
 Bates CDC is launching a series of community meetings to engage Smoketown residents, neighbors and area stakeholders in efforts to develop the publicly accessible space at the MSD CSO Basin at 935 Logan Street (the corner of Breckinridge and Logan).
This is an opportunity to create a shared vision to utilize the land for the community’s use. Meetings will include lunch, updates about other community initiatives and plenty of time to provide input and plan about the site. Please join us and share with your network!
Meeting Series
All meetings will be held at 701 South Hancock and include a light meal starting at 1PM
February 22, 1 - 3PM
Meeting #1: Introduction & Visioning
March 22, 1-3PM
Meeting #2: Site Planning
April TBA
Meeting #3: Final Meeting
RSVP or to learn more, email Nachand at nachandt@batescdc.com.
 This is the 1st Pop-Up Drop-Off at Shawnee Park.
Pop-Up Drop-Off are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
Accepted Items:
- Up to 3 electronic items (recycled)
- Metal & appliances - no refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers or any items containing Freon (recycled)
- Up to 4 passenger tires (recycled)
- Household recyclables, follow curbside rules (recycled)
- Yard waste, follow curbside rules, wooden pallets (composted)
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Large household items (landfilled)
- Documents for shredding (recycled)
- Prescription medication (disposed properly)
- Gently used shoes will be collected for WaterStep - every 3 pairs of shoes collected provides safe water for 1 person for life!
Not Accepted:
- Garbage, loose debris (use curbside garbage collection or take to landfill)
- Concrete, bricks, rocks
- Construction debris (take to Waste Reduction Center, fees apply)
- Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, or items containing Freon (take to Waste Reduction Center or metal recycling facility)
- Latex paint (disposal information)
- Batteries, light bulbs, oil-based paint, varnishes, stains, and other household hazardous waste (take to Haz Bin)
- Tree trunks
- Boats, hot tubs
- Items from businesses
- Trailers greater than 10 feet in length (larger loads can be taken to the Waste Reduction Center)
 The Office of Planning is preparing for the 2025 Zoning Matters conversation series at the libraries, with 12 total events scheduled throughout the year.
This is a great opportunity for residents and community members to connect with city planners, ask questions about zoning and development policies, and get more information about the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform process, including ways to increase housing opportunity.
There are a few upcoming dates in and around District 4 this spring:
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Crescent Hill Library on Tuesday, March 18th from 3 – 7 PM
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Parkland Library on Tuesday, April 1st from 3 – 7 PM
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Main Library on Tuesday, May 20th from 3 – 7 PM
More information is on the website here: www.louisvilleky.gov/ldcreform.
 The series is free and open to the public.
Tune in March 20th at 6 p.m. for the next presentation of Controlling Air Pollution in Louisville, a free, online symposia series offered by Simmons College of Kentucky and the Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (APCD).
Community members can register for the remainder of the course using the link below.
Register, here .
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Alberta O. Jones Park
Address: 744 S 23rd St, Louisville, KY 40211
The Mayor’s Office of Sustainability is excited to invite you to Earth Fest 2025, the city’s first community-wide Earth Month celebration event in close partnership with the Parks Alliance of Louisville and multiple community partners!
The event, which will be attended by Mayor Greenberg, will feature food, music, performances, sustainability lightning talks, family friendly activities, volunteering opportunities, and a resource fair. It will serve as a kick-off to Earth Month (April) and will elevate and amplify environmental events led by various organizations throughout Earth Month, so that our community can learn more about and become engaged with the great local organizations leading efforts to protect Louisville’s environment and create a sustainable future!
Learn more and get involved: https://tinyurl.com/LouisvilleEarthFest2025
The event is free for all ages.
Doors open at noon, and activities will begin at 1 p.m.
The arena in Downtown Louisville will host its annual Family Movie Night on March 30. The event, presented by Norton Children's, will feature a screening of "Shrek." The movie will be shown on the arena's center-hung digital screen.
Guests can enjoy a variety of free activities like: face painting, balloon artists and photo opportunities with characters Shrek and Foina.
Families can register to reserve their free tickets by clicking here.
 Mark your calendars and take part in Brightside's Spring Community-Wide Cleanup on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
This is a great service opportunity for scouts, sports teams, faith groups, community organizations and corporate team bonding opportunity!
If April 19 doesn't work for your group, you can organize a cleanup anytime throughout the year and Brightside will provide gloves and bags. Brightside will also work with Solid Waste Management to collect litter bags after the cleanup.
Call Brightside at (502) 574-2613 or register online about two weeks prior to your event to schedule your cleanup.
Interested?
Register your team or community group online here.
Once registered, please call (502) 574-8455 to schedule a supply pickup time. |
