 
 The Urban Forest Master Plan Draft is now open for public comment through May 6th. Please visit https://www.louisvilletreeplan.org/draft-plan.html to view the draft and leave a comment!
ADULT PROGRAMS
Computers by Appointment
Thursdays in May & Jun., 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Need computer help? Book a staff member for an hour-long one-on-one session. Topics include computer basics and Introductory Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Appointments required. Call 502-375-2051 for more information or to schedule alternative dates and times. Ages 18+
Chair Yoga
Thu. May 1 & 15, Jun. 5 & 19, 12:30 – 1:15 PM
Get fit while you sit! Chair Yoga brings the best of a yoga practice to everyone who requires or prefers the support of a chair. Gently increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and relieve stress with the aid of a chair. Beginners, seniors and All Abilities welcome! We recommend wearing comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. Ages 18+
Crafting with Cricut
Mon., May 12, 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Join us for a tutorial of our machine, learn how it makes crafting projects easier, and create a simple project to take home every month. Teens and adults are welcome. Register: 502-375-2051. Ages 13+
Fairdale Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue. May 13 & Tue. Jun. 3, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
DIY Series: Easy Origami
Mon., May 19, 6:30 -7:30 PM
Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Adults register: 502-375-2051. Ages 18+
Book Discussion: Animal Farm by George Orwell
Tue. May 20, 5:30-7:00 PM
Ages 18+
Crafting with Cricut
Mon. Jun. 16, 3:45-4:45 PM
Join us for a tutorial of our machine, learn how it makes crafting projects easier, and create a simple project to take home every month. Register: 502-375-2051. Ages 13+
Book Discussion: Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin
Tue., Jun. 17, 5:30-7:00 PM
Ages 18+
DIY Series: DIY Birthday Cards
Mon., Jun. 30, 6:30 -7:30 PM
Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Adults register: 502-375-2051. Ages 18+
CHILDRENS & TEEN PROGRAMS - Fairdale
Family Storytime
Wed., May - Jun. 10:30 -11:30 AM
Sat., May 24, June 7, 10:30-11:30 AM
Storytime is an opportunity for families to bond over shared stories and songs, as well as engaging in creative activities that reinforce a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-6.
Nature Play and the Library at Jefferson Memorial Forest
Children/Family/Storytime
Storytime
May 19, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Bookmobile
Thurs., June 5, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Join us at the Welcome Center of Jefferson Memorial Forest (11311 Mitchell Hill Road) for nature-themed programming*. Library staff will host storytime or book checkouts on specified dates, collaborating with park staff for activities.*If rain or snow, the program will move indoors. Ages 0 – 6.
Stage One Storytellers
Wed. June 4, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
This 40-minute storybook program takes children’s favorite books and brings them to life in a way that’s as unique and exciting as the stories themselves. At these events, caregivers and little ones sit on the floor around the performers for a truly immersive theatre experience. Audiences help tell the story through music, interaction, and LOTS of imagination! These performances are sponsored by members of Louisville Metro Council. Ages 0-12.
Terry Greenwell: Communities Excel Thru Martial Arts
Thurs, June 5, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Join us for a fitness program consisting of exercises from the following disciplines: Kihon, Kata, Kumite and a little bit of reading as well. Improve balance, flexibility and posture, release stress, and increase literacy. Communities Excel Thru Martial Arts helps unite the mind and the body. Ages 6-12.
Upbeat Louisville: Drum & Dance!
Thurs, June 12, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Join Upbeat Louisville for 45 minutes of drumming fun. We’ll explore music, movement and drumming; learn traditional drumming patterns through animal play; dance to music from around the world; find new ways to connect mind, body and voice through rhythm; and play active musical games that are both enriching and totally fun! Ages 4-8.
AMR: A Global Medical Response Solution presents Touch-a-Truck!
Thurs, June 26, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Take an inside look of our ambulance. Our team of EMS professionals will answer your questions about what it takes to respond to emergencies in our community! Learn hands-on only CPR in ten minutes from the America Heart Association. Ages 0–12.
Kid Zone – Movie Night: Scoob!
Thurs, July 3, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Grab your Scooby Snacks, hop in your Mystery Machine, and head over to the library for a movie night. Snacks provided. Ages 6-12.
Mystery Reader Storytime
Wed., July 9, 16 & 23, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
A surprise guest from Fairdale Elementary joins us for storytime. Who's the mystery reader? There’s only one way to find out – join us at the library! Ages 0-6.
Louisville Water Company: Water Filtration
Thurs, July 10, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
You can’t live without it but it doesn’t magically appear in your faucet. Drinking water has to be cleaned and treated before it’s safe to drink. Learn how Louisville Water makes it happen and do a hands-on activity to turn “dirty” water into “clean” water with our filtration program. Ages 7-12.
Santa Pat: Christmas in July.
Thurs, July 17, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Santa Pat, the Derby City Kringle will take a break from the workshop to tell stories celebrating the reindeer, elves and other occupants of the North Pole. There is always a story geared toward the summer reading theme, this year Santa will go on a historic adventure to recruit helpers at the North Pole. Interactive activities include caroling and building a reindeer team. Selfies with Santa will also be available. Ages 0-12.
Moving Minds & Dancing Bodies: A Modern Dance Workshop
Thurs, July 24, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
An all-ages dance/movement workshop that gives participants the opportunity to learn foundational modern dance, as well as how these exercises can be used to better understand anatomy, general wellness, self-expression, and social connection. Ages 0-12.
Mr. Moustache Magic Show!
Fri, Aug 1, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Fun, silly and thoroughly entertaining! This comical trickster is secretly known as Ken Neuhauser. Ages 0-12.
Teen Club
Wednesdays May - Jun., 3:45- 4:45 PM
Join our after-school program at the library! Whether you're into craft projects, board games, movies, or simply socializing, there's something special waiting for you at the library! Middle and high school students, this is just for you.
Deepa: Cake Toppers
Wed., June 4, 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Learn to make visually delightful & delicious edible art from award-winning cake artist, Deepa, creator of D’s Sweet Creations. In this class, we will learn how to create adorable cake toppers using fondant and other edible materials. Come along, join the fun, and learn to create something sweet. Limit 20. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 12-19.
Jennifer Palmer: Windowsill Herb Garden
Wed., June 11, 3:45-4:45 PM
Start a windowsill herb garden. In this workshop, you will decorate a recycled container to start your seedlings in. Jennifer will discuss the basics of starting seeds and how to care for your indoor herb plants. Limit 15. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 11-19.
Deepa: Cupcake Decoration.
Wed. July 9, 3:40-4:45 PM
Learn to make visually delightful & delicious edible art from award-winning cake artist, Deepa, creator of D’s Sweet Creations. Kids will learn how to decorate a cupcake and make it beautifully tasty. Come along, join the fun, and learn to create something sweet. Limit 20. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 12-19.
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 Please consider participating in a Pickleball Tournament benefiting Fairdale Christian Church Youth Group. The tournament is on May 10th, 2025, beginning at 8:30am located at 5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Rd.
You can also consider sponsoring students as well:
Gold Sponsor: Company logo on all printed, digital and social
media, listed as presenting sponsor on banner and t shirts - $5000
Silver Sponsor: logo on all printed materials, digital and social
media as well as t-shirts - $2500
Bronze Sponsor: logo on t shirts - $1000
Friends of FCC sponsor: listed on social media as special thanks
any amount over $50
Sponsor half of camp cost for a Middle Schooler - $100
Sponsor a High School Student fully - $500
Sponsor 3 total Students for camps - $1,000
Mixed Beginners 2.5 - $5
To register or for more information, please reach out to Riley Reinhardt at (502) 919-2796 or Debbie Miller at (502) 553-2375.
Friends of the Louisville Zoo (FOZ) is planning a year of fundraising and fun with the return of their annual gala, Zoofari, and a new treat for adults this fall, Skelebration!
Louisville Zoo’s premier gala, Zoofari, coordinated and hosted by the FOZ Board, brings together community leaders and Zoo advocates for an event as unique and special as the Zoo! This year’s “Evening of Elegance” gala will occur on Friday, June 13, and will celebrate the snow leopard. Zoofari guests will be whisked away from the entrance of the Zoo for an exclusive evening of animal encounters, an elevated cocktail hour on the Snow Leopard Pass plaza, live and silent auctions, and an inspired dinner experience and entertainment. The fun continues with an exciting after-party featuring live music by Best Kept Secret, late-night bites and more! Zoofari tickets are available at LouisvilleZoo.org/zoofari.
New this year, FOZ will debut Skelebration on Wednesday, October 8. This exclusive after-hours event for adults 21 and over, will immerse guests in Halloween excitement from the moment they enter the Zoo. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy tasty bites, cocktails, mocktails, treats and perhaps a few haunts as they stroll through the Zoo.
Combined, Zoofari and Skelebration will bring thousands of people together in fun, exciting ways to raise funds for and celebrate the significant work of the Zoo and its role in the community and region. The events directly benefit the Zoo’s capital projects and their superior work to conserve species, care for animals and offer educational programming. To learn more, please visit LouisvilleZoo.org/Friends.
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There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.
There are currently or upcoming vacancies for the following boards and commissions: Building Code Board of Appeals (one vacancy), Civilian Review and Accountability (four vacancies), Downtown Management (one vacancy), Kentuckiana Works (one vacancy), Air Pollution Control District Board, 3-year term (one vacancy), Cemetery Board (two vacancies), Juneteenth Jubilee (four vacancies), Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County , Waterworks (two vacancies), and Greater Louisville Lodging Management District (four vacancies).
To learn more, please visit Boards and Commission.
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 Jefferson Memorial Forest is excited to announce the installation of a new Playground at Tom Wallace Recreation Area, with a community ribbon cutting scheduled for May 28th at 11:00am!
 The YMCA of Greater Louisville is hosting several Safety Around Water clinics to celebrate National Learn How to Swim Day on May 17. The clinics will take place May 15, 16, 17 and 18 with all branches participating.
The Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) made a draft version of its FY 2026 Moving to Work (MTW) Annual Plan, as well as proposed updates to its Public Housing Admissions & Continued Occupancy policy, available for public comment.
A meeting to discuss these documents and to accept public comment will be held on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom https://www.zoom.us; click on “Join a Meeting” and enter Meeting ID# 824 4231 7591 and Passcode 198437. Additional accommodations for persons with disabilities or for those needing interpretation in other languages will be made available upon advance request.
LMHA welcomes public comment from April 19, 2025 through May 19, 2025. Written comments may be mailed to the attention of Sarah Galloway at the Housing Authority’s main office, 420 South Eighth Street, Louisville, KY, 40203) or emailed to Ms. Galloway at galloway@lmha1.org.
The documents are available for public review on the LMHA website www.lmha1.org; at the agency’s Central Office 420 S. 8th St.; at the agency’s Section 8 Office 600 S. 7th St. at the agency’s public housing Management Offices; or by email as requested. Copies are also attached to this email.
For additional information about the hearing or the public comment period, please contact Sarah Galloway by mail at 420 S. 8th St., Louisville, KY, 40203; via email galloway@lmha1.org or by phone at (502) 569-3422,
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 Spring cleaning includes clearing out your medicine cabinet. The best way to dispose of most medications is through a DEA take back location. There are numerous locations in Louisville to safely dispose of unused or expired medications. Just click on the link and enter your zip code to find many places that have medication take backs year-round.
If you are unable to make it to a take back location, be sure to consult the FDA flush list before disposing of medications in the toilet. Medications not on this list can be disposed of in the trash.
Why is this important?
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Misuse and abuse. Since medications have significant effects on our bodies, taking too little, too much, or incorrect combinations can be dangerous. For instance, it’s important to avoid keeping leftover opioid painkillers from a root canal. These substances are powerful and addictive, and even a handful of pills can lead to serious consequences if misused.
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Effectiveness: Expired medications vary in how quickly they lose their potency.
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Safety: Young children may unknowingly come across them.
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Errors. Many individuals take several medications, which doctors often adjust in dosage. This can create confusion when it comes to tracking everything. A cluttered medicine cabinet filled with both old and current prescriptions can easily lead to errors.
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Property Address: 10618 W MANSLICK RD
Case Number: 25-CAT3-0003
A Category 3 review for a proposed 5,700 sf convenience store on 1.64 acres in the C-2 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: National Turnpike Auto Sales, 8000 NATIONAL TPKE
Case Number: 25-ZONE-0039
A change in zoning application to go from R4 to C2 for used auto sales and auto service on 0.34 acres.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: C5 Centerport at SDF, LLC, 8107 MINOR LN
Case Number: 25-LANDSCAPE-0034
A landscape and tree preservation plan for warehouses on 97 acres in the EZ-1 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
To View the Full Report, Please Click HERE.
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 In addition to the public hearing above, there is a second public hearing listed below.
Notice of a Public Hearing
You are invited to a neighborhood meeting for a proposed change in zoning from R-4 to C-1 to allow a retail shop and restaurant with a drive-thru on the properties located at 6107 & 6113 New Cut Rd. That meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 beginning at 6:00PM at the Grand Lion Event Center located at 142 Outer Loop, Louisville, KY 40214.
Subject Property: 6107 & 6113 New Cut Rd.
Case Number: 25-ZONEPA-0046
Case Manager: Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type: Neighborhood Meeting
Meeting Date: Wednesday, May 7
Meeting Time: 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: Grand Lion Event Center, 142 Outer Loop
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The Waste Management District is seeking insight into Louisville residents' opinions on the effects, prevalence, and consequences of littering, and litter prevention and abatement efforts. This survey will only take a few minutes of your time! The survey is open through April 30.
Get the survey here.
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The Jefferson County PVA will mail property assessments on April 25, 2025. The 2025 reassessment covers MLS Areas 5 & 6, including areas in and around Hazelwood, Iroquois, Auburndale, Fairdale, Jefferson Memorial Forest, Prairie Village,
Lynnview, West Buechel, Watterson Park, Okolona, Highview and Heritage Creek. If your property value changes, a full-color assessment notice on a large postcard that includes a photo of the property and information about the assessment appeal process will be mailed to you. New values will be posted on Jeffersonpva.ky.gov on April 25 at noon.
If you believe the assessed value is not correct, The Jefferson County PVA wants you to know: You have a right to appeal.
The mission of the PVA is to provide fair and equitable assessments for all property owners in Jefferson County. PVA staff works hard to get the value of our property correct. However, the PVA does not know every detail or condition of your property. If you believe the PVA assessed value does not represent the fair-market value of your property, you
have a right to appeal your assessment.
To learn more about property assessments and how to file an appeal, attend one of the PVA’s upcoming community meetings:
April 10: Southwest Regional Library (9725 Dixie Hwy) 6:30pm-8pm
April 15: UAW 862 Union Hall (3000 Fern Valley Rd) 6:30pm-8pm
April 17: DeSales High School Gym: (425 W Kenwood Dr) 6:30pm-8pm
All meetings will also be available on Zoom, visit jeffersonpva.ky.gov to register for virtual meetings. The first step of the appeal process is to complete the PVA Online Conference which is available at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov from April 25, 2025 at noon EDT, until May 19, 2025 at 4pm EDT.
Most people prefer to complete the appeal using online self-service. However, if you need assistance with the Online Conference, PVA staff will be available and ready to assist you.
In-Person Appeal Assistance at the Southwest and South-Central Library Branches:
• Opening Day April 25: 12pm-4pm
• Weekdays April 28-May 19: 9am-4pm
PVA Office By Appointment:
Weekdays April 25-May 19, 8am-4pm EDT and 2 Saturdays, May 10 and 17, 10am-1pm EDT at the PVA Office, 815 W. Market Street, suite 400. Call us at 502-574-6224 to reserve a time.
By Telephone: Accommodations will be made for property owners with limited mobility and access to technology. Call 502-574-6224 to reserve a time for a telephone conference.
More helpful information, including tips on preparing for your Online Conference can be found at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov.
 Join the Kentucky Humane Society and Metro Animal Services for an adoption event on May 10th from 12:00pm-4:00pm at the KY Fair and Exposition Center!
 The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church.
Drop off shoes, electronics, medication and documents to be shredded at Ashby Lane Baptist. Large items, scrap metal, household recyclables, tires and yard waste will be collected across the street from the church at Sun Valley Ball Park. You may have to visit both sites.
The event on April 5 was cancelled due to weather and has been rescheduled for May 31 at UofL's Shelby Campus. Learn more about these events at Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps. Get reminders for them through our Recycle Coach app!
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 learn more about the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform process. More information is on our website here: www.louisvilleky.gov/ldcreform. There are a few upcoming dates near District 16 this spring:
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Fairdale Library on Tuesday, May 6th from 3 – 7 PM
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South Central Regional Library on Tuesday, August 19th from 3 – 7 PM
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