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Metro Council Community Nights with the Louisville Bats
We’re excited to share that Metro Council has teamed up with the Louisville Bats for Metro Council Community Nights at Louisville Slugger Field.
This special event is designed to give everyone in our community a chance to enjoy a night at the ballpark, especially residents and families who may not always have the means to attend a game.
Whether you’re an individual, part of a mentoring program, youth organization, or social service agency, you’re invited to join in the fun.
Mark your calendars for these two game nights:
• Tuesday, August 5
• Tuesday, September 16
Each guest will receive:
• Free admission with a reserved seat
•One free hot dog and one free small soft drink
•Access to $4 Taco Tuesday specials from Gustavo’s Mexican Grill
How to Sign Up:
• For individuals or groups of up to 20: Click here to register
• For organizations or groups of 20+: Click here to register
Tickets will be distributed beginning July 1, so hang tight while we get them out to you.
This is more than just a game, it’s about building memories, community, and connection.
We hope to see you in the stands!
 Mayor Greenberg announced details about the new Community Safety Commission, a group of citizen representatives, community organization representatives, and government representatives, tasked with ensuring transparency and accountability and providing meaningful input and feedback for the implementation of Safe Louisville, the city's comprehensive violence reduction plan, and the Community Commitment: Louisville's Consent Decree.
There will be eight seats for citizen representatives and seven seats for community organizations. We want you to apply and encourage others whose voice should be heard to apply as well! To apply, go to www.louisvilleky.gov/safelouisville. Our Louisville Free Public Libraries are also ready to assist anyone who does not have Internet access with submitting an application.
Applications are due TODAY!
 The Office of Arts + Creative Industries Celebrates Juneteenth!
Join the celebrations by checking out these upcoming events in Louisville:
Councilman Herndon will be apart of the 2025 Kentuckiana Pride Parade be sure to say hi when you see him!
 Open to all individuals with autism over 18yrs of age. The first meeting will serve as an introduction and an opportunity for the group to get to know each other.
Monday, June 30th
2:00pm EST
Center for Accessible Living
501 E. Broadway
To register, contact Chris at 502.537.0949 or cmattingly@calky.org
Open to all individuals with autism over 18yrs of age. The first meeting will serve as an introduction and an opportunity for the group to get to know each other.
Monday, June 30th
2:00pm EST
Center for Accessible Living
501 E. Broadway
To register, contact Chris at 502.537.0949 or cmattingly@calky.org
 Interested in environmental work or careers in remediation and construction?
Blueprint 502’s Brownfields Training Program is enrolling NOW!
- 261 hours of training
- Up to 7 federal certifications
- $500 stipend for completing the program
- TARC passes available
- Brownfields jobs pay $50K–$90K annually
Trainings include:
- Asbestos Abatement Worker
- CPR/First Aid
- 40-Hour & 8-Hour HAZWOPER
- EPA Lead RRP
- CDL License & DOT Hazmat (limited spots)
- Ages 18–24
- Must meet income requirements
- Must pass TABE test & drug screening
Learn more & apply today!
📞Contact: Julian McCrary (502) 208-8548
📧Email: Brownfields@Blueprint502.org
🌐Visit: Blueprint502.org/faqbrownfields
 You are invited to attend two upcoming open house events where you can learn more about projects that aim to improve safety and accessibility on E. Oak Street (between Mary Street and Barret Avenue) and W. Oak Street (between S. 7th Street and S. 16th Street).
East Oak Street Public Information Session
Tuesday, June 24, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd.
and
West Oak Street Public Information Session
Thursday, June 26, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
California Community Center, 1600 W. St. Catherine St.
This is part of the federally funded Rightsizing Louisville for Safe Streets project, which includes safety improvements for 10 corridors in Louisville. The project is funded by a $21 million Safe Streets and Roads for All implementation grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rightsizing, also called a road diet or roadway reconfiguration, calms traffic and reduces speeding and weaving between lanes.
 NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
VAPSTAT JOINT MEETING
The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority, Inc. will hold a special meeting on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
The Special VAPStat Joint Meeting is open to the public and those interested in participating can attend the meeting in the Auditorium of the Old Jail Building, 514 West Liberty Street, or remotely, pursuant to KRS 61.826.
The public may access the meeting remotely as follows:
Attend via Video Teleconference:
Event number (access code): 2319 395 3061
Required password for registration: Land (5263)
https://louisvilleky.webex.com/louisvilleky/j.php?MTID=me044e77145fdccd669f6a2150d22c4d7
Questions can be submitted using the Q&A chat box at the bottom left-hand corner of the event.
Attend via phone only:
Event number (access code): 2319 395 3061
+1-415-655-0001 US Toll
Required password for registration: Land (5263)
The public can also view the meeting live on the Cabinet for Economic Development's Facebook page.
 
 Summer weather preparedness program being hosted at the Louisville Central Community Center on June 28 at 9am, it is free and open to the public and presented by the Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension office.
We request folks with disabilities who need accommodations to register or email in advance
 The Wiz Returns July 29 – August 3
Coming to an Emerald City near you... The seven-time Tony Award-winning smash hit The Wiz is back and it’s boogieing into Louisville with a brand-new tour for the first time in 40 years!
Catch this electrifying revival July 29 through August 3 at Whitney Hall.
This soul-stirring, funk-filled reimagining of The Wizard of Oz features an all-star creative team, including director Schele Williams, writer Amber Ruffin, and choreographer Jaquel Knight (of Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” fame).
The production breathes new life into the beloved story, fusing gospel, R&B, and dazzling dance in a joyful celebration of Black excellence, culture, and creativity.
What’s the story? It’s the classic tale you know, told like never before. When Dorothy is whisked away to Oz, she meets a colorful cast of characters—Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion—on her journey to find heart, courage, knowledge, and the meaning of home. Set to hits like "Be a Lion" and the iconic "Ease on Down the Road," this feel-good musical is a must-see for all generations.
 Louisville Metro Government’s Mayor’s Office of Sustainability(OS) has partnered with the Kentucky Solar Energy Society(KYSES) to launch the 2025 Solarize Louisville program!
Solarize Louisville makes going solar easy by connecting participants with vetted and trustworthy solar installers, providing a step-by-step walk-through of the solar installation process, and helping participants access discounted rates on solar. Going solar will help you reduce your energy bills, potentially increase your property’s value, support local solar jobs, and help Louisville meet its goal of using 100% clean energy community-wide by 2040!
By connecting Solarize Louisville participants with vetted installers, Metro is eliminating the hassle for residents to shop for an installer themselves and providing a wholesale discount of 15-18%.
Join this growing community today!
The program is open to residents, small businesses, nonprofits, places of worship, and other small non-residential properties in Louisville/Jefferson County and surrounding counties. To learn more about the program and sign up, please visit solarizelouisville.com.
Register for one of our upcoming Solar 101 Workshops by clicking the links below. At these workshops, you can hear directly from the installers, learn more about the process, and ask questions!
Solarize Louisville Workshop with Pure Power Solar
Location: Crescent Hill Library at 2762 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sign up to attend Solarize Workshop with Pure Power Solar.
Solarize Louisville Workshop with Daily Green Power
Location: Northeast Regional Library at 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY 40223
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sign up to attend Solarize Workshop with Daily Green Power.
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