September is Falls Prevention Month

Get to know these common risk factors for falls, take the Falls Free CheckUp to check your falls risk, and talk with a health care provider about how to reduce your risk for falls.

• Falling once doubles the risk of falling again.
• People with vision loss have almost twice the risk of falls as adults without vision impairment.
• People with hearing loss are nearly three times as likely to fall compared to those with normal hearing, but wearing a hearing aid reduces the risk of falling by 50%.
• Lower body weakness and difficulties with walking and balance increase someone's risk for falls.
• Certain medications can have side effects and interactions, such as dizziness and fatigue, that increase the risk of falls.
• Chronic conditions such as diabetes and arthritis can increase the risk of falls due to neuropathy, pain, and other symptoms that can affect walking and balance.
• Hazards in the home, including clutter, poor lighting, and lack of supports such as grab bars, can cause falls. Home modifications can address these hazards to reduce falls risk in the home.

Click HERE to check your risk for falls 

Notice of a Public Hearing on Wenesday, September 17th for 4115 & 4117 Megan Thompson Way - possible amendment to the Binding Elements

This is a notice for an upcoming public meeting related to a request at the address above. The meeting will be held at 1:00 PM at 514 W Liberty Street (Old Jail Building). For more information, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/upcoming-public-meetings.

The next Metro Pop-Up Drop-Off is Saturday, September 27th at Sun Valley Park

The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be at Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Pop-Up Drop-Off events are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County. 

Please review the flyer above to see what is and what isn't accepted. You can also learn more by visiting our Pop-Up Drop-Off webpage. 

“Boo at the Zoo” starts September 27th. Tickets on sale to public now

The Louisville Zoo are proud to announce the return of “Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer”, celebrating 44 years of merry, not scary fun! Tickets are on sale now and available at louisvillezoo.org/boo. This beloved event is a Louisville tradition and will begin this year starting September 27 and running through October 30 (Thursday – Sunday nights). Tickets are all-inclusive and include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction. Children and adults are invited to dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event. Boo at the Zoo turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life. There will be music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags, but reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop (while supplies last). Tickets: Tickets for “Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer” are $13.75 for all non-members ages 3 and older and $7.25 for all members ages 3 and older. Children ages 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket. Members and guests can purchase tickets online at louisvillezoo.org/boo, with their chosen date and arrival time. Ticket capacity is limited each night with popular nights expected to sell out quickly. A limited number of Meijer “anytime tickets” can be purchased at participating Meijer stores for $11.75 starting September 21, 2025. Visit louisvillezoo.org/boo for a list of stores. “Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer” is a rain or shine event. Event Hours On “Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer” event days: The Zoo will close early for regular daytime visitors. Gates will close at 3 p.m. with guests being allowed to visit until 4 p.m. The party starts at 5 p.m. and Halloween guests will enter the Zoo at their ticketed time until 9 p.m. At 10 p.m., the trick-or-treat route will close, and all guests must exit the Zoo.

The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular October 2nd -November 2nd - Tickets on Sale now!

It’s that time of year… when pumpkins turn into art, the trail begins to glow, and Louisville comes alive. 🎃 Tickets for Jack O’Lantern Spectacular are officially live—grab yours now before the best nights disappear! Weekends and prime evenings go fast.

The Jack O’Lantern Spectacular is back: Oct 2–Nov 2, 2025 at Iroquois Park. Thousands of glowing pumpkins await...are you ready to experience the magic? 🔮

Buy Tickets Now

Tree Week presented by TreesLouisville October 10th - 19th

Tree Week runs from October 10th-19th and is an opportunity for community members to learn about and appreciate trees and all that they provide. Organizations from across Jefferson County will host a number of events for people of all ages and interests to enjoy. Activities such as tree planting and maintenance, tree giveaways, tree ID walks and talks, bike rides, yoga in the park, movie screenings, arts and crafts and more. Last year we had over 50 different events throughout the week. 

To learn more or register your very own tree event visit https://treeslouisville.org/tree-week-home-page

The Alpha XI Derby Dash from 9-noon on October 11th at the Waterfront

The philanthropy team of the Kappa Delta sorority at UL each year host a 5K run / walk in support of Prevent Child Abuse America and Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky! Last year they raised over $20,000 for the organizations! This year's 5K will be on October 11th at the Waterfront from 9 A.M. to noon. The link below can be used for registration, donations or further information. 

https://kappadelta.crowdchange.co/49518 

1st Annual Awareness for Dementia Community Fair 5K Run/Walk Saturday, October 18th

Saturday, October 18th 
Norton Healthcare Sport & Learning Center
3029 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd

Registration open: 815am  Race Begins: 9:00am 

$25 Registration Includes: T:shirt and Tumbler

Neighborhood Watch!

Take steps to protect children from food poisoning

Did you know children under 5 are more likely to get sick from food poisoning? Their immune systems are still developing, which means their body’s ability to fight germs isn’t as strong. You can prevent food poisoning and help protect kids by following simple steps when making food:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water.
• Keep raw meat separate from ready-to-eat foods like fresh fruit and vegetables.
• Use a food thermometer to make sure food is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
• Refrigerate or freeze meat and other perishable foods quickly.

Find safe cooking temperatures for meat, poultry, and eggs, plus more tips for preparing food safely. For additional food safety information, visit our website.

Save birds this fall: Participate in the Lights Out Louisville program!

You might know that millions of birds migrate over Louisville every fall. But did you also know that billions of migrating birds are hurt or killed each year in the U.S.—due to artificial light at night pulling them off course or causing them to fly into windows and buildings?

With your help, Lights Out Louisville—a local conservation program sponsored by the Louisville Audubon Society—aims to change that.

The solution is simple, and anyone can be a part of it:

—This September and October, simply do what you can to reduce artificial light at night.

—It’s as easy as turning off nonessential lights—both indoors and outside—and closing blinds, shades, or curtains between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. during these months.

—By reducing artificial nighttime light during the two biggest fall-migration months in our area, we give migrating birds a better chance of surviving their long journeys.

—With a few simple actions, you’ll help save birds—and save money on your electricity bill at the same time!

Visit www.lightsoutlouisville.org/go-lights-out/ for more tips on how you can save migrating birds or to learn more.

If you decide to go Lights Out, you can help Louisville Audubon track the program’s impact across our city: Simply fill out a short form as a resident/homeowner, or on behalf of your business or a commercial facility you own/operate. It takes less than 1 minute, and it costs nothing. Business and commercial supporters will be promoted on the Lights Out Louisville website and on social media.

You can find both forms at www.lightsoutlouisville.org/go-lights-out/.

The Louisville Audubon Society thanks you for choosing to go Lights Out!

Employment Opportunities

LMPD is Hiring for Traffic Guards!

If you or anyone you know might be interested in applying, please scan the QR code below or contact Amanda Carpenter at 574-7016 or "amanda.carpenter@louisvilleky.gov"  and start the process.

Metro Public Works is currently Hiring

Serve the Louisville community through a rewarding public service career! The department of Louisville Metro Public Works is currently hiring. IMPORTANT! The link below is for all of Metro jobs currently open. To learn about career opportunities specifically in Public Works, once you've clicked the link, follow these three easy steps: Click the filter tab Click "Departments" Click "Public Works" on the dropdown menu https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky