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 Hey neighbors!
Whether you’ve lived here for decades, just moved in or a visitor, District 4 is your home—and it thrives when we all pitch in.
We’re looking for volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to help power our community programs, events, and local efforts.
No fancy titles needed. Just bring your time, your talents, and your heart.
From helping at block parties to registration at community events, or lending a hand at town cleanups—there’s a role for everyone.
This is your chance to:
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Whether you're 5 or 85, your voice matters. Your energy matters. You matter.
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 District 4 Metro Councilman Ken Herndon Announces New Community Townhall!
Thursday, October 9th
6-7:30
Republic Bank YMCA
1720 West Broadway in the Conference Room
District 4 will be hosting LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey for an open discussion as the first official installment of the D4 Community Townhall.
From this point forward, these quarterly forums are open to all District 4 constituents and will replace the D4 Advisory Board Meetings, which were only open to designated neighborhood representatives, and will feature an open conversation with local government officials.
In two previous meetings, earlier this year, we have welcomed representatives from TARC and Codes and Regulations in what were robust, informative discussions.
 Councilman Ken Herndon invites residents of the California neighborhood to a special Voices & Visions community meeting focused on the future of California Park.
The meeting will feature special guest Jason Canuel, Director of Parks & Recreation, who will help facilitate conversations on potential improvements for California Park.
Ideas may include a new sprayground, repurposing the tennis courts, or other enhancements suggested by the community.
Councilman Herndon is encouraging the youth of the community to attend to share their VOICES and VISIONS for how the park can better serve their needs.
 Join Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins and Councilman Ken Herndon for the next Community Violence Prevention Meeting.
Monday, October 13, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center
(2820 West Broadway St.)
Agenda
6-6:30 p.m. Welcome & Introductions
6:30-6:45 p.m. Review of September meeting
6:45-7:45 p.m. Breakout Committee Sessions
7:45-8:00 p.m. Reassemble/Wrap-up
 Join us for the PEACE Festival!
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Alberta O. Jones Park,
Join us as we honor families and individuals affected by gun violence and domestic violence, coming together to uplift our community with love, support, and encouragement.
 The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, September 25th at 6:00 p.m.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here. To watch Metro Council Meetings live on YouTube, you can visit the LouisvilleMetroTV channel by clicking here,
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live-streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902
 Join the Neighborhood Watch Program!
LMPD is inviting neighborhoods across our community to take part in the Neighborhood Watch Program, a proven way to strengthen safety and build community connection.
By registering, your neighborhood will receive one free metal Neighborhood Watch sign, installed by Public Works about two weeks after the application is processed. Additional signs can be purchased for $55 each.
A flyer with a QR code and the Neighborhood Watch Club Registration form is attached to make signing up easy.
 2025 Violence Reduction Summit
Friday, October 24, 2025
9 AM – 4:30 PM
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center, 2820 W Broadway
The Louisville Metro Office of Violence Prevention would like to announce this citywide summit convening to collectively strength Louisville’s violence prevention landscape. This summit will bring together residents, community and policy-making leaders, clinical care, research and data specialists, and business executives to reinforce the collaborative work needed to end local violence.
Registration is free – link for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-violence-reduction-summit-tickets-1595754878799
 As cooler weather sets in, it's time for our annual Project Warm Blitz—a community-driven effort to weatherize homes for those in need.
Event Dates: Saturday, November 1st & 8th
Goal: assist 100 Jefferson County residents who are 60+ or living with disabilities.
Get Involved:
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Clients: Now through October, we're accepting applications.
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Volunteers: Teams of 3–6 are forming to help on one or both days. No experience needed—just a heart to serve!
 How it works: For 4 weeks, beginning October 3, participants will receive a weekly email with a list of 10-12 anti-racism activities (read an article, watch a video, visit a Black-owned business, etc.)
Participants are encouraged to complete 3 of the activities over the course of the week.
It is purely personal; you don't report to anyone. By regularly participating in anti-racism activities, we naturally develop better habits of noticing and challenging racism in our daily lives.
Sign up here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/cADwZWv
 Keep children active and engaged this fall with Louisville Parks & Recreation’s fun-filled day camps!
From Sept. 30–Oct. 3, children ages 5–12 can enjoy games, crafts, outdoor adventures, and more at community centers across the city. The cost is only $60 for the week.
Register here.
 
  
 This free, family-friendly event invites the community to enjoy an afternoon of live performances featuring Bashiri Asad, Maestro J, Darnell “Classik” Levine, and Dimestore Dandy.
Jazz in Central Park is sponsored by Councilman Lyninger and hosted by TS Elliott and Robin G.
In previous years, the event has featured food trucks, local vendors, and community organizers. Councilman Lyninger is inviting interested vendors to take part in this year’s celebration. To get involved, please fill out the vendor application form.
If you have any questions, please contact the District 6 office at (502) 574-1106.
 Saturday, September 27, 2025
9 AM to 3 PM
St. Stephen Baptist Church (1018 S. 15th Street)
The Summit is named after the late Kentucky State Senator, Darryl Owens. In 2015, the late Senator Owens wrote a manifesto letter to the mayor at that time, expressing the urgent need for economic development in West Louisville. He expressed the need for single unit, market-rate, high-end homes that are essential for community uplift and prosperity.
The purpose of this summit is to revisit the critical call made by the late Senator Owens. Councilman Herndon, we believe that your attendance is essential.
The Summit Presenters:
- Senator Nina Turner, Former Ohio State Senator
- Congressman Jonathan Jackson, U.S. Representative, Illinois – District 1
- Dr Edward Goetz, Author, New Deal Runs: Race, Economic Justice, & Public Housing Policy
- Dr Ricky L. Jones, Baldwin-King Scholar-in-Residence at U of L’s Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute
 
 Did you know Franklin Delano Roosevelt hosted a cocktail hour nearly every day at the White House, welcoming guests from all walks of life to sip, laugh, and connect?
Inspired by this tradition, Actors Theatre of Louisville presents a bold new immersive play that brings that lively spirit to the stage: FDR's Very Happy Hour.
Join us in reflecting on history, humor, and the challenges of community while sharing in a playful, social experience where strangers become friends.
It’s a night of conversation, connection, and theater unlike anything you’ve seen before.
The show runs October 15–26th. Reserve your tickets today!
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