Get ready — Louisville’s most legendary Halloween celebration is happening tomorrow, Friday, October 31st from 5–9 PM on Hillcrest Avenue! Hosted by Councilman Andrew Owen and the Crescent Hill neighborhood, this family-friendly trick-or-treat extravaganza promises eerie sights, festive fun, and safe thrills for all ages.
🚧 New This Year: Hillcrest Avenue will be closed to traffic from 4:30–9:30 PM between Frankfort Ave and Brownsboro Rd to ensure a safer experience.
🎟️ Free entry tickets are required and available only at the two street entrances.
🚓 LMPD will be on-site to help keep the evening secure and enjoyable.
👻 Costumes encouraged — the neighbors go all out with graveyards, skeletons, animatronics, and dazzling displays that make Hillcrest a must-see Halloween destination!
For more details, visit Halloween on Hillcrest on Facebook or contact Councilman Owen’s office at (502) 574-1109.
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Tired of all the leaf blowing and raking? Take this as a license to chill this fall, and just leave your leaves where they are! Fallen leaves provide overwintering habitat for a variety of insects, including endangered pollinators. When you bag or mulch your leaves, you remove that habitat and destroy beneficial insect larvae.
Can’t resist the urge to move those leaves? Blow or rake them into a neat pile at the base of a tree, then leave ‘em be. Learn more about the benefits of leaving the leaves and native “yardening” from our friends at Wild Ones Louisville!
KEEP LEAVES OUT OF THE STREET
Avoid blowing leaves into the street. If you see street sweeping signs posted, please keep the street clear so crews can properly clean up naturally fallen leaves. Large piles of leaves that have been intentionally blown into the street will not be collected.
FREE LEAF DROP-OFF SITES
Metro Public Works offers free leaf drop-off from Tuesday to Saturday, November 4 – December 6. Closed: November 27 – 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
✅ Accepted: Loose leaves, leaves in paper/compostable bags or reusable containers
🚫 Not accepted: Trash, plastic bags, or other yard waste
♻️ Reminder: If you bring leaves in a reusable container, please take it back with you.
Drop-off locations (open Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.):
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Public Works Yard– 10500 Lower River Rd. (enter from Bethany Lane)
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East District Operations Center– 595 N. Hubbards Ln.
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Shawnee Park Athletic Complex– 230 Southwestern Pkwy.
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535 Meriwether Ave– across from Solid Waste office
CURBSIDE COLLECTION
Curbside yard waste collection is available throughout Louisville Metro. We want to remind residents and businesses that yard waste should not go in the trash. Please collect leaves, grass clippings, branches, and tree trimmings in a separate container or paper yard waste bags so these materials can be sent to our local composter — where they’re turned into useful Earth products like mulch and soil.
Seasonally, pumpkins and Christmas trees can also go into yard waste. Just be sure to remove all decorations and follow your service provider’s size and preparation requirements.
Together, we can keep compostable materials out of the landfill and make the most of what the Earth provides.
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Jack O' Lantern Spectacular at Iroquois Park
It's not too late to walk the trail of 5,000+ artist-carved pumpkins in Iroquois Park! The Jack O' Lantern Spectacular continues through November 2, a Halloween tradition and fundraiser for the Parks Alliance of Louisville. Get tickets today at jackolanternlouisville.org!
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Whitehall is pleased to announce that it is launching a new Book Club beginning this fall. Once per season, we will choose a book that is relevant to Whitehall’s past or present, and meet in person to discuss it. Book club meetings will last from 45-60 minutes and will be led by Carrie Vittitoe. The first meeting will take place on Sunday, November 2nd, at 2:00 p.m. We will be discussing A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway. There is no cost to attend but space is limited and reservations are required. Participants can sign up at https://www.historicwhitehall.org/whitehall-book-club.
Carrie Vittitoe is a lifetime Louisvillian, part-time English teacher, freelance writer, and one of the co-hosts of the podcast The Perks of Being a Book Lover. Although she enjoyed reading as a child, it wasn't until age 16 when she got to the orchard scene in Jane Eyre that she truly fell in love with literature (and Edward Rochester).
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Louisville Metro’s Department of Transportation invites residents to a public meeting to learn about two upcoming rightsizing projects that will improve safety and mobility for all roadway users.
Rightsizing, also known as a road diet, adjusts lane configurations to calm traffic, reduce speeding, and make streets safer for everyone who drives, walks, or bikes. Both projects were identified in the Vision Zero Louisville Safety Report and are funded in part by the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant.
River Road (East Witherspoon Street to Beargrass Creek Bridge, 1.5 miles): This project proposes adding turn lanes, on-street parking, and new bicycle facilities, along with curb extensions, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and improved lighting.
Zorn Avenue (River Road to Riedling Drive and Madelle Avenue, 1.2 miles): This project includes new lane configurations, buffered bike lanes, and upgraded pedestrian facilities and crossings.
- Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
- Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- Location: Louisville Water Tower, 3005 River Road
Residents are encouraged to drop in any time during the meeting to view displays, talk with project team members, and share feedback about both projects.
You can also provide feedback on these projects by completing the surveys linked below.
River Road Rightsizing Survey
Zorn Avenue Rightsizing Survey
The online survey closes Dec. 4, 2025.
Learn more about the River Road and Zorn Avenue rightsizing projects by viewing these story maps.
River Road Rightsizing Project Story Map
Zorn Avenue Rightsizing Project Story Map
Staff from the Office of Planning will be available to listen to ideas and answer questions. Attendees may arrive at any time. To learn more about the online forum, please go the webpage below. We want to hear from you!
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Featuring bourbon aficionados and musical bravados Susan Reigler and Dan Callaway + more music from LAM faculty, staff, and students! This one-of-a-kind event blends two of our favorite things! Join us for a magical evening with amazing music, drinks, apps, silent auction, and more! All in support and celebration of our school!
General admission received a sit-down bourbon tasting lead by Susan and Dan and accompanied by paired musical selections performed by Susan and Dan themselves and joined by LAM staff and guests! All guests will also have access to an open bar (wine/beer) and light bites.
Upgrade your experience with a sponsorship package featuring VIP welcome pours and a historic Locust Grove led Farm Distillery Experience!
Thanks to our friends at Locust Grove for providing the space for this event and thank you to Susan and Dan for their time, talents, and whiskey!
REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND
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Louisville Water is hosting a Fall Open House at the Historic Water Tower on Sunday November 9 from noon to 5:00.
November 11th, 2025
Networking 11:00am
Lunch Served at 11:30am
Meeting 12:00-1:00pm
Our Mother of Sorrows Cafeteria
770 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, Ky 40217
Lunch Sponsored by: TBD
RSVP REQUIRED: Please call the Office for Aging & Disabled Citizens 502-574-5092 or by email to allison.woosley@louisvilleky.gov
Parking is available in the enclosed lot next to the cafeteria or in the lot to the right of school. Street parking is allowed.
NOTE: November Lunch Sponsorship Available
Contact Alli at allison.woosley@louisvilleky.gov or 502.574.5092 if interested!
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Join the Louisville East Lions Club for a cozy evening of comfort food and community! We’re hosting a Chili and Hotdog Supper on Thursday, November 14, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church.
For just $8 at the door, enjoy chili, a hotdog, dessert, drink!
Questions? Call (502) 594–9606. We’d love to see you there!
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Lace up for holiday fun that gives back! The 29th Annual Santa Sprint & Stroll 5K benefits UCHM’s mission to build compassionate community through education, emergency assistance, health, wellness, and social activities. Register now—signups welcomed through race morning.
When/Where: Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 @ 9:00 AM, Hogan’s Fountain (Cherokee Park)
Perks: Finisher medal, long-sleeve cotton-blend shirt (includes youth sizes), post-race refreshments, age-group awards, and photos with Santa.
Registration tiers: $30 (thru 12/19), $35 race day (12/20).
Register via the UCHM Events page: uchmlouky.org/events (click “Santa Sprint Information”).
Be a Sponsor: Sponsorships now open: Showcase your support and reach a community audience. Title, Gold, Silver, and Bronze packages available—and door-prize donations welcome. Learn more and sign up at uchmlouky.org/santa-sprint-sponsor/.
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Each year, we partner with generous individuals, churches, and local businesses to provide holiday gifts, meals, and essential items to families in need right here in our community.
You can help make this season brighter by: Making a financial contribution of $150 to support our Christmas Connection Program assistance
Learn more or sign up to give: www.uchmlouky.org
Donations accepted through December 12th at UCHM (150 S. State Street, Louisville) or online at uchmlouky.org/give
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United Crescent Hill Ministries (UCHM) is looking for volunteers and donations to support our Food Pantry and 60+ Adult Program.
Volunteer: Help stock the food pantry, do data entry, or spend time with our 60+ program.
🥫 Donate: We especially need canned foods with pop-top lids, canned meats, ready-to-eat pasta, and hygiene products.
Additional Food Pantry Needs:
Use of our pantry has surged, and with SNAP benefits not renewing for many neighbors next week, we expect even more visitors. Here’s how you can help right now:
Most-Needed Items: Canned meat, canned fruits/vegetables (pop-tops preferred) shelf-stable boxed milk, sugar, flour, jelly, coffee and tea, rice, pasta, pasta sauce, cooking oil, salt, pepper, basic spices, dish soap and period products
Please Avoid: Expired or opened food.
Drop off items Mon–Thurs, 9 AM–3 PM at UCHM, 150 S. State Street, Louisville.
Louisville, KY 40206
Give online: https://www.uchmlouky.org/get-involved/give/
Learn more: uchmlouky.org
Together, we’re building compassionate community one neighbor at a time.
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Good morning! I’m excited to share that our free Recycle Coach app—a valuable tool for residents to access waste collection and event schedules, recycling guidelines, and disposal tips—is now available in three additional languages: Spanish, Arabic, and Somali. By offering multilingual support, we’re helping ensure that more residents can confidently participate in proper waste disposal and recycling practices. Residents can download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and select their preferred language in the settings.
We’ll be posting this to our Facebook pages (@knowwastelou and @loupubworks), Nextdoor, and adding to the Works Week newsletter. We’d appreciate if you would share/post as well! If you have any contacts that could benefit from knowing this, please share the news!
Thank you for your continued support! Please reach out if you have any questions or need any educational resources. Thank you!
Karen Maynard, Solid Waste Education Manager
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The I-65 Central Corridor Project is a multiyear project by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) to replace and rehabilitate interstate bridges in a heavily traveled corridor of Interstate 65, between I-264 (Watterson Expressway) and the Muhammad Ali Boulevard interchange in downtown Louisville. This stretch of I-65 supports some of Kentucky’s largest employers and important destinations, including UPS, Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center, the University of Louisville, and downtown businesses, organizations and healthcare providers.
The I-65 Central Corridor Project is focused on improving safety and preventing unplanned closures while adding decades of life to these structures. At least six bridges in the project area will be replaced or rehabilitated during the next three years.
For more information on the project, please visit https://i65centralcorridor.com/.
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Work has begun on a project to make it safer and easier for people to walk and bike between Cherokee and Seneca Parks. The joint initiative between Louisville Metro’s Department of Transportation and Louisville Parks and Recreation will add a new shared pedestrian and bike lane, crosswalks, and other key safety features along Seneca Park Road/Pee Wee Reese Road from Park Boundary Road to Rock Creek Drive.
“This project marks another important step in creating a safer, more walkable, and more connected Louisville,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “By linking these two historic parks with accessible pathways, we’re investing in a better quality of life for our residents and ultimately continuing the momentum for a safer, stronger, and healthier city.”
When complete, the project will add nearly 5,000 linear feet of new pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure between the two parks. Improvements include:
- A dedicated shared bike and pedestrian path with 2-foot buffers and bright green safety markings
- High-visibility crosswalks
- Rumble strips along the entire facility, for the visually impaired
- More than 200 delineator posts separating vehicles from pedestrian areas
- Upgraded ADA-compliant features such as detectable warning surfaces and improved curb ramps
- New sidewalk connecting the shared use path to the existing sidewalk around Seneca Park
The Louisville Department of Transportation will manage this project with the support of Louisville Parks and Recreation. While no road closures are expected during construction, motorists may encounter flaggers at times to help manage and maintain the safe flow of traffic. Drivers should be cautious of their surroundings and be on the lookout for workers, pedestrians and bicyclists. Construction is expected to wrap up by mid-November.
Learn more about this project by viewing this news release on louisvilleky.gov.
PROJECT MAPS
Perryman Pet of the Week
Retired playboy ISO of long-term relationship to settle down & have a great life. Perryman is a motivational speaker on the side, providing positive affirmations every morning and high-fives for miles.
Perryman is the dog you didn’t know you needed.. but now that you know he exists- you will not be complete until he’s YOURS!
Perryman is around 3yrs old. His adoption fee is sponsored too!
🏡 Visit Animal House today!
📍 3516 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY
🕒 Open daily noon–6pm
🐶🐱 Learn more & apply to adopt: linktree.com/yourcityshelter
#yourcityshelter #fostermelouisville
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Thackery Binx Pet of the Week
Recently orphaned after losing his family tragically, Thackery Binx is taking some time to adjust to life at the shelter. He is use to being around kids and laughter and music! This sweet boy is incredibly affection, playful, and quite coy!
He’s stunning, from his dark tabby pattern to his gorgeous golden eyes.. Thackery is sure to steal your heart! Come meet him at Animal House, his adoption fee is sponsored!
🏡 Visit Animal House today!
📍 3516 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY
🕒 Open daily noon–6pm
🐶🐱 Learn more & apply to adopt: linktree.com/yourcityshelter
#yourcityshelter #fostermelouisville
Check out this adorable video Metro TV did with us last week! https://www.facebook.com/share/r/16gjpuKQyy/
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Progress continues for The Dot Experience with several exciting developments! Inside, the front classroom (visible from State Street) is beginning to take form, and floor-to-ceiling windows have been installed, promising plenty of natural light and sweeping views toward downtown Louisville.
Outside, crews are preparing to install metal panels and exterior finishes along State Street.
The Dot Experience will open October 2026.
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Image Description: An image of the lobby with construction materials. There is a doorway that leads to the front classroom.
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Image Description: The side of the building with multiple floor-to-ceiling windows installed.
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The north basin of the reservoir has been drained, and our contractor is on site with their equipment. After Halloween, they will increase their work by setting up a conveyor system which will make sediment removal faster and more efficient. Trucks will also haul sediment out of the basin. Starting Monday, December 1 Reservoir Avenue will be closed on weekdays between Frankfort Avenue and Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center to allow the work to continue safely and smoothly. Reservoir Avenue will reopen at the close of business every Friday and stay open until Monday morning. Access to Mary T. Aquatic Center will always remain open.
Louisville Water is also reviewing how to handle the old cast iron railing around the reservoir. This railing provides important fall protection from the upper walkway to the water. However, a recent inspection found that it has deteriorated to a point that it’s now unsafe to allow visitors. For safety purposes, the reservoir will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Once the safety of the railing is addressed, we remain committed to reopening the reservoir when feasible. We are working with a historical advisory group to help us decide the best way to address the aging railing.
For updates on the project, go to LouisvilleWater.com/ReservoirReliningProject.
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Upcoming paving projects scheduled for this week can be found on our new "Paving" page on louisvilleky.gov, as well as our interactive Louisville Metro Paving Dashboard where you can view paving projects scheduled for the year and conditions of city streets.
You can also access the page and dashboard by clicking on the "Paving" button below.
PAVING
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Ad Date: 10/08/2025 | 30-Day Date: 11/07/2025
Protest must be submitted by: LMPD Division 5TH DIVISION | PUBLIC NOTICE
Speedco Spirits Llc, 2790 Brownsboro Rd Louisville Ky 40206, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a NQ-Malt Beverage Package Quota Retail Package 2AM license(s) no later than October 6, 2025. The business to be licensed will be located at 2790 Brownsboro Rd, Kentucky 40206 doing business as Speedco Spirits. The Members are as follows: Roberto Dinaro 88 Fox Lair Blvd Fisherville Ky 40023. Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero St 2NE33, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601 , within thirty (30) days of the date of legal publication. October 8 2025 LSBN0382592
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Ad Date: 10/23/2025 | 30-Day Date: 11/22/2025
Protest must be submitted by: LMPD Division 5TH DIVISION
PUBLIC NOTICE
Beyond Bourbon, LLC , 3202 Frankfort Ave. Louisville Ky 40206, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a Quota Retail Drink, NQ4 Malt Beverage Drink and 4 am extended hours license(s) no later than October 20, 2025. The business to be licensed will be located at 3202 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, Kentucky 40206 doing business as Night-Caps. The owner(s) are as follows: David Alvey and Robert Alvey of 16001 Leeland Farm Lane, Louisville Ky 40299. Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero St 2NE33, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601 , within thirty (30) days of the date of legal publication. October 23 2025 LSBN0393181
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Ad Date: 10/23/2025 | 30-Day Date: 11/22/2025
Protest must be submitted by: LMPD Division City of St. Matthews
PUBLIC NOTICE
Nonna II LLC , 108 Sears Ave. Louisville Ky 40207, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a NQ2 Restaurant Drink license(s) no later than October 20, 2025. The business to be licensed will be located at 108 Sears Ave Louisville , Kentucky 40207 doing business as Lou Lou Food + Drink. The owner(s) are as follows: Jared Matthews of 5117 OakLawn Park Drive, Louisville Ky 40299. Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero St 2NE33, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601 , within thirty (30) days of the date of legal publication. October 23 2025 LSBN0393195
Below are some Ninth District calendar events! To view a full listing of events, please visit the District 9 Blog at http://district9news.wordpress.com/. If you would like to submit events to be considered for the blog calendar please email Regina Garr or call 574-1297.
Computer Tune Up & Repair Computer Tune Up & Repair Returning to the St. Matthews Eline Library. FREE computer tune-up and repair service will be offered the first Saturday of each month from 1-4 PM. Help will be limited to the first 3 persons, to make a reservation email taylor_rae@hotmail.com Participants must bring any additional devices that they may need such as a keyboard, monitor, and mouse for desk tops. If participants are bringing a laptop, please bring your battery charger.
Weekly Re-Occurring Programs at St Matthews Library:
Every Week on Mondays, 6:00-7:00 pm: English Conversation Club:
English Conversation Club allows English language learners to practice English with volunteers of native or near-native fluency. For English language learners, ECC is a great way to practice English while getting to know their neighbors and American culture.
Every Week During Library Hours at St Matthews Library: Computer Help by Appointment - Please call 574-1771 to set up an appointment with a library staff member to answer your computer questions.
Weekly Storytimes at St Matthews Library
Ages are a guide – please come on the day and time that works best for you.
Every Wednesday from 10:15-11:00 am: Baby Storytime - Ages 0 to 2.
Every Wednesday from 11:15-11:45 am: Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 to 3.
Every Thursday from 10:15-11:00 am: Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5.
Every Thursday from 11:15-11:45 am: Family Storytime - Ages 0 to 6.
Monday, November 3, 2025 - 7:00pm: Carmichael's is excited to host Rae Garringer for their new collection, To Belong Here: A New Generation of Queer, Trans, and Two-Spirit Appalachian Writers. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/rae-garringer-presents-belong-here
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - 7:00pm: Join Louisville native Martha Barnette at Carmichael's to discuss her lifelong love of language with her new book, Friends With Words. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/martha-barnette-presents-friends-words
Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 3:00pm: Carmichael's is excited to host Susan Coventry for her new book, Till Taught by Pain.https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/susan-coventry-discusses-till-taught-pain
Monday, November 10, 2025 - 7:00pm: Carmichael's is excited to host Davis Shoulders, editor of the new collection, Queer Communion: Religion in Appalachia. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/davis-shoulders-presents-queer-communion
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 11:00am: Join us for a Thanksgiving themed storytime with Rachel Tawil Kenyon! https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/storytime-rachel-tawil-kenyon
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 2:00pm: Grab your capes and suit up as we join Dog Man and Carmichael’s Kids to celebrate the release of Dog Man: Big Jim Believes! Meet Dog Man and enjoy free games and activities. Superhero costumes are encouraged. Space is limited for this free event. This event will be held at the St. Matthews Library. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/dog-man-hero-party
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 7:00pm: Carmichael's is excited to partner with Kindling Studios for a cozy evening of creative reflection. In this guided workshop, we’ll explore simple journaling prompts and light art-making exercises centered on gratitude and seasonal transitions. No experience needed. Just bring yourself! Materials provided, and you'll leave with an art piece of your own to take home. Space is limited for this free event. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/pages-gratitude-reflective-journaling-gathering-kindling-studios
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 6:30pm: Join us for an evening of Golden Girls. Starting at 6:30, grab some cheesecake and enjoy a screening of an episode of The Golden Girls. Following the episode, authors Ashleé Clark and Jared Clayton Brown will discuss their contributions to the new book, The Golden Girls: Tales From the Lanai. https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/thank-you-being-friend-golden-girls-evening-ashle%C3%A9-clark-and-jared-clayton-brown
Saturday, November 29, 2025 - 11:00am: Join us for a Small Business Saturday storytime with Brittany Thurman to celebrate the release of Come Catch a Dream! https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/small-business-saturday-brittany-thurman
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