Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic - Saturday

Metro Animal Services Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic will be sponsored by Metro Council Districts 24, 22 and 23. The Clinic is June 13th, 10 AM - 1 PM at Highview Park, 7122 Briscoe Lane. No appointment is necessary. All dogs must be on a leash and all cats in carriers. All patrons must purchase a license for all pets participating. 

LMAS Clinic Prices for June, 2026

                                    Free     -   DAAP Vaccine

                                     $10      -   1 year Rabies Vaccine

                                     $15      -   3 year Rabies Vaccine

                                     $25      -   Microchip

                                     $10      -   1 year Altered Pet License
                                       $5      -   1 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount
                                   $120      -   1 year Unaltered Pet License

                                     $27      -   3 year Altered Pet License
                                $13.50      -   3 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount

                                $12.50      -   Lifetime License (Senior Discount)
                                     $25      -   Lifetime License

The Senior Discount is for 65 and older.  A Senior Pet is 8 and older.

Empty V 80's Band - Bringing Back the 80's at Friday Fest, June 19th

Empty V 80's Band is a regional dance and party band that regularly tours the Louisville area. They are known for their MTV-era classics, pop, and rock anthems. Check out their setlists on the Empty V 80s Band Facebook Page  for a look at the energy of the MTV golden age live experience. See them June 19th, 6 - 10 PM at Highview Park, 7122 Briscoe Lane.

Summer Meals Program - Free for all Teens and Kids 18 & Younger

Jefferson County Public Schools are providing 60 + locations-Dates and times vary for each Summer Meals site. * ( No meal service on June 19th or July 4th) Daily breakfast & lunch at most on-site locations. Boxed lunches for mobile stops at parks, neighborhoods, and community centers. For more information, see links below.

https://www/jeffersonkyschools.us - (502) 485-3186 - Scan QR Code above - Nutrislice Locations

Free Admisssion to a Louisville Bats Game While Tickets Last

The Louisville Bats, AAA Affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds are once again delighted to host two Metro Council Community Nights of baseball this season. These two games are scheduled for Tuesday, August 11^th and Wednesday, September 9^th. While supplies last, the offer will include free admission for a reserved seat at Louisville Slugger Field, and a voucher good for one free hot dog and one free small soft drink. 

These Metro Council Community game night offers are available to all constituents of the 26 Metro Council Districts, geared toward, but not exclusively for residents who might otherwise not be able to afford to attend a Bats game. The offer is extended to both individuals and mentoring organizations, social service agencies, underprivileged kids’ groups, etc. 

Forms will be monitored and will close once each district has reached their maximum capacity of 300 tickets – Groups and individuals are advised to request their tickets in advance to ensure availability!

INDIVIDUALS/GROUPS of 20 GUESTS: https://bit.ly/4ttW776

ORGANIZATIONS/GROUPS of 20+ GUESTS: https://bit.ly/3RzfApE

The cutoff date for ticket requests for the August 11th date is August 3^rd, and September 1st is the cutoff for the September 9^th game. 

Ticket distribution will be done as responses come in. Please be patient and allow time for tickets to be distributed. If you do not receive your tickets by August 3rd, please email mgraham@batsbaseball.com.

Louisville Nature Center Grey Tree Frog Hike - June 13th

Gray Tree Frogs are a largely arboreal species that occupy a variety of wooded habitats, making Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve the perfect home for these vocal amphibians. On this hike, you’ll hear the males loud, musical calls echo through the forest. The naturalist will teach you how to spot Gray Tree Frogs and help you get a closer look at these tiny forest friends. The hike is Saturday, June 13th, 8 - 10 PM, 3745 Illinois Avenue. The cost is $15 per person Register here! The Louisville Nature Center (LNC)  strives to teach people about the natural world and provide a place where people can enjoy nature—without even leaving the city. Located across the street from the Louisville Zoo and adjacent to Joe Creason Park, the facilities include: A Sensory Garden complete with plants and other features to see, smell, touch, and hear. A Rain Garden with native plants whose roots absorb rainwater from the roof into the ground. A Nature Play Area for kids to engage in imaginative play. A Bird Blind where visitors can view birds at the feeders through one-way tinted glass. A Center for viewing of reptiles and animal specimens. LNC also manages 80 acres of urban forest, including the Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve, with nearly two miles of public trails.

Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds - June 15th

Come experience this Hollywood Classic Under the Stars at the Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, Louisville, June 15th! Doors open at 7:30 PM and the show starts at 8:45 PM.
Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert (2008) is a concert film documenting the 2007-2008 tour. It features Miley Cyrus performing both as her Disney Channel character, Hannah Montana, and as herself. The film includes hit songs, backstage footage, and appearances by the Jonas Brothers and Billy Ray Cyrus. 
Rated G - This FREE event is ALL AGES!

Roarchestra at the Zoo - Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics

ROARchestra returns Saturday, July 11th with Summer Breeze: YACHT ROCK CLASSICS, a nostalgic evening packed with smooth hits, summer vibes and live music at the Louisville Zoo.

Led by beloved ROARchestra conductor Bob Bernhardt, the concert will feature iconic Yacht Rock favorites including Margaritaville, Africa, Escape (The Piña Colada Song), Sailing, What a Fool Believes and many more performed live by the Louisville Orchestra.

Guests are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxing summer evening at the Zoo. Food, drinks and adult beverages will be available for purchase during the event. This event is expected to be one of the highlights of Louisville’s summer entertainment season. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early.

The Zoo gates will open at 7 PM with the concert beginning at 8:30 PM. Guests may enjoy select Zoo areas prior to the performance before settling in on the Oasis Field for the concert.

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 29th at noon at LouisvilleZoo.org/roar.   Advanced tickets start at $30 for adults (ages 12+) and $15 for kids (ages 3-11) and include parking. Tickets for adults increase to $35 beginning July 1. Rain date for the performance is Sunday, July 12.

La Villa Lou New Community Name for Preston Highway Corridor

La Villa Lou is the newly designated community name for the Preston Highway corridor (spanning from south of I-264 to the Outer Loop), transforming the area into a celebrated hub for Hispanic culture and entrepreneurship in Louisville. Announcing the initiative during Immigrant Heritage Month, Mayor Craig Greenburg introduced economic programs, interactive challenges, and public art to boost the corridor's cultural and economic profile.

For more information, click here.

Culture and Art

• First Public Installation: Mural located at 5043 Preston Highway. Lead Artist Haley Bass and her creative team. 

Business and Economic Support

• Big Streets, Small Business: A proposed $1 million investment budget to fund the activation of vacant commercial spaces.
• METCO and South End Fund: Administered through One Louisville to provide critical small business and restaurant loans along the corridor. 
• REACH Program: A free, multilingual technical assistance initiative run by the Office for Immigrant Affairs and the Louisville Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to guide growth plans for immigrant entrepreneurs. 

The Passport Challenge

• Digital Map Experience: Encourages residents and visitors to explore local South End merchants. 
• Perks: Participating venues offer up to 10 percent discounts. 
• Rewards: Checking in via QR codes earns points toward physical La Villa Lou swag. Click here to sign up!
• Early Incentive: The first 75 registered participants receive a limited-edition promotional item.
• If a business on south Preston Highway would like to be featured in the Passport Challenge, they can fill out this form to be considered. Submissions will be reviewed for adherence to Passport criteria. 

Join The Complete Streets Coalition

Are you interested in helping create safer, more accessible streets for everyone in Louisville Metro? If so, consider applying to join Louisville Metro’s Complete Streets Coalition.

The coalition was established as part of the 2022 amendments to Louisville Metro’s Complete Streets Ordinance. It includes 15 community members, along with representatives from the Louisville Metro Department of Transportation (DOT), the Transit Authority of River City (TARC), and the Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency (KIPDA).

Members play an important role in reviewing publicly funded transportation projects to make sure they consider the needs of people of all ages and abilities, across all modes of travel. The Coalition also helps projects meet or exceed Louisville’s adopted design standards, supporting a more connected and inclusive transportation network.

There are currently several open positions, residents from across Louisville Metro are encouraged to apply. To learn more or express interest, email Jeremy Chesler at jeremy.chesler@louisvilleky.gov, Complete Streets Program Manager. Applicants can access the application by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer or following this link to the Complete Streets Coalition Application.

Office of Planning Warns Residents About Fraudulent Emails

Louisville Metro Government’s Office of Planning is warning residents and applicants about fraudulent emails claiming to be from Metro Government that request payment for “application approval fees.” These emails are not legitimate and should be ignored. Louisville Metro Government will not request payment by email, wire transfer, or third‑party payment platforms. All application fees are due at the time of submittal through official channels only. Legitimate application-related communications come directly from Louisville Metro staff by phone or from a @louisvilleky.gov email address. How to Protect Yourself Do not click links or open attachments from unknown or suspicious senders. Verify the sender’s email address—official Metro emails end in @louisvilleky.gov. Do not reply to or send payment in response to these messages. Report suspicious emails to planningcustomerservice@louisvilleky.gov or to your assigned case manager. If you are unsure, call the Office of Planning directly at (502) 574‑6230. Please see the attachment for more information. Scam Emails Targeting Applicants.pdf

Pop-Up Drop-Off - Doss High School - June 13th

June 13th, 10 AM - 2 PM

Doss High School

7601 St. Andrews Church Road

Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups.

For more information, click here.

Understanding 988 and When to Call - Call, Text, and Chat 988

The United States launched 988 in 2022 as an easy-to-remember number for anyone experiencing a mental health, emotional, or substance use crisis. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential, and available 24/7, connecting you with trained counselors who listen, offer support, and help keep you safe.

You don’t have to be suicidal to reach out. Anyone—at any age—can contact 988. You can also call if you’re concerned about a friend, loved one, or someone in your community. Veterans, service members, and their families can connect with specially trained counselors, and interpretation services are available for many languages.

To reach 988, you can call, text, or chat—whatever feels most comfortable. Visit the 988 Lifeline website for quick access to all options, including support for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and Spanish speakers.

People contact 988 for many reasons, including:  anxiety or depression, substance use concerns, stress or trauma, loneliness or simply needing someone to listen. When you contact 988 a trained counselor will listen without judgment, check on your safety, talk through what you’re experiencing, offer support and connect you to local resources and any people feel calmer and more hopeful after reaching out.

You don’t have to share personal information. Counselors only involve emergency services in rare situations where someone is in immediate danger. You’re not alone—help is always just a call or text away.

For more information, click here.

AT&T will Access a Manhole Cover for Splice W

AT&T will Access a Pole for Splice Work on Old Preston

AT&T will Access Manhole Cover on Jefferson Blvd.

Planning and Design

26-CFR-0012

Property Address - 8620 Preston Highway

Property Description - Southern High School Athletic Renovations - A community facility review for a high school stadium renovation.

26-CUPPA-0094

Property Address - 3717 Tuesday Way

Property Description - Accessory Dwelling Unit - A CUP for an Accessory Dwelling Unit that exceeds the height of the principle structure in the R-5 zoning district.

26-DDP-0032

Property Address - 4900 Crossing Spring Way, 102, 40229

Property Description - Preston Spring Drive and Crossing Spring Way Townhouses - A revised detailed district development plan for a townhome development on in the R5-A zoning district.

26-MCUP-0012

Property Address - 5012 E. Manslick Road 40219

Property Description - Wesley Manor HCC Renovation - A CUP Modification application for a residential property in the R-4 zoning district on 21.08450 acres for renovations and seven additional parking spaces, with pedestrian access.

26-DDP-0017

Property Address - 9220 Preston Highway

Property Description - Preston Highway Multifamily - 26 unit multifamily.

26-DDP-0021

Property Address - 5400 Manslick Road

Property Description - Senior Independent Living

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Revised District Development Plan - 9220 Preston Highway

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.

Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting - 7208 Victoria Drive

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.

See the flyer After the Neighborhood Meeting above for more information.

Library Events for June and July

July Artist-in-Residence - Berkley Collins - Crochet Artist and Instructor

Berkley Collins is a Crochet Artist, instructor, and the creator of Fox In The Wood. Berkley used personal setbacks as a launching pad to bring her art to the world, and found purpose and passion in making affordable art and art education accessible to the community. “Life feels like magic again, and I want to pass that feeling on to as many people as possible. I believe everyone has the ability to crochet, and together, we can do amazing things." Classes Thursday, July 9, 11 a.m. Intro to Crochet Thursday, July 16, 11 a.m. Amigurumi Bees Sunday, July 23, 2 p.m. Plastic Sleeping Mats Community Project All classes will be at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd. (502) 964-3515. Registration is required at Liz.Magee@lfpl.org.

Beginner's Adventure Club - June 13th

Join in for an introduction to tabletop role-playing games at the Beginner's Adventure Club.  The age to play is 13-19. This will take place at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd. June 13th, 12:30 - 2:30 PM, (502) 964-3515.

Thomas Jefferson & Natural History - 4-Week Course Starting June 25th

Dr. Lee Dugatkin will explore Thomas Jefferson's important role in early American natural history in this 4-week short course--from his argument with the world's leading natural historian, to his role in the first museum in the United States and his involvement in a 1972 expedition West (that would have made Lewis and Clark's journey an historical footnote), to his obsession with the Hessian Files. The course is every Thursday, June 25th - July 16th at 6 PM at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd. For more information, call (502) 564-1644. Please register here.

Experts' Adventure Club - June 27th

The Experts' Adventure Club will be June 27th, 12:30 - 2:30 PM at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd. The club has dice rolling adventures in the world of fantasy, with more complex rules systems and intricate plotlines. This program is designed for those who are familiar with tabletop RPGs, especially Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition (2014). Pregenerated characters, dice, pencils, snacks and other supplies provided. For more information, call (502) 964-3515.

For further information on Councilwoman Ginny Mulvey-Woolridge or District 24 please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-24

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Repurposing Small Tin Boxes - May 7th