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Yesterday, Councilwoman Mulvey-Woolridge sang at the Volunteers of America Mid-States Power of 1 Breakfast. She was happy to give back in honor of the life-changing transformations that the VOA helps individuals make.
The dedication and service that Volunteers of America provides to our community make a lasting impact on so many individuals and families. Sue Fox, a mother and VOA Community Outreach Supervisor, shared her remarkable journey of overcoming addiction and a federal indictment. Sue first connected with VOA through their Recovery Center in Manchester, Kentucky, and recently celebrated 10 years of sobriety.
We are grateful for the staff and counselors at the VOA for their dedication to the worthiest cause - saving lives.
The flags are flying once again at Outer Loop and Preston Highway. Thank you to the Okolona Fire Department for hanging the flags and Scheller's Fitness and Cycling for donating the flags.
LMPD 7th Division's Halloween in Highview is almost here! Come out and and join in on an evening of Halloween fun with the community! Throw on your favorite costume, bring the family, and celebrate the spooky season! The event is free and is October 18th, 4:30 –7 PM, 7201 Outer Loop.
There will be a Trick-or-Treat Trail, LMPD and LFD Units, custom cars, face painting, balloon artist, bouncy houses and a DJ. Don't miss it!
Grammy Award-winning artist Shaggy will headline a free outdoor concert as part of PickleY’all: The Louisville Pickleball Festival, a free, two-day celebration of wellness, connection and community taking place Oct. 16-17 in downtown Louisville. Created to bring people together through play and shared experience, PickleY’all will also feature free pickleball programming, family-friendly activities and local food across the two-day experience.
October 16th - Happy Hour Kicks Off the Weekend
The street festival kicks off with a community happy hour from 3 - 6 PM along Fourth and Jefferson streets outside the Kentucky International Convention Center. Activities include: music, food trucks, outdoor pickleball courts, Activities hosted by the Kentucky Science Center.
October 17th - Street Festival and Shaggy Concert
The celebration continues, with the PickleY’all street festival from 2 -7 PM along Fourth and Jefferson streets. Festivalgoers can enjoy:
Outdoor pickleball courts and clinics hosted by Good Bounce
A Kids Zone with hands-on activities from the Kentucky Science Center
Live performances by the School of Rock and a special brass “Pickle Band”
Food trucks
Sponsor activations and interactive experiences
The free outdoor concert by Grammy Award-winning artist Shaggy begins at 4 PM on Market Street outside Derby City Gaming. Made possible through support from Humana and Churchill Downs Incorporated, the concert is open to the public and will celebrate community, music and the close of Louisville’s festival season. During the festival, attendees can also vote in the Kentucky Proud Pickling Competition, presented by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.
Play and Watch Pickleball All Weekend
Throughout the weekend, attendees will be able to watch some of the world’s top pickleball athletes compete in the 2026 Humana APP Louisville Open and experience firsthand why pickleball has become America’s fastest-growing sport. General admission for fans is free, thanks to support from Humana, making it accessible for the community to experience the action.
In addition to professional tournament play, the PickleY’all Playground inside the Kentucky International Convention Center will offer free opportunities for players of all skill levels to get on the court. Managed by the Association of Pickleball Players, the playground will be open from 8 AM- 8 PM on both Friday and Saturday.
Community programming will take place from 2:30 -5 PM Friday and 10 AM - 3 PM Saturday and will include:
Beginner, intermediate and advanced pickleball games
Beat the Pro
Open play opportunities
No reservations are needed to participate.
A Community-Wide Collaboration
Before the street festival officially begins Friday, hundreds of employees from sponsoring organizations will participate in The Moving Forest @ PickleY’all street activation from 11 AM to 3 PM For the activation, volunteers will guide 70 large trees into a variety of configurations in the 500 block of West Jefferson Street across from Metro Hall to envision what a greener Louisville could look like. The Moving Forest highlights the urban greening projects that are part of the Greenprint initiative, a city-wide effort commissioned by the Louisville Mayor’s office and coordinated by the University of Louisville’s Christina Lee Brown Envirome to integrate health-focused greening strategies into downtown Louisville’s growth and redevelopment. The Moving Forest activation is made possible by support from UPS.
Admission is free for the street festival, PickleY’all Playground, professional tournament viewing, and the Shaggy concert.
Free family-friendly celebration of Hispanic cultures featuring music, dance, food, art, and community vendors, October 25th, 12 to 9 PM, Preston Plaza, 4132 Outer Loop. Come celebrate Hispanic cultures.
Join the Vine Hill Neighborhood Yard Sale on October 17th, 8 AM - 2 PM for a day of community shopping and great finds. Multiple families throughout the neighborhood will be participating, offering everything from furniture and home décor to clothing, toys, books, games, household goods, and more.
Whether you're searching for a bargain, a unique treasure, or simply looking to support local neighbors, there will be something for everyone. Start at 6502 Buisson Lane and explore the many sales throughout the Vine Hill community. Bring a friend, enjoy the morning, and discover amazing deals while supporting your neighborhood!
Get ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun at Jefferson Mall featuring Halloween crafts, performances and a costume contest on October 31st, 12 PM - 4 PM.
Halloween Performances
12 PM - Artmex Ballet Folkorico
1 PM - CLOO Dance
2 PM - KPOP Demon Hunter Dance-Off
2:30 - 3 PM - Dancsensation Predators on the Prowl and Villains Interactive Performance
Please make sure all costumes are not masked and do not cover faces.
4 PM - 6 PM: Treats on the Mall! Visit participating stores for Halloween treats while supplies last! Come dressed in your Halloween best and celebrate with us!
Fern Creek Highview Ministries is hosting a fundraiser at Bubba's 33, 10435 Southpointe Blvd, on October 22nd, 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Fill your belly on good food and help a great cause! Present the flyer to your server.
Fern Creek Highview United Ministries needs help filling Thanksgiving Baskets - share the gift of hope, food and kindness. Suggested items are tradition holiday foods and if you're not sure what to bring - a gift card is always useful. Drop items off at the Ministry, 9300 Beulah Church Road, 8:30 AM - 3 PM.
Ministries United of South Central Louisville is collecting winter items for their Warm Hearts Winter Drive. Items that are needed are winter coats, blankets, sweaters, hats, scarves, gloves, new socks and undergarments. Collection dates are October 19th - 23rd. Drop off at MUSCL office, 1207 Hart Avenue, 10 AM - 4 PM. For more information, click here.
Please save the date for the 4th Quarterly Community Meeting, taking place, November 9th. Doors open at 5:30 PM; program from 6 to 8 PM, Republic Bank Foundation YMCA , 1720 W. Broadway, second-floor meeting room. Parking is available in the YMCA lot, with additional parking at 17th and Broadway. TARC stops are in front of and beside the building.
Your Independent Monitor, Effective Law Enforcement for All (ELEFA) will share an update on the work under Louisville’s Community Commitment since September. Then it's your turn, ask your questions, tell your experiences, and what you think should be paid attention to as this work continues.
Please do not blow leaves into roadways. When Street Sweeping signs are posted, keeping streets clear allows crews to efficiently collect naturally fallen leaves and maintain safe road conditions. Large piles of leaves intentionally placed in the street will not be collected.
Free leaf drop-off sites
Metro Public Works will offer free leaf drop-off services from November 3rd through December 5th, operating Tuesday through Saturday. Please note: Sites will be closed November 26th - 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
Accepted materials:
Loose leaves
Leaves in paper or compostable bags
Leaves in reusable containers (If you bring leaves in a reusable container, please take the container home with you.)
Not accepted:
Trash
Plastic bags
Other yard waste
Drop-off locations -Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 AM to 3 PM
Public Works Yard - 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
East District Operations Center - 595 N. Hubbards Lane
Shawnee Park Athletic Complex - 230 Southwestern Parkway
535 Meriwether Avenue - Across from the Solid Waste Office
Whether you choose to leave your leaves in place to support local wildlife or take advantage of one of the free drop-off locations, a little planning can help keep our community cleaner and healthier throughout the fall season.
The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be held on Saturday, October 17, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Residents can dispose of unwanted items, recycle materials, and donate reusable goods at Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Road.
As always, please do not arrive before 10:00 AM. Your cooperation helps keep traffic flowing safely and minimizes impacts on neighboring properties. For a complete list of accepted items and event guidelines, visit the website.
Property Description - Paranormal Cirque - A temporary activity permit for a 4-day circus in a parking lot on 25.0205 acres in the C-2 zoning district.
Location: South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd.
SEE THE FLYER AFTER THE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING BELOW.
Persons who desire special accommodations, including translation or interpretation services, should contact the Office of Planning at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting.
A change in Zoning Pre-Application to rezone the properties located at 5801 Outer Loop from R-4 Single Family Residential and R-5A Residential Multifamily.
Location: South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd.
Persons who desire special accommodations, including translation or interpretation services, should contact the Office of Planning at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting.
SEE THE FLYER AFTER THE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING BELOW.
Looking for fun, free, and engaging activities for all ages? The South Central Regional Library (7300 Jefferson Blvd) has a variety of programs designed to bring our community together through learning, creativity, and connection.
Monster's Are The Worst - Alex Willans Reads His Newest Book
Join children’s author and illustrator Alex Willan for his newest installment in The Worst! series, When Gilbert the Goblin and his pal Chicken go camping together, they run into creatures that go bump in the night!
Presented by Carmichael's Bookstore at the South Central Regional Library, October 25th, 2 - 4 PM. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
This is a free event, but space is limited, so registration is requested. Registration will close on October 25th at 2 PM. You can register by clicking here.
Teen Volunteer Board - October 17th
The Volunteer Teen Board earns volunteer hours for school by helping around at the library on specific days. The next session is October 17th, 2 - 4 PM. Ask any staff member to get started or call (502) 964-3515. First-timers should bring a completed application that is signed by a parent or guardian. The session is at the South Central Regional Library is at 7300 Jefferson Blvd.
Let's Play with Food! - Homeschool STEAM Club - October 19th
Calling all homeschool families! The Homeschool STEAM Club invites elementary-aged children, ages 6-12 and their families to join in a fun afternoon of hands-on learning and exploration. Let's Play With Food starts at 2 PM October 19th, at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd.
Held on the third Monday of each month, the Homeschool STEAM Club features engaging demonstrations and activity stations centered around a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) theme each session. 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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