 Ready to clear out unwanted items and recycle responsibly? Join us for our next Pop-Up Drop-Off event on Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3515 Newburg Rd.
Bulky plastic collection is back! We will once again be accepting bulky plastic items at this event. This is a great opportunity to recycle larger plastic items that aren't allowed through curbside recycling programs.
We're also excited to continue our partnership with Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, which will be onsite collecting donations of gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Donating usable items helps extend their life while supporting Goodwill's mission of strengthening our community through education, employment, and career services.
Please don't arrive early! While we appreciate everyone's enthusiasm, we strongly recommend not arriving before the event begins at 10 a.m. This location does not have room for vehicles to wait, and you will not be allowed to turn into the event until 10 a.m. Arriving during the event hours helps keep the process safe and efficient for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you at 3515 Newburg Rd. on October 17 and helping you recycle, donate, and dispose of items responsibly. Together, we can reduce waste, increase recycling, and keep usable items out of the landfill.
 CycLOUvia returns to Bardstown Road on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 2 to 6 p.m., turning a familiar street into a place to play, explore and connect.
The stretch from Grinstead Drive to Douglass Loop will welcome people walking, biking, rolling, skating and dancing. Hosted by the Louisville Metro Department of Transportation, this free event is open to all ages and abilities.
Bring your neighbors and make an afternoon of it. Visit a local shop, grab a bite to eat or enjoy the Highlands at a slower pace. At 2:30 p.m., gather near Carmichael’s Bookstore on Longest Avenue for a new brand unveiling celebrating the Highlands and its local businesses.
If you’re driving nearby, plan ahead. Bardstown Road will be closed to vehicle traffic from Grinstead Drive to Douglass Loop from 2 to 6 p.m. Drivers should use alternate routes, follow posted traffic controls and allow extra travel time.
Eastern Parkway will remain open to cross traffic. Whether you’re attending the event or passing through, watch for others and follow traffic directions at the crossing.
Come for a stroll, stay for the neighborhood fun and discover what makes Bardstown Road a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon!
 We’re celebrating! 🎉 The Presley Post, a locally owned workspace and business ecosystem, has officially relocated to a nearly 4000 square foot headquarters on Museum Row in Downtown Louisville, expanding its capacity to support entrepreneurs, professionals, founders, and organizations with modern business infrastructure.
The new facility features private executive offices, coworking areas, conference and training rooms, a production studio, flexible event space, and an expansive interior mural and works by local artist Marlesha Sara, creating a distinctive environment where business, creativity, and culture intersect.
This expansion also marks our five-year milestone, and we invite you to join us for our Community Open House on Thursday October 22 from 5:30-7:30PM at 635 W. Main Street, Suite 200. Experience the new space firsthand, connect with members and local business owners, and learn about our membership, workspace solutions, and opportunities to become part of our Founding 100.
We’re proud of the business community and ecosystem we’re building in Downtown Louisville. Whether you’re looking for a place to work, meet, create, connect or simply want to celebrate this next chapter with us, we welcome you to attend. Refreshments provided. Free and open to the community. RSVP HERE.
 The Louisville Metro Department of Transportation (LouDOT) announced the final design for the Barret Avenue redesign project, incorporating community feedback gathered through a public open house and survey earlier this year.
“Our goal is to make Barret Avenue a safer, more connected corridor for everyone who lives, works and spends time there,” said Wes Sydnor, executive director of Louisville Metro Public Works. “Our team received more than 2,000 survey responses, listened to the community and took that feedback into consideration as we developed the final design. I want to thank everyone who took the time to make their voice heard and help shape the future of Barret Avenue.”
The redesign covers Barret Avenue from Rufer Avenue to East Broadway and is intended to improve safety and accessibility for people walking, biking, driving and visiting businesses along the corridor.
The final design will:
- Add a two-way bike facility along the west side of Barret Avenue between East Broadway and East Breckinridge Street.
- Retain on-street parking between Rufer Avenue and E. Breckinridge Street. Parking spaces will be clearly marked.
- Remove existing peak-hour parking restrictions.
- Add a high-visibility crosswalk at Highland Avenue.
- Reconfigure the northbound approach to Broadway by combining the left-turn lane and through/right-turn lane.
The redesign will also restripe portions of Barret Avenue from four travel lanes to two.
Work is set to begin this week on the repaving and restriping project. Crews are expected to begin Thursday, Sept. 24, with work anticipated to be completed by November, weather permitting. Paving is temperature-dependent, and the paving season typically ends as colder temperatures arrive.
View the full announcement here.
 Louisville Parks and Recreation and Olmsted Parks Conservancy are seeking public input as we refresh the Master Plan for the Big Rock area of Cherokee Park.
This planning process will bring together the original historic vision for Big Rock with the community's current needs and ideas to create a balanced plan that respects the area's historic and environmental significance while addressing challenges, exploring new opportunities, and ensuring Big Rock remains a place Louisvillians can enjoy for years to come.
Please take a moment to complete the attached survey and share with the community.
The attached flyer includes information about upcoming opportunities for residents to learn more about the project, provide feedback in person, and take the online survey. Events include community outreach opportunities through October, as well as public meetings in November and December. More information about the project can be found here.
Thank you for helping us ensure community voices are represented in shaping the future of this important area of Cherokee Park.
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Clifton will soon welcome a new attraction when The Dot Experience opens Friday, Oct. 30, at the American Printing House (APH).
The Dot Experience brings APH’s history of innovation and education to life through interactive, tactile-first multisensory experiences. APH also worked with people with a range of disabilities, including DeafBlind and neurodivergent people, wheelchair users and guide dog users, to shape the experience. This group tested everything from braille placement and exhibit height to lighting, flooring, acoustics and navigation, helping APH design an experience that welcomes people with different ways of seeing, hearing, moving, processing and experiencing the world.
The Dot Experience tells the story of the lived experiences, contributions and impact of real people. Visitors can explore how thoughtful design creates greater access and opportunity through braille, tactile elements, visual descriptions, ASL, captioning and other features integrated throughout the experience. These features provide all visitors the freedom to explore independently.
At its core, The Dot Experience challenges assumptions, changes perspectives about blindness and encourages visitors to think differently about what’s possible. It builds on APH’s long history of collaboration and innovation while looking toward a future where people of all abilities can learn, work, live and participate fully in their communities.
The Dot Experience will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1839 Frankfort Ave.
Visit The Dot Experience website to learn more and purchase tickets.
 Image description: Four people inside The Dot Experience lobby. On the left, a man is in a motorized wheelchair and a young woman and her guide dog approach the counter. There is a person sitting behind the counter and a person standing in front of the counter.
 Leave your leaves This fall, consider taking a break from raking and leaf blowing. Fallen leaves provide valuable overwintering habitat for many insects, including important pollinators. Removing or mulching leaves can destroy beneficial insect larvae and eliminate critical habitat. If you'd prefer a tidier yard, rake or blow leaves into a pile around the base of a tree and leave them there through the season.
Interested in learning more about the benefits of "leaving the leaves" and native yard-friendly landscaping practices? Visit Wild Ones Louisville for resources and information.
Keep leaves out of the street 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 3 through December 5, operating Tuesday through Saturday.
Please note: Sites will be closed November 26-28 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 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- 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 Ave. 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. 🍂
TARC began replacing the old signs with the new ones in May of this year. However, the more permanent stop amenities like shelters and benches that were no longer being served could not begin the process of relocating until the network launched and those stops were no longer being used. TARC is actively in the process of moving these fixtures to existing service areas to continue improving the experience of passengers on the new network. This process should be completed in the next few months.
As a reminder: The New TARC Network reduced the number of stops on the street that TARC served from 3,341 to 1,430 (a reduction of 1,911 stops). Whereas the old network had a stop almost every block, the new network consolidated to one stop every three blocks to help with on-time performance and service efficiency.
Benches and shelters that are in the process of being relocated should all have a red flyer stating the location is no longer an active TARC bus stop and is in the process of being relocated. If you see a bench or shelter that is no longer a stop and does not have a flyer attached to it, please reach out to us at 502.585.1234 or info@ridetarc.org.
The Louisville Metro Office of Planning announced the launch of a comprehensive update to modernize the Land Development Code (LDC). The LDC is the set of regulations designed to ensure future growth and development in Jefferson County and is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of Plan 2040.
In 2025, the Office of Planning received federal funding, creating the opportunity to comprehensively update the LDC. The update aligns the LDC with city-wide needs and best practices. It will also make the LDC and supporting processes easier for residents, property owners, and businesses to navigate by improving organization, clarity, and consistency. Since 2020, the Office of Planning has been updating the LDC to address Louisville’s future needs and this is the latest step in that process.
“The Land Development Code affects nearly every development project in Louisville, from new homes and businesses to parks and neighborhood improvements,” said Brian Davis, Director of the Office of Planning. “This update gives us the opportunity to create clearer regulations, improve the development process, and ensure the code meets Louisville’s needs now and into the future.”
The update process is planned to last about 2.5 years and includes three rounds of community-wide public engagement, which begins in Fall 2026. Community members may provide input by:
- Attending public meetings;
- Participating in neighborhood walking tours;
- Attending one-on-one office hours, or;
- Submitting comments online.
Residents can learn more about the project, sign up for project updates, and see future engagement opportunities by visiting the LDC Project website.
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 The Office for Women Ambassadors is a six-month training program for women and gender diverse individuals who represent the diverse communities across Metro Louisville. Through the program, participants will develop and hone their leadership skills, learn about issues impacting women, and explore government and community programs available to women. The OFW Ambassadors will serve as community liaisons, sharing out information about vital community services and communicating back to government about the needs of women in their communities. Applications will be accepted until Nov. 1, 2026.
Apply here: OFW Ambassadors Leadership Training Program 2027
 OVP's flagship event of the year, our Violence Reduction Summit on November 6 from 9 am - 4:30 pm at the Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center.
It's an entire day devoted to working together to create real change in our city. There will be panels, a keynote speaker, and breakout sessions. We'll have a continental breakfast and a box lunch as well!
You can find out more information here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-violence-prevention/2026-violence-reduction-summit
You can also register for this FREE event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/louisvilles-2026-violence-reduction-summit-tickets-2000300733340?aff=oddtdtcreator
Please save the date for our fourth Quarterly Community Meeting, taking place in the West End:
- Date: Monday, November 9, 2026 — Doors open at 5:30 PM; Program from 6:00 to 8:00 PM • Location: Republic Bank Foundation YMCA — 1720 W. Broadway, second-floor meeting room, Louisville, KY 40203 • Parking is available in the YMCA lot, with additional parking at 17th and Broadway. TARC stops are in front of and beside the building. • Light refreshments will be available starting at 5:30 PM. • Spanish-language interpretation and ASL interpretation will be available.
Effective Law Enforcement for All (ELEFA) will share an update on the Independent Monitor’s work under Louisville’s Community Commitment since September. Then we want to hear from you: your questions, your experiences, and what you think we should be paying attention to as this work continues.
 Tree Week celebrates the roles trees play in our lives through creative, informative, and fun-filled activities and events for people of all ages, hosted by local organizations, businesses, and individuals. From October 9th-18th over 50 events will take place across Jefferson County including; Tree ID hikes, giveaways, workshops, nature based arts and crafts, yoga in the park, tree trivia, and more!
To learn more or register your very own tree event visit https://treeslouisville.org/tree-week-home-page
 Join us for the 10th Anniversary Louisville Earth Walk on Saturday October 24, 2026 from 10am to 12pm at Seneca Park. This family friendly community event features a non-competitive2K walk celebrating our planet and supporting a future where every neighborhood has clean air, safe water, and healthy soil.
Enjoy fun activities including a crochet flower photo wall upcycled costume contest, free caricatures, prizes, and more. Proceeds help support local organizations working to protect the environment and improve quality of life across Louisville.
Attendance is free, or you can support the event by registering as an individual walker or joining a team. Donations can be made at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/KY/Louisville/LouisvilleEarthWalk
UCHM is seeking a volunteer to manage the Food Pantry check-in process on Thursdays from 1:00–4:00 p.m. This volunteer will help pantry visitors check in and schedule their next appointments. Ideal volunteers should be comfortable using an online check-in system and able to multitask.
We are also looking for additional volunteers to help visitors shop, create a welcoming and friendly environment, and provide support throughout the shopping process. Afternoon volunteer shifts are available Monday through Thursday from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Prefer to work behind the scenes? Morning volunteers are needed from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. to help stock and organize fresh produce, bread, canned goods, and other donated items.
 Want to know when paving, road closures or transportation projects are happening in your area? Louisville Metro Public Works and the Louisville Metro Department of Transportation (LouDOT) are launching a new notification service to help residents stay informed.
Residents can sign up to receive email or text alerts about:
- Paving projects
- LouDOT-managed road closures
- Road and transportation improvement projects
- Snow and weather-related updates
- Public meetings
- Other important transportation information
Signing up is easy.
- Visit www.louisvilleky.gov and navigate to the Public Works homepage.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page, where you’ll find the alert sign-up.
- Enter your address to identify your Metro Council district, then select your district and sign up to receive email or text notifications.
This is a new service, and we’re currently building our subscriber list. Sign up now to be among the first to receive Public Works updates when alerts begin!
SIGN UP HERE
The Department of Codes & Regulations recently launched new public-facing dashboards to give residents a clearer look at the work happening across the city. These dashboards make it easier to quickly find helpful information, including whether a property is scheduled for inspection, whether a home has a permit for construction work, or whether a vacant property is scheduled for cutting and cleaning.
Each dashboard webpage includes navigation tips, page descriptions, and definitions to help residents better understand the information available. Explore the dashboards here and see how Codes & Regulations is working every day to support safer, cleaner, and stronger neighborhoods.
Louisville Metro repaves streets each year to preserve roadway conditions, extend the life of existing pavement, and provide safer, smoother travel for everyone. Regular paving helps prevent more costly repairs in the future and protects the City’s infrastructure investment.
To see which streets are currently scheduled for paving, visit the "Paving" page at louisvilleky.gov. Please note that all listed projects are weather permitting and subject to change.
To the Adjoining Property Owners, Neighborhood Group Representatives expressing interest in this area and Metro Councilperson for the 9th District
A Conditional Use Permit application for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at the address below was filed with the department of Louisville Metro Office of Planning on 8/10/2025
ADDRESS: 136 N Birchwood Ave Louisville KY 40217
CASE NO: 25-CUPPA-0164
CASE MANAGER: Jude Mattingly
CASE MANAGER EMAIL: jude.mattingly@louisvilleky.gov
COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9
APPLICANT: Isaiah Dietrich
In accordance with the procedures of Louisville Metro Office of Planning, we have been directed to invite you to discuss this proposal before a formal application can be filed. This will be an informal meeting to give you the opportunity to review the proposed plan and discuss the proposal with the applicant or its representative. We encourage you to attend this meeting and to share your thoughts. This meeting will be held in addition to the established public meeting procedures of the Planning Commission and/or the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
The meeting to discuss this application will be held on:
DATE: October 22nd @ 6PM
LOCATION: Stardust 2219 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
Isaiah Dietrich is the primary point of contact for any questions or comments. Any questions or comments received will be incorporated into the meeting record. The contact information is below:
Name: Isaiah Dietrich
Email: kyrichdiet@gmail.com
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Ad Date: 10/08/2026
30-Day Protest
Deadline Date: 11/07/2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
MIKI'S KARAOKE LLC, 2230 Frankfort Ave Louisville, KY 40206, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a Quota Retail Drink License with extended hours (12AM to 2AM) NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage Drink License with extended hours (12AM to 2AM) license(s) no later than October 5, 2026. The business to be licensed will be located at 2230 Frankfort Ave Louisville, Kentucky 40206 doing business as MIKI'S KARAOKE BAR. The Members are as follows: Mikyong Miller, LLC owner 321 Piatt Place #102 Louisville, KY 40223. 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 2026 LSBN0610503
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 Jasmine Presley or call 574-1297.
Computer Tune Up & Repair
At the St. Matthews Eline Library (small conference room). A 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 2 persons making a reservation. 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 desktops. If participants are bringing a laptop, please bring your battery charger.
UCHM Community Events
UCHM’s 2026 Trunk or Treat and Community Resource Fair
Friday, October 23 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. United Crescent Hill Ministries
Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an evening of Trunk or Treat, community resources, activities, and more! Come dressed in your favorite costume, enjoy some Halloween fun, collect plenty of treats, and connect with local organizations serving our community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Are you a community partner interested in hosting a table at the event? Visit uchmlouky.org for more information or contact our office at (502) 893-0346.
Sit ‘n Stitch
Crescent Hill Library – Meeting Room
Saturday, October 17 | 2:00-3:30pm
Drop in and craft with your community! Share space with your peers while creating your next masterpiece. Take home crafts available or bring personal projects, ALL are welcome! Meet new faces or bring a friend. Tea and coffee available.
Family Movie Night
St Matthews Library – Large Meeting Room
Thursday, October 22 | 5:45-7:30pm
Join us for Family Movie Night with a movie and a craft. This month, celebrate el Dia de los Muertos and discover how far friends will go for love in The Book of Life. Fuzzy blankets and pajamas are encouraged. Room opens @ 5:45 pm; movie starts @ 6:00 pm
Trunk or Treat
Mary T Meagher Aquatic Center
Saturday, October 24 | 3-5pm
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