District 13 Grapevine: November 19th eNewsletter

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DISTRICT 13 WEEKLY NEWS AND UPDATES

Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch

Serving with professionalism, purpose and pride

November 19, 2012

Vicki Welch

Vicki Aubrey Welch

601 W Jefferson Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Phone: 502.574.1113
Fax: 502.574.4422



Kevin Triplett

Legislative Assistant

Phone: 502.574.3458


Melissa Paris

Administrative Assistant

Phone: 502.574.3151

Metro Council Redistricting is Complete!



Key Community Contacts:

Dare to Care Food Bank
Blessed Teresa 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month -   10AM-12NOON
Phone:  363-9929

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Derby City Eagles Club

Fish Fry every Friday, 5:30-8PM; Karaoke 8pm-Midnight, 201 Outer Loop; Open to the public

Phone: 363-2241

 

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Fairdale Lions Club
Fish Fry every 2nd Friday of the month, 11:00am-7:00pm.
Phone:  368-3479


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Map Crime and sign up for crime alerts from LMPD!

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving

I hope you and your family have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! District 13 Offices will be closed November 22nd-23rd for the holidays and will reopen Monday, November 26th.  


Grasshoppers Thanksgiving Donation Drive

Grasshoppers Distribution, in partnership with Seed Capital Kentucky, the Yum! Foundation, Heine Brothers and generous Grasshoppers customers is inviting our community to donate fresh free-range turkeys raised on regional farms, plus other sustainable holiday food staples, through The Center for Women and Families, Family Scholar House, Neighborhood House, Portland Promise Center, The Salvation Army and the Shawnee Arts & Cultural Center. Now through Tuesday at midnight donations can be made online as well as in person at Grasshoppers’ 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Market today and Tuesday from 10:00am to 6:00pm at 1501 Portland Avenue. For more information on Grasshoppers, visit www.grasshoppersdistribution.com


Shop at Two Chicks and Company for ElderServe!

Two Chicks & Company

ElderServe and Two Chicks & Company invite you to a special day of holiday shopping Sunday, November 25th 1:00-5:00pm. There will be great gifts, jewelry, holiday décor, purses, accessories and much more! 15% of all sales on this special shopping day will support Team ElderServe! Team ElderServe is a group of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters working together with the Derby Festival 2013 Marathon & MiniMarathon to raise funds and awareness of the needs of our community’s older adults. Two Chicks & Company is located at 12121 Shelbyville Road in Middletown. Visit www.twochicksandcompany.com for more information.


LG&E WeCare Program

LG&E We Care

As we enter the winter months, you may be interested in participating in the WeCare program offered by LGE/KU Energy Efficiency Department for income eligible customers. Call the Energy Efficiency Program information line at 1-800-356-5467 or visit their website at www.lge-ku.com/savingenergy. If you qualify for the WeCare program you could receive possible measures like:

  • Attic and wall insulation
  • Air and duct sealing and insulation
  • Heating and central air conditioning tune-ups
  • Energy-efficient refrigerator replacements
  • Energy-efficient window air conditioner replacements
  • Programmable thermostats
  • Water heater insulating jackets
  • Energy-efficient water aerators
  • CFL bulbs

eLearning Center @ The Valley Needs Volunteers!

Can you spare a couple hours a week to assist students in their studies? High school and college students can receive service hours tutoring and providing homework assistance from now through April. Elementary tutors are needed Tuesdays or Thursdays (9621 Dixie Hwy, 40272) from 4:30pm-6:00pm and Middle School tutors are needed Mondays at Frost Middle School (13700 Sandray Bouldevard, 40272) from 2:30pm-4:00pm. Curriculum is provided and tutoring will follow the JCPS school calendar. If interested, please contact Michele McGaha: call or text 502-295-6359 or email michelemcgahamk@gmail.com