 Just because school isn’t in
session for many of our youth doesn’t mean that we have to disregard engaging,
quality, and FREE learning opportunities:
Cultural Pass:
Children and students can visit some of the region’s greatest cultural
organizations for free this summer, thanks to the creation of the new Cultural
Pass for Children that was suggested during the Vision Louisville initiative.
The pass allows general admission access to one child and chaperon (if the
child is under 16). Only one visit per pass per institution will be allowed.
Special exhibits and programs are not included with the pass. Children and
parents can pick up a pass (a punch card) from their local Louisville Free
Public Library branch or Metro Parks Community Center starting June 9. The pass
is good through August 13.
Teen Summer Reading: This
initiative through the Louisville Free Public Library rewards teens from 6th
– 12th grade just for reading! Youth can simply pick up a Teen Summer
Reading form (or download it here), read 6 books, eBooks,
magazines, or graphic novels and do 1 activity listed between June 1 and August
9. When youth return the card to any public library location by August 9 and
get great prizes from free martial arts classes to a Wendy’s frosty. This
program gives prizes just for doing something we already love to do—reading! Be
sure to tell all the youth you know about this free opportunity.
Volunteer: Results at this volunteer search
engine site show there are plenty of opportunities
for youth to volunteer in Louisville. Volunteering through Brightside
Louisville can help youth foster leadership skills by allowing them to plan
their own neighborhood cleanup at any time, for which Brightside can
supplement free cleaning supplies! Animal House also enjoys youth volunteers,
who can share the responsibility of socializing cats and walking dogs. The
next Animal House volunteer orientation is July 10, from 6 – 7 pm, at 3516
Newburg rd.
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A 0.8 mile segment of the
Louisville Loop in southwest Louisville to be closed intermittently for
approximately 30 months. Beginning Monday, July 21, MSD’s Bells Lane sewer facility
construction project will necessitate the temporary closure and detour of a 0.8
mile segment of the Louisville Loop pedestrian/bike trail. The trail will be
closed from Camp Ground, north to Algonquin Parkway. (Map attached to advisory)
The first closure is expected to begin on or about Monday, July 21 and is
projected to last approximately 8 weeks. Signs will be posted at each end
of the closed segment as well as along the 1.8 mile detour route.
For more info call Erika Nelson at 456-3253. Click the link to view the Loop Closure Map 75.jpg.
You can learn valuable life-saving skills at an upcoming seminar at the Sun Valley Community Center. Taught by trained pre-medical students, the "Start the Heart" Foundation will be conducting a 30-minute hands on class teaching the proper way to administer emergency CPR techniques.
Participants will review emergency response procedures, learn when to call 911, practice hand-only CPR on dummies, and learn about a heart healthy lifestyle.
WHEN: Monday, July 14, half-hour classes at 11:00am, 1:00pm & 6:00pm
WHERE: Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Road
Those interested in participating in the class should RSVP by calling 937-8802.
 Get outdoors for some fresh air
and excercise this weekend at Jefferson Memorial Forest. This weekend you
can...
- Take part in the Trail Team Project Day at the Forest. Help trail volunteers perform vital services to maintain the safety of our wonderful trail system. Activities vary but may include using hand tools to address erosion issues, clip overhanging limbs or encroaching shrubs, or trail structure repair. Closed-toe shoes are required. Activities are suitable for ages 14 and up, with parental supervision required until age 18. Meet at the Welcome Center
Visit the Jefferson Memorial Forest website for more
information about these or other Forest events.
 On Monday evening, you're invited to take part in a public gathering at the
top of Iroquois Park to learn more about the Northern Overlook Restoration Project. You will learn more about overlook area, envision design
considerations, and take a walking tour to various site plan
scenarios. The gate to Uppill Road will open at 6:30pm. The meeting will break
off into groups to explore the terrain. Parking is available along Toppill
Road. Accommodations will be made for individuals with limited
mobility. Portable restrooms and water will be provided. For further
information contact the Olmsted Parks Conservancy at www.olmstedparks.org, or call 502-456-8125.
WHEN: Monday, July 14, 7-8:30pm
WHERE: Iroquois Park, meet at Sullivan Grove (See map)
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 Councilman
Blackwell has teamed up with the Louisville Bats to provide tickets to
deserving groups in our community for selected Bats games. Metro Council Monday
tickets are available to non-profit organizations, charitable groups, and
volunteer organizations working to improve the community.
If your organization is
interested in receiving tickets for one of the selected Metro Council Monday
Bats home games, contact Kate McGuire in the Bats office via e-mail at kmcguire@batsbaseball.com.
Please reference your Metro Council District, the name of your organization and
the number of tickets being requested when contacting the Bats office.
Thank you for playing a vital role in our community and Go Bats!
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application to keep up to date with Crime Reports and trends for your
neighborhood.
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