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The 12th Annual Back-to-School Block Party is scheduled for Friday, September 9th from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, 201 Reservoir Avenue. Volunteers are needed to help set-up the event on Thursday (09/08), work booths and break-down after the event on Friday (09/09). FREE pizza, refreshments and fun is provided. If you are interested in volunteering please contact the office at 574-1109 or email kyle.ethridge@louisvilleky.gov by Friday, September 2nd.
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Last Thursday, July 28th, the Billy Goat Hill Community Garden welcomed “The Electric Goat” to their pasture during a press conference with me, Mayor Fischer, Mercy Sacred Heart Village Representatives, Hustler Equipment and So. Indiana Equipment representatives. The Electric Goat is the latest in green technology; it’s clean, quiet and the first all electric zero turn lawn mower to be used in Louisville. The board members of the Billy Goat Hill Community Garden (BGHCG) approached me several months ago requesting Neighborhood Development Funds (NDF) to purchase a riding lawn mower for the garden and Mercy Sacred Heart Village. I worked with APCD and BGHCG folks to come up with a greener solution. Phase two is to purchase a small solar panel to charge the battery and REALLY be green! To check out the MetroTV video of the press conference please click here.
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An investment group planning a multi-million dollar renovation of Main Street’s historic Whiskey Row has officially taken ownership of the properties. The group, led by Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown, closed last Friday, July 29th, on the purchase of these
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buildings that it plans to renovate into a mixed-use development.
The group purchased four buildings from former owner Todd Blue. Blue donated a fifth building to the Louisville Downtown Development Corporation which, in turn, contributed it to the investment group. The investment group, which was created by the Downtown Development Corp. and includes the Brown-Forman Corp and several civic-minded partners who wish to remain anonymous, paid $4.85 million for the properties. The city has agreed to help stabilize the decaying buildings by investing $100,000 for every $1 million invested by the investment group, up to $1.5 million. “The planning has already begun and actual work on the stabilization will start soon,” Wilson said.
Join Louisville Metro Mayor Greg Fischer and Louisville Water President & CEO Greg Heitzman as they mark 15 years of Louisville Pure Tap - a campaign that promotes the quality, innovation and value of a product that connects the community. The celebration is scheduled from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Historic Louisville Water Tower, 3005 River Road. Mayor Fischer’s remarks will begin at 5:30 pm. RSVP by August 8th to publicinfo@lwcky.com.
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Breaking New Grounds has bulk compost for sale! Get it before the worms do— compost is great for mid-season side-dressing in the garden, topping off containers, and preparing beds for fall plantings!
- $15/ barrel full (up to 55 gallons) unsifted + sales tax
- $22/barrel full sifted, +sales tax
Call Amanda at 356-2216 to make arrangements. If you want larger quantities they may be able to accommodate—inquire about pricing. Worms for sale too $3/pint or $5/quart - generally self serve at their "worm bar."
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It is with the deepest and most sincere sorrow that we acknowledge the passing of Ann Hassett, the first Director of Louisville’s Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission. Long after she left metro government and up to the very end, she was a staunch preservationist and a worthy partner in the many battles to preserve Louisville’s historic treasures. An avid rower, Ann was a woman of many interests--possessing a most positive and indomitable spirit. We have lost a cherished friend. Preservation has lost a champion. (Martina N Kunnecke)
Thursday, August 4: Kentucky Museum of Arts and Crafts will kick-off their 10th anniversary with a drive-in movie at the Waterfront Wharf, next to Joe’s Crab Shack. The films will include a collage of short art car films as well as a sneak preview of the nationally released documentary, “Art Car: The Movie.”
Thursday, August 4: Crescent Hill Community Council meeting at 7:30 pm at the Peterson-Dumesnil House, 201 S Peterson Avenue.
Friday, August 5: Kentucky Museum of Arts and Crafts will continue the celebration of the 10th Anniversary at 9:00 am – art cars from around the country will arrive and park along the 700 and 800 blocks of West Main STreet. The cars will be on display through the First Friday Trolley Hop that evening. At 9:00 pm the cars will embark on a cruise through Downtown Louisville to Lynn’s Paradise Cafe where they will also be on display.
Friday, August 5: Irish Hill neighbors will meet and collectively walk down to the First Friday Trolley Hop on Market Street to spread neighborhood cheer! Plan to meet at 5:30 pm in front of Baxter Station and at 6:00 pm the group will walk to Market Street. So, come meet your neighbors and enjoy a leisurely walk down to the Market Street activities and have FUN!
Friday, August 5: Pride of Kentuckaiana Chorus Trivia Night at the Clifton Center, 2117 Payne Street. Pizza dinner at 6:30 pm and trivia at 7:30 pm. Cost of trivia only is $15, dinner and trivial is $25. You must reserve a table. Please call 368-7664 or visit www.prideofkentuckychorus.org.
Saturday, August 6: Breaking New Grounds Volunteer Days in August! Join cheerful crew to help out with gardening, worm wrangling, compost sifting, planting, re-planting, watering, and whatever needs doing. No experience necessary and young people are welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult. Snacks & drinks are always provided! Volunteer on Saturday August 6 or 13 from 9:00 am – Noon.
Saturday, August 6: Senior Care Experts Shred Day from 9:30 - 11:30 am at 145 Theirman Lane, next to Walmart off Shelbyville Road in St. Matthews. $5.00 donation per carload. Provided by A+ Paper Shredding. For more information call 896-2316 or email b.ricketts@srcareexperts.org. See flyer at bottom of email.
Saturday, August 6: Summer Braille Workshop for kids at the Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Avenue, from 10:00 am – Noon. Participants will be inspired by the story of Louis Braille, who was only twelve years old when he began work on the system of reading and writing that changed the lives of blind people all over the world. You’ll also learn the basics of Louis’s alphabet and practice writing on a braille slate and a braillewriter. Advanced students will learn more about braille contractions and whole word signs, as well as how to write music and do math with braille. Admission is free, but registration is required. To register call 899-2213 or email to kcarpenter@aph.org by August 5 to register.
Saturday, August 6: Kentucky Museum of Arts and Crafts art car parade at 2:30 pm beginning on Ewing along Frankfort Avenue to St. Marks.
Sunday, August 7: Volare’s Restaurant 7 year anniversary event. To thank their supporters for 7 years they are offering $7 appetizers, desserts, martinis, cocktails and glasses of wine, 7 days a week for 7 weeks beginning August 7th. Volare is located at 2300 Frankfort Avenue. For more information call 894-4446.
Monday, August 8: FREE movie night at Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road. Enjoy Inception – rated PG-13 – at 8:00 pm. For more information call 368-5865 or visit www.iroquoisamphitheater.com.
Wednesday, August 10: Louisville Water Company Celebrates 15 years of Louisville Pure Tap. Join Mayor Greg Fischer and LWC President/CEO Greg Heitzman as they mark 15 years of a campaign that promotes the quality, innovation and value of a product that connects the community from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at 3005 River Road. RSVP to publicinfo@lwcky.com.
Thursday, August 11: Carmichael’s Bookstore, 2720 Frankfort Avenue, will host Kentucky native, Bobbie Ann Mason, to read from her new book, Girl in the Blue Beret. For more information call 896-6950.
Friday, August 12: Friday Night Live at St. Josephs Children’s Home, 2823 Frankfort Avenue, from 5:00 – 10:00 pm. Enjoy a free concert by the Midlife Crisis Band and the Epics. The concert, along with adult gaming and food, will kick off the annual fundraiser.
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