Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window.
Trash for Cash is a state program that helps ensure roadways around Louisville are kept clean while raising money for local community-serving non-profits!
If you are a 501(c)3 non-profit, we will work with you to find a roadway that needs attention--and in return for each mile cleaned, the non-profit will earn $100!
You can find your local Community Ministry by going to www.LouisvilleMinistries.org and clicking on the Find My Ministry tab. Come and donate for their "Food Drive" on September 5th from 4-6 P.M.
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Join WAVE 3’s Dawne Gee and A Recipe to End Hunger for our second annual Together Fest at the Ice House September 8th, supporting the Association of Community Ministries. Dance to Caribou and the Crashers, enjoy light bites, a cash bar, silent auction, and an exclusive VIP rooftop tasting experience. Sponsored by Isaacs and Isaacs and the Ice House. You can get your tickets at https://tinyurl.com/TogetherFestTickets
Join the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging for the 14th annual Markesbery Symposium on Aging and Dementia, Community Session, to be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm ET/7:00am-11am CT. Clinicians and researchers from Rush University, the University of California Davis, and the University of Kentucky will come together to share current findings, trends and the latest updates on dementia, particularly as related to Alzheimer’s disease and healthy brain aging. This is a hybrid event—in person at The Campbell House, Lexington, KY and via Zoom.
The Louisville Zoo’s ever-popular Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is celebrating 43 years of merry, not scary fun! Tickets go on sale today at noon and are available at www.louisvillezoo.org". This beloved event is a Louisville tradition and will begin early this year starting Sept. 28 and running through Oct. 27 (Thursday – Sunday nights).
Tickets are all-inclusive and include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.
Children and adults are invited to dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event.
Boo at the Zoo turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life. There will be music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags, but reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop for $2 (while supplies last).
Tickets:
Tickets for Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer are $13.50 for all non-members 3 and older and $7 for all members 3 and older. Children 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket.
Members and guests can purchase tickets online at louisvillezoo.org/boo, with their chosen date and arrival time. Ticket capacity is limited each night with popular nights expected to sell out quickly.
A limited number of Meijer “anytime tickets” can be purchased at participating Meijer stores for $11.50 starting September 20, 2024. Visit louisvillezoo.org/boo for a list of stores.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is a rain or shine event.
Sponsors:
Boo at the Zoo is presented by Meijer and sponsored by Great Clips, Norton Children’s, PNC Grow Up Great and UPS. With additional support provided by Councilman Pat Mulvihill & District 10 residents, Ky Saves 529, Nu Yale and USA Image.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer provides critical support every year to the Zoo’s animal care programs, visitor experience and conservation education.
Event Hours: On Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer event days:
The Zoo will close early for regular daytime visitors. Gates will close at 3 p.m. with guests being allowed to visit until 4 p.m.
The party starts at 5 p.m. and Halloween guests will enter the Zoo at their ticketed time until 9 p.m. At 10 p.m., the trick-or-treat route will close, and all guests must exit the Zoo.
Animals: While you may catch a glimpse of some of our animals, most of the Zoo’s animal ambassadors will not be viewable in the evenings so they can rest and maintain their regular schedules.
September marks National Preparedness Month, the annual campaign to remind residents that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep them, their families, and their communities safe.
“While talking about possible emergencies or disasters isn’t easy, take time this month to sit down with family, friends and co-workers to have a conversation about being prepared and the steps to get ready and stay safe,” said Jody Meiman, Executive Director of Louisville Metro Emergency Services. “
By taking simple steps, like starting a conversation, residents can build their preparedness at their own pace:
Set aside a time when everyone is calm and relaxed.
It may help to hold the discussions over a set time period, so decisions aren’t rushed, and people feel more comfortable talking about the topic.
Talk about steps taken to prepare and encourage others to ask questions about preparedness actions that might work for them.
To help residents prepare for emergencies and disasters ahead of time, Meiman offers the following tips:
Make a plan
Whether it’s at home or work, develop an emergency plan involving each person so you’ll know how and where to meet, how to contact each other and what to do in different situations, and include instructions on how to safely turn off electricity, gas and water.
Stock up on emergency items
Gather enough essentials for at least 72 hours and include items such as necessary medicines, water, nonperishable food, a manual can opener, a flashlight, first aid items, spare clothing, phone chargers, battery-operated radio and extra batteries.
Make a kit now — before an emergency
Store stock-piled emergency supplies in one location, preferably in air-tight storage. Evacuations may happen at a moment’s notice, so it’s important to have all items prepared. Make sure each member of the household or work location knows where the emergency preparedness kit will be stored.
Take your emergency planning on the go
Whether short- or long-distance traveling, it’s always a good idea to make a similar preparedness kit to store in a vehicle. Include items like jumper cables, flashlights, extra batteries, first aid items, necessary medicines, nonperishable food, water, battery-operated radio, cell phone chargers, ice scraper, spare clothing, flares and blankets.
Stay informed
Residents can stay informed of emergency situations in their area by signing up for LENSAlert, the Louisville Emergency Notification System. Residents can also create a safety profile through Smart911 to make first responders aware of important information that can help Police, Fire and EMS respond quickly in an emergency.
Emergency Services, along with other agencies, will partner with the Louisville Free Public Library to offer Emergency Preparedness Week, a week of educational workshops to teach residents how to prepare, protect, and recover from unexpected emergencies. Workshops will be held Monday, September 9 – Saturday, September 14 at the Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, (502) 574-1795.
Residents and media can find additional preparedness tips at www.Ready.gov, an official website of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Pet Supply is excited to announce a new partnership with Metro Animal Services (MAS), designed to increase pet adoption rates and improve animal welfare across the community. Starting in August, MAS will establish satellite adoption centers within Feeders Pet Supply stores on Preston Highway, Hikes Point, and Valley Station. A dedicated satellite dog adoption center will also open in mid-August at the Valley Station location.
This collaborative effort aims to make pet adoption more accessible and convenient for Louisville residents. By integrating MAS adoption services within Feeders Pet Supply’s popular store locations, prospective pet owners can meet and adopt cats and dogs while shopping for their pet care needs.
“Our mission at Feeders Pet Supply has always been to support and enhance the lives of pets and their families,” said Brannon Dixon, CEO of Feeders Pet Supply. “By working with MAS, we are making it easier for animals in need to find forever homes and for our customers to make a meaningful difference in their lives.”
Adam Hamilton, Interim Director of MAS, echoed this excitement: “This partnership with Feeders Pet Supply represents a significant step forward in our mission to connect animals with loving homes. We are grateful for Feeders Pet Supply’s commitment and support, which will help us expand our reach and provide more opportunities for pet adoptions. Together, we hope to make a lasting impact on our community and the lives of countless animals.”
The satellite adoption centers will feature a selection of cats and dogs for adoption. The Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, will still offer regular adoption events and educational resources to the community.
Feeders Pet Supply and MAS invite all pet lovers to visit the adoption centers, explore the wonderful pets available for adoption, and support this meaningful initiative.
Louisville Metro Animal Services (MAS) is the only open intake shelter in Jefferson County. Serving as an authority for public safety and the humane treatment of animals, MAS provides a wide range of services including adoption, foster, and volunteer programs, animal care and control enforcement, and collaborative efforts with local partners around our city. MAS strives to create a safer and more compassionate environment for all residents, human and animal alike.
The Louisville Audubon Society asks for your help in protecting birds during peak Fall migration – September to the end of October – simply by turning off all non-essential lights from 11:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Because most birds migrate at night, orienting themselves in darkness to navigate by the moon and stars, bright lights from city glow attracts and disorients them and increases their vulnerability to collisions with buildings or exposure to additional daytime hazards later. An estimated 1 billion birds die annually from building collisions. You can help dramatically reduce the hazards from light pollution for nocturnally migrating birds by turning off all non-essential lighting. To learn more visit lightsoutlouisville.org
Bring your resume and come on down to the Louisville Metro Government Career Fair, coming up Tuesday, Sept, 10, at Louisville Slugger Field 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. There are more than 140 positions available across 25 agencies. Free parking is available and job applications will be accepted on site. Metro jobs are stable and offer great benefits! Click here to check out the openings.
Employment with Louisville Parks and Recreation is a great opportunity to connect with nature and the community! We have employment opportunities throughout each division (aquatics, recreation, golf, community engagement, Jefferson Memorial forest) for both full-time and part-time positions. Visit bestparksever.com for more information on employment opportunities!
