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As part of District 4’s efforts to support the community and ensure the success of local initiatives, we request that the Neighborhood Development Fund (NDF) Application, along with all necessary documentation, be submitted to the District 4 office at least 90 days before the scheduled event. This will ensure there is ample time for review, approval, and coordination of resources.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and your dedication to the success of community-driven events in District 4
Please click here for more information about the NDF Application process.
Should you require any assistance or have questions about the submission process, please feel free to contact Taylore Bass at Taylore.Bass@louisvilleky.gov
 California Day is almost here — and we’re coming in numbers to make an impact!
Join us on California Day for a day of unity, resources, youth activities, a basketball tournament, live entertainment, free food, and powerful community engagement. This year’s celebration is extra special, with major announcements and new initiatives where your input is critical.
Let’s show up strong, together. When we come in numbers, we make lasting change.
 For more than 50 years, the Belvedere has been Louisville’s front porch. It has hosted concerts, festivals, and events with breathtaking views of the Ohio River and historic bridges, all within walking distance of downtown’s attractions. Now, the City is reimagining this iconic space for the next generation.
In 2024, award-winning design firm Heatherwick Studios was enlisted to help envision a Belvedere that is modern, vibrant, and truly one-of-a-kind. Their goal is to transform the Belvedere into a world-class destination that reflects Louisville’s spirit while connecting people to the riverfront. The new design will blend beauty with function, creating a place where residents and visitors alike can gather, dine, shop, relax, and experience the heart of our city.
To ensure the community has a voice in this transformation, the project team is hosting five listening sessions. These meetings will provide updates on the site’s opportunities and challenges, outline the timeline and scope of the project, and offer space for residents to share feedback and ask questions.
 The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here. To watch Metro Council Meetings live on YouTube, you can visit the LouisvilleMetroTV channel by clicking here,
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live-streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902
 LIHEAP Summer Cooling is for all eligible households for home cooling costs. Subsidy benefits can be applied as a credit on your utility account. The one-time benefit amount is determined by your housing category, fuel type, and income level.
Who is Eligible?
- Jefferson County Residents who are within 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
- Applicants must be responsible for home energy utility costs or pay energy costs if utilities are included as an undesignated portion of rent
How to Schedule an Appointment
- call 502.991.8391 or visit online HERE
- After scheduling an appointment, please be sure to bring all required documentation on the day, time and location of your appointment
 The 23rd annual WorldFest, Louisvilleʼs premier international festival, attracts more than 150,000 attendees over the four-day Labor Day weekend. WorldFest celebrates and showcases the international cultures and communities that make up the city of Louisville and neighboring areas. WorldFest is free to attend and open to all ages, featuring entertainment stages, Parade of Cultures, Global Village, and more!
What to Expect:
- Three entertainment stages showcasing international, national, regional and local performers all weekend long.
- Nearly 150 International vendors featuring international arts, merchandise, food, and beverages.
- A Global Village highlighting cultures and customs from all over the world.
- A World of Information that informs citizens about services for our international residents.
- A Children’s International Activity Zone to learn about cultures and customs, arts, crafts, and more.
- A Parade of Cultures with nearly 1,000 participants celebrating all the diverse cultures in Louisville.
- A Naturalization Ceremony pronouncing more than 300 new Americans to Louisville as new citizens: This event will take place Friday, August 29, 2025 1:00 p.m., at Muhammad Ali Center, 6th floor.
Interested in getting involved? Email Blair at Blair@JWagnerGroup.com
For vendor/volunteer opportunities, please email Dorian at Dorian@JWagnerGroup.com
 The Housing Futures project will help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independently.
The project will identify more housing choices for families in Kentucky, focusing on:
Affordability: Finding resources to keep costs manageable. Accessibility: Making sure homes are easy to enter and move around in.
Usability: Ensuring homes meet people’s needs. Now seeking participants from across Kentucky!
Contact HousingFutures@uky.edu to schedule a consult
 Calling all future leaders!
Are you 16-17 and ready to step up, grow your skills, and make a real difference? The Teen Leadership & Mentoring Program is looking for motivated teens to serve in community centers across Louisville!
- Build leadership skills
- Strengthen work habits
- Boost your critical thinking
- Make an impact in YOUR community
This is more than just a program. It's your chance to lead, learn, and leave a mark. Spots are limited, so don't wait!
Apply here: https://ow.ly/bMcM50WyLrg
Deadline: August 28th
Let's build Louisville's next generation of leaders together!
 Local Anti-Violence Coalitions meet monthly in the Russell, Shawnee, Smoketown, Newburg, Parkhill, Portland, Taylor-Berry, Algonquin, and St. Dennis neighborhoods.
 FREE adult skate lessons are being offered at California Community Center every Tuesday from August 19 to September 23.
Bring your own skates and be ready for a good time on the gym floor!
 Beyond the Bridge is a powerful documentary exploring real solutions to homelessness. The film follows a cross-country journey to uncover how communities can tackle homelessness with housing and supportive services and how two major cities proved it can be done.
Join us for this impactful event featuring a screening, post-film discussion, and ways to get involved in the movement for change.
Reserve your ticket at louhomeless.org/beyond.
 West on Wednesday: Blak Koffee II
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | arrive anytime 12PM-2PM
Blak Koffee II - 2820 West Broadway, located in the Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center
Register Here
Join us for West on Wednesday at Blak Koffee II on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 anytime from 12PM and 2PM. Tickets are $15 and include a boxed lunch and drink. Don't miss this opportunity to network, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and support local entrepreneurship at Blak Koffee’s new location within the Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center. Let's come together to celebrate the businesses that make our community thrive.
Be part of LIBA West's movement by registering here! 100% of the profits go directly to the business.
 
 Calling All Small Business Owners!
Bring your lunch and join us for the Small Business Workshop Series – a free, interactive learning experience designed to connect you with the tools, resources, and support available through the Small Business Administration of KY!
Workshop Dates:
SBA Overview – 9/10/2025
Are You Lender Ready? – 10/08/2025
Government Certification & Procurement – 11/12/2025
Workshop Times:
Wednesdays | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Business Intelligence Center
1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd, Suite 129, Louisville, KY 40203
Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow, this series will help you navigate funding, certifications, and SBA resources. Water and snacks provided!
All sessions led by an SBA Kentucky District Office Representative
RSVP, here.
 August 30th | 5-9pm | Alberta O. Jones Park
Live artists and DJ's (many from West Louisville) vendors, grassroots organizations and a free community BBQ hosted by Black Leadership Action Coalition of Kentucky.
 Louisville Grows’ Fall Seeds & Starts Sale
This one-day event is the perfect opportunity for gardeners to stock up on high-quality, cool-season plant starts - from leafy greens to root vegetables and herbs - just in time for fall planting.
Event Details:
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Louisville Grows Greenhouse, 1641 Portland Ave, Louisville, KY 40203
What: Nutritious, high-quality plant starts perfect for cool-season gardening.
 MMY US is bringing innovative housing solutions to Louisville.
The company provides developers with efficient, high-quality modular apartments designed for urban infill sites. Last year, MMY US announced it would open its first U.S. modular housing manufacturing facility in Louisville’s Parkland neighborhood, creating 73 new jobs.
As Kentucky’s first sole modular manufacturer, MMY US is pioneering a new era of construction, delivering modular homes in just 16 weeks, five times faster than traditional building methods. This investment represents a significant step forward for housing innovation and economic growth in the city.
You are invited to join MMY US on Thursday, August 29 at 10 a.m. at 1344 Beech Street, Louisville, KY 40211 for their Open House. Visitors can meet the team, tour the facility, and apply on-site for available trades positions
 Are you interested in volunteering?
Louisville Metro Government has more than 70 boards and commissions - everything from the board of the Louisville Water Company to Metro Parks to the Louisville Planning Commission. We are always in search of citizens willing to serve on boards. Most boards are voluntary-based and are not paid but the reward of serving pays big dividends to our community.
To complete an application, please visit:
Boards and Commissions - List
 The Richmond Ribbon Cutting
Join us as we celebrate the opening of this 15-unit affordable housing complex honoring the late Benjamin K. Richmond, founder of ReBOUND, Inc. and the longest-serving President & CEO of the Louisville Urban League.
Tuesday, August 26 | 10 AM
1622 W Market St., Louisville, KY 40203
RSVP, here!
 Our comprehensive Resource Guide– created and maintained by Allison Woosley of the Metro Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens – is an 84-page living document that provides a wealth of information about a wide array of community resources in and around Louisville.
This all-encompassing document includes valuable information about a wide array of community resources in and around Louisville, and it’s recently been updated for 2025!
CLICK HERE FOR THE RESOURCE GUIDE!
“It was originally meant for older adults, but it’s also good for providers, caregivers, or anyone who lives in the city,” says Woosley. “It really lets people know that there’s a lot more out there than you think.”
If you don’t see your organization listed in the resource guide, this link allows you to enter your information to be listed in the next edition.
 Building Safer Neighborhoods Together
The Louisville Metro Police Department invites community members to participate in the Citizens Police Academy, a 12-week program designed to strengthen understanding and partnership between residents and LMPD.
Classes are held Thursday evenings from 6–8 p.m., rotating locations across Metro so participants can get to know different LMPD facilities. Neighborhood leaders and engaged residents are especially encouraged to join, as the program equips participants to be effective partners in keeping communities safe.
Attendees will learn directly from officers and subject matter experts on topics such as criminal law, use of force, crime scene processing, narcotics investigations, special operations, community relations, and more. The academy also includes hands-on experiences like a live demonstration at LMPD Headquarters, firearms simulation training, and optional ride-alongs with patrol officers.
The session concludes with a graduation ceremony and the opportunity to join the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association.
Spots are limited to 30 participants per session. Apply early at lmpd.gov/CitizensPoliceAcademy or call 502-574-8698for more information
 Join us for the 5th Anniversary of OuR Home: Russell Homecoming Weekend Thursday, September 18 - Sunday, September 21! Join us for a 4-day celebration of the past, present, and future of Russell through arts, music, food, dance, fellowship and more!
Events include Russell neighborhood art tour, Block Party, Brunch & Business, and more!
If your organization or business would like to table at the Block Party happening Saturday, September 20 you can sign up here.
 Our office and others continue to receive calls about student drop-off/pick-up traffic issues at JCPS schools.
LMPD is currently and continuously hiring for Traffic Guards for JCPS schools/school crossings to assist with these issues. The Louisville Metro Police Department take their responsibility for the safety of students, pedestrians and drivers, throughout Metro, very serious.
Currently, they are below the authorized staffing strength and do not have enough Traffic Guards to cover all the school intersections, that have a need for traffic control.
If you or anyone you know might be interested in applying, please scan the QR code below or contact Amanda Carpenter at 574-7016 or "amanda.carpenter@louisvilleky.gov" and start the process.
 We are excited to welcome a brand-new event to Waterfront Park: Wag N' Watch, a paws-itively good time on the TurfMutt Great Lawn on Saturday, September 6. Enjoy a free evening of fun starting at 7:00 p.m. with local food truck favorites, a full bar, and pet-focused vendors. The animated hit, The Secret Life of Pets, will start at sunset (approximately 8:30 p.m.).
Whether you have a dog (or dogs) or just love being around them, sniff out a good spot on the lawn and don’t miss this unique dog-friendly event. |
