SPOTLIGHT: ST. JOSEPH’S ORPHANS’ PICNIC
2823 Frankfort Ave., Saturday, August 14, 12 p.m.–midnight, free. The 160th St. Joseph’s Orphan’s Picnic offers games, raffles (prizes include a new car), and food and beverage vendors. The St. Joseph’s Orphan Picnic draws more than 60,000 people each year. All the money raised goes to the St. Joseph Children’s Home, an orphanage that was founded in 1849, a year before the first picnic. The entrance to the event is off Brownsboro Road and parking is free. For more information, call (502) 893-0241 or visit http://www.sjkids.org/(Crescent Hill)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1
FARMER’S MARKET & MULTICULTURAL BAZAAR Jewish Family and Career Services, 2821 Klempner Way, every Sunday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., free. Each week, this bazaar offers imported and handmade goods from local refugees who are participating in various programs at the JFCS. The products include Nigerian purses, Cuban jewelry, and environmentally friendly T-shirts. For more information, call (502) 452-6341. (Seneca Gardens) TOM OWEN BIKE TOURMetro Council President Tom Owen is continuing his bike tour of the 8th District. His itinerary includes: Highland-Douglass (Aug. 1); Deer Park (Aug. 8), Bonnycastle (Aug. 15); Original Highlands (Aug. 20); and Cherokee Triangle (Aug. 29). The tour, which began in July, will continue into September. For more information, or to schedule a stop, call (502) 574-1108. (Highlands)
HYR AND HCM REGISTRATION The Highlands Youth Recreation League (HYR) and Highlands Community Ministries (HCM) are accepting registration for fall activities. Visit www.hyrsports.com to register children for fall soccer. HCM is offering classes on various subjects, including oil painting, tai chi, knitting, stained glass, intermediate watercolor, beginning ballroom for couples, yoga, and a support group for mothers of preschoolers. For more information, visit www.hcmlou.org. To register, call (502) 451-3695. (Highlands)
MONDAY, AUGUST 2
SPOTLIGHT: MOVIES AT IROQUOIS AMPHITHEATER
1080 Amphitheater Road, Mondays and some Saturdays, 8 p.m., free. Local cinemaphiles have found a new home at the Iroquois Amphitheater, which has been screening movies weekly throughout the summer. The amphitheater’s August schedule includes a mix of modern crowd pleasers and classic films: “Anchorman-The Legend of Ron Burgundy” (Aug. 2); “Sherlock Holmes” (Aug. 9); “Shrek 3” (Aug. 14); “North By Northwest” (Aug. 16); “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” (August 23); and “Mystery Science Theater 3000” (Aug. 30). For more information, call (502) 368-5865 or visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroParks/IroquoisAmphitheater/schedule.htm. (Iroquois)
JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., free. Join Yumi Nagaki to experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This program shows you the preparation, ceremony and tasting, and allows time for questions. Ages 12-19. Sign up required. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
HEALTH INFORMATION SOURCES Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 7 p.m., free. Improve your health literacy with knowledge of the basics. Call (502) 574-1672 (Highlands)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
FORECLOSURE CLASS Legal Aid Society, 416 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., 11 a.m., free. Attorneys will be on hand to answer questions about foreclosures and provide advice on alternatives. Legal Aid will also offer other clinics throughout the month. Subjects include bankruptcy, small claims and divorce. A reservation is required for each clinic. Call (502) 584-1254 to make your reservation or to find out more about other upcoming clinics. (Downtown)
4-H CONTAINER GARDENING Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., free. The Jefferson County Cooperative Extension will show you how to remove plants from flats, arrange in containers by color and size, and how to care for them. Call 502-574-1795. (Bon Air)
INTERNET BASICS Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 9 a.m., free. Registration is required. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
INTRO TO THE ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 2 p.m., free. For the first time ever, The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will be held outside of Europe ... in Lexington, Ky. Learn about the games and the various competitions under this world-famous event. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
STRIKE A POSE: TEEN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 2:30 p.m., free. Learn about portrait photography by posing for portraits and taking portraits using an SLR camera during this workshop. After each workshop, attendees will have a turn behind (and in front of) the camera, will download the photos together and help each other choose the best photos from the day to be displayed in an online exhibit. Ages 12-19. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill) FAMILY STORYTIME Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 7 p.m., free. Ages 3-8. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4
PRE-WALKER STORYTIME Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
WALKER STORYTIME Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
TODDLER STORYTIME Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place; Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue; Highland/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road. Held every Wednesday at 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795 (Bon Air); (502) 574-1793 (Crescent Hill); (502) 574-1672 (Highlands)
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place; Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue. Held every Wednesday at 11:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795 (Bon Air); (502) 574-1793 (Crescent Hill)
STORYTELLING BY GEORGE Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 2:30 p.m., free. Explore George’s world of high-energy, interactive storytelling! He combines audience participation, compelling narratives, and a unique, dramatic style into one exciting program. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5
THE 14th ANNUAL ART FOR THE ANIMALS Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, 6 p.m.–9 p.m., $75. Art for the Animals is a fundraiser for the Shamrock Pet Foundation, Inc. This black and white ball will feature a live art auction, wine and bourbon tasting, raffle prizes, and music by pianist Robbie Bartlett. For more information, call (502) 473-7287 or www.shamrockpets.com/afta. (Clifton)
41st STREET ROD NATIONALS PLUS Kentucky Exposition Center, times vary, $5-$14, free for children under 5. More than 11,000 of the finest examples of street rods will be on display at the Street Rod National Plus, Aug. 5-8. This year, the event is open to any vehicle 30 years old or older. There will be a tradeshow with more than 325 manufacturers and dealers, complemented by an arts & crafts area and vintage parts swap meet. The Southeast Tourism Society picked this festival as one of its Top 20 Summer/Fall Events. For more information, visit www.nsra-use.com. (Downtown)
ADULT TALKING BOOK DISCUSSION Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 7 p.m., free. Join in a discussion on “The Men Who Stare at Goats,” by John Bronson. Books are available from NLS and the branch circulation desk. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
BABY STORYTIME FOR WALKERS Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, every Thursday, 10 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1672 (Highlands)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6
“ANNIE” AT MUSIC THEATRE LOUISVILLE The Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St., 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., $25. The Music Theatre of Louisville presents a production of “Annie,” the story of a spunky Depression-era orphan who is determined to find her parents, but finds a new family with a billionaire instead. The show continues through August 15. For more information, call (502) 584-7777 or visit www.musictheatrelouisville.com. (Downtown)
FIRST FRIDAY TROLLEY HOP Downtown Art Zone, Main & Market streets, 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., free. This monthly event showcases the art galleries on East Market and other parts of downtown. Park the car and ride the trolley to various locations to enjoy the exhibits. For additional information, (502) 583-1671 or www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com. (Nulu)
KENTUCKY ART CAR DINNER Lynn’s Paradise Cafe, 984 Barret Ave., time TBA. Art car artists from around the country will converge on Louisville, August 5-7, for the 9th Annual Kentucky Art Car Weekend. Most events take place near the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft on West Main Street, where the cars will be on display. But Highlands’ residents can catch the cars in the parking lot of Lynn’s Paradise when the artists break bread for the Kentucky Art Car Dinner. For more information, or dinner reservations, call (502) 583-3447. (Highlands)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7
THE LATIN FAMILY FESTIVAL Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, noon-4 p.m., free with zoo admission. The Latin Family Festival will feature a meet and greet with Diego from Nickelodeon’s popular children’s show “Go, Diego, Go!” on Saturday and Sunday. Visitors can join Diego in celebrating the richness of Latin culture. There will be music and dance performances at the zoo throughout the weekend. For more information, call (502) (502) 238-5348 or visit www.louisvillezoo.org/events/diego.htm. (Audubon Park)
CAROLYN YOUNG HISEL B. Deemer Gallery, 2650 Frankfort Ave., 10 a.m., free. The B. Deemer Gallery will present an exhibition of works by Carolyn Young Hisel. The Lexington native’s paintings have won various awards, including a Museum Purchase Award from the Owensboro Mid-States Competition and an Al Smith Fellowship Award from the Kentucky Art Council. For more information, (502) 896-6687. (Clifton)
KATIE HERZIG, MATTHEW PERRYMAN JONES WITH LARKIN POE The 930 Art Center, 930 Mary St., 7:30 p.m., $12 advance and $15 day of show. Musicians Katie Herzig and Matthew Perryman will co-headline a show at the art center. Larkin Poe will open. For more information, call (502) 635-2554 or visit www.the930.org. (Germantown)
ART CAR PARADE Frankfort Avenue, 1:30 p.m., free. Art car artists from around the country will converge on Louisville, August 5-7, for the 9th Annual Kentucky Art Car Weekend. They will show off their creations with a parade down Frankfort Avenue, followed by a meet and greet with the artists at the Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave. For more information, contact the Kentucky Museum of Arts and Craft at (502) 589-0154 or visit www.kentuckyartcarweekend.com/kyartcar2.html. (Crescent Hill)
GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS YARD SALE 1843 Alfresco Place, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. The following items will be on sale: household items, jewelry, accessories, books, tools, furniture, toys, holiday decorations and much more. All proceeds will go to support scholarships for students in the Governor’s Schools for the Arts. Every year, GSA selects 225 students from all over Kentucky to participate in an intense three-week arts program at Transylvania University with some of Kentucky’s finest artists-in-residence. (Highlands)
SUMMER READING FINALE FOR PRESCHOOLERS Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 11 a.m., free. For kids 5 and under. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
SUMMER READING FINALE FOR SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 11 a.m., free. For kids 5 and up. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
SUMMER READING FINALE WITH MR. MOUSTACHE Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 2 p.m., free. Be entertained by the truly extraordinary Mr. Moustache and his Magic Show. All Ages. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10
E-MAIL BASICS Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 9 a.m., free. Registration is required. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
JOB SEARCHING FOR BEGINNING COMPUTER USERS Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 9:15 a.m., free. Registration is required; class size is limited. This class is for adults with very limited computer experience. It is a brief basic introduction to searching and applying for a job online. The class covers: computer access, common problems with online applications, helpful job search websites, and classes available to upgrade skills. Class is also offered on August 24 at the same time. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11
WALKING WEDNESDAYS Crescent Hill Gatehouse & Reservoir, Reservoir Ave., off Frankfort Ave., every Wednesday through September, from 10 a.m.-noon and 6 p.m.-8 p.m., free. Walking Wednesdays commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Louisville Water Company. The Crescent Hill Gatehouse is an 1879 Gothic building that still contains the original valves used to control the flow of water. Visitors can listen to a brief historical overview and see historic photos and original drawings of the facility on display. Then they may enjoy a healthy walk and self-guided tour around the reservoir. Adults and children over 8 years old are welcome. Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more and if wheelchair accessibility is needed. Call (502) 569-3600 (ext. 2151) for reservations. (Crescent Hill)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 12
BARDSTOWN ROAD AGLOW POSTER CONTEST RECEPTION The Highlands Arts Studio, 1220 Bardstown Road, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., free. The Highland Commerce Guild is hosting a reception to announce the winner of its poster contest for the Four Roses Bourbon 25th Anniversary of Bardstown Road Aglow, which takes place on December 4. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Event info: Nick Morris, (502) 587-8273. (Highlands)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13
POINT BREAK LIVE! The Alley Theater, 1205 E. Washington St., Ste. 120, 8 p.m., $15-$20. Art Sanctuary and The Alley Theater present “Point Break LIVE!” The play is an absurdist adaptation of the 1991 extreme-sports movie starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze. On top of the challenge of bringing monster-wave surfing, skydiving and bank shoot outs to the live stage, “Point Break LIVE!” ups the ante by casting Keanu Reeves from the audience every night. The show runs through September 10. For more information, call (502) 741-8893 or visit www.thealleytheater.org. (Butchertown)
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! St. Joseph Children’s Home, 2823 Frankfort Avenue, 5 p.m.-10 p.m., free. This celebration, like the St. Joseph’s Orphan Picnic, is another fundraiser for the children’s home. It will feature family fun and entertainment. For additional information, call (502) 893-0241, or visit http://www.sjkids.org (Crescent Hill)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
A FAMILY PLAY: FURRY TALES WITH A TWIST The Alley Theater, 1205 E. Washington St., Ste. 120, 1 p.m., $12. The Dragonfly Theatre and the Alley Theater present a play for children 5 and older. Jennifer Hickok DeFratis’ “A Family Play” follows the adventures of two bumbling actors trying desperately to present a few of the world’s most beloved fairy tales. Unfortunately, their script becomes seriously scrambled. The play will also be presented on August 21 at 1 p.m. For more information, (502) 713-6178 or http://www.thealleytheter.com. (Butchertown)
WAKY RADIO ROCK ‘N ROLL REUNION Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, noon-8 p.m., free with zoo admission. The WAKY Rock ‘N Roll Reunion is a trip back in time as the best of the ‘60s and ‘70s Louisville Rock ‘N Roll bands get together for one huge concert in the zoo’s Oasis Field. The reunion brings together the Butch Kaufman Band, Sherry Edwards and the Embers, the Epics, Cosmo and the Counts, the Doo Wop All Stars (George Poole, Lynn Cline, Alan Watson, Johnny Hourigan, Bill Simmitt and Eddie Humphries), Crushed Velvet, Paul Penny with the Carnations and Trendells, and Soul Inc. For more information, call (502) 238-5348 or visit www.louisvillezoo.org. (Audubon Park)
EDISON EXTRAVAGANZA Whitehall House and Gardens, 3110 Lexington Road, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., $50. Louisville Bedding is sponsoring this fundraiser for the Thomas Edison House at 729 E. Washington Street. The evening will feature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a live auction. Cocktail or maritime attire is required. For more information, call (502) 585-5247 or visit www.edisonhouse.org. (Crescent Hill)
ONLINE JOB SEARCHING Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m., free. Snacks and a little book banter for teens 11 to 19. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 11 a.m., free. Join in a discussion of the book “Innocents Abroad,” by Mark Twain. Books are available at the branch circulation desk. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15
CINDERELLA Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, Ind., 11:15 a.m., $32. Highlands Community Ministries is taking a group to Derby Dinner Playhouse’s version of “Cinderella.” The bus leaves from Highlands Court, 1720 Richmond Drive, at 11:15 a.m. Register at (502) 451-3695. (Southern Indiana)
MONDAY, AUGUST 16
MAYOR’S COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS Central High School, 1130 W. Chestnut St., 6:30 p.m. Mayor Jerry Abramson holds regular public meetings to give citizens a chance to talk with him in person and to express their views and concerns. For more information, call (502) 574-5000 or visit www.louisvilleky.gov/neighborhoods. (Downtown)
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 2 p.m., free. Join in a discussion of “True Compass,” by Edward M. Kennedy. Call (502) 574-1672 (Highlands)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 17
DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE MEETING St Paul United Methodist Church, Bardstown Road and Douglass Blvd., 7:30 p.m., free. Barbara Hope Shannon, a certified personal fitness trainer, will be the guest speaker. Shannon will share tips on combating depression and anxiety through exercise and nutrition. For more information, call Mike Kuhl, DBSA president, at (502) 635-6142, or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)
PEACE & QUIET PARTY FOR ADULTS Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., free. It’s back to school day! Moms and Dads, once you drop the kids off at school, stop by the library for some coffee and conversation, and check out the latest new books. Sponsored by Bon Air Friends of the Library. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18
RESUME WRITING WORKSHOPBon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 19
SPOTLIGHT: THE 106th KENTUCKY STATE FAIR
The Kentucky Exposition Center, August 19–29, 9 a.m.–10 p.m., $6 (adults), $2 (children and senior citizens). August brings another edition of the Kentucky State Fair: elephant ears, cotton candy, concerts, and lots of rides. This year’s entertainment includes Sugarland, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, MC Hammer, Tim McGraw, and Jackyl. For more information, call (502) 367-5002 or visit www.kystatefair.org.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21
FAMILY STORYTIME Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 11 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 24
INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY DATABASES Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 9 a.m., free. Registration is required. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 27
BIRDS AND BEES BASH The Seelbach Hotel, 500 S. 4th St., 7 p.m.-11 p.m., $75-$100. Planned Parenthood of Kentucky (PPKY) is hosting its annual “Birds and Bees Bash.” The fundraiser will feature a sit-down dinner and dancing, live music, a silent auction and more! All proceeds from the event support PPKY education programs and workshops. Tickets can be purchased by calling (502) 584-2471 (ext. 1236) or visiting www.ppky.org. (Downtown)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28
BREW AT THE ZOO Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 4 p.m-9 p.m., $30–$75. Come enjoy unique brews from dozens of local and regional breweries, as well as a selection of locally produced wines. While enjoying these fabulous drinks, taste samples of delicious specialties from local restaurants. Bring your lawn chairs and lounge on the lawn while listening to the ‘70s and ‘80s inspired tunes of 100% Poly. A selection of non-alcoholic products and water will also be provided. For more information, call (502) 238-5348 or visit http://www.louisvillezoo.org/. (Audubon Park)
BIG OL’ BACKYARD BBQ Home of the Innocents, 1100 E. Market St., 5:30 p.m., $30–$50. This Home of the Innocents fundraiser will feature live music by The Remedy, along with hayrides, inflatables, cornhole, face painting, balloons, arts & crafts and playground fun. For more information, (502) 596-1025 or www.homeoftheinoocents.org. (Butchertown)
STEVEN YEE The American Printing House for the Blind (APH), 1839 Frankfort Avenue, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., free. The Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind will host a performance by award-winning pianist Steven Yee. This event is part of APH’s “Bards and Storytellers” annual arts, folklore and performance series, which celebrates the historical traditions of entertainers with vision loss. Space is limited, so make reservations by August 26. Call (502) 899-2365, or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register. Visit www.aph.org/museum for more information. (Clifton)
INTERNET BASICS Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)
ACT STRATEGIES & TIPS/LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 a.m., free. Do your best on the ACT! This session concentrates on making the best choices on all sections of the exam. Learn stress-reducing techniques to reduce test anxiety. Sign up is required. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)
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