Community Calendar for January 2011

KALIGHTOSCOPE ATTRACTION

KaLightoscope is held in a pavilion on Belvedere Park, between the Galt House and the Kentucky Center, viewings every half-hour starting at 9 a.m., $17.95. KaLightoscope is a landscape of larger-than-life lighted holiday sculptures never before seen in the U. S.  Inspired by ancient Chinese art, each sculpture is colorful silk materials lit from within and towering up to 22 feet. This spectacular event lasts until Jan. 3. Tickets available at the Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., (502) 562-0100 or at www.kalightoscope.com. (Downtown)

 

BABY STORYTIME FOR WALKERS

Every Monday. For children up to age 2 with a parent/caregiver. Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 10:15 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

5TH ANNUAL BOOKWORM CHALLENGE

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, all day throughout the month, free. How book savvy are you? Test your literary and library knowledge by taking part in the 5th Annual Bookworm Challenge. Pick up a copy at the Bon Air branch and complete it by Monday the 31st. Prizes for the top winners! For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd., 6 p.m.-9 p.m.  The Douglass Community Center is offering Wheelchair Basketball every Monday throughout 2011. A beginners session is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The session for advanced players is 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Adapted Leisure Activities offers a wide range of recreational activities for individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities, along with their friends and families. For more information, call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

WEATHER ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Increase your understanding of weather phenomena and forecasting. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

INTERNET BASICS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

BON AIR KNITTERS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., free. Bring your own needles and polish your skills with Judy A. & the Bon Air Knitters. All skill levels are welcome every Tuesday. All ages. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

EMPOWERMENT OVER PAIN

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., free. Arleen Carr, M. Ed., will talk about the mind-body connection as related to overcoming pain or fatigue. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

SELF PUBLISHING SEMINAR FOR WRITERS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., free. To a writer, self-publishing is an incredibly powerful and alluring concept. Learn the ins and outs of the self-publishing world with Peggy DeKay, local author. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

BIRTHDAY BASH

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. If you have a birthday this year, celebrate with stories and songs. Ages 3-8. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

TODDLER STORYTIME

Every Wednesday. For children ages 2 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1793; Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Call (502) 574-1672. (Various)

 

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Every Thursday, 11:15 a.m., free. For children ages 2 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place. Call (502) 574-1795; Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave. Call (502) 574-1793. (Various)

 

SNOWMAN CUPCAKES

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., free. Build a tiny snowman and eat him up. Call to register.  Ages 5-12. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

TEA PARTY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., free. Care for a spot of tea and marmalade? Ages 8 and up. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

BABY STORYTIME FOR WALKERS AND PRE-WALKERS

Every Thursday. For children up to age 2 with a parent/caregiver. Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 9:30 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795; Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1672. (Various) 

 

TODDLER STORYTIME

Every Thursday. For children ages 2 to 3 with a parent/caregiver. Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Every Thursday. For children ages 2 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 11:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

TALKING BOOK DISCUSSION

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Discuss “Breathing Lessons” by Anne Tyler. Talking books available from NLS upon request. Open to the public. Books available at branch circulation desk. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

E-MAIL BASICS

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 9 a.m., free. Class is also offered Jan. 21. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

INTRO TO WORD

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

FIRST FRIDAY TROLLEY HOP

Downtown Art Zone, Main and 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, call (502) 583-1671 or visit www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com. (Nulu)

 

COMPUTER BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

GET INTO THE JIGZONE

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Puzzled as to what to do today? Come to the library for some jigsaw puzzle fun and refreshments. For all ages. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., free. Discuss “Flatland” by Edwin Abbott. Books available at branch circulation desk. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

POOH PARTY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., free. Join Pooh and friends for a tea party. Ages 3-8. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

MARY INGALLS CELEBRATION

American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Ave., 10 a.m.-Noon, free. In honor of National Braille Literacy Month, the American Printing House for the Blind is celebrating the birthday of Mary Ingalls. Ingalls, the older sister of children’s author Laura Ingalls Wilder, was left blind after having scarlet fever when she was 14. As a young teen, Laura was her sister’s “eyes,” describing everything she saw around her. But what happened to Mary when she and Laura grew up? Come to the Museum to explore the sounds and smells, the textures and tastes, of Mary’s world. Learn all about her life and take a look at some of the books from her library. Sing along with some of Pa’s fiddle tunes, weave a beaded bracelet (the same as those Mary made for her sisters), and have some birthday cake made from Ma’s recipe. Come in costume and participate in our Ingalls Family Look-Alike Contest. Space is limited, so registration is required. Call (502) 899-2213 by January 6 to register. For all ages. (Clifton)

 

WONDERFUL WINGS OPEN HOUSE

Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 9 a.m.-Noon, $10 per family. Celebrate National Bird Day by learning about birds in the wild, as well as those in gilded cages! The festivities include bird hikes, bird blind activities, presentations, crafts and more! For more information, call (502) 458-1328 or visit www.louisvillenaturecenter.org. (Audubon Park)

 

BEACH BASH

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Ave., 7 p.m.-9 p.m., free. Adapted Leisure Activities offers a wide range of recreational activities for individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities, along with their friends and families. For more information, call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

POWER SOCCER

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Ave., 1 p.m.-3 p.m., free. This event is also offered on Jan. 29. For more information, call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

LIVERPOOL CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., 8 p.m., $30-$72. A trip to Liverpool brings us to the biggest band of all time – The Beatles. Imagine “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section and you’ve got the Classical Mystery Tour. Hear your favorite Beatles’ songs performed by original cast members of the Broadway sensation Beatlemania who look, sound and play like John, Paul, George and Ringo. Presented by the Louisville Orchestra. (Downtown)

 

A CITY DIVIDED LECTURE

St. Matthews City Hall, 3940 Grandview Ave., 2 p.m., free. The Beargrass-St. Matthews Historical Society presents “A City Divided,” a lecture by noted Kentucky historian Dr. John Kleber. The talk will take attendees back to mid-19th century Louisville and the conflicting views of well-known leaders George Prentice, Walter Haldeman and James Guthrie. Kleber will explore the ways personal views and politics have a profound influence on a city’s future. For more information, call (502) 897-2423. (St. Matthews)

 

E-MAIL BASICS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

BEGINNERS TAI CHI

Douglass Boulevard Christian Church, 2005 Douglass Blvd., 1:30 p.m., free for seniors 60 and over, $2 per class for people under 60. Highlands Community Ministries is offering an eight-week Beginners Tai Chi Class (16 classes total).  The classes will  take place at the Douglass Boulevard Christian Church every Tuesday and Thursday. To register, call HCM Senior Services at (502) 459-0132. (Highlands)

 

FAMILY STORYTIME

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. This event also takes place Jan. 25. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

COFFEE TALK BOOK CLUB

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Ave., 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., cost is the price of the book.  The Douglass Community Center is sponsoring a book club every Tuesday throughout 2011. It is open to ages 18 and over. For more information, call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

FAMILY GENEALOGY: ANCESTRY.COM

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Betty Stokes discusses various aspects of exploring family genealogy. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST SPECTACULAR

Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, 7 p.m., $21.50-$51.50. The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular is a concert celebrating the music of Elvis Presley era by era. The concert begins with the early Rockabilly years, and covers the military years, the movie years, the ‘68 comeback special in black leather, then closes with the Las Vegas concert years. Tickets available at the Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., (502) 562-0100. (Downtown)

 

Galt House Hotel, 140 N. 4th St., $35. The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) presents its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast Celebration.  The money raised at the breakfast helps the local chapter of the NCNW provide educational and informational opportunities for young girls ages 13-18. For more information, contact Linda Thomas, (502) 744-3895 or Eleanor Forman, (502) 776-7364. (Downtown)

 

PRIDE INC. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MOTORCADE

Pride Inc. sponsors an annual motorcade and rally to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The motorcade route begins at the Kroger on 28th St. and Broadway and continues to West Chestnut Baptist Church, 1725 W. Chestnut. Lineup for the motorcade is at noon and the motorcade start time is 1 p.m. For more information, contact Pride Inc. at (502) 778-6169. (Downtown)

 

INTERNET BASICS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

PLANNING LIFE AS YOU AGE

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., free. Shari Polur, J.D., discusses the four areas that one should consider and act upon to stay independent, healthy and organized as you age. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

PAYING FOR COLLEGE 101

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Candice Johnson of Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority discusses the all-important question of paying for college. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

FRACTURED FAIRYTALES

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Hear new twists to some old tales. Ages 3-8. Call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd., Noon-1:30 p.m., free.  The Douglass Community Center is sponsoring a Stroke Support Group on the third Wednesday of every month throughout 2011. For more information, call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

FAMILY GENEALOGY; CREATING A GENEALOGICAL BLOG

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Betty Stokes discusses various aspects of exploring family genealogy. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

NIGHTLITES NEW ORLEANS

Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, 7 p.m., $20-$25. The Louisville Orchestra celebrates Mardi Gras with the Dixieland Jazz sound that put New Orleans on the map. The brass band march and Satchmo’s distinct horn will put you in the mood to swing, stomp and sing! Tickets available at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, 501 W. Main St., (502) 562-0100, www.kentuckycenter.org. (Downtown)

 

INTERMEDIATE WORD

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

6TH ANNUAL BRIDAL EXPERIENCE

Brown Hotel, Fourth and Broadway, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $15 for non-brides. The Brown Hotel invites brides-to-be and their guests to attend its 6th Annual Bridal Experience. Brides are invited to attend the event free of charge. The Brown Hotel offers complimentary parking for the event. Pre-registration is requested and can be made by calling (502) 736-2987 or by visiting www.brownhotel.com. (Downtown)

 

INTERMEDIATE EXCEL

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CARNEVALE

Louisville Marriott Downtown, 280 W. Jefferson St., 6 p.m., $225. Flamenco Louisville, a dance and musical troupe, will perform arias from “Carmen” and “The Merry Wives” at this black-tie event. There will also be a wine tasting and silent auction. A portion of the ticket price is tax deductible. To purchase tickets, contact Mike Miller (502) 584-4500. (Downtown)

 

PAJAMA PARTY

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., free. Old Man Winter visits the library. Come enjoy stories, sip hot chocolate and create snowy art. Pajamas optional. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

RESUME WORKSHOP

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., free.  What resume style works best for you? Learn how to create a winning resume and see what resources the library can offer to make your resume-writing experience stress-free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CROOKS: DON’T LET THEM SCAM YOU

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Shannon Gadd of ElderServe, Inc. will discuss common scams that target seniors and how to avoid them. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY DATABASES

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

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FAMILY GENEALOGY: PUBLISHING YOUR STORIES & GENEALOGY

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Betty Stokes discusses various aspects of exploring family genealogy. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

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COMPUTER BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

F.A.T. FRIDAY TROLLEY HOP

Frankfort, Mellwood, and Story Aves, 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m., free. Businesses in the Crescent Hill and Clifton neighborhoods open their doors at the end of each month for the F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop. Ride the trolley to see art exhibits, sales and entertainment. For more information, call (502) 550-2024 or visit www.fatfridayhop.org. (Clifton/Crescent Hill)

 

INTERNET BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

ACT STRATEGIES & TIPS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 10:15-12:30 p.m., free. Learning Express Library & Paying for College – 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.  For a short time at the beginning of the class, Candice Johnson, of the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority, will discuss the all-important question of paying for college. Sign up required. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

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