SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
SPOTLIGHT: “/kəˈmyo͞onitē/” (COMMUNITY)
The Liberty Tattoo and Art Parlor, 2801 S. Third St., presents
“/kəˈmyo͞onitē/” (Community), an exhibition of artwork by Dan Meece aka “Danascopy.” For this show, Meece has collected sketches and writings from family and friends, as well as from random people he passes on the street everyday in his community. Meece will display his collection alongside a few original works of his own. There will be an artist’s reception at the gallery on Saturday, Aug. 10, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The show runs through Sept. 28. For more information, call (502) 637-4777 or visit libertytattooandart.com. (Belknap)
FARE WALK LOUISVILLE
Waterfront Park, Harbor Lawn, 9 a.m., Free. This family-friendly event includes activities for kids and a one-mile walk to help spread awareness of food allergies. For more information, call (502) 552-1545. (Downtown)
CHILDREN’S MAKE A PIZZA DAY
Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 10 a.m.-Noon, $10. “Children’s Make a Pizza Day” is presented by the Jefferson County Master Gardener Association and LNC. Visit the Sensory Garden and collect toppings for yummy pizzas to be baked and served in class as a light lunch. Best for ages 5-10. Prepaid reservations are needed by Aug. 5. There is no charge for parents. The event is a fundraiser for the LNC’s Sensory Garden. The money will go toward the brick path being installed to make the garden accessible to all. For more information, call (502) 458-1328 or visit www.louisvillenaturecenter.org. (Audubon Park)
SPOTLIGHT: ST. JOSEPH ORPHANS’ PICNIC
The annual St. Joseph Orphans’ Picnic takes place Saturday, Aug. 10 at St. Joseph Children’s Home, 2823 Frankfort Ave., noon to midnight. There will be 60-plus booths, with games of chance, raffles, food and beverages. The picnic’s famous chicken dinners will be on sale beginning at noon. Parking is located in the back of the property at 2800 Brownsboro Road. All proceeds benefit the children’s programs at St. Joseph Children’s Home. For more information, call (502) 893-0241 or visit www.sjkids.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
2013 KENTUCKY STATE FAIR
Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, 9 a.m., $4-$10 (Free for children under 2). The Kentucky State Fair is an 11-day celebration of the history, heritage and culture of the Bluegrass State. Nearly 600,000 people attend America’s largest indoor fair. This year’s fair includes free performances by En Vogue with special guest Unlimited, Montgomery Gentry, and Theory of a Deadman with Blackstone Cherry and Devour the Day. For more information, call (502) 367-5185 or visit www.kystatefair.org. (Fairgrounds)
DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE LOUISVILLE
St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglass Blvd., 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Free. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Louisville presents a discussion with Jessy Lyons, training coordinator for the Center for Women and Families. Lyons will discuss the dynamics of intimate partner violence in order to better understand the nature and scope of the problem. For more information, contact Mike Kuhl at (502) 635-6142 or email Maureen Fifer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. (Highlands)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
FAMILIES OUTSIDE X-PLORING AT RIVERVIEW PARK
Riverview Park, meet in the upper parking lot, 9 a.m.-Noon, $8. Explore the banks of the Ohio River, cool off in the water park, and traipse through the woods. Hike, search for tracks, build forts, catch pond critters, get muddy, play in leaves and take a break from technology. This is a great opportunity to play with your kids and let them experience nature. Bring water bottles, a snack, and dress for the weather. Warning: You will get dirt on your shirt! Children can wear a swimsuit under their clothes for the spray park. Preregistration is required. For more information, call (502) 368-5404 or visit www.memorialforest.com. (Fairdale)
VETERAN’S ORAL HISTORY PROJECT WORKSHOP
SAR Genealogical Research Library, 809 W. Main St., 10 a.m.-11 a.m., $5 (Free for SAR/DAR and Friends of the SAR). Retired U.S. Marine Corp. Sgt. Major Ron Burkhart will lead this workshop. Learn procedures for conducting an oral history with special emphasis on the Library of Congress Veteran’s History Project. The workshop is open to veterans, families of veterans, history teachers, students and those interested in oral histories. For more information, contact Rae Ann Sauer at (502) 588-6130 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. (Downtown)
KICKBALLIN’ FOR KIDS KICKBALL TOURNAMENT
Waterfront Park, the Great Lawn, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., $295 a team (9-20 players on each team). The National Kickball Association is teaming up with the Children’s Hospital Foundation for the second annual “Kickballin’ for Kids” Kickball Tournament. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit Kosair Children’s Hospital. Come out and support the community while having fun with your friends! Enjoy a day of kickball, food, drinks, music and more! All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Sneakers must be worn; No cleats, please. Sign up early and receive an early bird registration fee. For more information, visit www.helpkosairchildrenshospital.com. (Downtown)
A PATCH OF BLUE
Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Ave., 12:30 p.m., Free. “A Patch of Blue” is the latest movie in the APH Museum Film Fest, which examines how Hollywood depicts blindness. The movie revolves around a blind girl who is befriended by a man determined to help her escape her abusive home life. It stars Sidney Poitier, Shelley Winters and Elizabeth Hartman. The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. For more information, call (502) 899-2213 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. (Clifton)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
FOOD TRUCK SUNDAY
St. Joseph Children’s Home, 2823 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Free. Food Truck Sunday features food trucks, a mini farmer’s market and flea market, and sidewalk sales from retailers and neighborhood residents. A portion of the food truck sales will benefit St. Joe’s. For more information, visit www.frankfortave.com or email Andrei at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. (Crescent Hill)
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Highlands Court, 1720 Richmond Dr., 11:15 a.m., $34. The Highlands Community Ministries is sponsoring a trip to Derby Dinner Playhouse in Clarksville, Ind., to see “The Wizard of Oz.” The cost for the play, food and TARC transportation is included in the admission price. For ticket information, call (502) 451-3695. (Various)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
SUMMER USED BOOK SALE
Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Lane, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Free. The Summer Book Sale takes place Aug. 23-25. More than 10,000 used, antiquarian and new books in all categories will be offered for sale. Categories include history, biography, mysteries, reference, science fiction, travel, cookbooks, children’s, spirituality, Kentucky, romance, crafts and much more. Prices begin at $1 for paperbacks and $2 for most hardcover books. A selection of illustrated books, rare books and sets are priced individually. All books are sorted by category and are in good condition. There will be a special preview, Thursday, Aug. 22, 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for members of Locust Grove. For more information, call (502) 897-9845 or visit www.locustgrove.org. (Blankenbaker)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24
WEDDING WORKSHOP SERIES
Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, 1402 St. James Ct.,1 p.m.-3 p.m., Free. The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum will host “Weddings 101: A Crash Course on Weddings for the DIY Bride.” Participants will get tips from the wedding pros at Weekend Wedding Warriors and sample delicious desserts from Bake My Day. This free event is a prelude to a series of five monthly wedding workshops that will cost $15 each. The first workshop in the series, “Awesome Alternative Guest-book Ideas,” takes place Friday, Sept. 13. For more information, call Allison at (502) 636-5023, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or visit www.conrad-caldwell.org. (Old Louisville)
ROCKIN’ THE CASTLE BLOCK PARTY
Alta Avenue and Bardstown Road, 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Free. The Bonnycastle Neighborhood Association is sponsoring a block party featuring music, beverages, food by Lil Cheezer’s food truck, snow cones and a bubble truck for the kids. Invite your friends and join your neighbors in summertime fun for all. For more information, contact Amy Tannheimer or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. (Highlands)
THE 9TH ANNUAL KOMEN LOUISVILLE PINK TIE BALL
Marriott Louisville East, 1903 Embassy Square Blvd., 6:30 p.m., $75-$2,000. The 9th Annual Komen Louisville Pink Tie Ball is one of the signature fundraisers for Susan G. Komen Louisville. The Pink Tie Ball will feature the Pink Lounge, a late night cocktail party for the young at heart. This baseball themed event will begin with cocktails and a silent auction followed by dinner and a live auction. Guests will enjoy signature cocktails and dance to the sounds of Burning Las Vegas. The Pink Lounge will open at 9 p.m. and feature a deejay. For more information, call (502) 495-7824 or visit www.komenlouisville.org. (Jeffersontown)
RISE OF THE GUARDIANS
Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, 8:30 p.m., Free. When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world. For more information, visit www.iroquoisamphitheater.com. (Iroquois)