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SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
SPOTLIGHT:  THE CHILDREN IN THE DELL
Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old LaGrange Road, offers children ages 5 and up a variety of adventures, including nature hikes, flower planting, scavenger hunts, naturally inspired craft activities and more. The Children in the Dell program is free, but children must be accompanied by a responsible, admission-paying adult. Admission is $7 (Yew Dell members are free). The program takes place every Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to noon, through Sept. 28.  It is a good opportunity to help children develop a greater appreciation for the outdoors and an early connection with the garden and nature. For more information, or to register, visit www.yewdellgardens.org or call (502) 241-4788. (Crestwood)  

WELLINGTON YARD SALE
City of Wellington, across from Gardiner Lane Shopping Center, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Free. The City of Wellington will host a city-wide yard sale. The city has residences on seven streets between Bardstown Road and Bon Air Avenue, including Brighton, Manchester, Wadsworth, Wendell (2200 block), Lowell (3000 & 3100 blocks), Kipling Way (3000 block) and Spencer Ave. Visit this wonderful neighborhood and leave with a few bargains! Please observe all fire lane parking restrictions. For more info, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)

SEPTEMBER ART FAIR @ MELLWOOD ART CENTER
1860 Mellwood Ave., 10 a.m., Free. The annual September Art Fair @ Mellwood returns on Sept. 7 and 8. Building on the success of last year’s show, the organizers will offer 200 indoor and outside artist spaces. In addition, the show will feature live entertainment, a fresh fruit and vegetable stand, gifted student art tents and an expanded children’s activity area. For more information, visit www.mellwoodartcenter.com. (Clifton)

BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY’S WOMEN’S COUNCIL DESIGNER SHOW HOUSE
The Anchorage, 804 Evergreen Road, 5 p.m., $10 in advance ($15 at door). The 40th Annual Bellarmine University Women’s Council Designers’ Show House event (Sept. 7-22) features a historic home in Anchorage showcasing the work of over 30 designers. In addition to the house tours, there is a cafe and boutique. Proceeds benefit the Bellarmine University Student Financial Aid Funds. For show house hours and ticket information, visit www.bellarmine.edu/womenscouncil. (Anchorage)

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8
SUNDAYS IN SEPTEMBER JAZZ FESTIVAL
Tyler Park, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Free. The Tyler Park Jazz Festival, “Sundays in September,” is free and open to the public. The shows are family-friendly, so bring the kids, some chairs, a blanket, and enjoy a picnic in the park. The event is alcohol- and pet-free. Ladies of Liberty performs Sunday, Sept. 8. Other performers in the series include: Appalatin, West Market Street Stompers, and the U of L Jazz Ensemble. Comfy Cow and Skyline Chili will be vending at the events. For more information, visit www.tylerparkna.org. (Highlands)

KENTUCKY BOURBON COUNTRY: THE ESSENTIAL TRAVEL GUIDE
Carmichael’s Bookstore, 2720 Frankfort Ave., 4 p.m., Free. Susan Reigler and Pam Spaulding, author and photographer of “Kentucky Bourbon Country: The Essential Travel Guide,” will discuss and sign their new book. For more information, call (502) 896-6950. (Crescent Hill)

MONDAY, SEPT. 9
SMOKING CESSATION CLASS
Highlands-Shelby Park Branch Library 1250 Bardstown Road, 5 p.m.-6 p.m., Free. You can become a non-smoker with the Cooper Clayton Smoking Cessation classes, sponsored by the Kentucky Cancer Program and Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness. This program consists of 13 one-hour weekly sessions. Participants use nicotine replacement products, provided free to class attendees. This science-based program utilizes education, skills training and social support. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Call Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness at (502) 574-7867 for more info. (Highlands)

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
LYO AUDITIONS
Louisville Youth Orchestra, 4121 Shelbyville Road, Times vary, Free. The Louisville Youth Orchestra’s 55th season is shaping up to be one of its best. This season the LYO is partnering with cellist Ben Sollee for a full year of activities! The LYO performs several concerts each season in a wide range of locations. It is one of the largest youth orchestras in the nation based on metropolitan size, with a total membership of over 350. Interested youth musicians may visit www.lyo.org to download an audition application and view the requirements. Auditions for the LYO’s 55th season will be held Sept. 12-22. Any youth musician through age 21 is eligible. For more information, contact Melody Welsh-Buchholz at (502) 896-1851. (St. Matthews)

START FRESH WORKSHOP
Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Free. Bank on Louisville sponsors a Start Fresh workshop for persons who have been denied new bank accounts due to negative (non-fraud) banking histories, and who are willing to participate in a certified financial education program. Participants will learn the basics of bank reconciliation and how a checking account works. Completion of the program provides an opportunity to re-enter the traditional banking system with new tools for success. For more information, or to register, call (502) 566-3362. (Downtown)

FRIDAY, SEPT. 13
OKTOBERFEST
German-American Club, 1840 Lincoln Ave., 4 p.m.-Midnight, $3 (Children ages 16 and under, Free). Louisville’s original Oktoberfest takes place Sept. 13-14. This event features authentic German food, plus entertainment by Cincinnati’s Gebhard Erler, Rheingold Band of Louisville and The Knappers of Indianapolis. There will be plenty of German vendors, all held on the German-American Club grounds and beautiful pavilion. For more information, call (502) 451-3100 or visit www.german-americanclub.com. (Audubon Park)  

KENTUCKY KICK DOWN
The Monkey Wrench and Barrett Bar, 1025 and 1012 Barret Ave., Noon-10 p.m., $5 (Children ages 12 and under, Free). Kentucky Kick Down is a vintage motorcycle show open to all makes of bikes age 25 years and older. Motorcycles of all makes and years are welcome, but show judging will be limited to vintage motorcycles. The event takes place Sept. 13-14 and includes an art show with local and regional artists, live music, vendors, a pool tournament and plenty of local food and drink. Part of Barret Avenue will be closed for the event. For more information, visit www.kentuckykickdown.com. (Highlands)

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14
SCHNITZELBURG YARD SALE
1138 E. Burnett Ave., 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Free. Neighbors may reserve a spot to sell their wares for $10, payable before the date of sale. Everyone is welcome to shop! For more information, call (502) 759-7132. (Schnitzelburg)

ARCHAEOLOGY DAY
Falls of the Ohio State Park & Interpretive Center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $2-$5. This event is sponsored by the Falls of the Ohio Archaeology Society. Enjoy educational displays and hands-on activities for children. Archaeologists are available to date your artifacts and explain how they were used by ancient people. Call (812) 280-9970 or visit www.fallsoftheohio.org for more information. (Clarksville)  

SUNDAY, SEPT.  15
GASLIGHT FESTIVAL
Gaslight Square, Jeffersontown, Times vary, Free. The Gaslight Festival takes place September 15-22. What started as a small street party in 1969 has grown to become the 5th largest festival in the region. Centered in the small-town ambiance of Gaslight Square, the festival has evolved into an eight-day extravaganza that has become a time-honored tradition of Jeffersontown. The festival now boasts a motorcycle rally, car show, golf scramble, 5K run/walk, parade, balloon glow, carnival rides, live entertainment and over 150 arts, crafts and commercial booths. For an events schedule, visit www.jtownchamber.com. For more information, call (502) 267-1674. (Jeffersontown)

THE HUNGER WALK
Festival Plaza @ Waterfront Park, 1 p.m., $25. This annual event is an official 5K walk/run that generates funds for the Dare to Care Food Bank. The level-grade route is perfect for all fitness levels. This family-friendly event also features refreshments and a Kidz Zone, as well as entertainment along the route. For more information, call (502) 966-3821 or visit thehungerwalk.org. (Downtown)

FIRST ANNUAL SCHNITZELBURG GOLF SCRAMBLE
Seneca Golf Course, Registration begins at 1 p.m./play begins at 1:30 p.m. Get your foursome together for an afternoon of fun!  Individual players are also encouraged to sign up and will be teamed with others at the course. For more information contact, Mike Morris at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (502) 439-7558. (Seneca Park)

MONDAY, SEPT. 16
WOMEN IN BUSINESS EXPO Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 Fourth St., Times vary, $49-$125. The Women’s Business Center in Kentucky presents the Women in Business Expo 2013. The expo’s goal is to promote small business creation and growth. A reception takes place on Monday, Sept. 16 and the expo happens on Tuesday, Sept. 17. Expo attendees will have the opportunity to connect with hundreds of small business owners and supporters, attend dynamic educational workshops and visit more than 50 vendors and exhibits. For more information, call (502) 992-9495. (Downtown)

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

KENTUCKY OPERA’S LA BOHEME
Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, 8 a.m.-11 a.m., $34-$74. Love finds young bohemians in early 19th century Paris trying to make a living with their art. While there, fleeting moments of joy, the realities of poverty and ill health become too much and sacrifices must be made in an attempt to save one in their midst. Featuring Corinne Winters as Mimi and Patrick O’Halloran as Rodolfo, Puccini’s La Boheme is one of the most performed operas in the repertory. The performance is also offered on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. For more information, call (502) 584-7777 or visit www.kyopera.org. (Downtown)

FAIRDALE COMMUNITY FAIR
Fairdale Elementary School, 10104 Mitchell Hill Road, 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Free. The 83rd Fairdale Fair takes place Sept. 20-21. Over 10,000 people will return to strike up old relationships and make new ones. There are game, craft and food booths, plus rides for the young at heart. There will be a parade on Saturday, beginning at noon at Fairdale High School, 1001 Fairdale Road. For more info, call (502) 791-1352. (Fairdale)

WOMEN 4 WOMEN ANNUAL LUNCHEON
The Galt House, 140 N. Fourth St., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., $75. Women 4 Women and its donors improve the lives of women and girls in Louisville through education, advocacy, fundraising and focused grant making in four key areas that enable self-sufficiency. Health is the focus of the 2013 annual luncheon. The keynote speaker is Carla Hall. For more information, visit w4w.org. (Downtown)