Community Calendar for November 2010

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)

 

DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE

St. Paul United Methodist Church, Bardstown Rd. and Douglass Blvd., 7:30 p.m., free. The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Louisville meets every Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. They also have a group for family and friends of bipolar individuals that meets on Tuesday nights at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul.  For more information, contact Mike Kuhl at (502) 635-6142, Carl Brown at (502) 479-9941, or visit  dbsalouisville.org. (Highlands)     

 

INTERNET BASICS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. This class is also offered Nov. 16 and Nov. 30 at 9 a.m. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

TEEN ELECTION PARTY

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., free. Teens learn who gets to vote for mayor, senator and other representatives. Ages 12 to 17. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

EBAY FOR BEGINNERS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., free. An introduction to eBay. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

FAMILY STORYTIME

Every Tuesday. For families with children ages 3 to 8. Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

TODDLER STORYTIME

Every Wednesday. For children ages 2 to 3 with a parent/caregiver. Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1672; Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 10:15 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1793. (Various)

 

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Every Wednesday. For children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11:15 a.m., free. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

15TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF FAITHS

Locations of events, times and ticket prices vary. The 15th Annual Festival of Faiths celebrates sacred soil as the foundation of life. The festival line-up includes panels and workshops with notable individuals like author Wendell Berry, Will Allen of Growing Power, Wes Jackson of the Land Institute, and the president of Slow Foods USA. There will also be showings of several award-winning films. The festival lasts until Nov. 9. For a complete list of events, visit www.festivaloffaiths.org. For reservations or tickets, contact the Kentucky Center for the Arts box office, (502) 584-7777. (Downtown)

 

FIND YOUR GERMS WITH THE LOUISVILLE WATER COMPANY

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. Hey Preschoolers, how well do you wash your hands? Come let the Louisville Water Company’s “Glitterbug” check out your germs. Enjoy some great stories and songs and you might win a book!! Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

NIGHTLIGHTS: VIENNA

Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, 6:30 p.m., $20-$26. Maestro Bob Bernhardt leads patrons through the waltz’s beginnings as a dance of great controversy to its elegant reputation in the storied palaces of Europe. This show will also be performed at the Ogle Center in Southern Indiana on Nov. 6. For more information, call (502) 584-7777 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org. (Downtown)

 

BANQUET AND SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER

The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Ave., 6 p.m., $30-$750. Priscilla’s Place/Teen Challenge International will hold their annual banquet and silent auction. The silent auction starts at 6 p.m., with dinner and program following. Individual reservations and table sponsorships are available. The guest speaker is Sheila Raye Charles, daughter of musician Ray Charles. All donations will be used to support the ladies at Priscilla’s Place, a six-month residential women’s crisis center dealing with life-controlling issues and the urgent need for a new facility. For more information, call (502) 541-9478). (Crescent Hill)

 

PRE-WALKER STORYTIME

Every Thursday. For pre-walkers up to age 2 with a parent/caregiver. Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 9:30 a.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

BABY STORYTIME FOR 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)

 

FIND YOUR GERMS WITH THE LOUISVILLE WATER COMPANY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 11:15 a.m., free. See Nov. 3 listing for description. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

ADULT TALKING BOOK DISCUSSION

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Join in a discussion of “Water for Elephants” by Sara Gruen. Books available from NLS and branch circulation desk upon request. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

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/WINDOWS BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. This class is also offered on Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

11TH ANNUAL GLOBAL GOURMET

Glassworks, 815 W. Market St., 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m., $60. Kentucky Refugee Ministries (KRM) will host its 11th Annual Global Gourmet with food from Wiltshire Pantry and other restaurants. Live music will be provided by Mohamed Skopljak and Danny Flanigan and Friends. The event also includes a silent auction featuring the work of local and refugee artists. Tickets can be purchased at KRM, any Carmichael’s location or at the door. After 9 p.m., individuals can get into the event with only a $10 donation to see Danny Flanigan. For more information, call (502) 479-9180. (Downtown)

 

PUBLIC ART UNVEILING

German-Paristown Neighborhood Association (GPNA) , 1094 E. Kentucky Street , 10 a.m.-noon, free. “You Are Here: Linking the Past to the Present,” an art installation constructed by Marjie Ryan and Mary Dennis Kannapell will be unveiled to the public. The installation is constructed of historic iron artifacts evoking the history, landscape, and residents of the German-Paristown neighborhood. The event also includes a photo exhibition by photographer Lucy Brown, Historic Walking Tour brochures, and refreshments. In addition to the public art project unveiling, the neighborhood is also running a “Treasure Hunt” and will be awarding prizes donated from local businesses. Starting October 31, people interested in participating can pick up a Treasure Hunt map at participating neighborhood businesses listed on GPNA’s website (www.gpnalouisville.com). For more information, (502) 589-0343. (Germantown)

 

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd., 11 a.m., $15-$60. The Douglass Community Center (DCC) is accepting registration for a number of classes and activities. Sign-ups for the Youth Basketball League take place until Nov. 6. The league is for children ages 6 to 8 and costs $60 per child. Call-outs take place on Nov. 6 and Nov. 13. Children ages 4 to 5 can sign-up for the Little 

Globetrotters at $25 per child. The DCC is also offering Kettle Bell Weight Training classes, which are open to everyone at $15 for three sessions. Call (502) 456-8120. (Highlands)

 

LOUISVILLE ARTISANS GUILD HOLIDAY SHOWCASE

American Legion Post, 2919 Bardstown Road, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free. The Louisville Artisans Guild presents its Holiday Showcase 2010 on Saturday and Sunday. This show has 36 artists juried in media such as painting, pottery, jewelry, glass and textiles, offering their art for sale. For more information, visit www.louisvilleartisans.org. (Highlands)

 

B CHIC CHILDREN’S ROOM GRAND OPENING

B Chic, 1235 Bardstown Rd., Noon, free. B CHIC Consignment & Boutique is doubling its size and having a grand opening of its new children’s room. All children’s clothing and accessories will be on sale at up to 50 percent off all day with special savings storewide. Call (502) 632-1313. (Highlands)

 

THE MIGHTY KINDNESS HARVEST HOOTENANNY

Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave. (across from the Louisville Zoo), 11 a.m.-6 p.m., free. This festival is focused on bringing the community together. There will be music, films, and eco-friendly art and activities. Performers include John Gage, Kathleen Hoye, and the Troubadours of the Divine Bliss. There will be free yoga and nature walks. Call (502) 608-1587 or visit www.mightkindness.org. (Audubon Park)

 

ST. AGNES HOLIDAY GIFT BOUTIQUE

St. Agnes Church, 1920 Newburg Road, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., $12. The St. Agnes Holiday Gift Boutique will celebrate its 25th Anniversary on Nov. 6 with preview shopping along with beer, wine and appetizers. Then on Sunday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the boutique will feature shopping, gourmet baked goods, Santa, Advent crafts and games for children, a lunch cafe, and quilt and electronic raffles. Sunday is free. Both events are open to the public. For more information, visit www.stagnesboutique.com. (Highlands)

 

INTO THE AIR

Ursuline Arts Center, 3175 Lexington Rd., 8 p.m., $7-$15. Moving Collective, a Louisville- based organization designed to promote and keep contemporary dance alive in the Ohio Valley, presents an evening-length performance entitled, “Into The Air.” The Moving Collective will showcase dance from outside the region by artists from California, North Carolina, Ohio and Virginia. Tickets available at the door. For more information, call (502) 592-6938. (Clifton)

 

CONSERVANCY VOLUNTEERS

Cherokee Park and Tyler Park, times vary, free. The Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy has volunteer opportunities for people who want to help maintain Cherokee and Tyler parks. Volunteers are needed at Cherokee Park on Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-Noon. Volunteers are needed at Tyler Park on Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-Noon. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.olmstedparks.org or call (502) 456-8125. (Highlands)

 

VIPS 25th ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING CARNIVAL

Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS), 1906 Goldsmith Ln., 2 p.m.-5 p.m., $3-$5. VIPS is celebrating its silver anniversary with a community-wide carnival! Come out to enjoy fall festivities, including rides, games, food, music and much more. Find out how VIPS helps blind and visually impaired children across Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Parking is located at Watterson City Office Park on Goldsmith Lane, near Newburg Road. Visit www.vips.org or call (502) 636-3207. (Bon Air)

 

CAVE HILL 2-MILE WALK & FLAG-IN

Breckinridge School, 1351 Payne St., 10 a.m., free. Cave Hill 2-Mile Walk & Flag-In to honor fallen veterans. Call (502) 243-8981 or visit www.TheUSflag.com. (Clifton)

 

INTERNET BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., free. This class is also offered on Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

TEEN AD BOARD

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m., free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

HIGHLANDS-DOUGLASS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd., 3 p.m.-5 p.m., free.  Mimi Zinniel, Executive Director of the Olmsted Parks Conservancy, will discuss the past, present and future of Cherokee Park. In addition, neighborhood board of director elections will be held and membership applications and renewals taken. Membership dues are $12 and are good for one year. For more information, call (502) 451-2188. (Highlands)

 

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 2 p.m., free. Join the discussion of “Opposite of Fate” by Amy Tan. Call (502) 574-1672. (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)

 

E-MAIL BASICS

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

 

JOB SEARCHING FOR BEGINNING COMPUTER USERS

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 9:15 a.m., free. Registration 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 It covers: computer access, common problems with online applications, helpful job search websites, and classes available to upgrade skills. The class is also offered on Nov. 23 at 9:15 a.m. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

NUMBER ONE CITIZEN OF SCHNITZELBURG

St. Elizabeth’s Church, 1016 E. Burnett, 6 p.m., $10. The 45th Number One Citizen of Schnitzelburg will be honored by Mayor Jerry Abramson and other local officials. Only 300 tickets are available for this event. The evening promises good old German music, food and door prizes. Children are always welcome. Tickets sold at Hauck’s Handy Store, 1000 Goss Ave., (502) 637-9282, and Schnitzelburg Senior Wellness Center, 1016 Burnett St., (502) 634-3221. (Schnitzelburg)

 

NEXT GENERATION INNOVATION SUMMIT

Hyatt Regency Hotel, 320 W. Jefferson St., 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., $40-$135. Dave Rife and four other White Castle executives are headlining the UofL Family Business Center’s “Next Generation Innovation Summit.” Rife, the great-grandson of the White Castle founder E.W. Ingram, became an overnight celebrity after masquerading as a trainee at one of the company’s restaurants for the CBS-TV program “Undercover Boss.” For more information, visit www.regonline.com/fbcnovember2010 or call (502) 852-4795 for details. (Downtown)

 

U.S. ARMY & ARMY AIR CORP, WWII

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Learn how to research a relative’s service records. This class focuses on the U.S. Army and Army Air Corps during World War II and reviews the many resources available to aid your research, including the Internet, local resources, and government agencies. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

THE GRRAND AFFAIR

Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, 1860 Mellwood Ave., 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m., $50. The GRRAND Affair is an annual fundraiser for the Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption of Needy Dogs (GRRAND). The event includes a silent auction, a live auction, food, drinks, music, and a raffle for a trip for two for a 3-day/2-night stay at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida.  For more information, visit www.grrand.org. (Clifton)

 

INTRODUCTION TO NEW LIBRARY COMPUTERS

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 9:15 a.m., free.  A class on the new library computers and using Microsoft Word 2007. The class is also offered on Nov. 26. at 9:15 a.m. Call to register, (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

HOLY SPIRIT HOLIDAY ART SHOW & BOUTIQUE

Holy Spirit High School, 322 Cannons Ln., times TBA, free. The Holy Spirit Holiday Art Show & Boutique is a three-day fundraiser, Nov. 12-14, for Holy Spirit High School. It will include 40 booths, vendors and lots of festival fun. Call (502) 458-0276. (Crescent Hill)

 

FESTIVAL OF TREES & LIGHTS

Louisville Slugger Field, 800 W. Main St., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., $3-$5. Hundreds of volunteers design and decorate Christmas trees, wreaths and hand-crafted holiday items, all of which are for sale to benefit the neonatal intensive care unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital. Friday also includes a Dickens Family Night, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., $5-$25. It includes appearances by Santa Claus, costumed characters from Charles Dickens stories, and children’s activities. The Festival of Trees & Lights continues on Sat. and Sun., 9 a.m.–6 p.m. For more information, call (502) 629-KIDS or visit www.HelpKosairChildrensHospital.com. (Downtown)

 

INTRO TO WORD

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

 

JUNQUE AND JEWELS HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Highland United Methodist Church, 1140 Cherokee Road, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Highland United Methodist Church will hold its annual “Junque and Jewels Holiday Bazaar.  Arts and crafts booths are available for a $20 donation.  A chicken salad luncheon will be served from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The event also includes a bake sale.  For more information, call Cynthia Wedding at (502) 228-2811 or the church office at (502) 451-3838. (Highlands)

 

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI HOLIDAY BAZAAR

St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1960 Bardstown Rd., 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free. Come enjoy a variety of hand-crafted items including many unique items from local immigrants.  Booths include handmade jewelry, apparel, Christmas items, decorative serving pieces, stationary and more. The bazaar continues on Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Food will be served both days. Saturday evening will be beer and brats, Sunday will include chili, gumbo and a variety of homemade items. (Highlands)

 

LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA DOES PYSCHO!

Louisville Palace, 627 S. 4th St., 8 p.m., $20-$30. One of the greatest suspense thrillers of all time, the cinematic masterpiece “Psycho” comes alive!  Watch the drama unfold as the Louisville Orchestra performs Bernard Herrmann’s spine-tingling score. Hitchcock once said, “Thirty-three percent of the effect of ‘Psycho’ was due to the music,” and the orchestra will show you why.  For more information, call (502) 583-4555 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org. (Downtown)

 

ACT TIPS & STRATEGIES

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., free. Do your best on the ACT! This session concentrates on making the best choices on all sections of the exam. Learn techniques to reduce test anxiety. Sign up required. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., free. Come join the discussion of the book “White Teeth” by Zadie Smith. Books available at the branch circulation desk. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

RAVEN’S BOX OF LIGHT

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 11 a.m., free. Hear this Native American Trickster Tale and create your own “Box of Light.” Ages 4 and up. Call to register, (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

BUYING TECHNOLOGY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 7 p.m., free. What to look for when buying computer equipment. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CORNY STORYTIME

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. For ages 3 to 8. Call to register, (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

BUY, FIX, AND SELL

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., free. Library resources for car owners. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

ACT TIPS & STRATEGIES/LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., free. See Nov. 13 description. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

GEORGE ROGERS CLARK’S BIRTHDAY

10th and Rowan Streets, just north of West Main Street, 11 a.m., free. On the occasion of George Roger Clark’s 248th birthday, the Louisville Historical League will unveil a historical marker at the site where Louisville began – which was called the Fort-on-Shore. Visit http://www.louisvillehistoricalleague.org/. (Downtown)

 

CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION SNOW BALL

Louisville Marriott Downtown, 280 W. Jefferson St., 6 p.m., $300-$2,800. Give your holiday season a magical start at the Snow Ball with a cocktail hour, gourmet meal and dancing. This black tie event has become one of the most fashionable holiday parties in Louisville. A gourmet meal precedes dancing to music by the Pendulum Orchestra. Black ties for the gentlemen and ball gowns for the ladies. Snow Ball, presented by Office Ware, benefits Kosair Children’s Hospital through the Children’s Hospital Foundation. For more information, call (502) 629-2125. (Downtown)

 

A TRIBUTE TO BOSTON POPS

Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., 8 p.m. $30-$72. The Louisville Orchestra will perform “A Tribute to the Boston Pops.” Bob Bernhardt leads a tribute to Beantown with nods to two Pops conductors, John Williams and Arthur Fiedler. In true Boston style, this Louisville Pops concert comes with two intermissions! Call (502) 584-7777 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org. (Downtown)

 

TEEN BOOK CLUB

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m., free. “Witches and Wizards,” for ages 11 to 19. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

FAMILY STORYTIME

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., free. “Turkey Troubles.” Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

SHAKE A LEG

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., free. Active games for all ages. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY DATABASES

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 9 a.m., free. Call to register. Use Frankfort Avenue entrance, please knock. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

FIND YOUR GERMS WITH THE LOUISVILLE WATER CO.

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. See Nov. 3 description. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

GET YOUR GAME ON

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m.-5 p.m., free. Take a break and stop by for board and card games. Maybe you’ll Connect Four or be numero Uno. You won’t be Sorry! Ages 5 and up. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

BUY NOTHING COAT EXCHANGE

The Green Building, 732 E. Market St., 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Buy Nothing Day is a concept first started by AdBusters to encourage conscious thought and resistance to consumerism on Black Friday, traditionally one of the biggest retail spending days of the year.  Those who can, donate a coat, those who need, take a coat. For more information, call Ted Loebenberg at (401) 952-6566 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . There is also a blog: louisvillebuynothingday.tumblr.com. (Downtown)

 

F.A.T. FRIDAY TROLLEY HOP

Frankfort, Mellwood & Story avenues, 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m., free. Park the car and ride the trolley to visit the shops, galleries and restaurants in the Frankfort Avenue area. This month, many shops will have holiday sales. Call (502) 550-2054 or visit www.fatfridayhop.org. (Crescent Hill)

 

LIGHT UP LOUISVILLE

Jefferson Square Park, 6th and Jefferson streets, 3 p.m.-10 p.m., free. The city officially kicks off the holiday season with a Holiday Market at Jefferson Square Park, the Run Run Rudolph 5K Run/Walk at 3 p.m., a Winter Wonderland Parade from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., and the lighting of the Metro Louisville Christmas Tree at 8:30 p.m. Call (502) 456-8110 or visit www.lightuplouisville.org. (Downtown)

 

PUZZLE DAY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Up for a challenge? Try your hand at the puzzles we have available today.  All Ages. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

MICHAEL W. SMITH

Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., 8 p.m., $30-75. Michael W. Smith, Christian music’s most acclaimed recording artist, joins the Louisville Orchestra to celebrate an inspirational and joyous Christmas with a delightful blend of classic and contemporary holiday music. For more information, (502) 584-7777 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org. (Downtown)

 

AMERICAN PRINTING HOUSE FOR THE BLIND FAMILY DAY OPEN HOUSE

American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Ave., 10 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Friends and relatives visiting for Thanksgiving? Looking for something special to show them? Take them to APH’s Museum. Visitors can write their names in braille, see the book of Psalms from Helen Keller’s Bible, play a computer game designed for children who are blind, and enjoy other activities in this award-winning museum. See “Denver the Guide Dog,” a Discovery Channel video about how a puppy becomes a dog guide and is matched with a new owner, then explore the new collection of white canes, dog harnesses, and sonar and other electronic devices used as travel aids by people who are blind. For more information, call (502) 899-2365. (Clifton)

 

A VERY MERRY CHOCOLATE TASTING

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m., free. Take a break from the holiday shopping to celebrate a guilty pleasure. Learn the finer points of fine chocolate at this chocolate tasting party.  Ages 13 to adult. Call to register, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)