Community Calendar for March 2011

 

METRO PARKS ATHLETIC LEAGUES REGISTRATION

Metro Parks Athletics Office, 3783 Illinois Avenue, $325-$375. Metro Parks will begin accepting team registrations for spring and summer athletic leagues. Registration for softball, kickball and flag football will extend to April 2 or until leagues are filled. Games begin on May 9. Participants must be 18 or older. Softball leagues include men’s, women’s and co-ed leagues. Flag football men’s leagues are on Thursday evenings, and the co-ed and women’s leagues are on Sunday afternoons. Games are played at Thurman Hutchins Park. For more information, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks/recreation/athletics or contact Chris Stepp at (502) 456-8117 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Various)

 

OUTPOST ART SHOW

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., free. Teens can enter artwork in the Outpost Art Show for all to see all month long. Judging and prizes on Saturday, March 26, 3 p.m. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE

Competition held at various bowling alleys throughout March and April. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters largest national fundraiser, raising over $20 million annually for children in need across the country. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is a fun and easy way to positively impact a child’s life. Participants start teams and then secure sponsorships to raise money. The best part? All of the event expenses are completely underwritten by corporate sponsors. That means 100 percent  of the money raised by bowlers goes directly toward supporting children served by Big Brothers Big Sisters in your community. For more information, call (502) 753-3758. (Various)

 

COFFEE TALK BOOK CLUB

Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd., 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., cost is price of book. This weekly book discussion group meets every Tuesday. The latest book is “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein. For more information, call (502) 456-8148.  (Highlands)

 

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)

 

COMPUTER/WINDOWS BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

LET’S WRITE LOUISVILLE WOMEN’S HISTORY!

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., All day, free. Celebrate Louisville women and their lives by jotting down their history. Share your interesting family stories at the Crescent Hill Library. Short paper forms will be offered at the library to be included in a folder on file. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

TODDLER STORYTIME

Every Wednesday. For children ages 2 to 3 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 Wednesday, 11:15 a.m., free. For children ages 2 to 5 with a parent/caregiver. Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

ANIME CLUB

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 4:30 p.m., free. The Anime Club meets every Wednesday throughout the month. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

HOSTING HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. A discussion presented by Tara Remington, Council on International Educational Exchange. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

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)

 

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Join us to discuss the book “The Whole Truth” by David Baldacci. Books available from NLS and at the branch circulation desk.  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)

 

GREEN TIE BASH AND AWARDS CELEBRATION

The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Avenue, 7 p.m.-midnight, $45 in advance ($525 for a reserved table). Operation Brightside’s Green Tie Bash is a fundraiser that supports local beautification projects. The event will feature an appearance by the Nappy Roots. Renee Murphy of WHAS-11 will emcee. For more information, call (502) 574-2613 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Crescent Hill)

 

WOMEN BEHIND BARS 

The Alley Theater, 1205 E. Washington St., 8 p.m., $15-$18. The Alley Theater and Art Sanctuary present “Women Behind Bars” by Tom Eyen. Be prepared to enter the world of a 1950s women’s prison where the good are turned bad and the bad are very, very bad. The play runs March 4, 5, 11 and 12. For more information, visit www.thealleytheater.org or call (502) 713-6178. (Butchertown)

 

INTRO TO WORD

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

 

GLASS ETCHING

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 1 p.m., free. Teens can learn how to etch glass and make a cool craft to take home! For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

ORIGAMI BUTTERFLIES

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2 p.m., free. Learn how to make beautiful origami butterflies. It’s easy! For ages 7 and up. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

YOUTH OPPORTUNITY SHOWCASE

Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 Fourth St., Exhibit Hall 1 A/B, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free.  This is the sixth annual event sponsored by Metro Government, Kentuckiana Works and the Kentucky Office of Employment and Training. The Youth Opportunity Showcase is an excellent opportunity for young adults, 16-21, to meet with local employers who have summer part-time and full-time jobs to fill this year. Employers who are ready to hire also have the opportunity to meet with thousands of potential young candidates in a short amount of time. The event is free for employers and job seekers. Employers can reserve a free booth space by calling (502) 574-2500. Booth applications and more information are available by calling (502) 574-2500, or online at www.kentuckianaworks.org.

 

ACT TIPS AND STRATEGIES WORKSHOP

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., free. Prepare for the test of your life with a little help from the library! No sign-up required. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

PRESCHOOL PASTA SUPPER

Adath Jeshurun Preschool, 2401 Woodbourne Ave., 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m., $12 adults; $6 children. Adath Jeshurun Preschool will hold its annual pasta supper and silent auction. All are invited to enjoy Mr. Magic and a performance by music teacher John Gage. The grand raffle prize will be four Disney passes and $500 cash. For more information, call Abby Tasman at (502) 417-9635. (Highlands)

 

DINNER WITH MAYOR FISCHER

Keneseth Israel Synagogue, 2531 Taylorsville Road, 6:15 p.m.-8 p.m., $10. The Keneseth Israel Men’s Club is sponsoring a dinner with Mayor Greg Fischer. Please RSVP. For more information, call Gerry Kahn at (502) 459-2780 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Seneca Gardens)

 

HEALTH INFORMATION SOURCES

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Improve your health literacy with knowledge of the basics. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

PREDATORY LENDING

The Center for Women and Families, 927 S. Second Street, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., free. The Center for Women and Families is offering economic literacy classes about predatory lending. To ensure class begins on time, staff will stop accepting participants five minutes before class starts. To manage your time efficiently, plan to be 15 minutes early. For more information, call (502) 581-7200 or visit www.thecenteronline.org. (Downtown)

 

ANDREW ROSS SORKIN

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. Video showing of Andrew Ross Sorkin, financial columnist for The New York Times and author of “Too Big to Fail: The Inside Story of How Wall Street and Washington Fought to Save the Financial System – and Themselves,” being interviewed by Bethany McLean, contributing editor to Vanity Fair, about the collapse of Enron, and the forthcoming “All the Devils Are Here: The Hidden History of the Financial Crisis.” For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

E-MAIL BASICS

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

 

MIX & MASH: VISUAL POETRY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 3:30 p.m., free. Come explore ways to create visual poetry using technology.  Ages 11-19.  For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

THE DRIVE TO SUCCESSFUL ADMISSIONS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6 p.m., free. Learn all about the college admissions process, how to find the college that’s right for you, and how to look for scholarships in this workshop presented by Candice Johnson of KHEAA. For 8th to 12th grade students and their parents.  For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

MARDI GRAS MASK CRAFT & STORIES

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Mardi Gras activities for children ages 4-8. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 4:30 p.m., free. Teens can celebrate Mardi Gras at the Outpost with food, drinks and a cool craft! For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

ALL AGES HARDCORE

Keswick Democratic Club, 1127 Logan St., 6 p.m., $6. Louisville bands Bush League, the New Mexico, Vaderbomb, and Damaged Goods are joined by No Class (Kansas City) and Picked Clean (Indianapolis). For more information, call (502) 637-9639. (Germantown/Schnitzelburg)

 

LIVE HAPPY, LAUGH LOUD!

Gilda’s Club Louisville, 633 Baxter Ave., 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., free. Why not try a hearty dose of laughter at Gilda’s Club during an evening with comedian Mack Dryden, a new Louisville resident, two-time cancer survivor, and former staff writer for “Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher.” Dryden, who is also a Highlander columnist, will deliver an inspiring, laugh-out-loud motivational talk about life, including stories about his own personal battles with cancer. For more information, call (502) 583-0075 or visit gildasclublouisville.org. (Highlands)

 

KENTUCKY AND THE CIVIL WAR CONFERENCE

University of Louisville, 2301 S. Third St., $65. The University of Louisville College of Arts and Sciences and its Arts and Culture Partnership Initiative are hosting a two-day scholar and community symposium, “Pathways to Freedom: Kentucky and the Civil War.”  Past symposia have focused on Louisville and the Ohio Valley.  This year’s focus will be the war in Kentucky as the nation struggled toward a new birth of freedom. The conference takes place Thursday, March 10, and Friday, March 11. For further information, contact (502) 852-2247 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Old Louisville) 

 

 

OUTPOST OPEN MIC

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 2 p.m., free. Singers, musicians, poets and comedians – all are welcome to sign up for a slot at the Outpost Open Mic! For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

KIDS’ SUPPORT

Gilda’s Club Louisville, 633 Baxter Ave., 10 a.m.-Noon, free. The first place cancer spreads is to the rest of the family – affecting our children, too. Make sure they have the skills needed to handle the journey ahead. This series at Gilda’s Club uses art, game play and team building to assist youth who are newly affected by cancer as well as those who have been around the block a few times. Parents are invited for Coffee Talk while children are in session. The series lasts until April 30. For more information, call (502) 583-0075 or visit gildasclublouisville.org. (Highlands)

 

COMPUTER BASICS

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

 

SECOND SATURDAY FAMILY DAY

Frazier International History Museum, 829 W. Main St., Noon-5 p.m., $6-$9.50 (kids free). This Second Saturday is all about HERstory! For Women’s History Month, the museum will celebrate both the traditional and not-so-traditional roles of women and girls throughout history with women-centered activities and demonstrations going on throughout the museum. Second Saturday activities are included with admission for all museum visitors. As always, museum admission is free for all Kids Club members (and it’s free to join)! For more information, (502) 753-5663 or http://www.fraziermuseum.org/learn-play/for-families-kids/second-saturdays. (Downtown)

 

 

BOURBON TASTING AND SILENT AUCTION

Captain Quarter’s Restaurant, 5700 Captain’s Quarters Road, 6:30 p.m., $65-$75. The Louisville Nature Center will hold its third annual bourbon tasting, dinner and silent auction at Captain’s Quarter’s Restaurant. Bernie Lubbers, Kentucky native son, occasional stand-up comedian, bourbon expert extraordinaire, and traveling “Whisky Professor” for the Jim Beam distillery, will both inform and entertain guests. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (502) 458-1328 or stopping by the Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Avenue.

 

INTERNET BASICS

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

 

MANGA DISCUSSION GROUP

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 4 p.m., free. Discuss your favorite manga with your friends. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

GREAT DECISIONS 2011

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m., free. A group discussion on many of today’s most urgent foreign policy issues, including U.S. national security, the rebuilding of Haiti, and responding to the financial crisis, among others. Sponsored by the Foreign Policy Association, this is a program to engage citizens in learning about the world. Participants should make a commitment to attend all eight sessions. Space is limited. Call to register. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

FINDING STRENGTH TOGETHER: NEW TOOL FOR COUPLES

Gilda’s Club Louisville, 633 Baxter Ave., 6 p.m.-8 p.m., free. Cancer is a long trip! Make sure this essential tool is packed in your bags. The four-week series at Gilda’s Club teaches the COPE model of problem solving to help couples face the inevitable challenges on the road ahead.  It’s not Jerry Springer or marital therapy – just a practical and even fun way to tackle common problems. For more information, call (502) 583-0075 or visit gildasclublouisville.org. (Highlands)

 

IRISH DANCING

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 4 p.m., free. A lively performance by the McClanahan School of Irish Dance. Refreshments to follow. Sponsored by Bon Air Friends of the Library. For all ages. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

TWIG & LEAF LANDMARK HEARING

Louisville Metro Landmarks Commission, 514 W. Liberty St., free. The Louisville Metro Landmarks Commission reviewed landmark designation for the Twig and Leaf restaurant on November 29, 2010.  The Commission deferred a decision until their hearing today. Organizers in favor of the designation are asking supporters to attend. For more information and time of meeting, call (502) 574-6230. (Highlands)

LEAPIN’ LEPRECHAUNS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., free. Test your skills in finding the leprechauns. You just may come away with a pot of gold. Ages 4 and up.  For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS: NO MORE BLAH, BLAH, BLAH

Gilda’s Club Louisville, 633 Baxter Ave., 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m., free. Maximize your conversations about cancer and cancer treatment with health-care professionals, your kids, your family and friends. Learn how to ask pertinent questions to get the answers you need, as well as tips on navigating difficult conversations. A light breakfast will be served at 9 a.m. For more information, call (502) 583-0075 or visit gildasclublouisville.org. (Highlands)

 

GREEN EGGS AND HAM

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., free. Listen to Dr. Seuss’ silly story and devour some delicious green eggs and ham. For more information, call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

MOLLY HARPER BOOK SIGNING

A Reader’s Corner, 138 Breckinridge Lane, 1 p.m., free. Molly Harper, author of the critically acclaimed Jane Jameson “Nice Girls” vampire romance series, will hold a pair of local book signings for her latest novel, “How to Flirt with a Naked Vampire.” Harper is greeting fans at 1 p.m. on March 19 at A Reader’s Corner. Later that night, she will be at The Bard’s Town, 1801 Bardstown Road, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call A Reader’s Corner at (502) 897-5578 or The Bard’s Town at (502) 749-5275. (Various)

 

INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY DATABASES

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

 

HENNA BODY ART

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 4 p.m., free. Learn the art of temporary Henna tattoos! For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

STORYBOOK STEW

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., free. Stories and treats for children ages 3-8. For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

JOIN THE CHALLENGE

The 23rd annual American Diabetes Association Alert Day, a one-day, “wake-up” call asking Americans to “Join the Million Challenge” by taking the Diabetes Risk Test to find out if they are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, and if they are at high risk to speak with their health care provider. The Diabetes Risk Test is available in English and Spanish by visiting stopdiabetes.com, by calling 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or by texting  JOIN to 69866 (Standard data and message rates apply). (Various)  

 

ASK THE DOCTOR NIGHT

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglass Blvd., 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., free. Peter Salerno, D.Min., S.T.M., will address the Louisville/Southern Indiana Chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance. Salerno is the founder of the Old Louisville Counseling Center, has practiced for over 30 years, and is trained in the field of hypnosis. Dr. Salerno will give a presentation on how hypnotism can be used to treat depression, and will present social and personal skills that will be helpful. The speaker series is open to the public. For more information, contact Carl Brown (502) 479-9941, Mike Kuhl at (502) 635-6142, or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands).     

 

WRITING CLUB

Highlands/Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 5 p.m., free. Are you a teen writer? A poet? Thinking about starting your own ‘zine?  Just want to see your name in print? Join the Outpost Writing Club! For more information, call (502) 574-1672. (Highlands)

 

CHILDREN’S SPRING CONSIGNMENT

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglass Blvd., free. The Children’s Spring Consignment Sale, sponsored by St. Paul UMC’s Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), will take place on Friday and Saturday. Sign up now to consign! Sellers receive 70 percent of their sales with the remaining 30 percent going to the St. Paul MOPS group. Accepting sizes infant to 14 clothing for spring/summer, toys, furniture, books and maternity clothes. To consign, register now at www.stpaulchurch.net. For more information, call (502) 459-1595. (Highlands)

 

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)

 

BRIGHTSIDE/UPS COMMUNITY WIDE CLEANUP

Louisville Metro area, 8 a.m. -Noon, free. Register your family, friends, employer, place of worship, suburban city, group, organization or school for the Brightside/UPS Community-Wide Cleanup. Last fall, more than 5,400 volunteers removed 28 tons of trash from streets, sidewalks and green spaces. Volunteers receive free bags and gloves.  T-shirts available to the first 5,000 volunteers. Supply pickup will be 10 a.m., March 19 at the South Louisville Community Center. For Additional Information, (502) 574-5000. (Various)

 

SOUP AND SALAD WITH BHA

Home of Dennis and Stephanie Dutton, 1638 Spring Drive, 6 p.m. $10.  The Bonnycastle Homestead Association (BHA) sponsors this event on nurturing trees in your neighborhood. The speaker will be Mark White, arborist for the city of Louisville. His topic is “Which Trees and What to Do About Them.” Contact Claudia Runge to reserve a spot: (502) 749-5675 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)  

 

HARRY PICKENS TRIO “WARM IT UP FOR SPRING”

Gilda’s Club Louisville, 633 Baxter Ave., 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., free. Join Gilda’s Club as Harry Pickens Trio treats everyone to jazz with an evening of music guaranteed to warm the heart and fortify the soul. Pickens has performed with jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie, James Moody, Milt Jackson, Freddie Hubbard and Joe Henderson, as well as many other top players. For more information, call (502) 583-0075 or visit gildasclublouisville.org. (Highlands)