SATURDAY, JUNE 1
SPOTLIGHT: BUTCHERTOWN ART FAIR
The 2013 Butchertown Art Fair takes place Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. The fair is located along East Washington Street between Shelby and Wenzel streets. This long-running fair highlights the talent of local artists and crafters while showcasing the character of the Butchertown neighborhood. You can find pottery, painting, photography and the like, all while walking tree-lined streets in this tucked-away urban community. While at the fair, stop by the interactive painting area, the SPOT Adoption truck and the children’s area, or just grab a sip and nod your head to the spinning of records! There will also be a complimentary bike valet for cyclists. New this year, beer and music will be extended to 10 p.m. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or visit www.butchertown.blogspot.com. (Butchertown)
HIKE EVERY TRAIL!
Cherokee Park, Cherokee Park Road and Cochran Hill Road, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Free. Celebrate spring and National Trails Day in glorious Cherokee Park. One- and two-mile hikes are planned, or you can assist the Olmsted Parks Conservancy’s crew with trail maintenance. Free posters are available to the earliest participants. The event is co-sponsored by Olmsted Parks Conservancy and Quest Outdoors. For more information, contact Liz DeHart at (502) 456-8125 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or visit www.olmstedparks.org. (Highlands)
CRESCENT HILL GARDEN TOUR
Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $10 (an additional $8 for brunch). The gardens of local artists will be on display during the 19th Annual Crescent Hill Garden Tour. In many of the gardens, tour-goers can expect to find not only artistic gardens but also painting, sketching and other art-making throughout the day. There will even be a whimsical, child-designed garden space with hand-painted rocks, a canvas tipi and more, offering visitors ideas to try out in their own gardens to keep budding gardeners busy alongside their parents. A sit-down brunch will be available on the porch of the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House from 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets for the brunch must be purchased separately from the tour ticket. No advance reservations are required for the brunch. For more information, contact Debbie Wiebe, (502) 895-4487 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
, or visit www.crescenthillgardenclub.org. (Crescent Hill)
BULLIES AND CHROME ADOPTION EVENT
Harley Davidson Louisville, 1700 Arthur St., 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Free. Join Louisville Metro Animal Services, Slugger City Bully Buddies Inc., Tyson’s Chance, and Harley-Davidson Louisville for SCBB’s Second Annual “Bullies & Chrome.” LMAS is offering a low-cost vaccination and licensing clinic, noon-3 p.m., and SCBB will offer Canine Good Citizen testing, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. There will be lots of fun activities, demonstrations, vendors, a raffle, barbecue, an ice-cream truck and a free pancake breakfast provided by Harley-Davidson. For more information, call (502) 361-1318. (Old Louisville)
SPOTLIGHT: SPIN-A-YARN STORYTELLINGThe Little Loomhouse, 328 Kenwood Hill Road, is excited to present the 5th Annual Spin-A-Yarn Storytelling Festival on Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This family-friendly festival includes bluegrass music from The Shuttle Winders, 11 storytellers, weaving and spinning demonstrations, a blacksmith, and historic cabin tours. The first 200 visitors will receive a free Little Loomhouse T-shirt. General admission is $2; seniors 65 years and older, $1; children 6 years and under, free. Park free in the lot behind DeSales High School, 425 West Kenwood Drive. Free TARC Trolley transportation between DeSales and the Little Loomhouse. For more information, call (502) 367-4792 or visit www.littleloomhouse.org. (Kenwood) See page 16 to learn more about The Little Loomhouse in “A Woven History,” submitted by Emily McConville, The Highlander’s summer intern from duPont Manual High School’s Communication/Media Arts magnet program.
C.C. COYLE EXHIBITION
Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft, 715 W. Main St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tues.-Sat. (11 p.m.-5 p.m., Sun.), $5-$6. The Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft presents an exhibition of paintings by Kentucky native C. C. Coyle from the Berea College permanent collection. For more information, call (502) 589-0102 or visit www.kmacmuseum.org. (Downtown)
WINGS FOR KIDS
Tom Sawyer State Park, Steve Henry Airfield, 3000 Freys Hill Road, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Free. This air show and family event is hosted by the River City Radio Controllers. The show takes place June 1-2. For more information, call (502) 629-8060. (Tom Sawyer Park)
RIVER CANOEING CLASS
Jefferson Memorial Forest, 11311 Mitchell Hill Road, 1 p.m.- 5 p.m., $15. Jefferson Memorial Forest is offering a basic four-hour class in river canoeing. The course will cover the basics of boat control and paddle strokes for moving water, along with how to prepare for a safe day on the river. Participants must be age 12 or older, able to swim confidently, and comfortably sit in and paddle a canoe in slow-moving water (parent or legal guardian must accompany any participant under age 18). All equipment is provided. Dress to get wet and wear shoes that will stay on your feet – that means no flip flops! Pre-registration is required. For details, call (502) 368-5404 or visit www.memorialforest.com. (Jefferson Memorial Forest)
SPOTLIGHT: 23RD AMERICANA WORLD FEST
Thanks to a new partnership between the Americana Community Center and Iroquois Amphitheater, the 23rd Annual Americana World Festival at Iroquois Park will take place on Saturday, June 1 at the amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Americana World Festival is a free, family-oriented event that brings together members of the local community to share and celebrate the cultural heritages of the Louisville Metro community. Entertainment will include local favorites Appalatin, The Monarchs, and all-lawyer band 100% Legal. A Kids Zone will feature games and activities for children, such as face painting and bounce houses, until 8 p.m. A variety of food and beverages will be sold as well as international crafts and goods. For more information, contact Dana L. Duncan, Community Liaison, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or visit www.americanacc.org. (Iroquois Park)
SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL
Waterfront Park (North Lawn), 4 p.m. (Show starts at 6 p.m.), $30-$60. The Soul Food Festival is an inviting event that highlights the aroma of soul food cooking in the air while bringing together families and friends. Entertainers include Color Me Badd, Troop, Avant, Silk, and Guy featuring Aaron Hall. For more information, call (877) 415-7258 or visit ilovesoulfood.com. (Downtown)
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF KENTUCKIANA BIG EVENT
Louisville Marriott Downtown, 280 W. Jefferson St., 6 p.m.-10 p.m., $150. “Club Riviera: An Evening in the South of France” is the theme for Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana’s 11th Annual Big Event. In addition to live and silent auctions, guests will hear from Shawnee Club alumnus Ta-Mmerick Gates and will be entertained by a dance team from the Ed Endres Club. Brown-Forman Corporation returns as the event’s Presenting Sponsor. For more information, contact Kerri Arnold at (502) 585-5437 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 2
FREE JUNK DROP OFF
Waste Management Outer Loop Landfill, 2673 Outer Loop, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Free. Bulk waste and junk drop-off event at the Outer Loop landfill. Unacceptable items: yard waste (grass, limbs, leaves, etc.), hazardous materials, paint, tires, and commercial trash. Call (855) 217-1204. (Outer Loop)
FREE WALKING TOUR OF DOWNTOWN LOUISVILLE
Louisville Visitors Center, 301 S. Fourth St., Fri. and Sun., 2 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m., Free. PossibiliTours Walking Tours provide historical and architectural anecdotes about Possibility City while exploring the heart of downtown on foot. Louisville is a city of inspired hope and creativity and of great pride in its uniqueness. You’ll explore Fourth Street, Whiskey Row, Museum Row on Main, and the civic district. A local volunteer will lead you on a free, one-hour walking tour (weather permitting) departing from the Visitors Center. Walk-ins are taken based on availability; call one day ahead of time to reserve a spot. For more information, call (502) 379-6109. (Downtown)
MONDAY, JUNE 3
AN EVENING WITH LILLIAN BAXTER
Vault, 1031 S. Sixth St., 7:30 p.m., $15. Come share an evening with Hollywood’s favorite “has been!” Washed up TV variety show hostess Lillian Baxter presents her cabaret-memoir through June 9, but there will be a special theatre industry night on Monday, June 3. Join Baxter as she tells the tales and sings the songs of her long, arduous climb to the middle. This show has songs from the Great American Songbook arranged by Jay Schwandt and hilarious comedy from the twisted mind of John Vessels. For more information, call (312) 316-8158 or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 4
INDOOR FLEA MARKET
American Legion Iroquois Post, 800 W. Woodlawn Ave., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Free. The Indoor Flea Market takes place every Tuesday. Lunch is available for $2. Table rental is $5. Call Paul at (502) 968-2593. (Beechmont)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5
WAR OF 1812: PRIVATE WILLIAM GREATHOUSE
Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Lane, 1 p.m., $5 ($3 for members). When Kentucky Governor Isaac Shelby was tasked with raising troops for a war with the British and the Indians, Kentuckians responded with fervor. William Greathouse was one of more than 3,500 Kentuckians who answered Shelby’s call to arms in 1813. He took part in the Battle of the Thames, considered the turning point of the war. The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served with the lecture immediately following. Reservations are not required. More info at (502) 897-9845 or locustgrove.org. (Blankenbaker)
THURSDAY, JUNE 6
WOMEN WHO WRITE
Highlands/Shelby Park Branch Library, 1250 Bardstown Road, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Free. The monthly meetings of Women Who Write offer women writers the opportunity to meet, read and critique, share ideas and create new work. For more information, call (502) 541-4670. (Highlands)
MAVENS OF MISCHIEF
The Bard’s Town, 1801 Bardstown Road, 8:30 p.m., $10. The Mavens of Mischief are back at it: bigger, better and more bedazzled than before! These sassy lassies specialize in classic-style burlesque, Charleston, blues, bump and grind, and all things historical. Let them entice you with a night out full of tease, comedy, fantastic costuming and variety acts. The show, hosted by Narina the Naughty, features burlesque artists CeCe Swingtime, Marvelously Mae, D’arcy Decadence, Mistress Makari and Madame Curinette. The show also features songs and variety acts by Simone DeBonBon, the Vendalay Brothers and more. More info at (502) 749-5275 or www.mavensofmischief.com. (Highlands)
COFFEE CUP THEATRE PRESENTS STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Rudyard Kipling, 422 W. Oak St., Times vary, $15 adults ($10 students/seniors). Coffee Cup Theatre Company will stage Robert Harling’s award-winning play “Steel Magnolias.” Under the direction of CCTC Artistic Director Dan Welch, the production will be performed June 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15. For more information, call (502) 299-8501, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
, or visit coffeecuptheatrecompany.org. (Old Louisville)
FRIDAY, JUNE 7
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 more information, call (502) 583-1671 or www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com. (Nulu/Downtown)