SPOTLIGHT: CRESCENT HILL OLD-FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL
The Crescent Hill Old-Fashioned 4th of July Festival takes place Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., on the grounds of the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave. Shuttle parking is available off Grinstead Drive at the Southern Baptist Seminary, 2825 Lexington Road. The festival starts with a 5K Fun Run and Antique Car Parade down Frankfort Avenue. There will also be traditional favorites like the popular pet show, children’s field games, children’s activity area, bouncies, an extensive food court, beer and brats, and a cake wheel. Two stages of live music will feature top local and regional talent with bluegrass, country, classic rock, gypsy jazz, folk, Americana, Dixieland, Celtic and more. The Kentucky Homefront “Live Radio Show” hits the Main Stage at 8 p.m. Friday, July 5 with host John Gage. There will also be a juried art fair, silent auction, and Zambelli Fireworks both nights at 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.crescenthill.us. (Crescent Hill)
MONDAY, JULY 1
FALLS OF THE OHIO SUMMER DAY CAMPS
Falls of The Ohio State Park & Interpretive Center, 201 W. Riverside Drive, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (grades 5-7); 1 p.m.-4 p.m. (grades 2-4), $125. Campers explore the outside habitats found at the Falls of the Ohio State Park, as well as the exhibits inside the Interpretive Center at this five-day camp. Students learn about science and history, including fossils, nature, native people, plants, aquatic life and more through hands-on educational activities. Naturalist-led labs available; daily snacks provided. For more information, call (812) 283-4999 or visit www.fallsoftheohio.org. (Clarksville)
MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN
Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, 8:30 p.m., Free. This delightful fantasy, shot amidst the bustle and excitement of New York City, is Miss Piggy’s favorite movie. Miss Piggy, Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and the whole muppet crew are on their way to Broadway! For more information, visit www.iroquoisamphitheater.com. (Iroquois)
TUESDAY, JULY 2
THE SEVEN BORDERS
Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft, 715 W. Main St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tues-Sat.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., $6/$5 seniors, military/Free for students with ID. KMAC presents “The Seven Borders,” an exhibition featuring work from Kentucky’s seven Border States – Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. As one of the most bordered states in the country (the only one touching seven states) the show examines the shared histories and common threads connecting a wide array of creators working in the region, including: Leticia Bajuyo, Taylor Baldwin, Denise Burge, Walter Blaine Early IV, Rashid Johnson, Joel McDonald, Tony Tasset, Joel Ross, Claire Sherman, Greg Stimac and Andrew Douglas Underwood. The show runs through Sept. 1. For more information, call (502) 589-0102 or visit www.kmacmuseum.org. (Downtown)
WATERFRONT YOGA
Waterfront Park, Brown-Foreman Amphitheater, 7 p.m., $5. Come enjoy the beauty of the waterfront and the relaxation of yoga. Classes will be held every Tuesday, weather permitting. Beginners are welcome. Bring yourself, your mat and good vibes! For more information, call (502) 541-2933. (Downtown)
FANFARE FOR THE FOURTH
Beargrass Christian Church, 4100 Shelbyville Road, 7:30 p.m., $18 adults/$15 seniors/$6 students. The Louisville Chorus presents “Musical Visions of America,” a multimedia choral cinema presentation of the founding, expansion and refinement of America. Enjoy this American historical retrospective with patriotic songs and visuals. For more information, call (502) 968-6300 or LouisvilleChorus.org. (St. Matthews)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 3
FIFTH THIRD BANK WATERFRONT INDEPENDENCE FEST
Waterfront Park, Great Lawn, All Day, Free. The 2013 Fifth Third Bank Waterfront Independence Festival, two days of free concerts, fireworks and family entertainment. July 3 is Country Night, featuring headliner Justin Moore, The Farm, and Ode 2 the Gnu. On July 4, headliner Kool & the Gang will celebrate good times with openers JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound and Brett Dennen. In addition, both nights will offer lots of great food, vendors and a free kids’ area! For more information, visit www.waterfrontindependencefestival.com. (Downtown)
THURSDAY, JULY 4
FREE HIV TESTING
Fairness Campaign, 2263 Frankfort Ave., 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Free. Free HIV testing every Thursday in July. More info at (502) 893-0788 or fairness.org. (Clifton)
FRIDAY, JULY 5
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)
SATURDAY, JULY 6
FAMILY CANOE DAY
Jefferson Memorial Forest, Tom Wallace Lake, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $10 for canoe rental. Get yourself geared-up for a family treat and special day of fun! Take a canoe out on the lake and spend time on the shore learning about the incredible creatures that live below. Ready to start paddling but not sure of where to start? Discover the basics of canoeing and spend some time on the lake practicing your skills. All equipment is provided. This program is suitable for beginning paddlers, ages 5 to adult. For more information, call (502) 368-5404 or visit www.memorialforest.com. (Jefferson Memorial Forest)
CHEYNNE MARIE MIZE ALBUM RELEASE
Clifton Center, 2117 Payne St., 8 p.m., $10-$12. The Clifton Center will host the album release concert for Cheyenne Marie Mize’s “Among the Grey,” with special guests Scott Carney of Wax Fang, Another 7 Astronauts, and modern dance troupe Moving Collective. There will be a reception at 7 p.m., including a cash bar and food from Eiderdown. Tickets can be purchased at Carmichael’s Bookstore, 2720 Frankfort Ave., or at www.cliftoncenter.org. (Clifton)
SUNDAY, JULY 7
APPALATIN
Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, 6 p.m., $5 suggested donation. What can you expect from a group of guys hailing from geographic locations such as Ecuador, Nicaragua, Mexico and Guatemala ... not to mention Kentucky? Appalatin fluently combines the sounds and styles indigenous to Latin music with that of American folk music, transcending its own unique amalgamation of truly global music. The six-member band uses all acoustic instrumentation – classical and steel guitars, traditional Native wood flutes and pan flutes, harmonica, mandolin, charango (Andean ukelele), bass, congas, bongos, cajon, maracas, cowbell, guiro and more. For more information, visit www.iroquoisamphitheater.com. (Iroquois)