Louisville, KY Metro Calendar

Tax Calendar

Wed, 04 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 04, 2006 - Tuesday, January 01, 2030
Schedule for Filing an Occupational License Tax Return (Form OL-3) For Fiscal Years Ending Due Date December 31 April 15th January 31 May 15th February 28 June 15th March 31 July 15th April 30 August 15th May 31 September 15th June 30 October 15th July 31 November 15th August 31 December 15th September 30 January 15th October 31 February 15th November 30 March 15th Schedule for Quarterly Net Profit License Tax Deposits (Form OL-3D) For FiscalYears Ending 1st DepositDue 2nd DepositDue 3rd DepositDue 4th DepositDue December 31 April 15th June 15th September 15th December 15th January 31 May 15th July 15th October 15th January 15th February 28 June 15th August 15th November 15th February 15th March 31 July 15th September 15th December 15th March 15th April 30 August 15th October 15th January 15th April 15th May 31 September 15th November 15th February 15th May 15th June 30 October 15 December 15th March 15th June 15th July 31 November 15 January 15th April 15th July 15th August 31 December 15 February 15th May 15th August 15th September 30 January 15 March 15th June 15th September 15th October 31 February 15 April 15th July 15th October 15th November 30 March 15 May 15th August 15th November 15th Schedule for Filing an Employee Withholdings Tax Return (Form W-1) Quarter Ending Due Date March April 30th June July 31st September October 31st December January 31st Schedule for Monthly Deposits of Employee Withholdings (Form W-1D) Month That Wages Were Withheld Monthly Deposit Due Date January February 15th February March 15th March April 15th April May 15th May June 15th June July 15th July August 15th August September 15th September October 15th October November 15th November December 15th December January 15th* All tax returns or deposits must be postmarked or hand-delivered by the tax due dates to avoid any penalty and/or interest from being assessed.

NatureScape Grant Applications Available

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 4:00 p.m. deadline
Brightside is now accepting NatureScape Beautification Grant applications. Brightside strives to find ways for all Louisvillians to keep our community clean and green. In response to so many beautification requests, Brightside created the NatureScape Grant Program. These grants are designed to help neighborhood groups, other non-profits, and suburban cities keep public spaces in their community looking their best. This program connects these active and civic minded groups with resources and financial assistance to implement beautification projects. Click here for information on the application requirements.

Sherlock Holms & The Clocktower Mystery

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, November 15, 2008 - Sunday, February 15, 2009
A MURDER-MYSTERY IS AFOOT AT THE FRAZIER MUSEUM! SHERLOCK HOLMES & THE CLOCKTOWER MYSTERY A terrible crime has been committed and Victorian London's most celebrated detective needs your help to find out "whodunit"! This family friendly, interactive, wildly entertaining and very clever murder-mystery will test your powers of observation and deductive reasoning. Presented in eight chapters, each representing a different location in the story, you will need your thinking cap to solve this baffling thriller! Movement through the exhibit is sequential and all who enter the exhibit will be handed a "Detective Guide" that contains a map and a place to record clues and suspects. What is the Clocktower Mystery? It's a crime to solve and an exhibition to experience! Upon entering the exhibit, you will be transported back in time. The sights, sounds and smells of turn-of-the-century London greet you at every turn. The first locale is the clocktower, where a murder has taken place. The other seven rooms that comprise the exhibit range from the clocktower to a seamy dock-side attic. While walking through the scenes, you are given clues to the mystery surrounding the murder. These clues-carefully placed as physical evidence among the many period objects in the rooms- are handwritten police reports, overheard sound tracks of interviews, printed summaries of the events and even tell-tale odors. Each scene is laden with clues and "red herrings". Once you feel that you have the name of the murderer or have reached the final chapter, you will find yourself at the door that leads to a study. In the study, there is an interactive consultation with one of the characters of the story (who is played by a live actor). You will be questioned about your conclusions, and the mystery is solved in a dramatic finale.

Christmas Trees Can Have New Life After Holidays

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Friday, December 26, 2008 - Wednesday, January 07, 2009 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Brightside, in partnership with Solid Waste Management and Public Works, is asking you to turn "live" Christmas trees into mulch after holiday season. Individuals can take their tree to a Louisville Tree-Cycling center on December 29th, 30th, 31st and again on January 5th, 6th, and 7th to one of three government sites listed below. All locations listed below are open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Recycling Center - 595 Hubbards Lane Public Works Yard - 617 Outer Loop Waste Reduction Center - 636 Meriwether AvenuePersons Taking trees to the Tree-Cycling sites listed are encouraged to bring containers and take home the fresh evergreen mulch.For every five trees recycled, approximately 35 pounds of mulch can be created and used to help new plant and tree growth. This mulch performs particularly well for acid-loving plants such as azaleas and rhododendrons.Starting December 26th, residents with City curbside yard waste pick up, can set Christmas trees and greenery out on their regular collection day. Residents living in the suburban areas should check with their collection service to verify when service will begin. Christmas tree vendors can recycle their unsold trees on Wednesday, December 31st at the Hubbards Lane location.Brightside is Louisville's non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship and beautification. Be a part of that process by recycling your Christmas tree!

2009 Holiday Waste Collection Schedule

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 01, 2009 - Thursday, December 31, 2009 2009 Holiday Waste Collection Schedule
2009 Holiday Waste Collection Schedule There is no waste collection on Metro Government holidays. When a holiday falls on a weekday, all collections for that day (garbage, yard waste, bulk waste and curbside recycling) will be canceled and collected the following day. All collections for the remainder of the week are delayed by one day. The staffed recycling centers will also be closed in observance of the holidays.The following holidays will be observed for 2009:January 1 – New Year’s Day January 19 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day May 25 – Memorial Day July 4 – Independence Day September 7 – Labor Day November 26 – Thanksgiving Day December 25 – Christmas DayThe Household Hazardous Materials drop-off site known as HAZ BIN will be closed in observance of the following holidays.May 23 - Memorial Day - weekendJuly 4 - Independence DaySeptember 5 - Labor Day - weekendNovember 28 - Thanksgiving - weekendDecember 26 - Christmas - weekend

Glass Jewelry Workshop

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 03, 2009 - Saturday, January 31, 2009 Saturdays 1pm-4pm
Come to Glassworks Walk-in Workshop and learn to make your own jewelry using different techniques in glass. You will make three pieces of jewelry of your choice. Fee: $90

One Day Glass Blowing Workshop

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 03, 2009 - Saturday, January 31, 2009 Saturdays 10am-5pm
Come into the hotshop to warm up and learn how to blow glass. You will receive hands-on instruction and be taught how to gather out of the glass furnace, use a variety of tools, shape and blow hot glass, and more! Fee: $175

Beechmont CC: Rascals of Ragtyme

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 06, 2009 10:15 a.m.
The Rascals of Ragtyme have made toes tap and smiles that appeal to all generations. Their hot New Orleans Jazz and Dixieland music will warm you on a cold winter’s day! The Rascals provide a fun-filled hour for everyone, as they test your knowledge about popular songs, bands, and composers from previous decades. Part of the Mayor's WinterScene Program. Free.

Become a Naturalist at Heart at the Falls of the Ohio

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - Saturday, January 10, 2009 Jan 7 1pm-2pm, Jan 10am-11am
Do you think of yourself as a naturalist at heart? If so, consider joining the Naturalist at Heart program at the Falls of the Ohio State Park. This exciting program was created to combine education and volunteering. Interested applicants are interviewed to establish mutual goals. Volunteer interests are matched with the needs of the park and its visitors. Now in its fifth year, new participants may attend the program orientation either January 7 from 1:00 to 2:00 or January10 from 10:00 to 11:00. Those unable to attend on either date can schedule an individual orientation. Participants will be offered free classes relating to the natural and cultural history of the Falls of the Ohio. Subjects include geology, biology, archaeology, history, interpretation, and more. Certification as a Naturalist at Heart is reached after 40 hours of lessons and 50 hours of volunteer time at the park. Most of the classes are open to the public and typically last three hours. Level I classes are offered twice – Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Speakers are park staff or invited experts. If you would like to participate in this educational opportunity at the Falls of the Ohio State Park call 812-280-9970. # # # Alan Goldstein, Certified Interpretive Planner Interpretive Naturalist

January 7th Volunteer Orientation

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 07, 2009 4 pm - 6:30 pm
Volunteer Orientation at our shelter. Includes overview of safety rules and regulations, and a tour of our shelter. It will end with more specialized training and future volunteer sign up times and dates, so come prepared.

Fiscally Fit

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 08, 2009 6:00-7:30 pm
Fiscally FitDescription: Are your finances in shape? Find out ways to create wealth in your life! Admission: Complimentary Event Date & Time: 3 week workshop on Thursday, January 8th, 15th, and 22nd 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Awaken to Wellness Center 3000 Breckenridge Lane, Louisville, KY 40220

Art Sparks: Shutter Speed Project

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 10, 2009 12pm-3pm
Shutter Speed Project Learn about the history of photography and the science of motion through hands-on activities inspired by the American photographer and inventor, Eadweard Muybridge. With a focus on engaging with the museum's current exhibitions and exploring art techniques, Family Art Sparks Studios bring art alive through fun and unique activities. Free with $5 admission to Art Sparks.

16th Annual Coat Party

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 10, 2009 8:00pm til 2:00am
CABO*WABO presentsThe 16th Annual Coat Party Bring: 10 Bucks (Old Coats Appreciated!) Featuring: Radio Radio!!! Date: Saturday, January 10th, 2009 Time: 8:00pm til 2:00am Place: Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center 1860 Mellwood Ave www.mellwoodartcenter.com Proceeds Donated to The Center for Women and Families-engaging individuals and community in the elimination of domestic violence, sexual violence and economic hardship through service, education and advocacy since 1912. Don’t Drink and Drive Please Designate a Driver Beer Great Music! Food & Refreshments A Kentucky Not for Profit Organization Website & Pictures at www.cabowabo.org

Winter Wildlife Walk

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 10, 2009 10am
Join us for this gentle walk along the banks of Silver Creek as we check out winter inhabitants. David Coyte, President of the Knob and Valley Audubon Society will be our guide. All ages welcome, but children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The walk will last approximately one hour. This free program will take place rain (snow!) or shine and pre-registration not required. Wear your walking shoes (be prepared for mud) and dress for the weather. Bring binoculars if available. Regular monthly meetings of the Knob and Valley Audubon Society are held on the second Wednesday of each month at Endris Lodge in Lapping Park, Clarksville, at 7 p.m.

JMF - Getting to Know Your Forest Hike

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 10, 2009 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Jefferson Memorial Forest offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Come explore those trails and learn more about your forest. Hikes will be led by our Volunteer Naturalists. The orange trail leads you down to mossy stream bed and offers a quiet walk through a thick stand of pines. Hike is 1.7 miles, considered moderate and will take approx. 1 hour. Begins in Horine Reservation Main Parking Lot.Fee: $6.00 per person

Louisville railroad historian and author, Charles B. Castner Presents Trackside

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday, January 11, 2009 2pm
The Beargrass-St. Matthews Historical Society welcomes Louisville railroad historian and author, Charles B. Castner. He will present TRACKSIDE, a talk about our St. Matthews and eastern Louisville local railroad service and its contribution to regional development in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Film Screening: Children of Heaven

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday, January 11, 2009 2pm
Film Screening: Children of Heaven The Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Program at the University of Louisville is pleased to partner with the Speed Museum to host an Iranian Film Festival from January 11 through February 22, 2009. This festival will introduce films that are well known internationally and offer glimpses into the daily lives of ordinary Iranians. These films address issues such as family, friendship, life changing decisions, and the struggle to survive. Admission is free. (Auditorium)

5 Week Intro to Glassblowing Workshop

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 - Tuesday, February 10, 2009 6pm-9pm
This introduction course meets for five consecutive Tuesday evenings. It is intended for beginners with no experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of hot glass sculpting and glassblowing with continual emphasis on teamwork and communication. The class will focus on the primary skills needed to create basic shapes from hot glass. Students will learn how to gather molten glass, sculpt small marbles and paperweights, and explore the basics of blown forms such cups and vases. Six students maximum. Fee: $445

Health Equity Speakers Series, Dr. Hank Herrera

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 5:30
Hank Herrera, M.D. Project Manager, HOPE Collaborative Building Food Justice

Center For Health Equity Speakers Series, Dr. Hank Herrera

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 5:00 p.m.
Hank Herrera, M.D. Project Manager, HOPE CollaborativeBuilding Food JusticeMetro United Way, 334 E. BroadwayHank founded The Center for Popular Research, Education and Policy, devoted to participatory action research, capacity-building and policy development with communities seeking to achieve self-reliance. Through C-PREP Hank serves as project manager for the Health for Oakland, Its People and Environment (HOPE) Collaborative, funded by the Kellogg Foundation. C-PREP also provides management services for the Rooted in Community National Network of groups of youth and adults working together to achieve food justice. Previously he did neighborhood revitalization work in the predominantly African American and Puerto Rican neighborhoods in the northeast quadrant of Rochester, New York. He co-founded the NorthEast Neighborhood Alliance and Greater Rochester Urban Bounty, an urban agriculture and regional food system infrastructure project funded by the Kellogg Foundation Food and Society Initiative. Hank serves on the Board of the Institute for Food and Development Policy – Food First, devoted to the elimination of the injustices that cause hunger; the Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA), an innovative organization that trains farmworkers and aspiring farmers in sustainable farming practices and business development; and the New York Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (NYSAWG). Hank is a psychiatrist, a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar and a Kellogg National Fellow.

Winter Roundtables

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 11:45 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.
Winter Roundtable Series: Conversations with Leading Couples: Challenges & Leadership Lessons Learned Winter Roundtables begin January 14, 2009Get ready for an exciting Winter RT series! January 14: Alicia & Everett McCorvey, UK Opera Theatre February 19: Lynne & Barry McNees, International SPA Assn. & The Distillery District March 19: Kathy & Alan Stein, KY State Senator & CEO of Ivy Walls Management & The Lexington Legends

Being Mindful in a 9-5 World

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 6:00 - 7:00 pm
How to Be Mindful in a 9 to 5 World Are you living in the moment or constantly thinking about what comes next? Learn tools to enjoy the journey of life!Event Date & Time: Wednesday, January 14th, 6:00 to 7:00 pm Location: Awaken to Wellness Center3000 Breckenridge LaneLouisville, KY 40220 Admission: Complimentary

Baxter - Erma Bush: Footprints in Time

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Friday, January 16, 2009 6 p.m.
Experience a cultural and historic, re-creation of the life and times of African-Americans during the 1800s. Knowledge will be gained by all, while the audience interviews Erma through interactive dialogue, as she portrays historical African-Americans native to Kentucky. The content of this show deals with very serious social and economic issues of that time period.Free and part of the Mayor's WinterScene program.

Metro Arts Center: Mandolin

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Saturdays, January 17 - March 7Learn to play the mandolin, with Ken Lucchese. Students furnish their own instruments. Ages: 13 and olderFee: $55

Kindercreate Family Day

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 11am-3pm
Join us for a day of family fun at the Speed! It's a new year and a great time to introduce the joy of exploring museums with your children. Join the Speed Art Museum for its first family Day of 2009. Experiment with art making techniques, explore the museum through fun games, and experience art through imaginative play. Don't miss our special guest Zak & Wheezie from PBS kids Dragon Tales. Admission is free.

January 17th Volunteer Orientation

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation at our shelter. Includes overview of safety rules and regulations, and a tour of our shelter. It will end with more specialized training and future volunteer sign up times and dates, so come prepared.

Metro Arts Center: Youth Guitar

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Saturdays, January 17-March 7Learn to play songs on the guitar with Ken Luchese. Students furnish instrument.Ages: 8 to 13Fee: $50

Showings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” Speech at the Ali Center

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 - Monday, January 19, 2009 Sat 12pm & 1:30pm & 3pm, Sun 2:30, Mon every hour 10am-4pm
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, the Muhammad Ali Center will show the film of Dr. King’s legendary “I Have a Dream” speech given in 1963 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. Plus, travel back in time through the Ali Center’s 2½ levels of exhibits and multimedia presentations. Explore the Civil Rights Movement and experience the triumphs of notable African Americans in history. Admission: “I Have a Dream” Speech Showings – FREE

JMF - Children in Nature - Animals in Winter

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Come out with the family to discover the wonder of the forest landscape in winter. Look for animal tracks and see what animals do during the winter months. This program is led by our volunteer Naturalists and is a Children in Nature Event. All materials for discovery will be provided. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Program meets at the Welcome Center. Fee: $10.00 per family (limit 4) $5.00 for each additional person

Rockin' at Bernheim

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 17, 2009 anytime between 11am-4pm
Living in the past can be fascinating. This free event will allow you to observe the ancient art of flint knapping and view some of the decorative natural rocks used in this process. Flint knapping is a million year-old process of making stone arrowheads, projectile points, axes and other tools. Today, few people are familiar with this art, and even fewer people, in remote parts of the world, knap for survival purposes as part of their daily lives. Now people collect this "functional art." At this event, local flint knapping artists will gather to swap and sell the unique rocks used for this process and demonstrate the art of flint knapping. Each year in July, Bernheim is the site of the Central Kentucky Knap In, hosted by Dale Farris, one of the region's most renowned flint knappers. This popular, weekend event includes artisans from states throughout the region and is appropriate for both children and adults. FEE: Free, advance registration not required

Film Screening: Two Women

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday, January 18, 2009 2pm
Film Screening: Two Women The Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Program at the University of Louisville is pleased to partner with the Speed Museum to host an Iranian Film Festival from January 11 through February 22, 2009. This festival will introduce films that are well known internationally and offer glimpses into the daily lives of ordinary Iranians. These films address issues such as family, friendship, life changing decisions, and the struggle to survive. Admission is free. (Auditorium)

Metro Arts Center: Silversmithing

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, January 20 - March 10Learn basic fabrication methods of shaping, joining, and finishing jewelry, with Aerie Meredith.Ages: 15 and olderFee: $55

01-20-09-Hope to Change A Community-Wide Inauguration Celebration

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 7pm
We come together to celebrate and toaffirm our going forth together with music, speakers, and fellowship.Speakers include:Bob Cunningham, Aletha Fields, Nico Menchú, Carla Wallace.Musicians include:Cynthia Fletcher, John Gage, Carol Kraemer, Harry Pickens .We stand at an unprecedented and historic moment in our nation. At noon on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 Barack Obama will be sworn in as our 44th President. It will be a time to celebrate, AND a time to re-claim our responsibility to move from hope to change - to do our part in co-creating a more just and peaceful nation and world. We believe many people in the Louisville community will wish to come together to celebrate these historic days AND to issue the call to move "From Hope to Change".

Senior Social Event - Cornhole

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10 a.m.
Senior Social Event - 50 and Older Corn Toss Tournament. Bring a brown bag lunch. Event is free. Senior Social Events and activities are provided to create various fun, creative activities and events in a safe and structured manner.

Metro Arts Center: Youth Mosaics

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, January 21 - March 4Learn to make a mosaic using stained glass, with Robin Plank. Ages: 8 to 14Fee: $45

Air Pollution Control Board January 2009 Meeting

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 10:00 AM
Regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control Board. The Board invites the public to attend. The agenda will be available several days before the meeting. The structure of a typical agenda is below. Meeting Agenda Call to Order - Recognition of Quorum Public Recognitions Approval of Minutes Public Comment [1] Unfinished Business ... New Business ... Committee Reports ... Staff Reports Director Air Quality Data Enforcement Reports Excess Emission Reports STAR Program Projects Permit Application Reports Lawn Care for Cleaner Air Awards Adjourn The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. 1 This is a regularly scheduled agenda item to give individuals and organizations an opportunity to address the Board on air pollution issues. Presentations shall be limited to two minutes, except that the Board Chair may, for cause, allow three minutes. Persons wishing to address the Board shall notify Joseph Schweinhart, Secretary/Treasurer (502‑574‑5145) and submit a completed speaker’s registration card to the Secretary-Treasurer before 10:00 a.m. of the day of the Board meeting.

January 21st Volunteer Orientation

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 4 pm - 6:30 pm
Volunteer Orientation at our shelter. Includes overview of safety rules and regulations, and a tour of our shelter. It will end with more specialized training and future volunteer sign up times and dates, so come prepared.

Lecture by James J. Bloom

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 22, 2009 6pm
James J Bloom is an Assistant Professor of History of Art at Vanderbilt University who specializes in early modern Northern European art (1400-1700). His paper, "Animated Bodies: The Performance of Images at the Burgundian Court," explores the centrality of performative engagement to the visual culture of the early modern nobility, and traces the influence of such practices upon the historical rise of panel painting in the sixteenth century. Professor Bloom is the author of essays on Hendrick Goltzius, the Master of Frankfurt, and the economic history of panel painting, and is currently completing a book manuscript entitled The Rise of the Painted Panel in Early Netherlandish Art. His research has been supported by fellowships from the American Council of Learned Societies, the U.S. Fulbright Foundation, and the Belgian-American Educational Foundation. Admission is free. (Auditorium)

Art Sparks Shutter Speed Project

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 24, 2009 12pm-3pm
Learn about the history of photography and the science of motion through hands-on activities inspired by the American photographer and inventor, Eadweard Muybridge. With a focus on engaging with the museum's current exhibitions and exploring art techniques, Family Art Sparks Studios bring art alive through fun and unique activities. Typically offered the second and fourth Saturday year round from 12 - 3 PM. Free with $5 admission to Art Sparks.

Baxter CC: Verman Winburn

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 24, 2009 11 a.m.
Verman performs music that is heart warming, uplifting and inspiring. Verman’s passion for Gospel Music gives hope and joy to all audiences. His show is educational from a historical perspective and by interweaving traditional and contemporary music while incorporating his personal experience.Part of the Mayor's Winterscene Program. Free.

Metro Arts Center: Family Mud

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 24, 2009 Noon - 2 p.m.
Saturday, January 24 - March 14Use various hand building and wheel throwing techniques to create pottery and other clay objects, with Nola Norton. All AgesFee: $85 for 2 students; $25 for each additional student.

Film Screening: Bashu, The Little Stranger

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday, January 25, 2009 2pm
Film Screening Bashu, The Little Stranger The Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Program at the University of Louisville is pleased to partner with the Speed Museum to host an Iranian Film Festival from January 11 through February 22, 2009. This festival will introduce films that are well known internationally and offer glimpses into the daily lives of ordinary Iranians. These films address issues such as family, friendship, life changing decisions, and the struggle to survive. Admission is free. (Auditorium)

Metro Arts Center: Youth Clay

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, January 26, 2009 6-8 p.m.
Classes begin January 26 - March 16MondaysLearn to create pottery and other clay pieces, with Nola Norton.Ages 8 to 14Fee: $55

Mayor's Initiative on Public Art Committee Meetings

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, January 26, 2009 - Monday, July 20, 2009 4 p.m.
The Mayor's Committee on Public Art (MACOPA) holds full-committee meeting every other month. The meetings are open to the public. These meetings are an opportunity for committee and subcommittee chairs to share progress on their work and to share ideas. These meetings take place in the downstairs meeting rooms at 21C on Main Street between 7th and 8th. Below is a list of the full committee meetings scheduled during the public art planning process for 2009. Full Committee Meetings Schedule: January 26, 2009 March 16, 2009 May 18, 2009 July 20, 2009

Mayor's Community Conversations Jan 26th

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, January 26, 2009 6:30 PM
These monthly meetings are a place for citizens to build strong relationships with Mayor Jerry Abramson, Louisville Metro department directors and Council members. The Mayor’s Community Conversations (MCC) are normally held at 6:30 p.m. on the 3rd Monday of each month except December. This month’s MCC is on the 4th Monday due to the Martin Luther King Holiday. The 2009 dates for MCC are tentative and are subject to change, please contact MetroCall to confirm date and time. Free.

Metro Arts Center: Stained Glass & Mosaics

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, January 28, 2009 6 - 9 p.m.
Wednesdays, January 28 - February 25Learn to make stained glass windows and mosaics, with Donna Hardesty.Ages: 14 and olderFee: $65

Cookie Dessert Extravaganza

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 29, 2009 5:30-8:00 pm.
Cookie Dessert ExtravaganzaBenefiting Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana Thursday, January 29th, 2009 Gourmet Desserts made from Girl Scout Cookies Hors d'oeuvres Live & Silent Auction Music Competing Chefs Signature Drinks

UofL Morgan Lecture Series: Jamie Horowitz: Eating Architecture 7 Eating Local on College Campuses

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 29, 2009 6pm
U of L Morgan Lecture Series: Jamie Horowitz (Lecture I) Eating Architecture & Eating Local on College Campuses Observing what, where, and how people eat--a window into any culture--opens a vantage point on the culture of higher education and the history of campus architecture. Dinner was first served in 1529 to Oxford faculty sitting above and perpendicular to their students at Christ Church's Tudor Hall. In the 20th century, food services were incorporated into on-campus living quarters, where eating with one's peers anchored collegiate life socially, spatially and temporally. More recently, as cafes and snack bars complement each new or remodeled building, a distributed network of food and drink supports a more urban style of sociability on campuses, threading together refreshments with activities. With eating happening everywhere, and environmental concerns changing priorities and appetites, more students, faculty and administrators are seeking ways to use architecture and food to rebuild their commons. Among these efforts is an Ivy League college that made a commitment to eating fresh and "local" prior to redesigning their food services and student center. By engaging local producers and redesigning space for delivery, storage, preparation, service, clean up and disposal, the college improved their cuisine and the health of its regional economy. They also reinforced connections on-and off-campus, opened distribution channels and linked the interests of communities and environments in this demonstration of sustainable architecture. Admission is free. (Auditorium)

Riverside - Beginning Quilting Class

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 29, 2009 10:30 a.m.
Make a quilt with expert quilter Lynne Leach at Riverside's Visitors Center! Class starts on January 29th and will be held each Thursday through March 19, 2009 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Cost is $90/person for a total of 24 hours of wonderful instruction.

A Night of Maximized Living

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 29, 2009 5:30-8:00 pm
A Night of Maximized Living presented by Awaken to Wellness Event Date & Time: Thursday, January 29, 2009 5:30- 8:00 pm Location: The Temple on Brownsboro Road 5101 Hwy 42, Louisville, KY 40241 In 2009, you can commit to reclaiming your life and taking your health, wealth, and energy to a new level. This event will empower you to step up to your greatness and unleash the power within! Join us for a healthy dinner and an exciting motivational speaker. Dave Mager is a sought-after speaker and author of "Health Is A Journey", and he will empower you to obtain maximized living! Admission: $25 for one or two for $10 total

Metro Arts Center: Painting

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, January 29, 2009 6 - 9 p.m.
Thursdays, January 29 - March 19Study color, light, form and space, with George Taylor, using oils or acrylics. Ages 14 and older. Ages: 14 and olderFee: $70

January 31st Volunteer Orientation

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 31, 2009 3:30 pm - 6 pm
Volunteer Orientation at our shelter. Includes overview of safety rules and regulations, and a tour of our shelter. It will end with more specialized training and future volunteer sign up times and dates, so come prepared.

Put Your Hope into Action!

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, January 31, 2009 10 am - Noon
WVP 2009 Workshop Series Put Your Hope into Action! Discover How to be an Effective Community Advocate Saturday, January 31, 2009 10 a.m. - 12 noon Muhammad Ali Center 144 N. Sixth Street Louisville, KY Special Guest Speakers Eleanor Jordan Executive Director, Kentucky Commission on Women Colmon Elridge Executive Assistant to Gov. Steve Beshear Sponsored by: Women of Vision and Purpose and Muhammad Ali Center

Neighborhood Link - Feb 2nd

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, February 02, 2009 6 - 8:30 pm
Neighborhood Link is a national program that provides free websites for not-for-profit associations. The Louisville Metro Department of Neighborhoods offers training assistance to neighborhoods so they can establish and maintain their own free website. The training sessions are held on the 1st Monday of every other month at the main branch of the Louisville Free Public Library from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The workshop is free, but registration is required due to limited computer terminals.

Newburg CC: Mark Stampley Jazz Performance

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, February 03, 2009 11:30 a.m.
This performance presents West African Rhythms, Blues, Latin Music, Rock n’ Roll, Minstrelsy, and Reggae, in a way that shows the progression of American history in the perspective of Congo Square, New Orleans. Famous African-American, Hispanic and Caribbean composers and performers such as, James Bland, Robert Johnson, Chuck Berry & Bob Marley are represented in performances. Part of the Mayor's Winterscene Series. Free.

Historic Locust Grove - Kentucky Painters

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, February 04, 2009 1 p.m.
Estill Curtis (“Buck”) Pennington, formerly with Archives of American Art and the National Portrait Gallery, will talk about early artists in Kentucky and in the South. His new book on Kentucky paintings, Kentucky: The Master Painters, has just been published. The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. This year’s theme is The Material World: Art, Architecture, and Design in Early Kentucky. Dessert and coffee are served at 1 p.m. with the lecture immediately following at 1:15. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Blow a Kiss

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 07, 2009 - Sunday, February 15, 2009 February 7,8, 12-15
Do something different this Valentine's Day! Heat it up by entering the Glassblowing studio and blowing a kiss WITH or FOR your honey!Fee: $50

Cherokee Park - Champions Event

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 07, 2009 9 a.m. - Noon
Olmsted Parks Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help preserve facilities, remove unsightly litter, eradicate invasive plants, rebuild trails and restore native plants in our parks.

JMF - Orienteering - Map and Compass Skills

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 07, 2009 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Get lost…then learn the skills that will help you find your way back to your campsite! Our staff will show you the basics of orienteering and planning a path that will get you to your destination. A great activity for parents and kids ages 10 and up. Please dress for the weather. Meets at the Horine Parking Lot. Fee: $6.00.

One Day Stained Glass Workshop

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 07, 2009 - Saturday, February 28, 2009 Saturdays, 1pm-4pm
Come in to the Walk-in Workshop and learn to create stained glass. You will make 3 pieces with the assistance of an instructor. Fee: $100

Portland CC: Sing Along With A Diva

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, February 10, 2009 10 a.m.
This upbeat soloist is sure to brighten your summer days with songs from days gone by. It’s pure magic with the cool tones, songs, trivia and smiles that will chase away the blues.Free. Part of the Mayor's Winterscene Series.

Clutter Clearing

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, February 11, 2009 6:00-7:00 pm
Clutter Clearing Create space, peace, and tranquility within by clearing the clutter in your professional and personal environments! Event Date & Time: Wednesday, February 11th, 6:00 to 7:00 pm Location: Awaken to Wellness Center 3000 Breckenridge Lane, Louisville, KY 40220 Admission: Complimentary

Senior Social - Valentine's Dance

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, February 12, 2009 10 a.m.
Senior Social Event - 50 and Up Valentine Party. Lunch provided; $2 fee. Senior Social Events and activities are provided to create various fun, creative activities and events in a safe and structured manner.

JMF - Owls of the Forest

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Friday, February 13, 2009 7-9 p.m.
Learn about the silent hunters of the night forest. Raptor Rehab will bring out some of these amazing creatures to see up close. Forest Naturalists will lead paticipants on an evening hike to listen for the fascinating calls of majestic birds. Families are welcome; an adult must accompany all children. This program is appropriate for ages 6 and up. Program meets at the Horine Reservation. Fee: $6.00 per person

JMF - Valentine's Day Romantic Retreat

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 14, 2009 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Looking for something romantic to do with your sweetheart this year? Why not give them the moon, the stars, and all of Louisville? Join our staff for a romantic candlelit hike through the Forest that ends with an incredible view of the lights of Louisville. The hike’s destination is the Forest’s beautiful Manor House where you’ll be greeted by a roaring fire to warm you up, hot beverages and desserts provided by local bakeries. Meets in the Horine Reservation. Fee: $25.00 per couple. Reservations must be made by Monday, February 9, 2009.

Historic Locust Grove - The Fairest Isle

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday, February 15, 2009 5 p.m.
Louisville’s own period instrument ensemble, Bourbon Baroque, will play songs and ayres of The Fairest Isle (England). Joining the group will be Soprano Laura Lea Duckworth. This marvelous concert will be held in Locust Grove’s second floor ball room! Refreshments at 5:00, concert at 5:30. Reservations requested, tickets are $20 at the door of the house.

Mayor's Community Conversations Feb 19th

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, February 16, 2009 6:30 PM
These monthly meetings are a place for citizens to build strong relationships with Mayor Jerry Abramson, Louisville Metro department directors and Council members. The Mayor’s Community Conversations (MCC) are normally held at 6:30 p.m. on the 3rd Monday of each month except December. The 2009 dates for MCC are tentative and are subject to change, please contact MetroCall to confirm date and time. Free.

Sick & Tired Of Being Sick & Tired

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, February 16, 2009 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Sick And Tired Of Being Sick and Tired? Learn more on the importance of rest and how sleep plays a vital role in living a wellness lifestyle!Event Date & Time: Monday, February 16th, 6:00 to 7:00 pm Location: Awaken to Wellness Center 3000 Breckenridge Lane, Louisville, KY 40220 Admission: Complimentary

Air Pollution Control Board February 2009 Meeting

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, February 18, 2009 10:00 AM
Regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control Board. The Board invites the public to attend. The agenda will be available several days before the meeting. The structure of a typical agenda is below. Meeting Agenda Call to Order - Recognition of Quorum Public Recognitions Approval of Minutes Public Comment [1] Unfinished Business ... New Business ... Committee Reports ... Staff Reports Director Air Quality Data Enforcement Reports Excess Emission Reports STAR Program Projects Permit Application Reports Lawn Care for Cleaner Air Awards Adjourn The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. 1 This is a regularly scheduled agenda item to give individuals and organizations an opportunity to address the Board on air pollution issues. Presentations shall be limited to two minutes, except that the Board Chair may, for cause, allow three minutes. Persons wishing to address the Board shall notify Joseph Schweinhart, Secretary/Treasurer (502‑574‑5145) and submit a completed speaker’s registration card to the Secretary-Treasurer before 10:00 a.m. of the day of the Board meeting.

Bylaws Tune-Up Training Feb 21st

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 21, 2009 9:00 AM - Noon
Every organization should periodically review its bylaws. When was the last time your neighborhood association or group looked at your bylaws? If it’s time for a tune-up, join attorneys from the Legal Aid Society’s Community Development Program for an informative bylaws refresher course. Learn more about the role bylaws play in an organization, basic provisions that bylaws should contain and options you may want to consider. Saturday morning workshop, $5 registration fee.Online registration is available on our website, www.louisvilleky.gov/neighborhoods.

JMF - Children in Nature - Shapes and Textures in Nature

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 21, 2009 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Discover triangles in the trees and circles in the lake! Feel the softness of a blanket of pine needles and the smoothness of a turtle’s shell. There are many shapes and textures for you and your young child to discover together in the Forest. All materials for discovery will be provided. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Program meets at the Welcome Center. Fee: $10.00 per family (limit 4) $5.00 for each additional person

CWF 22nd Anniversary Celebration

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday, February 26, 2009 Auction 5:00 pm, Dinner 6:30 pm
The Center For Women and Families 22nd Anniversary Celebration of Service & Survival This year's theme: "Strength, Courage, & Wisdom."February 26, 2009Louisville Marriott Downtown5:00 PM Reception and Auction6:30 PM Dinner and ProgramAlmost a thousand people will attend The Center’s 22nd Anniversary Celebration of Service & Survival honoring the 2009 Women of Distinction: Alice BrooksCrit LuallenMarcia RothKathy Smith-AndrewJoanne Weis

European Getaway Concert

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, February 28, 2009 7:30pm
Jewish Community Center Orchestra presents European Getaway Concert featuring Prof. Patrick Meighan on Saxohphone from Floriday State University and Beethoven's Symphony 6 (Pastorale) Non-Members $12 Members/Seniors $10 Students $8

JMF - Native Gardening - Designing Your Rain Garden

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Monday, March 02, 2009 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join Rain Garden Specialist, Phyllis Croce of MSD as she leads you through step-by-step how to plan and create your own rain garden as you learn about the positive impact these gardens have on our environment. Meets in the Horine Conference Center. Fee: $10.00 per person (includes materials)

5 Week Intro to Glass Blowing Class

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, March 03, 2009 - Tuesday, April 07, 2009 6pm-9pm
This introduction course meets for five consecutive Tuesday evenings. It is intended for beginners with no experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of hot glass sculpting and glassblowing with continual emphasis on teamwork and communication. The class will focus on the primary skills needed to create basic shapes from hot glass. Students will learn how to gather molten glass, sculpt small marbles and paperweights, and explore the basics of blown forms such cups and vases. Six students maximum. Fee: $445

Historic Locust Grove - Quiltmaking in Early America

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, March 04, 2009 1 p.m.
Shelly Zegart, internationally known curator, author, and collector, was a founding director of The Kentucky Quilt Project (1981), the country's first statewide quilt documentation effort. The KQP sparked an international movement to document quilts of particular areas, yielding multiples of exhibitions and publications. She is a member of the Appraisers Association of America and a consultant to the Quilts of Gee's Bend project. The Art Institute of Chicago acquired her private quilt collection. Ms. Zegart will focus on the quilt's importance beginning in the early settlement of our country and will also describe her current research interests and projects. The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. This year’s theme is The Material World: Art, Architecture, and Design in Early Kentucky. Dessert and coffee are served at 1 p.m. with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 p.m. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

JMF - Green Book Club

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Friday, March 06, 2009 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Donald Janzen for this fascinating look through the lens of archeology at 10,000 of pre-historic life in the Falls of the Ohio region. Dr. Janzen will also discuss the role that the Knobs of Jefferson Memorial Forest played in the life of these early peoples. Dr. Janzen is a professional archaeologist and one of the early researchers active in Falls area archaeology. He worked on such outstanding sites as the Hornung Mound, the Ferry Landing Site, and the Prather Site. Formerly a professor with Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, Dr. Janzen returned to Louisville, where his rekindled interest in the local archaeology led him to write Unearthing the Past: The Archaeology of the Falls of the Ohio River Region – now available at the Welcome Center Gift Shop. Program meets at the Horine Conference Center; Refreshments will be served. Fee: $6.00 per person + $22.45 cost of book (optional)

Two Day Glass Mosaic Workshop

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, March 07, 2009 - Saturday, March 28, 2009 Saturdays & Sundays in March
Learn a heat-free way to work with glass. In this two part class you will create an abstract design using small pre-cut pieces of glass. The next day you will grout your tray to finish your functional work of art. Each tray is 13 x 19 x 1 ½ inches. No previous glass working, tiling or grouting experience is necessary. Pieces may be taken after the second day and sealed at home.Fee: $100

Cherokee Park - Champions Event

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, March 07, 2009 9 a.m. - Noon
Olmsted Parks Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help preserve facilities, remove unsightly litter, eradicate invasive plants, rebuild trails and restore native plants in our parks.

Blow Your Own Beer Mug

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, March 07, 2009 - Saturday, March 28, 2009 Saturdays
Work with one of our glass artists to design and blow your very own Beer Mug! Mugs will be mold blown and we will add a glass foot and handle for the perfect beer drinking vessel! Fee: $75

Riverside - "Then and Now" Photo Collection Event

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday, March 07, 2009 TBA
Bring in your old photographs of Southwest Louisville for possible inclusion in one of two new local history books. This free event is an opportunity to share your memories of the area with others and meet the authors of two new "Then and Now" books on Southwest Louisville that are in progress. .