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SubscribeEvent Set for October 1 & 2 at Champions Park Features Slipknot, Avenged Sevenfold, Along with Disturbed, Korn, Slayer, The Cult, Ghost and Many More
Following a 2015 sellout with 50,000 in attendance, LOUDER THAN LIFE returns to Champions Park near downtownLouisville October 1 & 2, 2016 for the third annual destination festival celebrating the region’s culture and cuisine, and featuring award-winning bourbons and spirits, Gourmet Man Food, craft beer and some of the biggest names in rock music. Slipknot and Avenged Sevenfold top a mindblowing music lineup of over 35 bands on three stages, with performances from Disturbed, Korn, Slayer, The Cult, Ghost, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Cheap Trick and many more.
Produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, America’s premier production company for rock music festivals, Louisville’s LOUDER THAN LIFE features a selection of award-winning bourbons, whiskey, spirits, craft beer, and Gourmet Man Food curated personally by festival creator Danny Wimmer, along with a powerful music lineup of rock legends and breaking talent. The festival celebrates the bourbon culture and culinary heritage of this unique American city. In 2015, Louisville was #2 on theUSA Today list of Best Local Food Scenes and was featured in Time Magazine‘s list of America’s Best Music Scenes.
LOUDER THAN LIFE founder and producer Danny Wimmer of Danny Wimmer Presents declares, “Louisville: The home of bourbon. Great people. Great food. How can those ingredients not make a perfect place to have a festival? This is a place youhave to visit if you’re a lover of bourbon, a lover of food…a lover of life. I asked my team how we could top last year’sLOUDER THAN LIFE sellout. The easy answer? Slipknot and Avenged Sevenfold.”
LOUDER THAN LIFE tickets go on sale Wednesday, June 1 at Noon ET at www.LouderThanLifeFestival.com with limited quantities available at early bird discounted prices. Ticket prices will increase in the coming weeks, so fans are encouraged to buy early to save. See below for details.
The daily music lineup for LOUDER THAN LIFE is as follows: Continue reading
Company celebrates 65 years of inspiring dance
The Louisville Ballet has announced its 2016/2017 season, and it promises to be a milestone as the Company celebrates 65 years of inspiring audiences through the art of dance. Highlights of the season include three Tchaikovsky ballets – Swan Lake, Nutcracker and The Sleeping Beauty – as well as an innovative co-production with Louisville Visual Art. Season Packages are on sale now.
The season will open with Stars + Stripes on September 9 & 10. This stunning production will feature international ballet guest artists performing alongside Louisville’s Company. The program includes George Balanchine’s Theme and Variations, a world-premiere piece and Twyla Tharp’s In the Upper Room.
A world-premiere production of Swan Lake is the season’s second offering. The Ballet will partner with Louisville-based visual artist Ryan Daly to create a unique interpretation of this classical ballet; dance meets laser production to create an experience like you’ve never had before. Swan Lake runs Oct. 14 & 15.
The holiday classic The Nutcracker returns in December. Once again sponsored by Brown-Forman, this seasonal favorite has become a family tradition and guarantees to charm and delight both children and adults alike. The Brown-Forman Nutcracker runs Dec. 10 – 23.
Human Abstract brings Louisville Ballet and Louisville Visual Art together to create a production that pushes the boundaries of art created through collaboration; you will feel the power of the art you are seeing. Show dates are Feb. 22 – 26, 2017.
The final production that will close the 65th Anniversary Season is Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty on April 7 & 8. more
Season ticket packages are now on sale. Packages start at $50. Purchase ticket package’s online atwww.louisvilleballet.org, by calling 502.583.2623 or in-person at the Louisville Ballet box office located at 315 E. Main St. from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mon. – Fri.
Single purchase tickets will be available for purchase via The Kentucky Center for the Arts starting Aug. 1, 2016.www.kentuckycenter.org
After a group of 2000 teenagers fighting caused Mall St. Matthews to shut down and wait for police, owners of Mall St. Matthews and Oxmoor Center have announced temporary policy changes.
Beginning January 2, 2016, on Fridays and Saturdays after 4:00 P.M., anyone under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21. This new rule will include all common areas of the mall, fire exits, sidewalks, public transit boarding locations, loading zones, and the parking lot. This policy will not apply to the movie theater or to the individual stores. If a minor is in a store, shopping, after 4:00 P.M., they can remain in the store but will be required to leave once leaving the store. During these restricted hours, security officers will be at all the mall entrances and they will check the IDs of anyone appearing to be 17 or younger.
For adults accompanying minors, one adult may supervise up to four youths (defined as 10 -17 years old) as long as they remain with the teenagers at all times. Children under the age of 10 are included in this number.
The managers of the mall have stated that these measures are temporary, but have not indicated when they will be lifted.
Bring The Family, Friends And Pets And For A Day Of Fun And Season’S Greetings
Louisville – It’s the time of year when Frankfort Avenue rings in the holidays with the 20th Annual Olde Tyme Christmas on Saturday, December 5.
“Saturday is shaping up to be a beautiful day, for a sprint, a stroll, a walk with your dog or a visit with Santa,” says Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9). “It’s a great way to support the important work of United Crescent Hill Ministries who help those in need at this time of year and our local businesses with this great celebration.”
The day begins with the annual Santa Sprint & Stroll, a merry 5k Run or 1-Mile Walk presented by the Frankfort Avenue Business Association, to benefit the United Crescent Hill Ministries. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at Barret Traditional Middle School, 2561 Grinstead Drive.
The run and walk starts at 9:00 a.m. and travels a flat course on South Peterson Avenue, South Galt Avenue and Frankfort Avenue before ending back at the school, where refreshments will be served.
The following streets will closed from 8:30 am – 10:30 am, with no parking from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.:
· South Peterson Avenue from Frankfort Avenue to Grinstead Drive
· Frankfort Avenue from Stilz Avenue to the railroad tracks
· South Galt Avenue from Frankfort Avenue to Rowland Avenue
At Noon, dogs take over the Avenue with the annual Holiday Dog Walk. Registration starts at 11:30 a.m. at 2005 Frankfort Avenue, in front of the new, locally owned Bankstown Road at Frankfur Avenue pet supply store.
Free trolleys run throughout the Avenue from Noon to 5:00 p.m. and horse carriage rides are from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Many shops and restaurants will have holiday specials.
In the early afternoon, the focus shifts to the Avenue in front of Margaret’s Consignments, 2700 Frankfort Avenue. Santa will be there from Noon to 3:00 p.m. Councilman Hollander will present the Frankfort Avenue Business Association’s Golden Antler and Good Neighbor Awards at 2:00 p.m., recognizing the Avenue’s best-decorated shops and some outstanding area neighbors.
“So come out and join the fun,” says Hollander.
Several events to help Highlands Community Ministries and showcase the area
One of Louisville Metro’s most established and historic area is ready to host a week of fun and celebration of community pride that will lend a helping hand for a worthwhile cause.
“A Week in the Highlands” will get underway with eight days of events which will offer something for everyone.
“ ‘A Week in the Highlands’ celebrates the uniqueness of the Highlands with a wonderful goal of helping Highland Community Ministries continue their work of providing services to those in need,” says Councilman Tom Owen (D-8). “It a week of fun and entertainment. It’s a closer, hands-on experience and involvement with our great Highlands neighbors and businesses.”
“A Week in the Highlands” will run from Saturday October 3rd until Sunday, October 11th and features a 5K Run/Walk, a jazz and blues concert at Big Rock, arts and crafts, and a chance to tour historic Farmington.
“There are many groups and organizations who work hard to make this a special week of celebration,” says Owen. “I hope everyone will come out to help the Ministries and take a minute to enjoy the Fall with other folks who are glad to be part of this area.”
For more information about “Week in the Highlands” contact Councilman Owen’s office at 574-1108 or go online to the event website.
Here is a rundown of the events for 2015
Highlands Cup 5K Run/Walk
A beautiful Highlands run down Douglas Boulevard to Big Rock in Cherokee Park and back. Benefits go to the Highland Community Ministries.
Saturday, October 3 beginning at 8:00 am.
Douglass Blvd Christian Church
Pancake Breakfast
Benefiting Highland Community Ministries.
Saturday, October 3 beginning at 8:30 am.
Douglas Boulevard Christian Church Gym
Big Rock Jazz and Blues Fest
Live Jazz and Blues at Big Rock in Cherokee Park Benefiting the Olmsted Park Conservancy.
Sunday, October 4 from 2:00 pm. to 7:00 pm.
Big Rock in Cherokee Park
Empty Bowls Hunger Benefit
Helping Highlands Community Ministries feed the hungry with a light meal and a silent auction.
Thursday, October 8 from 5:30 pm. to 8:00 pm.
Frazier Hall, Bellarmine University
Belknap Fall Eve
There will be food and live music on the eve of the Fall Festival.
Friday, October 9 from 6:00 pm. to 11:00 pm.
The Historic Douglass Loop
Farmington Inaugural Oktoberfest
Live Music, German Beer and Authentic German Food.
Friday, October 9 from 6:00 pm. to 10:00 pm.
The Farmington Historic Plantation
21st Annual Belknap Fall Festival
One hundred booths of juried arts and crafts, plus local food vendors, kids’ fun and live music.
Saturday, October 10 from 11:00 am. to 11:00 pm.
The Historic Douglass Loop
14th Annual Farmington Harvest Festival
An 18th Century Festival at the plantation home of John and Lucy Speed, hosts to Abe Lincoln.
Sunday October 11 from 10:00 am. to 5:00 pm.
The Farmington Historic Plantation
Highlands Scavenger Hunt
A week long, family friendly event that takes scavenger hunters of all ages into the Highlands shops and restaurants to find hidden treasures.
October 3 through October 11, all day long.
Throughout the Highlands.
2015 event set for Friday, October 2nd through Sunday October, 4th
The 59th Annual St. James Court Art Show will once again bring the best artisans and craftsmen along with thousands of visitors to the Historic Old Louisville area as this traditional event gets underway during the first weekend in October.
More than 700 artisans from all over the United States return to one of Metro Louisville’s unique and historic neighborhoods for the Nation’s premier arts and crafts venue.
“Old Louisville will once again show why it is one of our most unique neighborhoods in Metro Louisville. Thousands of visitors will have the opportunity to walk, look, shop and enjoy the best arts and crafts. We are ready to welcome everyone,” says Councilman David James (D-6). “The St. James Court Art Show not only has brought millions of dollars in economic development and tourism to our City, it is an important way to help preserve this unique neighborhood.”
The Art Show offers a wide variety of booths featuring furniture, pottery, jewelry, glassworks, photography and paintings.
“The month is an exciting time to be in Old Louisville. We start the fall festivities with the St. James Court Art Show which is one of the premier art events in the United States. We are proud of how the show has grown and the opportunity if affords us to showcase this great historic neighborhood. We invite everyone to attend this iconic event,” says Howard Rosenberg, President of the Old Louisville Neighborhood Council. “The next week-end, October 9 and 10 is the Garvin Gate Blues Festival and this is followed on October 15, 16, 17, and 18 by the Victorian Tales of Terror. We end the month with the Spirit Ball on October 27 sponsored by the Conrad-Caldwell House.”
Once again the St. James Court Art Show will have some special features: Continue reading
The Clifton Center has partnered with Old National Bank and Strothman and Company to offer complimentary tickets for local students to attend select concerts that are part of the Center’s 2015-2016 Louisville Heritage Project. Students from 1st grade through college are invited to enjoy and discover musical and cultural traditions from different regions of the world and the U.S., from Latin America to Appalachia. In addition to free admittance to select concerts, participating students will receive a passport that will get stamped at each concert they attend, giving them a chance to earn a Clifton Center T-shirt.
Free tickets are available for the following concerts (more will be added, visit cliftoncenter.org for updates to the season):
Hot Rize – Friday, September 18
Cumbia All Stars and Trio Brasileiro – Sunday, September 27
Roland Dyens – Thursday, October 1
Dave Liebman – Wednesday, October 21
Eric Bibb and Corey Harris – Thursday, February 4
Dom Flemons – Thursday, March 3
To reserve free students tickets, visit www.CliftonCenter.org and use the promotional code: PASSPORT when checking out. Student status will be verified at Will Call when picking up tickets, and college students must present a valid ID. Students will receive their Passport at the first concert they attend. Tickets also available at the door, based on availability.
The Clifton Center also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, Louisville Metro Government, Music Go Round, West Sixth Street Brewing Company, DD Williamson, Republic Bank, Carmichael’s Bookstore, 91.9 WFPK, and the Friends of the Clifton Center. The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, also provides operating support to the Clifton Center with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.
