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Meeting set for California Community Center at 5:30pm

Councilman David James (D-6) will host a Town Hall meeting for those who would like to learn more and discuss the Natures Methane Project proposed in West Louisville on Tuesday, October 20th.

          Natures Methane has announced plans to locate an anaerobic digester in the 800 block of South 15th and 17th Streets. Councilman James is inviting the community to ask questions and learn more about the company’s operations and plans for the future.

          “There has been a great deal of debate about this project and I want to make sure everyone has the facts on what has been proposed,” says James. “I have invited the principal players in this project as well as those who have expressed their concerns to this town hall.”

          The Community Meeting will deal with two topics:

  •  Natures Methane Project in West Louisville
  • Anaerobic Digestion Technology

Both pro and con side sin the debate will be represented on the panel for discussion.

The Community Meeting will be held at the California Community Center, 1600 West St. Catherine Street from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. The California Community Center is next to California Park.

          For more information about the community meeting, contact Councilman James’ office at 574-1106.

Little ghosts and goblins of District 13 have a very special event waiting for them when Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch and the Fairdale Community Club host the 13th Annual Trick or Treat Street on Thursday, October  22nd.

“The Fairdale Community Club is a fabulous organizer of this great event for the children of our area. The businesses and other organizations who participate are to be commended for demonstrating that they care about our children having a safe Halloween experience.” says Welch.

The Fairdale Playtorium will be the spooky scene for an evening of fun between the hours of 6:00pm and 8:00pm for children 12 and under. The Playtorium is located at 10616 West Manslick Road.

There will be free refreshments as well as trick or treating inside the Playtorium and costumes are encouraged.

Since 2003, Councilwoman Welch has partnered with the Fairdale Community Club and many area businesses to make Halloween a safe and fun holiday for children and their families. Last year, over 300 children and their parents enjoyed Trick or Treat Street.

For more information about the 13th Annual Trick or Treat Street, contact Councilwoman Welch’s office at 574-1113.

Training Set For Monday, October 12th At Southwest Regional Library

Louisville – In an effort to better educate the public about a current drug problem and save lives, Councilman David Yates (D-25) is partnering with the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition to sponsor a free training session on Heroin/Opioid Overdose prevention this coming Monday, October 12th.

          ““The Heroin epidemic in Kentucky and even in our local community is staggering. We have a duty we as elected officials to help keep the public safe, says Yates. “At the same time, there are ways we can help save lives as we combat overdoses and get addicts into treatment. This training could definitely save a life.”

          The training session will take place at the Southwest Regional Library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

Kristen Keller and Phyllis Richardson of the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition will conduct the training on Heroin/Opioid Overdose Prevention. Both women lost members of their families to drug addiction.

The training will feature the following:

 ·        Learning  the signs and symptoms of heroin and opioid overdose

·        Learn how to use Naloxone (Narcan) to respond to an overdose

·        Each individual can register to receive a Naloxone kit

         “We want to encourage the public to join in this fight because opiate overdose can be prevented and we want to thank Councilman Yates for his interest in keeping our community safe,” says Keller.

         The Southwest Regional Library is located at 9725 Dixie Highway

         You can learn more here: https://kyhrc.org/naloxone-and-overdose-response/

Councilman David James (D-6) welcomes all the participants who have come to Louisville for this year’s IRONMAN Triathlon set for Sunday, October 11th.

“This is a great competition and we want to wish everyone the best of luck but residents and drivers will find out that there are many traffic changes set for Sunday,” says James. “We want the athletes to be safe and we want to minimize any frustration by drivers. So in order to plan your travels, Louisville metro police have issued the traffic changes that are in place for the competition.”

IRONMAN TRIATHLON

STREET CLOSURE AND NO PARKING AREA LIST

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2015

STREET CLOSURES

The following streets will be closed during the following times;

5:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to Bingham Way

River Road from Third Street I-64 W/B Ramp to Bingham (local access only-Joe’s Crab Shack)

7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street

River Road from Preston Street to U.S. 42

Morning traffic will be allowed west on River Road after the bicycle safety tail car. Afternoon traffic (approximately 1 pm) will be allowed east on River Road after the safety tail car.

11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Brook Street from Witherspoon Street to Main Street

Main Street from Brook Street to Third Street

Second Street (under 2nd St. bridge) from Witherspoon to River Rd.

Third Street from Main Street to Liberty Street

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Third Street from Liberty Street to Winkler Avenue

Fourth Street from Liberty Street to Chestnut Street

Muhammad Ali Blvd. from Second Street to Fourth Street

Chestnut Street from Third Street to Fifth Street

Noon to 1:00 a.m

Winkler Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street

Fourth Street from Winkler Avenue to Oakdale Avenue

Oakdale Avenue from Fourth Street to Southern Parkway

Central Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth St.

12:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Southern Parkway from Third Street to New Cut Road

Southern Parkway Ramp from Interstate 264 (Watterson Expressway) eastbound

3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Liberty Street from Second Street to Fifth Street

Traffic will only be allowed to cross the route on the following roadways when the area is clear of runners during the following times;

Jefferson Street Entire Event

Liberty Street 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Breckinridge Street 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Kentucky Street 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Hill Street 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Cardinal Blvd. 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Central Avenue Noon to 2:00 p.m.

Woodlawn Avenue 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The Watterson Expressway can also be used to cross the route during the entire event.

NO PARKING AREAS

The following streets will have no parking on them during the following times;

5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

River Road from Edith Lane to Preston Street

Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to Bingham Way

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Brook Street from Witherspoon Street to Main Street

Main Street from Brook Street to Third Street

Third Street from River Road to Liberty Street

7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Liberty Street from Third Street to Fifth Street

Muhammad Ali Blvd. from Second Street to Fourth Street

Chestnut Street from Third Street to Fifth Street

Fourth Street from Muhammad Ali Blvd. to Chestnut Street

Third Street from Liberty Street to Winkler Avenue

Winkler Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street

Fourth Street from Winkler Avenue to Oakdale Avenue

Oakdale Avenue from Fourth Street to Southern Parkway

Central Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth Street

President David Tandy (D-4) will hold a news conference on Thursday, October 8th to announce a special effort by the Metro Council to promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the month of October.

          The President will be joined by other Council Members and Representatives of the American Cancer Society and the James Graham Brown Cancer Center to encourage all women to get breast cancer screenings during this month.

          President Tandy will also announce a special reminder to the public to get tested during the month of October.

          The news conference will be held at 1:30pm in Jefferson Square Park at the corner of Sixth and Jefferson Streets.

Several events to help Highlands Community Ministries and showcase the area

unnamedOne 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

StJamesArtThe 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

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