Community Calendar - June 2011

 

BUDDY GUY

Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, 7:30 p.m., $30-$55. Kentucky Center for the Arts presents blues legend Buddy Guy in concert. For more information, call 1-800-775-7777. (Downtown)

 

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. Call (502) 583-1671 or visit www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com. (Nulu)

 

LIBRARY BOOK SALE

South Louisville Community Center, 2911 Taylor Blvd., 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Free. The Louisville Free Public Library holds its spring book sale, June 3-5. Adult hardbacks $3, paperbacks and children’s books 2/$1, oversized paperbacks $1, and audio/video/books-on-tape $2 each. Friday night is for Friends of the Library group members only (memberships available at the door). The sale continues on Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. For more information, (502) 574-1611. (Taylor)

 

GERMANTOWN-SCHNITZELBURG BLUES FESTIVAL

Zeppelin Cafe, corner of Burnett Ave. and Hickory St., 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m., Free. Two day blues festival in the heart of Germantown/Schnitzelburg. For additional information, (502) 724-9971. (Germantown)

 

2011 ZOOVIE MOVIE SERIES

Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 6 p.m., $5 (Free for zoo members). Bring your friends and family to the zoo on the first and third Fridays, June through September. to enjoy a movie under the stars at the wildest theater in town. Grab blankets or lawn chairs and relax as you watch your favorite movies on a giant inflatable screen. Enjoy a show from the Zoo Crew as they play games for all ages. Movie-themed snacks and other refreshments will be available for purchase. The series starts with “Yogi Bear,” and also includes “How to Train a Dragon,” “Despicable Me” and “Monsters vs. Aliens.” More information at (502) 459-2181 or www.louisvillezoo.org. (Audubon Park)

 

BETTER HEALTH COACHING

Cafe Lou Lou Building, 2216 Dundee Rd. (at Douglass Loop), 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Free.  A wellness seminar featuring: Dr. Chris Catt, ACSM, PSYD; Pam Jones, holistic health; and Shannon Mahoney, psychology. Dr. Catt will be selling and signing his new self-help book, “Leaving Life in the Fat Lane” (www.leavinglifeinthefatlane.com). More information at www.betterhealthcoach.net. (Highlands)

 

AN EVENING IN THE GARDEN

Farmington Historic Plantation, 3033 Bardstown Rd., 6:30 p.m.. $150-$1,200. Entrepreneur and educator Dan Jones is the guest of honor for this year’s “Evening in the Garden” at Farmington Historic Plantation. Jones is a Louisville native who holds degrees from Yale University and Indiana University. He has taught American history classes at the University of Louisville and is the founder of 21st Century Parks, a nonprofit with the goal of developing a 4,000-5,000 acre park and trail system in the last major undeveloped corridor surrounding Louisville. The event will also feature cocktails, entertainment, a silent and live auction, and several presentations. For tickets, call (502) 452-9920. (Highlands)   

 

JAVIER MENDOZA AND JIM PETERS

Mrs. Potter’s Coffee Lounge & Cafe, 718 Main St., 9 p.m., Free. St. Louis’ Javier Mendoza and guest guitarist/vocalist Jim Peters return to Louisville for one night at Mrs. Potter’s Coffee Lounge & Cafe. For more information, (502) 581-1867 or www.javiermendoza.com. (Downtown)

 

ZUMBA CLASSES

Episcopal Church of the Advent, 901 Baxter Ave., 9 a.m.-10 a.m. (Saturday); 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (Friday and Tuesday), $2-$7. Instructor Amy Noon offers Zumba!, a Latin-infused workout. Classes take place on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Admission is paid at the door. A portion of the proceeds go to the Church of the Advent. For more information, call (859) 757-2239 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)

 

CRESCENT HILL GARDEN TOUR

Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $10. This year’s Crescent Hill Tour features 10 charming gardens including an edible flower garden at the home of local horticulturalist Peggy Thieneman. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the tour at the Peterson-Dumesnil House, where, for an additional $6, there is a brunch from 10 a.m.-Noon. Tickets may also be purchased in advance through the Garden Tour Passport, which includes admission to the Audubon Park Garden Tour, Sat., June 25, and the Old Louisville Hidden Treasures Garden Tour, Sat.-Sun., July 9-10. For details, visit www.gardentourpassport.com. (Crescent Hill / Various)

 

TAI CHI DEMONSTRATION

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 11 a.m., Free. Come just to watch or join in this tai chi demonstration. All ages. For more information, call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

YOUTH EXPLORERS CAMP

Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 9 a.m.-Noon, $115 ($100 members). Who lives in the woods? Explore the trails and gardens as the Louisville Nature Center looks for mammals, birds, flowers and bugs that live in the woods. For ages 4-6. Camp runs from June 6-10. More information at (502) 458-1328 or www.louisvillenaturecenter.org. (Audubon Park)

 

LINE DANCING CLASSES

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglas Blvd., Noon-2 p.m., Free.  Highlands Community Ministries Senior Services is offering line dancing classes every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. For more information, call (502) 459-0132. (Highlands)

 

MAGICAL MONDAY – PUPPETS GALORE

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

THE MALTESE FALCON

Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd., 8:30 p.m., Free. A showing of the Humphrey Bogart movie, “The Maltese Falcon.” Concessions available. For more information, (502) 368-5865. (Iroquois)

 

DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR ALLIANCE MEETING

St. Paul United Methodist Church, corner of Bardstown Rd. and Douglass Blvd., 7:30 p.m., Free. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Louisville meets every Tuesday and Thursday nights in Room 110. They also have a Family and Friends group that meets at St. Paul on Tuesday nights at the same time. For more information, call Mike Kuhl at (502) 635-6142, Carl Brown at (502) 493-9183, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or dbsalouisville.org. (Highlands)  

 

BON AIR KNITTERS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Free. Bring your own needles and polish your skills with Judy A. & the Bon Air Knitters. All skill levels are welcome every Tuesday. All ages. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

STAR LIGHT, STAR BRIGHT STORYTIME

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. Ages 5-10. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., 7:30 p.m., $22.50-$71.50. Shrek the Musical brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude, and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. The show runs through June 12. For more information, call 1-800-775-7777. (Downtown)

 

ROBOT CHALLENGE

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. Join Harold Mitchell, the Junk Genius. Ages 5 and up. Sign up required. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., Free. This workshop is an overview of various online job-searching sites and includes tips and techniques for best practices when searching for jobs on the web. For more information, (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

WATER WOWS

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 11 a.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)

 

CAN YOU BUILD A DRAGON?

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

GREEK FESTIVAL

Belvedere Park, riverfront between Fourth and Sixth streets, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Free. Celebrating over 20 years of the very best in authentic Greek food, Greek pastry, Greek refreshments, live Greek music and costumed dancing – plus, a Greek grocery booth, Greek gift booth and children’s activities all under a tent, rain or shine. More information at (502) 425-7775 or www.assumption.ky.goarch.org. (Downtown)

 

3RD ANNUAL FLYOVER FILM FESTIVAL

Various locations and times, $8-$100.  The 3rd Annual Flyover Film Festival is a three-day event (June 10-12) comprised of screenings, special events and networking opportunities for film professional and audiences interested in contemporary cinema. Highlights include “Another Earth” with William Mapother (“Lost”) and “Pioneer,” featuring indie musician Will Oldham. More information at www.louisvillefilm.org. (Various)

 

PIANO CONCERT

St. Francis of Assisi, 1960 Bardstown Rd., 8 p.m., $12.  A summer evening of new piano music with Dustin O’Halloran of Berlin, Germany and Louisvillian Rachel Grimes (formerly of The Rachels). For more information, (502) 473-0617. (Highlands)

 

2011 WOMEN 4 WOMEN REPAIR DAY AFFAIR

Location given after registration, 7:30 a.m., Free. This is the 13th Annual Women 4 Women Repair Affair Day, where female volunteers are requested to help paint a home that belongs to an elderly woman selected by New Directions Housing Corporation.  Work from 8 a.m. until finish, hopefully, 3:30 p.m. or sooner. Lunch and drinks are provided. For additional information, call Women 4 Women at (502) 561-8060, ext. 226, or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Various)

 

UNITED CRESCENT HILL MINISTRIES HOME TOUR

United Crescent Hill Ministries, 150 S. State St., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $20-$30. United Crescent Hill Ministries has lined up a must-see collection of homes for its home tour. Tour proceeds will benefit youth, seniors and clients in need of emergency aid in the 40206 zip code, including Clifton, Clifton Heights and the Crescent Hill neighborhoods. The homes on tour this year are varied in appearance but all have great appeal! For more information, www.uchmlouky.org or (502) 893-0346, ext. 110. (Clifton)

 

ZOOFARI!

Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, 6 p.m.-Midnight, $75-$3,250 (corporate table). The wildest black-tie event in town. Make your way to the impressive hillside of the zoo and enjoy a gourmet sit-down dinner in the Oasis Tent. A silent auction that includes animal sculptures, art, jewelry, sports packages and much more will be available throughout the evening. A multimedia enhanced zoo animal adoption/auction will follow dinner, and afterward guests will have an opportunity to dance to live music and entertainment. For additional information, call (502) 459-2181. (Audubon Park)

 

SECOND SATURDAY FAMILY DAY

Frazier International History Museum, 829 W. Main Street, Noon-5 p.m., Free. Happy Birthday, Queen Elizabeth II! Since the early 1700s, English people have celebrated “Trooping the Colour,” an event that takes place every June to celebrate the ruling monarch’s birthday.  In 2011, “Trooping the Colour” falls on June 11. So, even though Queen Elizabeth’s real birthday is on April 21, The Frazier International History Museum is celebrating her – and other English Kings and Queens – at this month’s SECOND SATURDAY.  Kids Club members will also have access to an exclusive “birthday party,” including cake and English party games, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Education Center. Please RSVP to the party by contacting the Coordinator of Family Programs, Stephanie Moyer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (502)753-1045. (Downtown)  

 

AN EVENING OF HOPE GALA

Galt House and Suites, 140 N. 4th St., 6 p.m.-11 p.m., $125-$200. Enjoy one of the area’s premier black-tie events during an exciting evening filled with an elegant dinner, late-night dancing, a spectacular auction, and much more! And as the community comes together to party for a cause, the American Cancer Society will continue to save lives and create more birthdays by helping people to stay well and get well, find cures, and fight back against a disease that has taken too many lives. For additional information, (502) 560-6024 or www.eveningofhope.org. (Downtown)

 

PATTY SHUMWAY AND MICKI THOMAS ART SHOW

1916 Sils Avenue, 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Free. Local artist Patty Shumway and Micki Thomas, who is currently exhibiting “One hundred Pet Portraits” at Proof on Main in 21c Museum Hotel, are having a private art show and sale at Shumway’s Highlands residence. For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)

 

SECRETARIAT

Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Road, 8:30 p.m., Free. Diane Lane stars in this movie about Kentucky Derby winner Secretariat. Concessions available. For more information, (502) 368-5865. (Iroquois)

 

WILD ABOUT THE ARTS CAMP!

Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $200 ($160 members)/$96 half-day ($120 members). Let the wilderness at the Louisville Nature Center inspire you at this exciting art and nature camp, June 13-17. Work with paint, clay, printmaking and other fun materials while spending time in the preserve. Unpack your lunch and get ready for the afternoon; Shine studio personnel will be on site for music, movement, yoga, drumming and hoping, indoors and out! For ages 4-6. For more information, (502) 458-1328 or www.louisvillenaturecenter.org. (Audubon Park)

 

 

ZIPPO THE CLOWN

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., Free. Ages 3 and up. Call  (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

WEATHER ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 7 p.m., Free. Increase your understanding of weather phenomena and forecasting. For more information, call (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)

 

GOLDFINGER

Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd., 8:30 p.m., Free. Sean Connery stars as James Bond in “Goldfinger.”  Concessions available. For more information, call (502) 368-5865. (Iroquois)

 

CREATIVE MOVEMENT AND DANCE

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 2 p.m., Free. Presented by Loren Freed. Ages 4-8. For more information, call (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)

 

FULL OF HOT AIR

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. This storytime is sure to have you flying high. For ages 5-10. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

CONTAINER GARDENING

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 3 p.m., Free. Bring your own container and learn how to remove plants from their flats and arrange them in containers by color and size. Ages 10 and up. For more information, call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

FAMILY TREE SCRAPBOOK PAGE CRAFT

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 7 p.m., Free. In celebration of Family History Month, bring your family photos and create a simple family tree scrapbook page. For more information, call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

JUNK GENIUS HANDS-ON

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. Create your own sculpture to take home. Ages 5 and up. Sign-up required. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

COMPUTER BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., Free. For more information, call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

WORLD REFUGEE DAY FESTIVAL

Kentucky Refugee Ministries, 969 Cherokee Road, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Free. Kentucky Refugee Ministries will host a World Refugee Day Festival in observance of World Refugee Day. The festival will include live music, food, games, arts and crafts and more. Join in to help support the lives of refugees and enjoy an international celebration. For more information, call (502) 479-9180. (Highlands)

 

KENTUCKIANA PRIDE FESTIVAL

Belvedere, riverfront between 4th and 6th streets, Noon-11 p.m., Free. Each year the Kentuckiana Pride Foundation holds the Kentuckiana Pride Festival, a place where the GLBTQI community and its supporters can meet and celebrate. This year’s festival is on Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18. Come out and enjoy a variety of food and entertainment, plus showcases from local and regional businesses and organizations. For additional information, www.kypride.com. (Downtown)

 

BODYTALK SEMINAR

Masonic Home of Kentucky, 3701 Frankfort Ave., 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m., $5. BodyTalk is a holistic theory that looks beyond symptoms. It is based on quantum physics, Jungian psychology, and Eastern and Western medicine. Get an overview of BodyTalk on Friday, June 17. There will also be BodyTalk Access Training on June 18, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. This $150 training seminar provides the layperson and professional with a simple set of energy-based techniques to assist with health maintenance and the management of daily health challenges. To register for either seminar, www.bodytalksystems.com. (Crescent Hill)

 

INTERNET BASICS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., Free. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

UPPER HIGHLANDS FESTIVAL

Atherton High School, 3000 Dundee Rd., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Free. Lots of fun for the whole family including: live music, vendor market, (including nonprofits), petting zoo, Louisville Metro Police and Fire Department displays, face painting, inflatables, clowns, and lots of food. For additional information, call (502) 452-6057 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . (Highlands)

 

WINGS AND WANDS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 11 a.m., Free. Wear your Woodland Fairy costume, listen to fairy tales and make a magical wand. Ages 5 and up. For more information, (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

SQUALLIS PUPPETEERS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., Free. The tale of the Trick Fox. Ages 3 and up. For more information, (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

CHILL WITH THE LOUISVILLE SCIENCE CENTER

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 1 p.m., Free. Learn about the science behind snowflakes, including geometry, math and how they’re formed. Learn about the different ways animals and plants survive in cold environments and the freezing power behind liquid nitrogen. Call (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)

 

EBAY FOR BEGINNERS

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2 p.m., Free. An introduction to the world of eBay. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

KEEP YOUR COOL

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. Our storytime will cool you off. Ages 5-10. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., Free. Discussion of “God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything” by Christopher Hitchens. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

4-H ELECTRICITY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. Learn about circuits, batteries, creating a circuit board and electromagnets. Ages 9 and up. Sign-up required. Call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

LIKE THE KNIGHTS OF OLD

Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., 2:30 p.m., Free. Design your own crested shield. Ages 6-10. Call (502) 574-1793. (Crescent Hill)

 

COOKING WITH MS. PAULA

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 2 p.m., Free. Sign-up required. Ages 5-10. Call (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)

 

KINDERGARTEN COUNTDOWN AT YOUR LIBRARY

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., Free. Help your child succeed in kindergarten. It will also be held at the Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Ave., on June 30. Call (502) 574-1795 (Bon Air) or (502) 574-1793 (Crescent Hill). (Various)

 

LOUISVILLE SUSTAINABLE LIVING FAIR

Rastetter Street, 4 p.m.-9 p.m., Free. The fifth annual Louisville Sustainable Living Fair will promote sustainability and make hard choices easier by exposing participants to the wide variety of local environmentally friendly businesses, organizations and technologies in a street fair environment. This year’s event, held in conjunction with the Frankfort Avenue Trolley Hop, includes free workshops in the garden, in the home and on the road, at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., in Clifton Unitarian Church, 2231 Payne Street. Visit www.cliftonuu.org or call (502) 895-3189.  (Clifton)

 

MARGARET’S CONSIGNMENT 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Margaret’s Consignment, 2700 Frankfort Avenue, 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Free. Margaret’s Consignment will celebrate 20 years in business with an evening of champagne toasts, birthday cake, live music, a clown with balloons, and a trunk show of Dream Merchants jewelry. Guests will receive a 10 percent discount on all purchases, and are invited to participate in a Margaret Browning look-alike contest for the chance to win a $100 gift certificate to Margaret’s! Call (502) 896-4706. (Crescent Hill) 

 

F.A.T. FRIDAY TROLLEY HOP

Frankfort, Mellwood and Story avenues, 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m., Free. Businesses in the Crescent Hill and Clifton neighborhoods open their doors at the end of each month for the F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop. Ride the trolley to see art exhibits, sales and entertainment. Call (502) 550-2024 or visit www.fatfridayhop.org. (Clifton/Crescent Hill)

 

INTRODUCTION TO WORD

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 10 a.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

 

RESUME WORKSHOP

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 6:30 p.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

SARABANDE BOOKS POETRY SERIES

21c Museum Hotel, 7th St. between Market and Main, 7:30 p.m., Free. G.C. Waldrep and John Gallaher are featured in this month’s Sarabande Books Poetry Series. Waldrep‘s fourth collection, in collaboration with Gallaher, is “Your Father on the Train of Ghosts” (BOA Editions, forthcoming 2011). A different group of poets is featured at 21c on the last Monday of each month. For additional information, (502) 217-6300 or www.21cMuseum.org. (Downtown)

 

FIRE! FIRE!

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. The stories today are about fire. For more information, call (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

WATER WOWS

Bon Air Library, 2816 Del Rio Place, 2:30 p.m., Free. For more information, (502) 574-1795. (Bon Air)

 

4-H SCRAPBOOK LITERACY

Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 2 p.m., Free. Write a poem about your photographs and decorate a scrapbook page. Ages 9 and up. For more information, (502) 574-1572. (Highlands)