July 14-19: Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting the
Franklin County Fair & Horse Show
at 9 am at Lakeview Park on Georgetown Rd in Frankfort KY. FMI:
(502) 330-9084 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
July 14: The Bardstown Tourist Commission is hosting
the Nelson County Fair at
the Nelson County Fairgrounds off US 31E South in Bardstown, KY
featuring midway rides, games, animals, tractor pulls, demolition
derbies, and more. Admission and times are to be announced. FMI:
1(800) 638-4877 or
www.visitbardstown.com
July 17: Christian Academy of Louisville is hosting
a CAL Family Fundraiser Run/Walk
for 8th grader Tyler Hanson who was diagnosed with Bone Cancer in May of
2008. He is currently undergoing treatment; this run/walk is to raise
money for his family. The race will be on CAL’s English Station Campus
track at 5:45 pm with the race beginning at 6:30 pm. The course is a 2
mile loop on the CAL track. Pre-registrations mailed by July 14 will
receive a free T-shirt. Registration on race day will be from 5:45-6:15
pm. Entrance fee is $25. This family event will also include music,
entertainment, and a silent auction. Dinner will be served following
the walk. FMI: (502) 299-2877
July 18: The Bardstown Tourist Commission is
presenting the Bardstown Sidewalk
Days in Downtown Bardstown, KY 40004. Stroll the streets of
historic Downtown Bardstown and visit the quaint shops as their
merchandise line the streets during this special shopping weekend.
Hours are to be announced. FMI:
www.visitbardstown.com
Fridays July 18-Aug 1: Heritage Int’l Christian Church, 660
Knox Blvd in Radcliff, KY is hosting a
Free Ice Cream Social from
5-7 pm. This event is sponsored by Heritage ICC’s Children’s Ministry.
They will be providing a FREE service to our community. Enjoy every
cold treat imaginable plus music, games, prizes, and lots of fun. FMI:
(270) 351-7770.
July 20: Canaan Christian Church, 2840 Hikes Ln in
Louisville is hosting their Free
25th Church Anniversary Community Picnic beginning at 10 am
featuring volleyball, baseball, swimming, basketball, cornhole
tournaments, face painting, concerts by local artists, movies in the
evening, food, games, and more. FMI: (502) 459-5578
July 25, 26: Greater Faith Church of New Albany is
hosting a Free Family Fun
Extravaganza that is free and open to the community featuring
Kids Fun Extravaganza, free hamburgers, free boxes of food, and other
items on July 25 from 6:30-9pm at Baxter Square, 11th & W. Jefferson
St. On July 26 there will be an event at Waterfront Park on Witherspoon
St. which includes free food for all in attendance, a Kids Super
celebration (2-4pm), a Youth Concert: Power in the Park (4-6pm) and a
Unite Family Worship on the Lawn (6-8pm). FMI: (502) 727-6133
July 26: Finchville Baptist Church, 5270 Taylorsville
Rd in Finchville, KY is offering a
Back-to-School Giveaway from 9am-12 Noon or until all items
have been distributed (Doors open at 9am sharp). There will be free
clothing, coats, shoes, and school supplies for the community. They are
also accepting donations of new or gently used items through Wed July
23. FMI: (502) 834-7973,
pastor@finchvillebaptist.com, or
www.finchvillebaptist.com
Aug 3: Greater Louisville Youth for Christ will be
hosting a Family Fun Picnic & Live
Auction at EP Tom Sawyer Park (Pavillion #1) from 4-8pm
featuring inflatables, games & face painting for kids. Dinner will be
provided by Marks Feed Store. The live & silent auction will benefit
the YFC Ministry. FMI: (502) 635-7607
Through Aug 5: “Kindergarten is the start of something
big.” Mayor Jerry Abramson would like to help your child make a
successful transition to Kindergarten with
Kindergarten Countdown 2008.
Parents & families can enroll children in the countdown program at
any of the Louisville Free Public Library Locations. The countdown
includes tips and information you should know before your child goes to
kindergarten, a book reading guide to help prepare your child, several
free celebration events for you and your child, and more. Through Aug
5, your child will receive a free “I’m going to Kindergarten” T-shirt.
FMI:
www.louisvilleky.gov/residents
Aug 5:
Slugger Field located at 401 E. Main St is hosting the
Free Kindergarten Countdown Fair
from 5:30-7:30 pm as a finale to the Kindergarten Countdown Program.
Kindergarten kids & a parent can get free game tickets. There will be
lots of informational and fun activities such as: practicing getting
on/off a real school bus, getting ID tags for riding the bus the first
week of school, meeting
teachers, getting cool free stuff, required eye/physical exams &
immunizations, lots of information, and so much more. FMI:
www.louisvilleky.gov/residents
Aug 9: Bethany United Methodist Church, 6100
Moorman Rd in Louisville is hosting a
Community Health Fair from
10am-2pm featuring free screenings for blood sugar, bone density, blood
pressure, and more. Representatives from Norton Healthcare, Urban
Active, YMCA, Family Dental, Red Cross, Crosby Chiropractic, and many
others will be available for questions. FMI: (502) 937-4040
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CONFERENCES/Meetings/SEMINARS
July
15:
Kingdom Advisors is hosting their next
Free Kingdom Advisors Meeting
from 11:30-1pm at Ameriprise Financial Services, 408 Blankenbaker Pkwy
in Louisville; meeting is on the 2nd floor. Bring your own lunch to the
meeting. Please RSVP at
kingdomadvisorskyiana@yahoo.com
July
17:
North United Methodist Church, 2235 Allen St in Madison, IN is hosting a
Pet Caretakers Ministry Meeting
for pet lovers and individuals who are in stressful situations with
their pets. The meeting is at 7 pm. FMI: (812) 273-1226,
www.northumc.com
July 22, 29: North United Methodist Church, 2235 Allen St in
Madison, IN is hosting their
Celebrate Recovery Meetings at 7 pm. This is a recovery
program based on the 8 principles from the Beatitudes which has been
established to help individuals facing addictions. FMI: (812) 273-1226
or
www.northumc.com
July
26:
The Marriage Education & Resource Ctr (MERCY) is offering the
Free “Dealing with Conflicts Within a
Blended Family” Workshop from 9:30-11 am at Baptist Hospital
Northeast in LaGrange, KY. A love offering will be taken. FMI: (502)
939-0121 or
www.kymrc.com
Aug 1
& 2:
First Southern Baptist of Floyd Knobs is hosting the
Beth Moore “Living Proof Live” Event
via Satellite. Tickets are $25. The Simulcast will begin at
6:30 pm on Fri Aug 1, and at 8:30 am on Aug 2. Additional details are
available by calling (812) 923-7905
Aug 1
& 2:
River City Worship Ctr located at 7515 3rd Street Rd in Louisville is
hosting the Beth Moore “Living Proof
Live” Event via Satellite featuring worship leader Travis
Cottrell. Tickets are $35. The Simulcast will begin at 7:30 pm on Fri
Aug 1, and at 9:30 am on Aug 2. Additional details are available by
calling 363-0182
Aug 1
& 2:
Parkway Baptist Church is hosting the
Beth Moore “Living Proof Live” Event
via Satellite. Tickets are $35 and include child care.
Additional details are available by calling 507-7769
Aug 1
& 2:
Crestwood
Baptist Church in Crestwood, KY, (on KY Hwy 329 in Oldham County) is
hosting the Beth Moore “Living Proof
Live” Event via Satellite. Tickets are $25. Doors open at
6:30 PM and the simulcast will begin at 7:30 PM on Friday, Aug 1. Doors
open again on Saturday morning, Aug 2, at 8:30 AM; the simulcast begins
at 9:30 AM. FMI: (502) 241-8534.
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REVIVALS/THEMED WORSHIP
Every Friday:
Transform Louisville would like to invite you to join them every Friday
morning for a Prayer Meeting for
Louisville. You are
welcome to join them in praying for our city as much as you can. If you
would like to receive email alerts about various needs within the
community or for details about the prayer meetings, contact Vivian Ruth
at
contactus@transformlouisville.org.
Each Month: Revive Ministries would like to invite you
to join them in winning the battle for our schools by joining the
REVIVE Prayer Walks held at
various schools & colleges throughout the KY and IN. Revive is a unique
prayer ministry dedicated to praying for God to work in our nation’s
school systems. Join students, parents, pastors, & teachers as they
pray for revival in our school system one Sunday a month. You can see
if your school or college has a walk scheduled by visiting
www.reviveprayerwalk.com. If not, why not pray about
volunteering to help start a new group?
July 14-18: Waddy Church of Faith, 5967 Waddy Rd in
Waddy, KY is hosting their 9th
Annual Camp Meeting with morning services at 10am and evening
services at 7 pm. Breakfast and lunch will be provided; breakfast
begins at 8:30 am. There will also be a special Homecoming service 7/13
at 10 am featuring guest Bertha Brown and a pot luck dinner. Other
guests include: Jack Gideon, Jimmy Williams, and Lonnie Watson.
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CONCERTS
July 19: Come enjoy a Christian Music Festival at
Godstock ’08 from 10am-8pm
off Main Street on the Square in Elizabethtown, KY. This is a free
event featuring bands such as: Tim Atterbury, Stranger, Valley View
Worship Experience, Trading Up, Mesynger, and many more. For a full
list of musicians or additional details visit:
www.myspace.com/godstock08
July
20:
Cloverleaf Baptist Church located at 4401 Manslick Rd in Louisville is
hosting Southern Gospel Artist, The
Melody Boys in Concert at 7 pm. A love offering will be
received. FMI: Pastor Geoffrey Lacefield (502) 367-0218
July 20: Victory General Baptist Church located at
4503 Rose Farm Dr in Louisville is hosting their
27th Anniversary & Homecoming Day
featuring The Harpers in Concert at 10 am with worship at 11
am. Bro. Jack Hurt will be the guest minister. FMI: Pastor Garnett
Tucker (502) 447-6870
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DRAMA/ARTS
July 16:
KY Shakespeare Festival presents
Shakespeare in Central Park: Twelfth Night beginning at 8 pm
at 1387 S. 4th St in Louisville. This is the 48th season of free
Shakespeare in Central Park in historic Old Louisville. FMI: Doug (502)
637-4933,
info@kyshakes.org,
www.kyshakes.org
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FAMILY /
EVERYONE
July
14-18:
A Family Adventure located at 1500 Arlington Ave in Louisville is
hosting Young Rembrandts Summer Camp
for ages 6-12 Mon-Fri with the options of attending a full day (9am-4pm)
or a half day (2pm-4pm). A full day costs $225; a half day costs $110.
Kids will create their own masterpieces and have lots of summertime
fun. Enrollment deadline is July 11, after that date a $5.00 late
enrollment fee will be applied to the cost. FMI: (502) 412-4141, or
www.youngrembrandts.com
Fridays July 18-Aug 1:
Heritage Int’l Christian Church, 660 Knox Blvd in Radcliff, KY is
hosting a Free Ice Cream Social
from 5-7 pm. This event is sponsored by Heritage ICC’s
Children’s Ministry. They will be providing a FREE service to our
community. Enjoy every cold treat imaginable plus music, games, prizes,
and lots of fun. FMI: (270) 351-7770.
July
25, 26:
Greater Faith Church of New Albany is hosting a
Free Family Fun Extravaganza
that is free and open to the community featuring Kids Fun Extravaganza,
free hamburgers, free boxes of food, and other items on July 25 from
6:30-9pm at Baxter Square, 11th & W. Jefferson St. On July 26 there
will be an event at Waterfront Park on Witherspoon St. which includes
free food for all in attendance, a Kids Super celebration (2-4pm), a
Youth Concert: Power in the Park (4-6pm) and a Unite Family Worship on
the Lawn (6-8pm). FMI: (502) 727-6133
July 28:
Fountain of Life Word & Worship Ctr. presents the
2008 “Give God the Glory” Talent
Showcase as fundraising effort for their Pastor’s 2nd Year
Anniversary. The entry deadline is July 28th. FMI: Jacklyn (502)
365-2806 or
fountainoflife@insightbb.com
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YOUTH EVENTS
July 14-18: Metro Parks is hosting the
Louisville Tennis Center Summer Camp
at the Tennis Ctr, 3783 Illinois Ave (Across from the Louisville Zoo)
from 1-4 pm. The cost is $140 per week. This camp is geared for
beginners ages 5-14. The camps run Mon – Fri. FMI: (502) 456-8140
July 19: Meadow Hill Baptist Church, 5513 Minor Lane
in Louisville is hosting a Free 4th
Annual Youth Fest 2008 from 4-8:30 pm featuring free gifts,
free food, youth involvement, and powerful speakers. Entertainment will
be provided by bands such as: Ninth Hour, Exalt, and The Coalition. Be
sure to invite unchurched friends. FMI: Ron 298-2758 or 964-4517.
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KIDS
July 14-18: Metro Parks is hosting the
Louisville Tennis Center Summer Camp
at the Tennis Ctr, 3783 Illinois Ave (Across from the Louisville Zoo)
from 1-4 pm. The cost is $140 per week. This camp is geared for
beginners ages 5-14. The camps run Mon – Fri. FMI: (502) 456-8140
July 19: The Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting
the 7th Annual Herpetology House
at 1 Game Farm Rd in Frankfort, KY from 10 am – 4:30 pm. Admission is
free. Come enjoy a day all about Reptiles and Amphibians. KY has 105
species of reptiles and amphibians; almost 70 species were represented
at last year’s event. Guest speakers from KY Fish & Wildlife as well as
other organizations will be making presentations. This event will be
both educational and entertaining. FMI: (502) 875-8687 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
July 19: The American Printing House for the Blind
located at 1839 Frankfort Ave in Louisville is hosting a one-of-a-kind
Make a Picture for Your Fingertips
Workshop for ages 6-10. Kids will learn the basics about why
and how pictures are made to be read by touch. They will use special
paper & materials to create an instant touch picture, and explore the
museum. Registration is required by July 17. FMI: (502)
899-2365 or
www.aph.org/museum
Through Aug 5: “Kindergarten is the start of something
big.” Mayor Jerry Abramson would like to help your child make a
successful transition to Kindergarten with
Kindergarten Countdown 2008.
Parents & families can enroll children in the countdown program at
any of the Louisville Free Public Library Locations. The countdown
includes tips and information you should know before your child goes to
kindergarten, a book reading guide to help prepare your child, several
free celebration events for you and your child, and more. Through Aug
5, your child will receive a free “I’m going to Kindergarten” T-shirt.
FMI:
www.louisvilleky.gov/residents
Aug 5:
Slugger Field located at 401 E. Main St is
hosting the Free Kindergarten
Countdown Fair from 5:30-7:30 pm as a finale to the
Kindergarten Countdown Program. Kindergarten kids & a parent can get
free game tickets. There will be lots of informational and fun
activities such as: practicing getting on/off a real school bus, getting
ID tags for riding the bus the first week of school, meeting teachers,
getting cool free stuff, required eye/physical exams & immunizations,
lots of information, and so much more. FMI:
www.louisvilleky.gov/residents
Through Sept 5: Frazier History Museum located on 829 W.
Main St is hosting Survivor
Jamestown. It’s not like any history museum exhibit you’ve
ever seen! Experience first-hand the real life-and-death challenges
faced by the Jamestown settlers. Navigate an extensive maze filled with
mental & physical obstacles while using your life chart to track your
progress. Hours of operation are 9am-5pm Mon – Sat and Noon to 5pm on
Sunday. Survivor Jamestown is included in Museum admission price. FMI:
(502) 753-1688 or visit
www.fraziermuseum.org
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LADIES
July 18: The Bardstown Tourist Commission is
presenting the Bardstown Sidewalk
Days in Downtown Bardstown, KY 40004. Stroll the streets of
historic Downtown Bardstown and visit the quaint shops as their
merchandise line the streets during this special shopping weekend.
Hours are to be announced. FMI:
www.visitbardstown.com
Aug 1 & 2: First Southern Baptist of Floyd Knobs is
hosting the Beth Moore “Living Proof
Live” Event via Satellite. Tickets are $25. The Simulcast
will begin at 6:30 pm on Fri Aug 1, and at 8:30 am on Aug 2. Additional
details are available by calling (812) 923-7905
Aug 1 & 2: River City Worship Ctr located at 7515 3rd
Street Rd in Louisville is hosting the
Beth Moore “Living Proof Live” Event
via Satellite featuring worship leader Travis Cottrell.
Tickets are $35. The Simulcast will begin at 7:30 pm on Fri Aug 1, and
at 9:30 am on Aug 2. Additional details are available by calling
363-0182
Aug 1 & 2: Parkway Baptist Church is hosting the
Beth Moore “Living Proof Live” Event
via Satellite. Tickets are $35 and include child care.
Additional details are available by calling 507-7769
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MEN
July 26: The Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting
the Basics of Fly Tying & Fly
Fishing Workshop at 1 Game Farm Rd in Frankfort, KY from
10am- 4pm. Admission is $30; registration & pre-payment is required.
Join members of Trout Unlimited for this workshop where you will receive
individual attention in making durable flies that will make an ordinary
fishing trip rewarding for anyone. You will also explore entomology,
casting, and necessary equipment. Bring a sack lunch. FMI: (502)
875-8687 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
July 31-Aug 3: The KY Expo Center, 937 Phillips Ln in
Louisville is hosting the 39th
Annual Street Rod Nationals featuring between 10,000-15,000
street rods for display. This four-day event also includes a trade
show, arts & crafts fair, and a vintage auto parts swap meet. Admission
is $12 for adults, $3 for kids; the times vary. FMI: (502) 367-5150 or
www.nsra-usa.com
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RECREATION / SPORTS
July 14-18: Metro Parks is hosting the
Louisville Tennis Center Summer Camp
at the Tennis Ctr, 3783 Illinois Ave (Across from the Louisville Zoo)
from 1-4 pm. The cost is $140 per week. This camp is geared for
beginners ages 5-14. The camps run Mon – Fri. FMI: (502) 456-8140
July 14-19: Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting the
Franklin County Fair & Horse Show
at 9 am at Lakeview Park on Georgetown Rd in Frankfort KY. FMI:
(502) 330-9084 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
July 26: The Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting
the Basics of Fly Tying & Fly
Fishing Workshop at 1 Game Farm Rd in Frankfort, KY from
10am- 4pm. Admission is $30; registration & pre-payment is required.
Join members of Trout Unlimited for this workshop where you will receive
individual attention in making durable flies that will make an ordinary
fishing trip rewarding for anyone. You will also explore entomology,
casting, and necessary equipment. Bring a sack lunch. FMI: (502)
875-8687 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
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SCHOOL & EDUCATION EVENTS
July 19, 20: The Bardstown Tourist Commission is hosting
a Civil War Living History
from 10 am – 5 pm at 310 E. Broadway in Bardstown, KY. See life as it
was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their
families will depict camp life. FMI:
www.visitbardstown.com
July 19: The Frankfort Tourist Commission is hosting
the 7th Annual Herpetology House
at 1 Game Farm Rd in Frankfort, KY from 10 am – 4:30 pm. Admission is
free. Come enjoy a day all about Reptiles and Amphibians. KY has 105
species of reptiles and amphibians; almost 70 species were represented
at last year’s event. Guest speakers from KY Fish & Wildlife as well as
other organizations will be making presentations. This event will be
both educational and entertaining. FMI: (502) 875-8687 or
www.visitfrankfort.com
July 19: The American Printing House for the Blind
located at 1839 Frankfort Ave in Louisville is hosting a one-of-a-kind
Make a Picture for Your Fingertips
Workshop for ages 6-10. Kids will learn the basics about why
and how pictures are made to be read by touch. They will use special
paper & materials to create an instant touch picture, and explore the
museum. Registration is required by July 17. FMI: (502)
899-2365 or
www.aph.org/museum
Through Aug 31: The Louisville Science Ctr located at 727
W. Main St is hosting Mummies:
Secrets of the Pharoahs’ IMAX Film. Learn about ancient
wonders while watching a historic intrigue filled with modern-day
forensic adventures which come to life in a larger than life “Indiana
Jones”-type tale. Admission: $8 adults, $7 kids age 2-12 & seniors
60+. For times & details, (502) 560-6100,
www.louisvillescience.org
Through Sept 5: Frazier History Museum located on 829 W.
Main St is hosting Survivor
Jamestown. It’s not like any history museum exhibit you’ve
ever seen! Experience first-hand the real life-and-death challenges
faced by the Jamestown settlers. Navigate an extensive maze filled with
mental & physical obstacles while using your life chart to track your
progress. Hours of operation are 9am-5pm Mon – Sat and Noon to 5pm on
Sunday. Survivor Jamestown is included in Museum admission price. FMI:
(502) 753-1688 or visit
www.fraziermuseum.org
Through Sept 8: The Louisville Science Center located at
727 W. Main St in Louisville is hosting the
Be the Dinosaur Exhibit.
Come explore dinosaur behavior, food sources, ecology, climate,
geography, and more. This is a great event for school groups. FMI:
(502) 561-6100 or
www.louisvillescience.org
Through Oct 5: The Frazier International History Museum
located at 829 W. Main St in Louisville is inviting you to take a trip
back to the days of the cultural & political awakening of the 1960s by
visiting a temporary historical exhibit,
“Bobby, Martin, and John: Once Upon an
American Dream.” The exhibition documents this era through
the lives courage, and struggles of three of America’s greatest leaders:
Robert F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr., and John F. Kennedy. The
exhibit is open from 9am-5pm. FMI: (502) 753-5663 or
www.fraziermuseum.org
Through Dec 19:
The Louisville Science Center located at 727 W. Main St in Louisville is
hosting the IMAX
Dinosaurs Alive.
See dinosaurs come to life on the giant screen as you watch this
stunningly realistic and scientifically accurate film. FMI: (502)
561-6100 or
www.louisvillescience.org
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MISCELLANEOUS
Mondays-Thursdays:
First
Southern Baptist Church located in Floyds Knobs, IN is offering a way for
the community to “go green” by sponsoring a Recycling Fundraiser for Statewide &
Foreign Youth Missions.
Donated materials can be: cell phones, ink cartridges, dvd movies, video
games, portable dvd players, laptop computers, mp3 players, vid. game
consoles, digital cameras, digital picture frames, & GPS
devices. These items may be tax deductible & will be recycled
or refurbished and sold. FMI: (812) 923-7905 ext 102 or visit www.fsbc-fk.org
and www.southernlive.net
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email the details of your event HERE. All event information needs to
be turned in no later than two weeks in advance of the actual
event. If you choose to fax, use 502-962-3143.
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