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Experience a chamber theatre reading of Shakespeare's “Hamlet” by candlelight in Locust Grove's 18th century Great Parlor. This 90-minute version of one of the Bard's greatest plays will be performed by members of Kentucky Shakespeare. Their presentation of Macbeth last December was a sell-out - so call now to reserve your seat for Hamlet. Doors open at 6:30 pm for light refreshments before the show. Seating is limited to 60 people; reservations are required.

 

Thirty-four students, ages 8 to 10, from 11 area schools will perform in the Sacred Heart School for the Arts intermediate drama production of the beloved classic story, Anne of Green Gables.

 

Join Kentuckians For The Commonwealth for this celebration of African American heritage through art, music, poetry, and storytelling. The second annual “We Are Kentuckians: Celebrating Our Common Heritage” honors the important but often unheard stories, culture, and heritage of Black Kentuckians. Kentucky writers, musicians, and artists will share their work, personal stories and vision for Kentucky’s Bright Future. The evening lineup includes: musicians Cynthia Fletcher, Joshua Outsey, and Yared Sound; poets Jeremy Clark, Joy Priest, and Tarsha Semakula; author and journalist Michael Jones; and speakers Cassia Herron, Tiffany Bellfield, and Eastern Kentucky Social Club members Benny Massey and Rutland Melton. This event is open to the public with a $10 suggested donation. There will be a cash bar, and food by Dasha Barbour Southern Bistro will be available for purchase.

 

2015 represents the 35th "running" of the Rodes City Run 10K, which began in 1981. During its 34-year history, the Rodes City Run 10K has contributed over $500,000 to local charities. The entire 2014 Triple Crown race series donated over $142,000 to the WHAS Crusade For Children on your behalf, totaling nearly $1.4 million since 2002. The event attracts nearly 10,000 runners and walkers and draws athletes from all over the country to compete in the 'heart' of downtown Louisville.

 

Are you a fan? Then join us for the Louisville Free Public Library’s first-ever Random Fandom event at the Southwest Regional Library on Saturday!  From Star Wars to Harry Potter, Dr. Who to superheroes, there will be demonstrations and activities for fans of all kinds. This day-long convention for teens will include presentations on a wide range of fan topics—Anime, video games, TV/movies, and (of course) books—as well as games and activities.  There will be workshops on writing fan fiction and how to make chainmail jewelry, as well as a cosplay contest and lots of prizes.The convention is FREE and open to teens, grades 6 - 12. #RandomFandom   #LFPLTeens

 

Are you an avid user of Instagram? Do you enjoy taking pictures or making new friends? Then this must be the event for you - mark your calendars for the Louisville InstaMeet right on the Louisville Waterfront!  Meet a handful or  of people in your community that share the same passion for photography and art. As a group, or individually, we will follow the edge of the Ohio River while sharing tips and collaborating on our current work(s). 

 

The Ford Motor Company Kentucky Derby Festival Spelling Bee showcases Kentucky and Southern Indiana’s top spellers in a suspenseful competition that leaves only one standing. To advance to this event, students must first win their county competition. The top five finishers receive savings bonds from the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, while the overall champion gets to ride on the Winner’s Float in the Republic Bank Pegasus Parade.

 

Celebrate the beginning of Spring with great music and preview menu tastings from Butchertown Grocery's Chef Bobby Benjamin. An event you won't want to miss!

 

The Louisville Master Chorale will perform Ralph Vaughan Williams' Five Mystical Songs, and Felix Mendelssohn's Hymn of Praise (Lobgesang). In addition, Stacy Simpson will perform Haydn's Trumpet Concerto in Eb Major, in memory of Michael Tunnell. A pre-concert program with Dr. John Hale begins at 1:45 p.m.

 

Please join us for the Bespoke Bridal Show and Reception at The Conrad Caldwell House Museum! Celebrate the vibrancy of Old Louisville and local design while networking with the wedding vendor community. Elizabeth Crum, founder of evenweave and a Louisville native, designs and produces one of kind wedding gowns to suit the unique nature of each client. Design is storytelling. It is the visual and sensual expression of a narrative. In this collection Elizabeth explores the bridal narrative, developing symbolism through patterning, surface treatment, layering, and hand embroidery. Admission is free, but space is limited!

 

Sunday, March 22 at Haymarket Whiskey Bar enjoy the Murals, Leggy, and Ted Tyro.