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    The Diane Moore Academy Christmas Dance Show

    Please join the Diane Moore Dance Academy and the Miracle dances for a Christmas dance show! The Miracle Dancers are students with many types of special needs. Formed in 1992, the Miracle Dancers started with 3 students and have grown to nearly 75 dancers. They have touched the heart of all those who have had the pleasure of watching them dance. This Saturday, join them for a Christmas show at the Fern Creek Fire Department. Admission is free, but  bring your donation to support the Miracle Dancers Scholarship Fund. There will be a live nativity and many Christmas favorites will be performed!
    December 13, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    The Fern Creek Fire Department
    9409 Old Bardstown Rd
    40291 Louisville , KY
    miracledancerfoundation.org/make-a-pledge/
    Free, Donations encouraged and appreciated

     

     

    Healthy Cooking for the Holidays
    Making a dish for a holiday party? Come to Healthy Cooking for the Holidays for cooking demonstrations and see how to make dishes that are healthier for you and your loved ones. Bring in your recipes and they’ll give you some tips! Plus, see how serving size and portion control can keep the weight off.
    December 11, 12 - 1 P.M.
    Healthy Lifestyle Center at Medical Center Jewish Northeast
    2401 Terra Crossing Blvd
    Louisville, KY 40245
    502-210-4520
    Free

    Bourbon Salon at Oxmoor Farm
    "Bourbon and Food" seeks to show participants how easy it can be to pair food with the proper bourbon, as well as how to use bourbon for cooking. Bourbon Historian Mike Veach will be joined by Chef Ouita Michel, owner of Holly Hill Inn at Midway Kentucky and chef for Woodford Reserve Distillery; Joshua Moore, Chef for Volare in Louisville; and Chocolatier Kelly Ramsey, owner of Art Eatables Chocolates in Louisville for this discussion on bourbon and food pairings. Participants will enjoy bourbon tastings as well as bourbon flavored treats at this event.
    December 11, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
    Oxmoor Farm
    720 Oxmoor Avenue
    Louisville, KY 40222
    filsonhistorical.org/event/filson-bourbon-salon-part-5-bourbon-food/
    502-635-5083
    $50

    Scout is Out Release Party at Copper &  Kings 
    The inaugural edition of The Scout Guide Louisville is the newest addition to The Scout Guide’s national network of annual city guides and blogs. The Scout Guide Louisville showcases more than 25 independently-owned shops, restaurants, design studios, entrepreneurs, and other businesses in a sophisticated, modern, beautiful book. What separates TSG from other magazines or advertisements is the support local businesses will receive from TSG’s online presence, including a local blog, social media postings, and mentions in TSG national website and e-newsletter.
    December 11, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
    Copper & Kings
    1121 E. Washington St.
    Louisville, KY 40206
    thescoutguide.com
    Free

    All The Whos in Whoville at The Alley Theater
    If you missed your chance to see this sold out Christmas show in 2013, now is your chance to forgive yourself! In this timey-wimey parody/ tribute to two of our favorite Doctors, Who and Seuss, the citizens of Whoville are under threat from an old menace. But a Who of a different sort arrives to save Christmas Day!
    December 11, 7:30 - 9:45 p.m.
    The Alley Theater
    633 West Main Street
    Louisville, KY 40202
    thealleytheater.org/show.aspx?name=whos14
    502-713-6178
    $12 - $20

    Sweaty Sheep Merry Christmas Gala at Headliners
    Join the Sweaty Sheep, a Christian athletic ministry group, as they promote their “runPossible” initiative at Headliners. Enjoy music by Street Corner Symphony, Frank Morris, and Bernie Lubbers.
    December 11, 7:45 - 11:55 p.m.
    Headliners Music Hall
    1386 Lexington Rd
    Louisville, KY 40206
    headlinerslouisville.com/
    502-584-8088
    $10 - $15

    The Day They Shot John Lennon at the Kentucky Center
    Presented by Actor's Choice Theatre, The Day They Shot John Lennon, takes place in the street in front of the Manhattan apartment house where John Lennon was shot to death. Deeply moved and shocked by this awful event, many New Yorkers spontaneously assembled there to pay tribute to their slain idol.
    December 11, 8 - 9:30 p.m.
    Kentucky Center, MeX Theater
    501 West Main Street
    Louisville, KY 40202
    kentuckycenter.org/Events/The-Day-They-Shot-John-Lennon/12956#tab-performances-link
    800-775-7777
    $17

    The 4th Annual Spalding University Arts and Crafts Fair
    Need to finish up your last minute Christmas shopping? Plan to attend the 4th Annual Spalding University Arts and Crafts Fair to check off everyone on your to-do list!
    December 12, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    Spalding University Ballroom
    824 South 4Th Street
    Louisville, KY 40203
    spalding.edu/event/4th-annual-holiday-arts-crafts-fair/
    Free

    Fifth Third Bank’s A Christmas Carol
    Celebrate the splendor of the holidays with Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future in this fresh take on an old favorite. Dickens’ classic tale finds new life in this totally redesigned production featuring new sets and costumes and the warmth of holiday music.
    December 12, 7 - 9:30 p.m.
    Actors Theatre of Louisville
    316 West Main Street
    40202 Louisville , KY
    actorstheatre.org/shows/fifth-third-banks-a-christmas-carol-2014-2015/
    502-584-1265
    Ticket prices vary

    McQuixote Books & Coffee Presents: Malapropisms & Mondegreens
    Join us for a night of poetry. We'll have hors d'oeuvres to snack on and a full bill of talent. The cast in this troupe come from all reaches and walks of life. They promise to climb treehouses, build model airplanes, hole up in tenements in cold cities, and drink cheap brandy on street corners with you through the course of the night.
    December 12, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
    McQuixote Books & Coffee
    1512 Portland Ave, #1
    Louisville, KY 40203
    mistybakerbooks.com/2014/11/10/have-a-cup-of-coffee-meet-a-pirate/
    502-530-9658
    Free

    The Twelve Murders of Christmas at the Hilton Garden Inn
    WhoDunnit presents its classic holiday spectacular –– The Twelve Murders of Christmas! Six strangers gather in an elegant mansion, having received an invitation to a lavish holiday soirée — only to discover that they are locked in for the night, and that one of them is intent on murdering the others! But which one, and why? Critically acclaimed as one of WhoDunnit’s all-time best!
    December 12, 7 - 10 p.m.
    Hilton Garden Inn-Airport
    2735 Crittenden Drive
    Louisville, KY 40209
    whodunnitky.com
    502-426-7100
    $45.50 includes dinner, show, tax, and gratuity

    Boney James at the Louisville Palace
    Saxophonist Boney James' sound is far from smooth jazz. His music is muscular and gritty and comes with different elements that need to be experienced in his compelling live performance at the Louisville Palace.
    December 12, 8 - 11:55 p.m.
    Louisville Palace
    625 S 4th St
    Louisville, KY 40202
    louisvillepalace.com/
    502-583-4555
    $18.75 - $75

    Christmas in Anchorage
    Get in the holiday spirit as historic Anchorage Public School celebrates the 34th Annual Christmas in Anchorage. Guests will enjoy festivities ranging from Breakfast with Santa to the fabulous Holiday Boutique. Visit the school between 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. to enjoy many favorite Anchorage traditions.
    December 13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    Anchorage Public School
    11400 Ridge Road
    Louisville, KY 40223
    anchoragepta.wordpress.com/christmas-in-anchorage-2/
    502-245-8927
    Free

    BBC ST Matthews Beer Release and Ugly Sweater Contest
    Who wants a good excuse to drink beer and wear that ugly sweater that is still in your closet from last Christmas? Bluegrass Brewing Company's Ebenezer Holiday Ale is being released on Dec. 13th. ABV 6.9 IBU 23.4. Festive, full bodied with a touch of spice. Crystallized ginger, orange zest and 2 types of cinnamon. Beer is Food! Get that ugly sweater out of the closet or create your own. We will be having an Ugly Sweater Contest that night also. Drink beer. Win prizes!
    December 13, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
    Bluegrass Brewing Co.-St. Matthews
    3929 Shelbyville Road
    Louisville, KY 40207
    bbcbrew.com
    502-899-7070
    Free

    Best Christmas Pageant Ever
    The Herdmans are the worst kids in the whole history of the world; they lie, steal and cheat. Now they have bullied their way into the church’s annual Christmas pageant! Expected to be the “worst pageant ever,” the whole town has gathered in anticipation, waiting to see how the Herdmans will ruin Christmas. Will the pageant be a disaster as everyone is expecting, or will the spirit of the season change the hearts and minds of the Herdman family? Back by popular demand; join StageOne for this raucous holiday event!
    December 13, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
    Kentucky Center
    501 West Main Street
    Louisville, KY 40202
    kentuckycenter.org/Stage-One/14-15/Best-Christmas-Pageant-Ever/12447#tab-show-information-link
    800-775-7777
    Ticket prices vary

    Umpteenth Annual $20 Art Show
    This show is an awesome way to get yourself or your loved ones some awesome art. 30 artists will gather and offer their work for just $20 -- no more, no less. This event is always a blast and many of these artists are offering one of a kind pieces at this awesomely low price so get there early!
    December 13, 6 - 9 p.m.
    Copper & Kings
    1121 E. Washington Street
    Louisville, KY 40206
    facebook.com/events/1522636184645008
    Free

    Twisted Images and Revelry Boutique Gallery Present: Deck the Walls
    Revelry Boutique Gallery and Twisted Images present Deck the Walls, an all-ages art event showcasing art on or made out of skate boards. Over 100 artists are participating and there are over 100 skateboard decks in the show! Three bands will be playing: Trophy Wives, The Damnit and Shadowpact. Red Bull will be sponsoring the event and providing participants with "wings" for the night!
    December 13, 6 - 11 p.m.
    St. John's Theater
    637 E Market Street
    Louisville, KY 40202
    facebook.com/events/259227530867682/
    Free

    Winter Arts Festival
    Celebrate the Tim Faulkner Gallery's 7th anniversary at its first ever Winter Arts Festival! This will be a blow out event with live music, costumes & art. They are also combining this event with a winter warmth drive for the good people at Neighborhood House.

    Enjoy live music, a sexy costume fashion show, and local art. This event is also working to provide warm winter wear to the neighborhood with a Winter Warmth Clothing Drive! 
    Tim Faulkner Gallery
    1512 Portland Ave
    Louisville, KY 40203
    facebook.com/events/330075850509720/?ref=4
    502-389-0347
    Free, Donations appreciated


     


    Yew Dell Express Train Exhibit & Santa
    Don't miss this holiday favorite for all ages. Where else can you see a snow fillage and model trains in a castle, go shopping without the crowds and entertain the kids with scavenger hunts and a visit from Santa? Yew Dell's model train village is the creation of master modeler and train man Bob Irmscher and has rapidly become a tradition for many area families. Come enjoy the trains, the grounds and all the holiday season offers in the gardens!
    December 14, 12 - 4 p.m.
    Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
    6220 Old LaGrange Rd
    Crestwood, KY 40014
    yewdellgardens.org/events-list.aspx
    502-241-4788
    $7

    Go Santa Go 5k
    We want to invite you to join in the holiday fun at the Go Santa Go 5k, which will be supporting Gilda's Club Louisville. Every participant will receive their choice of a Santa shirt, hat and beard or an Elf shirt and hat to wear while running.  Enjoy holiday music, candy, and cookies along the 5k course. Participating in our event is a great way to get into the "Holiday Spirit" as we serve Gilda's Club Louisville and remind everyone that you can still be active & healthy even during the holiday / chilly season.
    December 14, 9 - 10:30 a.m.
    Iroquois Park
    5216 New Cut Road
    Louisville, KY 40214
    nrroadracing.com/races/gosantago-louisville-ky/
    502-368-5865
    $40 - $50

    Light Up Schnitzelburg & Caroling
    Decorate the SACC Christmas Tree (located on the side of Mo's Food Mart) and meet Santa! After we decorate the tree, please join us for caroling around the neighborhood!
    December 14, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Mo's Food Mart
    1036 Goss Ave
    Louisville , KY 40217
    schnitzelburg.blogspot.com
    Free

    Dickens Holiday Dinner at the Galt House Hotel
    Join us for a Victorian four-course dinner, served family-style by Dickens Christmas characters. Top off the evening with an old fashioned horse drawn carriage, including Wassail Cider served in a keepsake mug and Christmas carols as you enjoy the Christmas lights of the city. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion.
    December 14, 7 - 10:30 p.m.
    Galt House Hotel
    140 North Fourth St.
    Louisville, KY 40202
    christmasatthegalthouse.com
    502-589-5200
    $99





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