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![]() Louisville InstaMeet at the WaterfrontAre 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). March 21, 5 - 7 p.m.. Waterfront Park 1 River Road Louisville, KY 40202 Free! Intagram.com/igerslouisville #LouisvilleInstameet ![]() A Candlelight “Hamlet” at Locust Grove 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. March 19, 7 - 9 p.m. Historic Locust Grove 561 Blankenbaker Lane Louisville, KY 40207 locustgrove.org/participate/events/ 502-897-9845 Tickets are $20, or $15 for Friends of Locust Grove "Fiddler on the Roof" at CenterStage Direct from Broadway’s Golden Age of musical theater, “Fiddler on the Roof” returns to CenterStage, not only as a perfect finale to their 100th anniversary season, but also as a fitting opening celebration of the Jewish Community Center of Louisville’s 125 Anniversary. With themes of tradition, family and community, there is no better way to honor the traditions of the past while looking forward to the future of these two well-known Louisville institutions than with this timeless classic. “Fiddler on the Roof” recently celebrated its 50th anniversary proving that although the show is inherently Jewish, it appeals to all with its timeless and universal themes. “Fiddler” is a celebration of life and its constant challenges. March 19, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Centerstage 3600 Dutchmans Lane Louisville, KY 40205 www.ticketderby.com/event/?id=248054 238-2709 Tickets are $20 in advance, $22 at the door for adults and $16 in advance and $18 at the door ![]() Anne of Green Gables at Ursuline Arts Center 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. March 20 10. a.m. and 7 p.m. March 21, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Ursuline Arts Center, bldg. #5 3105 Lexington Road Louisville, KY 40206 /www.showtix4u.com/launch/index.php (502) 897-1816 $4 - $5 Varanese Presents a Lenten Season Menu Varanese Restaurant will offer a special prix fixe menu during the Lenten season (February 18-April 2) for customers looking for non-meat options on Friday evenings. The menu will be available on Friday evenings during Len. Varanese will also feature two unique fish specials every night of the week during Lent, in addition to the prix fixe menu. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailingletsdine@varanese.com. March 20, 5 - 11 p.m. Varanese 2106 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 varanese.com/events/event/lent-prix-fixe-menu/ 899-9904 $50 for two, plus tax and gratuity. We Are Kentuckians: Celebrating Our Common Heritage at the Clifton Center 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. March 20, 7 - 10 p.m. Clifton Center 2117 Payne Street Louisville, KY 40206 wearekentuckians.eventbrite.com 589-3188 $10 Suggested Donation ![]() Rodes CIty Run 10K 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. March 21, 8 - 10 a.m. First and Broadway 200 W Broadway Louisville, KY 40202 www.rodescityrun.com 502-753-1020 $30 Fan Festival for Teens at Southwest Regional Library 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 March 21, 9 - 4:30 p.m. Southwest Regional Library 9725 Dixie Hwy Louisville, KY 40292 www.facebook.com/events/855826611126184 933-0029 Free! St. Matthews United Methodist Church's 7th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Fair Unique creations by local artists Lunch available benefiting Costa Rica mission projects. Come and enjoy! March 21, 10 - 3 p.m. St. Matthews United Methodist Church 319 Browns Lane Louisville, KY 40207 502-897-6449 Free! Ford Motor Company Spelling Bee at the Kentucky Center 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. March 21, 11 - 1 p.m. Bombhard Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts 501 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 discover.kdf.org/spelling-bee/ 1-800-928-3378 Superstars, Legends & Songs from the Levee at the Butchertown Pointe 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! March 21, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. The Butchertown Pointe 1205 E. Washington Street Louisville, KY 40206 www.eventbrite.com/e/superstars-legends-and-songs-from-the-levee-v2-tickets-15814624969 Suggested donation ![]() Louisville Master Chorale Performance 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. March 22, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Church of the Holy Spirit 3345 Lexington Road Louisville, KY 40206 www.louisvillemasterchorale.org/season.htm 657-5248 $20 for general admission Chamber Music Society Presents "Music from Copland House" Please join us for a concert by Music from Copland House, the resident musical ensemble of the Copland House in New York. Program: Ned Rorem, Bright Music John Harbison, Songs America Loves to Sing Pierre Jalbert, Crossings John Musto, Clarinet Sextet. March 22, 3 - 5 p.m. Comstock Hall, University of Louisville Music School Corner of 1st Street and West Cardinal Boulevard Louisville, KY 40208 http://louisvillechambermusic.eventbrite.com (502) 852-6907 $25 for regular admission; $5 for students Bespoke Bridal Show & Reception at The Conrad Caldwell House 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! March 22, 5 - 7 p.m. Conrad-Caldwell House Museum 1402 St. James Court Louisville, KY 40208 conrad-caldwell.org 636-5023 Free! Murals, Leggy and Ted Tyro at Haymarket Whiskey Bar Sunday, March 22 at Haymarket Whiskey Bar enjoy the Murals, Leggy, and Ted Tyro. March 22, 9 - 11:30 p.m. Haymarket Whiskey Bar 331 E Market St Louisville, KY 40202 www.facebook.com/events/396262423878670/ 442-0523 $5 | ||||
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