For the weekend of May 8-10 
Louisville Bar Association Spring Blood Drive Start: 05/08/2009 - 10:00 am End: 05/08/2009 - 3:00 pm Location: Jury Pool Room at the Jefferson County Judicial Center Address: 700 W. Jefferson Street City: Louisville State: KY Phone: 502-583-5314 Price: FREE Description: Every two
seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Join members of the legal
community at the LBA's annual Spring Blood Drive to support the
American Red Cross. The event is open to the public. To learn more
about donating or to make an appointment, visit www.givelife.org and enter sponsor code 3810. Derby City Movie Maniacs vs. 'Star Trek' Start: 05/08/2009 - 7:00 pm End: 05/08/2009 - 11:55 pm Location: Showcase Cinemas Stonybrook Address: 2745 S Hurstbourne Pkwy City: Louisville State: Kentucky Phone: (859) 433-5587 Price: $16.00 Description: The Derby
City Movie Maniacs are kicking off the the summer blockbuster movie
season with not one, but two major film premiere parties in the month
of May. The Maniacs will take on Wolverine at 8 pm on Oaks Day, May 1st
and then tackle Star Trek at 7 pm on Saturday, May 9, both at Showcase
Cinemas Stonybrook, 2745 S Hurstbourne Pkwy Louisville, KY 40220. As with their previous premiere party for Watchmen, The Derby City
Movie Maniacs will stage a two-hour pre-show party at Chatters Grill
within Showcase Cinemas Stonybrook. Attendees are encouraged to
participate in the theme costume contests and party games. Theme
cocktails will also be available from the full-service bar. Ben Sollee Start: 05/08/2009 - 8:00 pm End: 05/08/2009 - 10:15 pm Location: Kentucky Center, Bomhard Theatre Address: 501 W. Main St. City: Louisville State: Kentucky Phone: 502-584-7777 Price: $20.00 Description Kentucky native Ben Sollee’s unique performance experience and creative
vision trump his 24 years and traditional classical training; he is
poised to emerge as a solo artist, bridging genres and demographics
with earnest and dynamic songwriting. In 2007, he was named one of
NPR’s “Top Ten Unknown Artists of the Year.” His distinctive cello
technique and soulful voice have been marinating for years in his work
with avant-garde bluesman Otis Taylor, The Sparrow Quartet, (featuring
banjo-master Béla Fleck), and on the internationally known Woodsongs
Old Time Radio Hour. 
Michael Quinlan Brain Tumor Foundation’s 8th Annual Walk Start: 05/09/2009 - 8:00 am End: 05/09/2009 - 11:00 am Location: Waterfront Park Address: City: Louisville State: KY Phone: 502-896-1701 Price: $25 registration fee Description: The Michael
Quinlan Brain Tumor Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
helping those persons who have been affected by brain tumors. Founded
in 2001 in memory of Michael Quinlan, the foundation offers
educational, emotional, financial and spiritual assistance. This 3.1
mile walk is our largest fundraiser of the year. Your $25 registration
fee will get you a t-shirt, goodie bag, door prize ticket, and the
satisfaction of helping a worthy organization. Join us for
face-painting, music, refreshments and fun. For more information, visit
www.mqbtf.org or call 502-896-1701. Louisville's 1st annual Fair Trade Festival! Start: 05/09/2009 - 12:00 pm End: 05/09/2009 - 4:00 pm Location: Rainbow Blossom St. Matthews Address: 3738 Lexington Rd. City: Louisville State: Kentucky Phone: 896.0189 Price: FREE! Description: Haven't
picked up something for mom yet? The Fair Trade Festival is the place
to find perfect Fair Trade gift or flowers in time for Mother's Day.
Enjoy music, Fair Trade food and drink, and a great selection of gift
items knowing that with every fair trade purchase you're making a
difference! Come check out booths from Rainbow Blossom, Heine Brothers Coffee,
Just Creations, Amazing Green Planet, Green Lady, Coco's Chocolate,
Sierra Club, Miss C's Kitchen, Laura Fauna, Johnson Organics, Ray's
Monkey House, Jackson's Produce, Oxfam, Finger Picking Farm, Foxhollow
Farm and a local farmer's market. Art On The River Start: 05/09/2009 End: 05/10/2009 (Yearly) (All Day) Location: Captain's Quarters Riverside Grille Address: 5700 Captain's Quarters Road City: Harrods Creek State: KY Phone: 502-384-0322 Price: Free Admission Description: Transition from the hussle and bustle of Derby week to a relaxing view on the river. Art lovers! Browse numerous booths featuring over 20 local artists. Enjoy the peaceful setting while
shopping! Accepting donations for The Center for Women and Families.
For more info call 502-384-0322 
JCC Presents Marilyn Whitesell's "Sky & Land" Patio Gallery Opening Start: 05/10/2009 - 2:00 pm End: 05/10/2009 - 4:00 pm Location: Jewish Community Center of Louisville Address: 3600 Dutchmans Lane City: Louisville State: Kentucky Phone: 502-459-0660 Price: Free to public Description: Marilyn
Whitesell is the newest exhibitor at the Jewish Community Center of
Louisville (JCC). Whitesell’s exhibit, “Sky & Land”, will be on
display May 10 to June 30 at the Patio Gallery inside the JCC. The
exhibit will feature digital photography capturing the effects of the
seasons or time of day on the landscape. The opening reception for Marilyn Whitesell’s “Sky & Land” is
open to the public and will be held on May 10, 2009 from 2pm-4pm.
Artists’ work will be available for sale during the exhibit. Hard Rock Cafe's Mother's Day Celebration Start: 05/10/2009 - 2:00 pm End: 05/10/2009 - 4:00 pm Location: Hard Rock Cafe at Fourth Street Live! Address: Fourth Street Live! City: Louisville State: Kentucky Phone: 502.568.2202 Price: Description: Hang out at
Hard Rock Cafe for a special Mother's Day Celebration. 102.3 The MAX
and Hard Rock will be providing a great meal and experience for all
mothers and their families. Call 502.568.2202 for details. Spring Arts & Crafts Fair Start: 05/10/2009 -12:00 pm End: 05/10/2009 - 5:00 pm Location: French Lick Resort Address: 8670 West State Road 56 City: FrenchLick State: Indiana Phone: (888) 936-9360 Price: $5 Description: Treat mom or
yourself to those special gifts at the Spring Arts & Crafts Fair, ending Mothers' Day, May 10th. Come out and
celebrate Spring while browsing an array of collectibles, one-of-a-kind
items and spectacular handmade treasures. Bring your friends and mom
along for the day and enjoy food, beverages, entertainment and a floral
arranging seminar. Door admission: $5. |
