Popular Louisville Arts showcase and networking event resurrects for the holidays, offering a Christmas gift swap meet, a showcase of local artists and performers, giving locals a chance to do some holiday shopping while being entertained.

Zyzzyva performs locally for shows, corporations but also offers lessons.

Lisa Oechsli continues to emerge with her renewed love of photography.

Matrix Live! (A Parody) is hilarious, but pack a lunch: it's three hours long.

Funseekers will have a chance to step into a world of paint and dance in an atmosphere unlike anything else in the world on January 21 when Dayglow: The World's Largest Paint Party comes to town.

There's no excuse for failing to support local businesses, artists, writers, musicians and people this holiday season. I've compiled a great list of affordable and encouraging ways to feel great about supporting your city and gifting your loved ones at the same time. There are even events in which you can ENJOY your shopping that are filled with entertainment and good company.

International abstract artist Kenn Parks' solo exhibit will have an opening reception Friday, December 1 at The Bodega at Felice.

The Alley Theater brings a parody of popular movie The Matrix to life on stage.

Opening reception for art show Bridges over Bearno's is this Friday at Bearno's by the Bridge at 9 p.m.

Marie C. Davis has created a delightfully naughty tale with a most creative whirl of characters in this audio book that makes for a playful and exciting listen.