The March of Dimes Ohio Valley Division will host a Mud Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at the Iroquois Riding Arena/Stables in IroquoisPark. Registration will begin at 9:00AM and the mud-slinging games will begin at 10:00AM. Co-ed teams will be made up of 6 to 10 players, who wallow all day in knee deep mud.
The cost is $250 for a “Dirty Team,” $600 for a “Filthy Team” (each player will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag and complimentary food and drink ticket; the team will receive team signage by the courts and a free reserved picnic table), and $1,000 for a “Club Mud” team (which includes T-shirts for all players, a free reserved picnic table, team signage by courts with company logo (if applicable), VIP tent access, including free drinks, food, freebies, shade, exclusive private restrooms, and a VIP goodie bag for each player). All proceeds will help support the March of Dimes’ campaign to fight premature birth, infant death, and birth defects.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer “Living Ribbon of Hope”
The American Cancer Society will be hosting its second annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer “Living Ribbon of Hope” Sunday, August 29 at 3pm. Utilizing individuals who have a passion for breast cancer awareness, community members will form a human pink ribbon symbolizing breast cancer on Trinity High School’s Football Practice Field.
The “Living Ribbon of Hope” event is also a way for community members to learn more about the 13th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, taking place Sunday, October 24 at WaterfrontPark. This noncompetitive, 5K walk raises awareness and funds to fight breast cancer and provides hope to all people caring the disease.
For more information about the “Living Ribbon of Hope” or Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, contact Jessica Whirt at (502) 584-9255 or email makingstrideslouisville@cancer.org.
Fashion with a Passion Runway Show
Come enjoy a night of fashion, food, and fun to support Children of the RIF Therapy Center of Al Hoceima, Morocco. It's September 2nd, 7pm at Glassworks. There will be a vintage inspired runway show with a silent auction and after party to follow. All pieces in the show have been donated or made by local designers and boutiques. The silent auction will have items and services donated by local businesses, going to the highest bid. Finally, the after party will be catered with live entertainment and dancing! All proceeds will go directly to the center of the RIF.Get your tickets and find out more HERE!
Human Trafficking Conference at U of L
Women 4 Women Student Chapter will be hosting a Human Trafficking Conference
The conference is on September 7, 2010 at the U of L Red Barn. It starts at 5pm and goes until 8pm, the doors open at 4:00. There will be three speakers, food, prizes and it’s free!
Taste of Louisville
The Louisville Chapter of the Kentucky Restaurant Association (KRA) will host the 37th Annual Taste of Louisville on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010, 6 - 9 p.m., at The Crowne Plaza located near the LouisvilleInternationalAirport. Proceeds benefit Community Health Charities and the Kentucky Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Last year, the Kentucky Restaurant Association - Louisville Chapter was able to contribute $5,000 to local charities! We are proud to announce that the Taste of Louisville has generated over $577,000 in fundraising revenue since its inception in 1973!
Sample the best foods and beverages from over 40 of Louisville's finest restaurant and beverage distributors, and vote for your favorite! Shop for great packages in the Silent Auction!
General Admission tickets are $55 per person and VIP tickets are $75 per person, a portion is tax deductible. Sponsorship levels are available. Both may be purchased online at www.thetasteoflouisville.com or you may contact Essential Details, the Taste Event Management Company, at 502-499-6478 for additional information.
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the New Albany-Floyd County Public Library is celebrating by making sure all kids get a library card!All new library card applicants will receive a small gift and have their name placed in our National Library Card Sign-up Month Registry. Any child checking out a children’s book during the month of September will receive a special treat at the circulation desk.As a special incentive for students, the library will forgive all overdue fines on the accounts of students grades K-12 during the month of September. For more information on any of these activities, please contact the circulation desk at (812) 944-8464.
Butler High Class of ’85 Reunion
Butler High School Class of 1985 is having a reunion! It will be held September 25, 2010 from 8pm-1am at the Park Inn in Louisville. Tickets will be $55 per person. For more information please contact Angela McIntyre at angelasmcintyre@gmail.com
Down Syndrome of Louisville Walk/Run
The Down Syndrome of Louisville Walk/Run is at Waterfront Park October 2!Help make a difference for people with Down syndrome of all ages. Registration starts at 7:15am and the Kids Fun Zone opens at 8…walk starts at 9:30am!Sign up to walk or sponsor a team by clicking HERE!
YWC's Annual Fashion Show
The Younger Woman’s Club of Louisville invites you out for their annual fashion show, “Fall Into Fabulous”, October 7th at the Henry Clay starting at 7:30pm!Proceeds benefit the charitable effort of YWC.Check out the latest autumn and winter looks from boutiques such as Clodhoppers, Peacock, Dressing Room, Blink, Elizabeth's Timeless Attire, White House Black market, Dillards with jackets by Peter Nygard, Jewelry by Elva Fields, just to name a few. Kelly K will serve as one of the models! Angie Fenton from The Voice-Tribune will emcee. Tickets are $45 in advance!Click the pic for more info!
