The Coming of Age of Emerging Church with Rev. Jud Hendrix Festival of Faiths 2008 - Coming of Age through the Eyes of Faith James Lees Presbyterian Church 1741 Frankfort Ave Free and open to the public

Presbyterian Seminary Luncheon – Dark Caves, Bright Visions: Re-Traditioning Ancient Rites of Passage 13th Annual Festival of Faiths Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, Gardencourt 1044 Alta Vista Road Cost – $15 Reservations required. Space is limited.

Theater of Contemplation Screening 13th Annual Festival of Faiths The Center for Interfaith Relations 415 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. Free and open to the public

· Monday, November 10th • 6:30-9:00 p.m. • John Varanese - Varanese • $45.00 • “Amazing Fall Flavors” Are you looking for a menu for your next dinner party or even an unconventional Thanksgiving supper? Chef John will guide us through the preparation of this amazing meal! Menu: Artichoke Cheese Fritters with Marinara Sauce • A Twist on Candied Pecan Salad with Caramelized Onion Dressing • Pork Tenderloin with Bourbon Raisin Sauce, Swiss Chard and Apples • Pumpkin Creme Brulee with Homemade Caramel Ice Cream

Land Between The Lakes, in partnership with the “Friends of LBL,” are thrilled to offer a presentation about bats. Batty about Bats will be held Monday, November 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Golden Pond Planetarium located inside the Golden Pond Visitor Center at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area.

7:30 pm The Coming of Age of the American Politic with Winona LaDuke Kentucky International Convention Center 221 South Fourth Street Free and open to the public Winona LaDuke is an Ojibwe community organizer, economist and author who lives and works on the White Earth reservation in northern Minnesota. She was the Green Party's Vice-presidential candidate in 1996 and 2000.

Join us for one, some or all of 39 different events during the 13th annual Festival of Faiths The theme for the Festival of Faiths this year is “Coming of Age”. You are invited to live the questions along with us of what it means to “come of age” as we walk our individual paths, as we connect through community, and as we define ourselves and respond through our faith institutions.

HOPE for Pets On-Line Auction: HOPE for Pets is having an On-Line Auction starting November 1. The Auction will be carried over to a Silent Auction at their HOPE for the Holidays Bazaar and Dessert Buffett on November 22 at the Shepherdsville Christian Church. A Corn Hole Tournament is also being held. If you can't make it to the Bazaar to bid on items, there is an Absentee Bid function where your on-line bids are carried through to the Silent Auction. Go to www.hopeforpets.org and click on the Auction link.

The Curious Savage by John Patrick Directed by Craig Nolan Highley Show dates: Nov. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Nov. 9 at 2:00 pm.

The classic story of the boy who refuses to grow up! Great entertainment for the entire family. V.I.P. seating available for an extra $5 per ticket. V.I.P. means best seats and choice intermission treats.

GALLERY HOP

Printmaker Mary Lou Hess and painter Carol Brenner Tobe both interpret their experiences through poignant depictions of landscapes and objects. This exhibit brings together the work of these two artists whose lives and careers have taken parallel paths for years. Please visit our website at www.carnegiecenter.org or call 812-944-7336 for information on exhibit programs. Exhibit sponsored by the Carnegie Center, Inc. Museum hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5:30 pm. Admission is free.

Photographer Kendal R. Miller of Photography by Kendal of Dillsboro, IN will be the featured artist throughout November at The Main Street Café located at 117 West Main Street in downtown Vevay. Her work will feature both color and black and white landscape and scenic images from across four states.

Sally’s Garden at Masonic Home of Louisville invites you to learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease as we acknowledge National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Our series will be held each week beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Administration Board Room, Entrance 240. Masonic Home is located at 3701 Frankfort Avenue.

Monday, November 3
“Alzheimer’s Disease: What It Is & Why Early Diagnosis Is Important” Bonnie Lazor, MD, Vintage Care

Discover the denizens of the field and forest with Bernheim's Scarecrow Jubilee! Enjoy this parade of uniquely crafted modern-day scarecrows now through November 30. Delight in adventures with (not so) Chicken Little, take a picture with Mr. Bernheim and the Creatures of the Forest, play a tune with a musical grasshopper and katydid because it's A Time for Fiddling Around and gather some ideas for your own scarecrow next year. Watch for details at bernheim.org in January 2009 - but come to Bernheim now and meet the forest's newest inhabitants!

At this fun-filled class, you'll dance to the latest hits using the basic steps of merengue, salsa, rhumba, and cha-cha. Special attention will be given to footwork, Latin hip motion, and following. This is a perfect opportunity to prepare for weddings, parties, and other social occasions. Both singles and couples are welcome.

On Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2PM, the Beargrass-St. Matthews Historical Society will present historian John Kleber in a program, Mr. Lincoln Visits Farmington. Mr. Kleber portrays Lincoln and re-enactor Kathy Nichols is a servant at the Farmington Plantation of the 1840s.

If you are sick and tired of only imagining what it would feel like to finally take your fitness to the next level, then look no further. Call me to schedule your FREE visit to the #1 Fitness Boot Camp in Louisville, Kentucky. We want you to see first hand why we are the Industry's Experts in Boot Camp Training. Our staff of Fitness Degreed & Nationally Certified Personal Trainers will turn you into a walking talking billboard for the benefits of exercise. We challenge each and everyone of you to "Discover the Art of Transforming Your Body".

Women of all fitness levels, sizes and ages are gaining great results with Adventure Boot Camp! You can too! Are you looking for a jump-start to your fitness program? Then this adventure is for you! Whether you are a beginner, an avid fitness enthusiast or just tired of the same routine come try this whole new approach to exercise!

Opening Reception: Friday October 24, 2008, 5 - 7:30pm Sponsored by: Lucy Dalton, George and Mary Lee Fischer, David and Marlene Grissom, The Kane Fund, Vivianne Lake, J. D. and Barbara Nichols, Doreen Lyn Ovca, Don and Libby Parkinson, Arturo Alonzo Sandoval, Harry and Judith Shapira, William and Mary Stone, William and Lindy Street, Sutherland Foundation, Inc. – Laura Lee Brown and Steve Wilson, Dace Brown Stubbs and Dr. William King Stubbs, Patricia Vairin, Daniel and Margaret Woodside.

Opening Reception: Friday October 24, 2008, 5 - 7:30pm KMAC is thrilled to present our annual Holidazzle exhibition, which delivers beautiful, hand crafted fine art. This exhibition is a special event as every item is available for purchase and is sure to satisfy all. Ranging from jewelry to home décor including, ceramics, wood, glass, fiber, and more. All of our highly respected artists are masters of their craft and include many of Kentucky’s finest.

If you or any of your friends may be interested in taking a Concealed Carry Deadly Weapons Class, please let me know. I am a certified as an Instructor by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training to offer classes. The goal of the class is to learn more about firearms and other weapons. After taking the course, you may be eligable to obtain your concealed deadly weapons permit allowing one to carry concealed. You may receive a certificate of training from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training after the course.

For the students who have taken the first class in Self Help Meditation, or for anyone who has been meditating successfully for one year or more. This class broadens the meditative learning from the Self Help Meditation I class and introduces several new deepening techniques that allow the individual to reach a perfect point of stillness. Stress reduction on a continual basis is emphasized, as well as the accompanying benefits that occur to the immune system.

Increase your fluency by attending this Level II class. Prerequisite: Italian for Travelers - Level I or basic experience using the language.

Discover the world of commercial voice work as you learn about auditions, taking direction, the recording studio and the key ingredients of a voice demo. All participants will record a variety of commercial reads including straight pitch, characters, dialogue spots, PSAs, and cartoon voices.

The School of Metaphysics is offering Education for ExtraOrdinary people.  Find your purpose and full potential for this lifetime by applying simple yet effective life skills to create an ideal for the Self.  The course teaches you how the mind works to bring peace, joy, health and success in your daily life. Learn how to improve your memory and listening skills.  Experience the healing energy called Kundalini.  Add the art of meditation to calm and relax the body and mind. Study your dreams to help you solve and resolve things in your waking life.

Tatjana Krizmanic "Journeys". New pastel drawings by Colorado artist. Krizmanic’s pastel works are whimsical displays of European-influenced public and domestic scenes in brilliant strokes of color, making what would seem to be an ordinary occurrence into an extraordinary experience. Her work contains a warm cheerfulness where shifting perspectives make everyday settings come to life. There will be an Artist Talk and Demonstration Friday, October 17 at 4 PM, followed by a reception for the artist from 5 - 7 PM. Exhibition continues through Novemer 18, 2008.

October 17 - November 18: TATJANA KRIZMANIC PASTELS Tatjana Krizmanic’s pastel works are whimsical displays of European-influenced public and domestic scenes in brilliant strokes of color, making what would seem to be an ordinary occurrence into an extraordinary experience. Her work contains a warm cheerfulness where shifting perspectives make everyday settings come to life.

This class will focus on astronomy from an observer's point of view. Questions answered: What resources do I need to discover the universe? How much of what is "out there" can I see? Do I need to invest in expensive equipment to get the most out of stargazing? In six sessions, the universe will be revealed to you! It is an exciting place and you have a ringside seat! And we will answer the last question here and now.....definitely not!

Students will learn to paint the human face and body. Attention will be given to shape, form, light and shadow. This class will also explore the use of color and composition for psychological effect. Instructor: Marty Edlin, Bachelors degree from the University of Louisville and Masters degree from the Art Institute of Chicago. Marty has been teaching art since 1986 and his artwork has been exhibited since 1984.

The Frazier hosts Liberty on the Border: A Civil War Exhibit September 27, 2008 through January 19, 2009 as part of the Lincoln Bicentennial.

Photography Exhibit by John Sodrel Rural Kentuckiana scenes and Images from Jiujiang, China September through November at: FB3 Development 624 E. Market Street Louisville, KY 40202 (Open during normal business hours) Special "Meet the Artist" receptions with food, drinks, and music on October 3 and November 7 in conjunction with the First Friday Trolley Hop.

This beginner's class covers the basic picking technique, how to tune the mandolin, the most important mandolin chords, how to play easy melodies and much more, including the enjoyment of making music! Please bring a mandolin to each class. Available for rental at Doo-Wop Shop, 1587 Bardstown Rd. (456-5250) and 2915 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. (491-4191). Enrollment is limited to 7 students.

The classes will teach the 13 Posture Hand Form created by fourth generation Yang family descendent, Master Yang Zhenduo. The 13 Posture Hand Form is an excellent form for beginners, seniors or anyone wishing to explore the benefits of Yang Style Tai Chi. The movements of the 13 Posture Form are easy to learn and perform yet keep all the principles and important movements of the traditional long form.

This class will cover parts of the instrument, string names, notes on the fret board, tuning, first position chords, strumming patterns, blues progressions, blues patterns, tab and music notation and the joy of playing the guitar! Bring an acoustic guitar (6-string) to class. Available for rental at Doo-Wop Shop, 1587 Bardstown Rd. (456-5250) and 2915 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. (491-4191). . Enrollment is limited to 7 students.

Learn formal and expressive techniques of abstract painting. Discover understandable techniques for using space, mass, color and line. In addition to broad principles, this class explores a basic abstract "alphabet," the fractured image, spatial arrangement, the image forsaken, and textural devices.

Learn the process of creating your own original art by making prints from carved linoleum blocks. Make prints in time to give original gifts to your family and friends for the holidays. Linoleum blocks can be used to make holiday cards or just be given as unique art prints.

The world as we know it today was shaped by the events that took place between September 1939 and September 1945, but how different would the world be if, at key moments during that period, history had taken an alternative path? In this class we will review the actual details of some of the most pivotal events of the war, and then examine the possible, even probable impact on the world had the outcome of those events been different.

This course is for beginning and intermediate watercolor artists who want to improve their range of techniques in the application of watercolor paint to paper and learn how to move the paint on the paper. Students can build their repertoire of techniques to achieve specific effects. Individual instruction will be provided in a group setting with demonstrations of technique along with observation and critique of technique development. Personal feedback will be provided in a constructive and interactive manner.

The Speed Art Museum in Louisville premieres one of the most important collections of American art in the world. Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: American Art from the Yale University Art Gallery features the best American art from 1660 to 1900, presenting a glimpse into the history of this great nation from its pre-Revolutionary beginnings to the Gilded Age.

Sponsored by Mollie Heron with support from Marie Hochstrasser and Arturo Alonzo Sandoval. The American Tapestry Alliance is a 25 year old non-profit organization that promotes and supports tapestry weaving. The Biennial is a juried exhibition which highlights the art of some of the best contemporary tapestry weavers from across the globe. The tapestries featured in the exhibition demonstrate the diverse and creative ways in which individual artists successfully integrate contemporary concerns into this venerable medium.

PAUL PALETTI GALLERY EXHIBITS WORK OF INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER KENRO IZU “Sacred Places” makes Louisville debut as a fundraiser for the Angkor Hospital for Children LOUISVILLE, KY 7/31/08 — “Sacred Places,” the photographs of Kenro Izu, will open as part of the First Friday Gallery Hop from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on September 5, 2008 at Paul Paletti Gallery, 713 East Market Street. The exhibit will be on display until November 28, 2008.

Dinosaurs Alive combines stunningly realistic and scientifically accurate computer generated imagery with intriguing documentary footage, dramatic new scenes of real fossils and current dinosaur hunting expeditions.

Explore the shadow-filled streets of Louisville during this 90 minute tour. Your lantern bearing guide will lead you through the dark mysteries of Louisville's landmarks.

Go back to prom one more time! January 30, 2009 Eight to Midnight Masterson's Free Hors D'oeuvres DJ On site photographer Silent auction to benefit Shawn Bowen, a 5 year old from southern Indiana with leukemia. Cash bar Tickets make a great christmas, birthday or early valentine's day gift!!! Purchase tickets online at www.myalloutsports.com/LouisvilleProm09 or call 812-276-7504. You can also mail checks to: All Out Sports PO Box 70253 Louisville, Ky 40270