Come join in the fun and experience a Music Together Class with the little ones you love. Great class for children ages Birth-Kindergarten and the grownups who love them. Fun-filled Music and Movement Activities! Please RSVP 442.2843 or email us at shine@shinelouisville.com

Enjoy the sounds of violinist Scott Moore as you stroll through the museum’s galleries. Admission is free.

Looking for a new recipe for family fun? There is nothing quite like the warm spicy smell of gingerbread to bring people together for the holidays. Families are invited to share some quality time together and decorate their own gingerbread houses. Area pastry chefs will be on hand to help make your gingerbread dreams a reality. The workshop will be held Sunday, December 7th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the A La Carte Café at Sullivan University’s Louisville Campus, 3101 Bardstown Road. The cost is $25.00 per family and all proceeds go to benefit the Spina Bifida Association of Kentucky.

Please join James Archambeault for a signing of his book Kentucky Horse Country, a pictorial portrait of the natural beauty of Kentucky's Bluegrass region and the thriving thoroughbred industry for which it's famous. Kentucky Horse Country's vibrant photographs are accompanied by narrative descriptions as well as a lively introduction to the history of thoroughbreds by Edward Bowen.

FINAL YEAR—DON'T MISS OUT! With quick-change artistry and quicksilver dialogue, two actors portray the zany citizens of quirky Tuna, Texas for the final year of this ten-gallon evening of laughs and holiday cheer, in an irreverent comedy for adults. Sponsored by Texas Roadhouse

Choral music fans may rejoice as Classical 90.5 presents the Fourth Annual Christmas Choral Extravaganza on Sunday, December 7th at 3pm at St. Martin of Tours.  This annual holiday kick-off event will bring the best community voices together to celebrate with choral music.

Featured choirs this year include the Youth Performing Arts School Chorus and the University of Louisville’s Cardinal Singers. The success of last year’s event ensured that Classical 90.5 would host another season of traditional Christmas music. 

Lorraine Hansberry’s legendary American drama about the power of hopes, dreams and family across generations in the 1950s. The fiercely moving, groundbreaking story celebrates 50 years as a major American masterpiece.

Louisville's FIRST Latte Art Throwdown! Come throw it down or cheer on the contestants! Get to know other baristas from area coffee shops. All door donations go to help Jack and his family go to Disney World through the Make A Wish Foundation. All contestant entry fees go to the winner of the Latte Art Competition. Never competed? Just give it a try! Jesse will be giving a demo. Bring your own pitchers if you like. You will be competing on this year's competition espresso machine, the Nuova Simonelli Aurelia.

FINAL YEAR—DON'T MISS OUT! With quick-change artistry and quicksilver dialogue, two actors portray the zany citizens of quirky Tuna, Texas for the final year of this ten-gallon evening of laughs and holiday cheer, in an irreverent comedy for adults. Sponsored by Texas Roadhouse

Formerly known as the Candlelight Tour, this holiday open house is a cozy evening event, complete with music, refreshments, crafts and historic reenactments. It is a wonderful event for all ages. Guests will also have the opportunity to view a hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Hear author Donna McCreary speak about her book, Lincoln's Table. Ticket prices are all inclusive and can be purchased in advance. This year Home for the Holidays at Farmington will be Sunday, December 7, 2008 from 4:00pm-7:00pm.

This holiday season, Norton Commons presents The 2008 Holiday Home Tour to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Kentucky Region. Tickets are a suggested donation of $5.00; all proceeds will help grant wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. The tour will be offered on Sunday, December 7 and December 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. The guided Trolley Tour will begin at 9420 Norton Commons Boulevard, and will allow a first-hand glimpse of seven spacious homes and cottages of Norton Commons that will be open to the public.

Join the Louisville Ballet as we celebrate the holiday season with this classic version of a family favorite. Since its debut in 1995, over 1500 children from our community have performed in this production. It truly has become a tradition for families around the region. We invite you to make this special journey with Clara, her Nutcracker prince and all the wonderful characters from The Brown-Forman Nutcracker.

ANNUAL OLD LOUISVILLE HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR Experience America’s Grandest Victorian Neighborhood

December 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 Special ticket required. Join Santa Claus and his elves for a yummy, festive breakfast, crafts for kids, sing-a-longs and a visit from Zoo animals like Mistletoe the reindeer. This special-ticketed event includes a visit with Santa and all-day Zoo admission. Additional support by Best Buy,Coca-Cola and Krispy Kreme.

Get professional portraits of your furry friend with Santa during the
Kentucky Humane Society's 21st annual PICTURE YOUR PETS WITH SANTA on
December 6 & 7 and 13 & 14. Taking place at 12 area Feeders Supply stores,
the holiday fundraiser's hours are Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and
Sundays, noon to 4 p.m.

Same day photo service is available! Photos are offered in various packages,
starting at only $12. Personalized gift items, including ornaments, mugs and
key chains, featuring your pet's photo also are available.

December 6: $3,000 Winter King: Registration – 9 a.m.; 1st Round – 10:30 a.m. ;Magic Cruise Qualifier: Registration – 3 p.m.; 1st Round – 4 p.m.

December 7: PTQ Kyoto: Registration – 8:30 a.m.; 1st Round – 11 a.m.

The Winter King Weekend consists of three exciting competitions. $3,000 in cash prizes will be awarded during the $3,000 Winter King, followed by the Magic Cruise Qualifier that will send the winner on a five-day Magic Cruise in December. The competition continues on Sunday with PTQ Kyoto.

Think back to the age of radio, before televisions and
Hi-Tech existed. The number one source of information, news and
entertainment; radio shows like "The Howdy Doody Show" and "Amos n'
Andy" streamed over the airwaves every night. Relive those days as
Broadway At Iroquois presents, It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
on stage at the Kentucky Center, Bomhard Theater. Inspired by the
classic film, this radio play is performed as a 1940's live radio

The Junior League of Louisville hosts Hollydays Art and Gift Market on December 5, 6 and 7 at Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center in Louisville. Hosting over 50 unique vendors from across the country, Hollydays features upscale gift items, including art and photography, home decor, jewelry, gourmet food, children's clothing, women's accessories and much more! One-day pass is $5; weekend pass is $8. Proceeds benefit the Junior League’s extensive community service projects. Visit www.juniorleaguelouisville.org for more information. Hours for the show are as follows -

The hilarious David Alan Grier comes to Louisville's Improv Comedy Club for four nights! You won't want to miss his amazing stand up comedy act!

Directed by Carrie Nath, this original work compiled by the Cast and Carrie Nath will allow the students to create a crazy, wacky, high energy ensemble generated piece in the style of Commedia del' Arte-including ALL technical aspects from scenery to costuming, to lighting, and staging! Don't Miss it! For Tickets contact the Kentucky Center at 584-7777. Or www.kentuckycenter.org Visit www.waldentheatre.org for specific dates and times!

December 4-7, 10-14, 17-21
Show Times: Wed-Saturday 7:30pm Sunday's 2:00pm
Tickets: $20 General Admission $17 Seniors  $15 Students
Box-office 585-5306 or online purchase www.bunburytheatre.org

Each year the Downtown Management District invites metro area school groups to perform holiday carols in downtown buildings. The schedule for ths year is: Thursday, December 4: Newburg Middle School 9:30 - Seelbach 11:00 - Metro Hall Monday, December 8 Kenwood Elementary 10:30 - Seelbach Thursday, December 11 Watson Lane Elementary 10:00 - Seelbach Our Lady of Lourdes 9:30 - Metro Hall 11:00 - Seelbach 12:15 - Hyatt 1:15 - PNC Plaza Holy Spirit Choir

For special Holiday gifts without traffic hassles, visit our Museum Store Holiday Sale. Beginning the day after Thanksgiving a 20% discount will be given on all purchases. The Museum Store carries a wide array of reproductions, toys, books and Kentucky-made crafts. The Museum Store is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m - 4:30 p.m. and Sundays, 1:00-4:30 p.m.

A HOLIDAY “HANG-UP” TO CHERISH ORNAMENT-MAKING OPEN TO PUBLIC BY APPOINTMENT LOUISVILLE, KY – Be an artist for a day and create your own blown-glass ornament with the help of the glass artists at Flame Run contemporary art glass studio. Guests have the opportunity to choose their own colors and then actually blow their own ornament.

Join us for a Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 13 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. featuring over 25 vendors! Jewelry, wreaths, candles, candies, embroidered blankets and clothing, holiday decor, and more!! Bring your friends and family and enjoy a festive holiday atmosphere!!!

The Mazin Annual Art Exhibition was conceived and created by Bernice and Benjamin Mazin and the Jewish Community Center’s Visual Arts Committee. The event is funded by the Mazin Visual Arts Fund and is a regional juried art exhibition of 2-D and 3-D art, open to residents of Kentuckiana 18 years and older. The exhibit is designed to foster an appreciation of today’s visual art and to reflect the breadth of artistic vision of local artists.

David Shiner-New Paintings by Louisville, KY artist. David Shiner creates abstract fields of color that almost seem to pulse with delicate shifts in light and color. His works create a calm, meditative peace that allows the viewer an opportunity for introspection of both themselves as well as the work of which they are gazing at.

November 21 - December 20: DAVID SHINER PAINTINGS David Shiner creates abstract fields of color that almost seem to pulse with delicate shifts in light and color. His works create a calm, meditative peace that allows the viewer an opportunity for introspection of both themselves as well as the work of which they are gazing at.

Victorian London’s most celebrated detective needs your help to fi nd out “whodunit”! Clues and “red herrings” are all around as you make your way through this interactive, family friendly and wildly entertaining murder-mystery thriller! Along the way, you will even meet a real live character from the story while trying to solve the mystery!

The Light Before Christmas, showing in the IMAX Theatre November 14, 2008 – January 4, 2009 After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas Eve, two children find themselves as characters in the classic tale “The Night Before Christmas,” as they experience the wonder and delight of Santa visiting their home. This stunning stop-motion animated film features lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen with a musical score of beloved Christmas classics.

Animalopolis, showing in the IMAX Theatre November 14, 2008 – January 4, 2009 Whether going nose to nose with hippos as they graze upon nature’s massive salad bar, or eye to eye with dancing bears, discover how nature provides humor and wonder everywhere. Watch cheetahs race like Ferraris, bears that run their own fishing school, an opera-singing lion, and a sea of crabs that hold a town hostage! Designed for children ages 4 to 10, ANIMALOPOLIS contains numerous short animal stories, using humorous poetic narration to delight children and adults.

Every year during the Holiday Season, the Kentucky Hemophilia Foundation holds a Poinsettia fund-raiser.  We depend on proceeds from the sale of the poinsettias to support patient services, educational programs, and research for a cure.

A Holiday poinsettia can do a lot more than brighten your home.  By purchasing a poinsettia, you can make the holidays brighter for those men, women, and children living with the daily challenges of an incurable bleeding disorder, such as hemophilia.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

12 Week Weight Loss Challenge and Nutrition Class. This is a community wide event to educate everyone on health and nutrition and provide the tools necessary to make better food choices. You will receive a personal coach, free metabolism test and learn about topics such as protein, water, how to rev up your metabolism, exercise and much more to help you lose weight and keep it off. $25 of ech person's registration fee is given back to the top three BIGGEST LOSERS! Please call Sarah at (502) 384-2284 to pre-register or for more information.

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.

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