An annual stalwart of summer, the Blues and BBQ Festival hosts an entire weekend of blues, food, sunshine, and plenty to drink.  Performers on Friday include Bella Blue Band, The Stella Vees, and Hellfish.  The party goes all weekend long in case you can't make it on Friday.

More online at http://www.bisigimpactgroup.com/blues/

Rockin' The Village Summer Concert Series Presented by MACCA'S Florida Sea Grill & Bar. Bring Your Own Lawn Chair. Fun For The Whole Family! This week's band is the Jim Dishman Band.

Lisa Herald & Donna Burke will be playing at Holy Ground at the Old Louisville Coffeehouse, 1489 South Fourth Street in Louisville, KY from 7-9pm on Friday, July 10, 2009.

For more information, contact Paul T. Carney - 502-419-4263 Hot Summer Fun with Flamenco Passion . . . Flamenco Louisville, with special guests, Frisco, guitarist; and Lisa Canter, bailora. Flamenco Louisville and BLU Mediterranean Grille invite you to an evening of fiery flamenco music and dance and fine mediterranean food, Friday, July 10, 2009, 7:00pm. The professional musicians and dancers of Flamenco Louisville, in the city's only regular "tablao" environment, bring the heat and the passion of flamenco to Louisville.

In honor of 80 years of Connecting People with Nature, join us for scrumptious fare and wildlife adventure. Music will be playing throughout the evening. Dress is casual and please wear walking shoes. Flashlights will be provided for the nighttime froggie walk.

He's taken the country by storm with his hit debut single "Stealing Cinderella", and he danced his way into our hearts as one of the "Dancing With The Stars" alum. Now newcomer/heartthrob Chuck Wicks brings his music talents to the stage for a FREE Hot Country Nights concert at Fourth Street Live! This FREE concert begins at 8:00 PM on Friday, July 10. You must be 21 years of age or older, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Come check out the Goo Goo Dolls as they rock the Horseshoe Southern Indiana on Friday, July 10 as a part of our Outdoor Summer Concert Series! (Show is 21+)

The As Yet Unnamed Theatre Company presents "Vanities" a comedy by Jack Heifner July 10, 11, 17, 18, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. and July 12, and 19, 2009 @ 2:30 p.m. at the MEX Theatre Kentucky Center. Tickets $15.00 KCA Box Office 584-7777 Directed by Gary Tipton. The cast features Tiffany Smith, Katie Graviss, and Laura Ellis and is a 10 year chronicle of the lives of three Texas girls from high school through college and later. For more information please contact Sandy Cohrs at 445-3203 or e-mail ayutc@aol.com or myspace.com/ayutc.

Come party at Angels Rockbar like a Rockstar... or a Pornstar! On Friday, July 10, Rockbar presents Monthly Mayhem: Pornstars vs Rockstars 2. This is the official Vivid.com 25th Anniversary Party, hosted by none other than Vivid's Hanna Hilton and Savana Samson! Don't miss your chance to dress the part as a Rockstar.. or, if you're brave, a Pornstar! Grey Goose Reception Hour from 10-11 PM - LIST ONLY, must have first and last name for entry. Want to kick it with the pornstars and rockstars in VIP? For VIP Reservations/Bottle Service for Angel’s Rockbar, call 502.759.4766.

DJ Jesse Marco makes his debut at Hotel Nightclub on Friday, July 10!

Though the economy may keep you from taking a road trip, Italian holiday or a flight to the Far East, you can create your own culinary vacation with The Brown Hotel executive chef Laurent Géroli as your travel guide! The Brown Hotel is offering three summer cooking classes that explore the American South (July 10), Italy (July 24) and Asia (July 31). The classes begin at 7 p.m. and include two hours of instruction, tasting, wine and tax. The cost is $75 per person and reservations are required. Each class is limited to 12 people. To save a seat, please call (502) 583-1234, extension 7166.

NewNowNext's "Most Addictive Reality Star" comes to Hotel! You are invited to the BIGGEST Hard Candy yet! Hotel welcomes Ongina from RuPaul's Drag Race for a special performance and a meet and greet in Hotel's VIP! Also, performances by Louisville legends Dementia and Syimone. Dementia will be MCing this event, and music all evening by DJ Syimone!

You've seen him on "Superstars of Comedy", "Lafapalooza" and Comedy Central, to name a few. Comedian Earthquake is an explosive comedic performer unlike any other. His stand-up comedy is at its peak, his ability to engage an audience is nationally known and Earthquake is now being heralded by critics as one of the most talented comedians in the country. You won't want to miss out when he comes to Louisville's Improv! Tickets will sell out quickly for his shows July 9 - 12, so get your tickets NOW! For tickets and showtimes to see Earthquake, visit www.improvlouisville.com.

The Louisville Orchestra presents the Summer Classics Series on three Thursdays at 7pm in July at the Sandy Allen Fine Arts Center on the Ballard High School campus. Tickets are $10 and available at the door or by calling 502.587.8681. The three Thursday concerts will be repeated on Saturdays at 7pm in July at RiverStage in Jeffersonville, IN where a suggested donation of $10 will be accepted. To kick off the Summer Classics Series, the Orchestra will perform Independence Day favorites at RiverStage on Saturday, July 4 starting at 8pm.

Children will spend their days with theatre professionals learning the art of musical theatre. The camp will culminate in a musical theatre. The camp will culminate in a musical theatre performance with your child playing a starring role! Children will work in all disciplines including acting, singing and dancing. This camp is not just for the serious performer but for any child who likes to have fun. Grades 3-5

Campers will ride every day, learn tons about horses and their care, and will be assigned daily stable chores. Join us for a week of horses, riding, games, crafts and fun! (No experience necessary!) Instructor Betsy Webb is the only Level III Certified Instructor with the American Riding Instructor in the state of Kentucky. Betsy has a B.S. in Equestrian Science from William Woods University. She has been teaching for over 20 years in the Louisville area.

Greetings all music lovers. I would like to invite you to join us every Friday night to enjoy the sweet sweet sound of some reggae music. We air from 11pm to 12midnight only on 91.9 WFPK Louisville or at www.wfpk.org for live feed. The host is Selector Ibuka and satisfacton is, in fact, guaranteed.

Every Friday night at Ernestos party to the infectious rhythms of TA2 Latin Sound. TA2 is a 9 piece dynamic band that fuses American pop & rock to Latin rhythms in both English & Spanish. Fun atmosphere, safe environment, good size dance floor Doors open at 10PM Salsa Class at 10:30PM Band starts at 11PM 18 and up/ 21 to drink Drink specials until midnight http://ro-ro.facebook.com/pages/TA2-Latinsound/108870890567?v=info

So you'd love to learn a little about art glass, but aren't sure where to begin?

Throughout the month of July, your aluminum cans can help kids! ISA, a local recycling and waste management company, is collecting “Cans for Kids.” Drop off your aluminum cans at any of ISA’s four area locations or at Park Community Federal Credit Union’s Fern Valley branch, Portland Recycling, Premier Packaging and several other area locations. Proceeds from donated cans will benefit Kosair Children’s Hospital. To find a drop-off location near you, visit HelpKosairChildrensHospital.com.

Country Music: The Spirit of America features the biggest names in country music – including Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Dwight Yoakam, Trisha Yearwood, Alison Krauss, Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, Alabama, Lee Ann Womack and many more.

In conjunction with the nation-wide celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s Bicentennial, this exhibition will take you on Louisville artist Ed Hamilton’s artistic journey to create the Louisville Waterfront Park Lincoln Memorial. The memorial features a young Abraham Lincoln reading a book. The exhibition will features early clay sculptures of the piece, plaster models, drawings, and the 12-foot final models of the Lincoln sculpture, as well as early sketches of the panels of bas-relief sculptures depicting scenes of slavery and Lincoln’s extraordinary life. Free for All!

Through engaging imagery, artifacts, portraits, and Lincoln’s own words, Beyond the Log Cabin: Kentucky’s Abraham Lincoln presents the untold story of his lifelong engagement with Kentucky and Kentuckians and the relationships that shaped his life, helped to pave the way for his political rise and, during the Civil War, kept Kentucky in the Union. Taking a broad view of Lincoln, this exhibition explores the complex relationship between Abraham Lincoln and his native state.

Every Friday night join TA2 Latin Sound for the hottest latin dance night in town. Great dance floor to rock out to the infectious rhythms of TA2's 9 piece hard hitting sounds that infuse American pop & rock as well as Latin songs in both english and spanish. Doors open at 10PM with salsa classes starting July 3rd. Bands starts around 11PM until 2AM 18 & up/21 to drink Drink specials until midnight For more detail or band bookings call 502-472-3679 or email: ta2latinsound@insightbb.com.

Every Friday and Saturday enjoy Live music by Randy Meyers and Drink specials on our beautiful Terrace. Live music will begin at 7pm. Enjoy 1/2 off select Wines, select Mixed Drinks and Budweiser and Bud Light Longnecks from 5pm to 7pm. We hope to see you this summer on the Terrace!

Impact Dance Project is a brand new arts entity in Louisville but already creating a buzz around town. We are group of some of Louisville's most talented professional dancers and emerging choreographers. Our mission it to produce professional, entertaining dance performances in Louisville, while making a positive impact on the local economy and promoting local businesses. Visit our website or information on sponsorship opportunities and how to get tickets to our upcoming performance July 17th and 18th at 8:00 pm at the Clifton Center. Be a part of this groundbreaking new project!

June 8 – 12 – Kindergarten-1st Grade June 15-19 -2nd-3rd Grade July 13-17 – 4th-5th Grade

Opening Reception Friday June 5, 5 – 9:00 – Trolley Hop Lindy & Bill Street Gallery The Center for Photographic Studies was a Louisville alternative school for creative photography founded by C.J. Pressma in 1970. During its eight-year existence, the Center attracted students from over 35 states and foreign countries to its full-time resident program and provided instruction and darkroom access for hundreds of students in the Louisville area. This exhibition will be a look back at the artistic career of C.J. Pressma.

What makes something a treasure? Is it its uniqueness, its maker or original owner or simply its visual appeal? Great Revivals: Kentucky Decorative Arts Treasures, presents significant pieces from the Kentucky Historical Society collections that have been preserved and are treasured. This decorative arts exhibition opens Saturday, June 6, at the Old State Capitol in downtown Frankfort. For more information, contact Sara Elliott at 502-564-1792.

Exhibit Description: Casey Hyland's glass art exhibit, "Wishful Thinking", will feature artwork produced over the last three years. Using silvered bottles, clear stones, thin steel rods with glass and bubbles inside bubbles, the artwork describes moments of gazing into the mirror at a bar, stacking stones, blowing wishes with a dandelion and playing with soap bubbles. As well, Casey will also install a hanging chandelier in Glassworks' main lobby. Entitled "Offering", the silvered glass sculpture is loosely inspired by Shel Silverstein's"The Giving Tree".

Participating artists include Rik Allen of Washington, Marc Petrovic of Centerbrook, CT, Emily Lombardo of Boston, MA, Laurel Streible of Clarksville, IN, Casey McMains of Jericho, VT and Flame Run artists Brook Forrest White, Jr., Susie Slabaugh White, Paul Nelson, Amy Pender, Tiffany Ackerman, and Mike Hudson.

Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom Package There’s no place closer to the thrills and excitement than the $26 million newly renovated Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport. Plus, our all-day shuttle brings the fun even closer.We’re just a seven-minute drive to many of the city’s top attractions, including Fourth Street Live! entertainment district, Louisville Slugger Bat Factory and Museum, Muhammad Ali Museum and more! For more information or to book your fun-filled family getaway, call 800-626-2708 • One-night hotel accommodations in our new guest rooms

The First Louisville Visual Arts Festival June 5th-July 31st 2009. The Louisville Visual Arts Festival (LVAF) is a cooperative effort engaging the best visual arts, arts organizations, galleries, and arts stake holders in the region. LVAF is an annual sustainable Festival, with a different theme each year, geared to raising awareness and the stature of the Louisville's Visual Arts community regionally, nationally and internationally.

An Exhibition of hand-colored black and white photographs documenting 40 year of travel to Kenya. By Fritz Klemperer. As a conscientious objector the Vietnam War, Fritz Klemperer began serving his two year alternative service in Kenya. He joined the merchant marine, drove an ambulance and taught school. Since then, Klemperer has returned to Kenya six times in over 40 years. Klemperer is a psychologist who lives with his wife and three children in Berea, Ohio.

Artist Statement: Bottles, stones, dandelions, and bubbles are the subjects of my work. Using reflective surfaces and solid clear glass in multiples, I am interested in the capture of light and arresting viewer. – Casey Hyland About the Artist: Since graduating from Washington University in St. Louis with a major in architecture, Casey has traveled through Seattle, Tennessee, North Carolina, and New York studying and working at craft schools. These schools have included Pilchuck, Appalachian Center for Crafts, Penland, UrbanGlass and the Studio at Corning.

Enjoy the Zoo in the cool of the evening during our Twilight Summer Hours. From June 4 – August 15 the Zoo will be open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until 7 p.m. (exit Zoo by 8 p.m.) There will be special events and unique animal encounters for everyone and special discounts for Zoo members. Excludes the second Saturday in June and Saturday nights in July due to Roarchestra.

Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life Temporary Exhibit, Open June – August 2009

The lazy days of summer are more affordable than ever with new specials and Rib Mania at Mark’s Feed Store. Special sandwiches and sides are light and tasty, and on Thursdays, grab your appetite and a napkin and dive into some hearty barbecued ribs.

Explore the shadow-filled streets of downtown Louisville during this 90 minute walking tour. Dressed in historic period costume, your lantern bearing guide will lead you through the dark mysteries and supernatural experiences of some of Louisville's most haunted landmarks including the Brennen House, the Old City Jail, and the Seelbach Hotel. This tour is appropriate for all ages and includes stories of the tragic spirit of the Lady In Blue, the Legend of the Stick Witch, and the mysterious apparition at the Palace Theater.

In this new exhibit, fiber artist Penny Sisto examines commonalities in five world religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism. Please visit our website at www.carnegiecenter.org or call 812-944-7336 for information on exhibit programs. Exhibit and programs sponsored by the Arts Council of Southern Indiana and the Carnegie Center, Inc. Museum hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5:30 pm. Admission is free.

On May 16, the Frazier International History Museum opens Fontaine Ferry, a 3,800 square foot exhibition that explores this integral part of Louisville's history, just in time for the 40th anniversary of the park's closing. The exhibition will explore the park's beginnings as a boat landing in 1814, through the Great Depression and the Great Flood of 1937 to the 64-acre attraction's demise amid the effects of urban flight and racial tensions of the civil rights movement. Go to www.fromyourmemory.com for information on related events and activities.

Since last fall, Resident Artist Gallagher has been seeking out and painting the women in Louisville who have inspired him the most. This new exhibit celebrates Gallagher’s ‘Year of Inspiration’ as resident artist of the Ali Center’s new Dreammaker’s Program. Throughout the year, visitors to the Center were able to see the artwork being developed and to interact with the artist.

Since last fall, Resident Artist Gallagher has been seeking out and painting the women in Louisville who have inspired him the most. This new exhibit celebrates Gallagher’s ‘Year of Inspiration’ as resident artist of the Ali Center’s new Dreammaker’s Program. Throughout the year, visitors to the Center were able to see the artwork being developed and to interact with the artist.

For the first time, the great traditions of more than one hundred years of outrageous fashion at this infamous race will be explored and admired in one location. This exhibition will showcase the fashion of Derby winning owners, local residents, couture designers and celebrities through the decades. The exhibit will also demonstrate the impact fashion has on the Derby and the economy in Louisville. This dynamic exhibit promises to be a hit for one and all! April 10, 2009- August 1, 2009: The exhibit opens with a display of lavish gowns on April 10th. Each decade since 1875 (the

Swords of the Americas, George E. Weatherly’s private collection of swords, sabers and related artifacts from the United States, Canada and various South American countries, is a fascinating glimpse into the past. Through the exhibition, Weatherly—a scholar, collector and past president of the American Society of Arms Collectors-- shares his passion for this area of study and collecting that is often neglected.

March 2 - October 31, walking club members can walk the Zoo Monday through Saturday 8-9:30 a.m. and during Twilight Hours on select nights in the summer. To become a member of this free program just call (502) 629-1234.

February 10th - The Energy Pros of Louisville sponsors a FREE High Performance Home seminar at 11608 Electron Drive, Louisville, Kentucky 40299. Bob Geswein of the Harrison REMC is our presenter. Bob is a building science expert and has been presenting this type of seminar since 1996. You will gain the knowledge of the 5 most important steps to have an energy efficient home. Reserve your FREE seat by contacting Kelly Doyle (502) 645-5177 or kelly@theenergypros.net. Please visit our website for further information www.theenergypros.net.

The human form as a theme in glass art of all kinds is the subject of an exhibit at Flame Run contemporary art glass studio from February 6 to March 28. An opening night reception begins at 6 p.m. The show called “The Human Formed” was inspired by the work of Susie Slabaugh White, who owns the studio and hot shop with her husband, Brook White. Susie said she hatched the idea when she noticed human forms as a recurring theme in the work of glass artists she admired.

Exhibit includes the work of co-owners Brook Forrest White Jr. and Susie Slabaugh as well as Paul Nelson, Paul Hugues, Amy Pender, Tiffany Ackerman, Mike Hudson and Jon Capps. Visit www.flamerun.com for more information.

Shelby Council for Retarded Children / Dorman Center License #: 1950 Tuesday / Friday 7:15 PM Early Birds -7:15 1) Blue: $100.00 2) Orange $100.00 3) Green $100.00 Main Event - 7:30 First Half 4) Yellow: lollipop $175 5) Pink: (single) $125 6) Gray: (Lucky 7 - 7’s Wild) $175 7) Olive: (Inside Square) $175 8) Brown: (single) $125 9) Brown: (double) $150 10) Brown: (progressive coverall) $1,000 Played Out: $500 / $300 / $200 Intermission Second Half 11) Quick Cover All: $250 12) Odd/Even coverall: $400

Flame Run contemporary art glass studio is marking the arrival of its newest resident artist – Jonathan Capps -- with “Glass Connections,” an exhibit that celebrates the studio’s friendships and connections to glass artists at Centre College and around the world. The show opens Oct. 3 and runs through Nov. 15. An opening reception begins at 6 p.m. on Oct. 3.