This year, let the Brown Hotel do all the holiday cooking —you can choose between The English Grill and J. Graham’s Café for a traditional Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 26.

This year, let the Brown Hotel do all the holiday cooking —you can choose between The English Grill and J. Graham’s Café for a traditional Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 26.

Home for the holidays? The Sports and Social Club invites you to come catch up with old friends on Wednesday, November 25 at the High School Reunion! NO COVER ALL NIGHT! To reserve a spot for your crew or for bottle service, contact tony@thesportsandsocialclub.com. Book your Happy Hour Party for your high school or college reunion by contacting Johnny@thesportsandsocialclub.com or by calling 812.207.3238.

On November 14, LVAA hosted a public art project at the Water Tower. Over 100 artists and community members came to paint the gallery walls in a mural representing an underwater community. The mural will be on display through the end of December. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5, Sunday 12-4

Pediatric Associates of Louisville Open House Thursday December 3, 2009 From 6:00pm until 7:00pm Expectant Parents & New Families Meet the doctor(s) & staff Take a tour of the office See why you should choose us! Refreshments to be served. For more information please call Frances Shouse 502-637-8706

The Mu Do Ryu Judo Dojo located at 3030 hunsinger Lane offers an adult Judo class that meets every Thursday and Sunday. Learn a martial art with over a hundred years of rich tradition and effective combat techniques! Low rates, no contracts, small class sizes. The first lesson is always free. http://www.mudoryu.com

A daily meditation is the key to serenity. All beginners and established practioners are welcome. This will be a progressive series of universal mindfulness and meditation that crosses boundaries of cultures and religions. We will practice meditation as a group and upon completion you will have the proper tools to continue individual meditation. The class will include meditation as well as text based discussion. Optional reading assignments will be suggested at first class.

During this six-week class, you'll learn to dance to the latest hits using basic steps of rumba, cha-cha, salsa, and meringue. Special attention will be given to footwork, Latin hip motion, and following. Both singles and couples are welcome. Instructor: Jeff Bloomer, professional dancer

Lynn's Paradise Café hosted the 12th annual Ugly Lamp Contest, which included the born ugly and made ugly categories, as well as the new Leg Lamp category created especially for Actors Theatre's production of A Christmas Story. Lamps will be displayed at the Kentucky State Fair August 20 - 30. After the contest entrants may pick up their lamps at Lynn's, or are invited to donate their lamps for display at Actors Theatre and Lynn's Paradise Café.

This exhibit focuses on nature and the relationship of human beings to the earth, with a focus on sustainability. The three artists share respect for the earth and a sense of responsibility for communicating those values. 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.

Preparing children for the game of basketball. This program will help teach kids the simple fundamentals of playing basketball as well as playing as a team. Cost includes eight 45-minute sessions: Rims are at 7' and a regulations sized basketball is used. Classes are on Tuesday. To register or for more information call 502-459-0660. Fee: $65 Member Fee: $50 Age: 4-8

The Louisville Artisans Guild will hold their 37th Annual Exhibit at the Jewish Community Center, 3600 Dutchmans Lane, from Oct. 18-Dec. 1. The theme of this year's show is "Fleur de Lis". The Opening Reception will be held on Oct. 18 from 2:00-4:00pm and is open to the public. The reception and exhibit are free.

1 hour a week of an 8 week session of learning the fundamental drills and skills of raquetball. Classes will be on Sundays. To register or for more information, call 502-459-0660. Fee: $65 Member Fee: $50 Ages: 11-14

The Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft presents its popular annual holiday extravaganza, Holidazzle. This year’s Holidazzle will feature a stunning variety of fine American craft, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, wearables and much more; the show will fill both of the Museum’s major exhibition galleries. More than 100 artists from across the country will submit knockout works of art that will appeal to holiday shoppers and craft collectors alike. Holidazzle will provide an excellent opportunity to see and purchase work by popular Kentucky artists.

“We did what we had to do.” The larger story of World War II is made up of millions of individual accounts of sacrifice, adventure and survival. Now you can hear the personal stories of 48 men and women from our area, in their own voices, at a one-of-a-kind exhibit that explores this defining event in our history. This exhibition runs through March 28, 2010 and is free with museum admission. For more, go to www.48stories.com

Pub Trivia! Teams play for cash and prizes. 6 Category Rounds - 3 Questions Per Round 1 Halftime Question - Multiparts 1 Final Question - Only plus/minus round Cash Prizes! A great way to spend an evening.

Opening Reception Friday October 2, 5 – 7:30 pm Steve Wilson Gallery/ Mary and Al Shands Gallery The Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft presents its popular annual holiday extravaganza, Holidazzle. This year’s Holidazzle will feature a stunning variety of fine American craft, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, wearables and much more; the show will fill both of the Museum’s major exhibition galleries.

Designed for amateurs and first-time brewers, this class explores the process of home brewing beer from start to finish. Topics include brewing with malt extract; a brief history of brewing; necessary equipment; cooking and cooling the wart; fermentation; bottling and carbonation; and alternative types of brewing. Fee includes supplies used in class but not an individual home brewing kit, which is NOT required for participation. Class meets on 6 consecutive Thursday nights beginning on October 1.

Fee includes an 8 week league with a single elimination tournament. Team registration only. Coed Quads (2 guys & 2 girls) and Mens Quads. Meets Thursdays. Fee: $180/team Age: 18+

This information-packed class explores: how to select, fit and pack a backpack; stoves and cooking; clothing and layering systems; footwear and the prevention of blisters; tents and sleeping bags; safety and hygiene; where to backpack; conditioning; and much more! You'll have the option to participate in a weekend backpacking trip following the course (fee extra).

The Frazier International History Museum presents the mini-exhibition, Fathers of Astronomy, featuring rare, first-edition books written by ground-breaking scientists, Copernicus and Galileo, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy in 2009. Fathers of Astronomy runs now through January 3, 2010. For more, visit www.fraziermuseum.org or call (502) 753-5663.

Improve technique, coordination and strength as you continue your training in ballet. Tuesdays Aug. 25 - Dec. 15 5:45-6:30pm Fee: $255 Member Fee: $185 Ages: 7+ Minimum of 4 students required To register, call 502-459-0660

Learn the art of tap dance in this fun and exciting class. Whether you are a beginner or want to improve your tap techniques this class is for you. Beginners and intermediate students welcome. Tuesdays Aug. 25 - Dec. 15 5:15-5:45pm Fee: $180 Member Fee: $130 Ages: 6+ Minimum of 4 students required. To register, call 502-459-0660

Explore Creativity! BUild Poise! This class focuses on the young dancer who wants to learn the art of both ballet and jazz. We will alternate ballet and jazz every other week. Tuesdays Aug. 25 - Dec. 15 4:30-5:15pm Fee: $255 Member Fee: $185 Ages: 6 to 9 Miimun of 4 students required. To register, call 502-459-0660

Take the next step! Mini Dancers is creative movement with a more structured approach where young dancers explore movement through beginning ballet and tap techniques. Tuesdays Aug. 25 - Dec. 15 1:45-2:30pm Fee: $255 Member Fee: $185 Ages: 4 to 5 Minimum of 4 students required. To register, call 502-459-0660

Develop coordination and balance throught this introductory class. The class encourages children's creativity through movement, music and props. Tuesdays Aug. 25-Dec. 15 1:00-1:45pm Fee: $255 Member Fee: $185 Ages: 3 to 5 Minimum of 4 students required. To register, call 502-459-0660

The JCC CenterStage is offering two musical theatre classes for ages 5-8 and 8-15. Working with theatre professionals, children will learn acting, singing and dancing culminating in a musical theatre performance on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The students will be performing Disney's "Adventures in Alice in Wonderland". Spotlight Youth Musical Theatre Aug. 22 - Dec. 15 Sundays 3:15-4:30pm Ages: 5-8 Fee: $355 Member Fee: $295 Minimum of 10 students required. Instructor: Mr. Frank Goodloe Spotlight Youth Players Aug. 22 - Dec. 15 Sundays 4:30-6:00pm Ages: 8-15

Hello...Are you interested in learning more about self-protection? Are you interested in getting your gun permit? Are you ready to refuse to be a victim?

Join us in The Wine Studio as we celebrate the beginning of summer produce and the Kentucky bounty with our June Bistro night. The evening begins with a flight of Organic French wines and savory canapés then pick your winner and enjoy 4 courses of our interpretation of traditional Bistro dishes in a relaxed family style setting with communal seating. All wines will be available to drink in house by the bottle or take home at retail prices. $45 per person includes dinner and a flight of wines Tax and gratuity additional RSVP 502-817-7936

Join us at Bernheim for a ten week Beginners and Intermediate course in the ancient movement exercise art of Tai Chi Chuan (for all ages and abilities). Details available at bernheim.org

The Brown Hotel, Louisville’s classic destination for hospitality, food and fun, invites you to bring your singing voice to the lobby bar for weekly piano entertainment that features tapas and specially priced signature cocktails and Terra D’Oro wines. The historic lobby will pay homage to the elegant piano bars of a bygone era on Thursdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., with professional pianist Sue Ann Stone playing Broadway and jazz era hits. During these hours, the bar will offer Terra d’Oro wines for $5 per glass and half-priced signature cocktails.

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.

Glass Class Variety Pack (4-week class) Thursday evenings 6-8:30pm $225 Dates: April 1st-22nd May 6th-27th June 4th-25th July 2nd-23rd August 6th-27th September 3rd-24th October 1st-22nd November 5th-26th

Tai Chi in Nature Thursdays, April 16 – June 25 Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest offers a valuable sanctuary for creating a healthier mind, body and spirit any time of the year. This spring, Bernheim is enhancing these benefits of nature with Tai Chi classes. Mfundishi Baba Serikali will be teaching an introductory course in the Yang Style 24 posture form of Tai Chi Chuan, including stretching, breath work and meditation. The ten-week course is April 16 – June 25, with classes meeting Thursday evenings from 5:30 – 7pm.

From Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell) and John Caird (Les Miserables) comes a joyuous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith...not to mention centuries of unresolved family business! Loosely based on the book of Genesis, Children of Eden is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message that "the hardest part of love...is letting go." Tickets are available by calling 502-459-0660. Group rates are also available.

Gardening Group Thursday, March 5, 12, 19 and 26

Bring your guitar, banjo or wash-tub bass a great time will be had by all. Plenty of pickers and plenty of fun.

Stop by the Hall of Governors to examine objects and documents that illustrate the lives and achievements of Kentucky governors. Free. This hands-on cart will be available every Thursday in Janury.

Bunbury Theatre Company presents this zany comedy about three Sisters from Fayro Texas and what happens when their Christmas Pagent goes haywire!

NEW SUPPORT GROUP will be forming as an out reach to every person in Louisville. The support group will be offered for those that are living with: • Addictions • Depressions • Abuse • Loneliness • HIV/ AIDS • Any issue an individual may feel the need for support [Gay; Lesbian; Straight; and Transgender – every person is accepted and welcomed].