A Music-Filled Holiday Celebration! Louisville’s biggest and best holiday tradition—the classic story of Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the spirits of Christmas, told with the warmth of holiday music and visual splendor.

Louisville’s biggest and best holiday tradition—the classic story of Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the spirits of Christmas, told with the warmth of holiday music and visual splendor.

“A guitar full of Jimi Hendrix mixed with a healthy dose of pure funk, rock, and hip-hop guaranteed to get any crowd moving with an intense live show. They're a nonstop rock-and-groove fest with an unlimited amount of energy, guaranteed for every performance."

The Rich Guzzi Psycho Hypnosis Show is actually three shows in one - stand-up comedy, a hard-hitting hypnosis show and a self-help seminar. Rich becomes the Swiss army knife of the stage every night as he relentlessly tours the country and cutting the crowd to ribbons. The show becomes a rock concert when Guzzi invites people from the audience on stage to participate in the hypnosis part of the performance. For tickets to see Rich Guzzi's shows on December 26 and 27, go to www.improvlouisville.com.

French Lick’s own Wright family brings their brand of holiday standards alive along with stories of growing up and spending Christmas in Springs Valley. Times: 6 p.m. Cocktails/7 p.m. Dinner/ 7:30 p.m. Show Tickets: $25 Show-only/$40 Dinner & Show

Use your imagination as you come to the JCC's Winter Camp. Every day is a different adventure. Our theme is "Imagine If" and we hope you will use your imagination during camp. Imagine if...you were a detective, you were a world traveler, you were a chef or you were a pirate! There are nine different days to choose from! K-5 Campers will have a chance to swim each day.

Yoga with Art 2:30-4:00pm, $5 Cabaret Life Drawing 4:30-6:30pm, $10 ($5 students) BYOM (bring your own mat) for Yoga with Art. Flex those creative muscles as you work through a variety of ancient poses. Sessions are just $5 at the door and are led by Certified Yoga Teachers Skylar Smith, Jonathan Swanz, Teresa Phelps Martin, and Ashley-Brooke McGinty. Attendees should bring their own mat or towel and water and arrive early to ensure a spot because space is limited.

December 8, 2009 – January 31, 2010 Founded in 1995, the Louisville Area Fiber and Textile Artists (LAFTA) is an organization of local visual artists whose work encompasses an array of surface design and construction techniques. The two-fold mission is to provide on-going support and information to its members and to increase community awareness and understanding of fiber and textile arts. LAFTA hosts juried shows about once a year in the community.

December 8, 2009 – January 31, 2010 Founded in 1995, the Louisville Area Fiber and Textile Artists (LAFTA) is an organization of local visual artists whose work encompasses an array of surface design and construction techniques. The two-fold mission is to provide on-going support and information to its members and to increase community awareness and understanding of fiber and textile arts. LAFTA hosts juried shows about once a year in the community.

You have never seen anything like this! Artisans take the century old craft of Asian lantern making to a magical, monumental scale. Moving parts, amazing colors and surprising building materials all come together in one of the most spectacular and charming holiday displays anywhere.

The Mu Do Ryu Judo Dojo located at 3030 hunsinger Lane offers a children's Judo class that meets every Sunday at 4 PM. Learn a martial art with over a hundred years of rich tradition and effective combat techniques! Judo is Japanese wrestling. Our curriculum has NO kicking or punching, it is far safer than striking martial arts for young students. Low rates, no contracts, small class sizes. The first lesson is always free. http://www.mudoryu.com

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

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

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.

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.

“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

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.

Show off your vintage fashion sense and indulge in some retro cocktails with Mad Men Sundays at Proof on Main. Every Sunday from 8 to 11:30 p.m., the bar at Proof will offer classic cocktails and discounted bar bites to enjoy while they air the Golden Globe award-winning television show. Mad Men is on from 10 to 11 p.m., and guests are encouraged to wear retro costumes in homage to their favorite characters on the show.

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?

Our Sunday Farmer's Market is back, bigger and better than ever! We've added new vendors to your tried and true favs, so stop by and choose from an even wider selection of local goodies from all around Kentuckiana! Every Sunday through October 12 - 4 PM Outside the St. Matthews Market - 3738 Lexington Rd.

Stroll through the most prestigious address in Louisville while viewing a monumental collection of art by local and regional artists.Paintings, Sculptures, Multi Media, Fibers and Quilts, Fountains and Water Features, Home decor and Furniture. All items are for sale and benefit Kosair Childrens Hospital. Sponsored by Wolford Built Homes.

Worship services are at 9:00 and 11:00

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.

Throughout the year, Glassworks offers the opportunity for participants to enter the glassblowing studio where they can create one-of-a kind hot glass pieces with the assistance of resident artists. A fun family activity and beautiful keepsakes! Ages 7+ APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED! For May, we will offer: BLOW YOUR OWN VASE & SCULPT YOUR OWN FLOWER This blow event sells out every year, give mom something she will always cherish. A fun gift to create FOR or WITH your Mama! Dates: 12-5 Sunday, May 3rd 10-5 Saturday, May 9th 12-5 Sunday, May 10th

Make Your Own “Light bulb” Paperweight (offered every Saturday in April & May) Transform an ordinary light bulb into a beautiful work of art. Using crushed bits of glass called frit, we’ll fill up a light bulb and fuse the bits into a lovely paperweight. You can choose as few or as many colors of frit as you like to make something dazzling that will brighten even the most disorganized of desks!

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."

Shoot pool for $1/hr per person. $2 Well Drinks including bourbon, vodka, rum, gin, and tequila. A variety of mixers are available.

Come jam with other local musicians or just to listen and enjoy some Award-Winning Pizza and a good time at Bearno's By-The-Bridge. Also talk to management about playing on a Friday or Saturday Night!

Come to Bearno's By-The-Bridge to jam with other local musicians or just to be entertained by the musical talent of Louisville!

Blow a Kiss!! Come into the Hotshop at Glassworks and warm up with your sweetie to Blow Your Own Kiss. A Glassworks artist will help you design and blow this memorable glass gift of love. Do something different for V-day, Make it a Date! Cost: $50 Time: 30-35 minutes Ages: 7+ Call for appointment: 502.992.3056 Dates and Times: Sat. 7th, 10-5; Sun. 8th, 12-5;Thurs. 12th, 12-9; Fri. 13th,12-9; Sat. 14th, 10-9; Sun. 15th,12-5; Sat. 21th, 10-5; Sat. 28th, 10-5.

Come to Bearno's By-The-Bridge and rock out, jam with other bands, or just be entertained by local musicians. Also, a good way to get booked at one of Bearno's locations!

Shoot pool for $1/hr per person. $2 Domestic Bottles including Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, and Coors Light!!!

Come out and experiment with other local musicians and maybe even get booked to play at Bearno's By-The-Bridge or Bearno's Highlands. Not a musician...that's ok too, feel free to come out and enjoy some Award-Winning Pizza and an excellent beer selection while feeding your ears with some fine tunes!

Shoot pool for $1/hr per person. $2 pints and $6 pitchers of domestic beer!!!