Wednesday, January 27th • Lelia Gentle - Stan’s Fish Sandwich & Dreamcatcher Farm • $55.00 • “Introduction to Sushi” Is the thought of rolling your own sushi overwhelming? When you look at a sushi menu, do you feel isolated and bewildered? This class is designed to introduce you with ingredients used in sushi as well as how to select and make perfect Sushi Rice; and also familiarize you with the different types of sushi. In class you will be able to make and sample: Hosomaki • Futomaki • Inside-Out Roll • Nigeri - Sushi and Gunkan. We will also discuss Temaki-

City Taste Tours - “Baby Its Cold Outside” Tour City Taste Tours is introducing our monthly series of “hump day” progressive dinners, and this month baby… its COLD outside! Hop aboard the warmth and luxury of the City Taste Tours shuttle and let us chase the cold away as we take you to three very cool restaurants with very hot fireplaces. We promise you the tops in upscale restaurants, fabulous food, and enough fun for you to forget how ridiculously cold it is outside. Call to reserve your seat! City Taste Tours 502-589-1628

A brilliant young student, an unorthodox detective, a sensitive young woman forced into prostitution . . . and a brutal murder. In this acclaimed adaptation, three actors play out Dostoevsky’s classic tale as a 90-minute psychological drama—feverishly reliving the events leading up to the grisly crime, uncovering a fascinating mind and motive, and exploring the tenuous path toward redemption.

This musical tribute to Ella Fitzgerald is an amazing performance that takes a trip down memory lane with a legend and her band. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Featuring breathtaking songs like “That Old Black Magic” and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” and stories of her extraordinary life and personal resilience, Ella captures the essence of the woman behind the microphone, delivering a sensational live concert that channels her remarkable voice.

You know comedian Tom Green from his anything-goes run as the funniest, most unpredictable personality on MTV, and his unforgettable, deliciously loony roles in uproarious film comedies including "Road Trip" and "Freddy Got Fingered." He's graced the cover of Rolling Stone, commandeered the coveted guest-host chair on "The Late Show with David Letterman," and conquered the World Wide Web with his free-wheeling, wildly popular internet talk show, "Tom Green's House Tonight." Now, Tom brings his unique brand of hilarity to the art of stand-up comedy.

The 16th annual African American Art Exhibition at Actors Theatre of Louisville will be on display from January 25 - February 22, 2010. The exhibition will run concurrent with the theatrical production of Ella. Each year, over 20,000 theatre and arts patrons view the exhibition, which has become a popular highlight of the region’s visual arts season. On February 5, 2010 awards will be presented at a reception honoring artists. These awards include a Brown-Forman Corporation purchase award as well as other purchase/merit prizes. Last year, more than $6,000 was awarded!

Interviewing for bilingual home inspector (English, Spanish) for Louisville, KY and surrounding area, including Southern Indiana. Must be licensed. Must have a car and a valid license. Knowledge of HomeGauge a plus, but not required. Call Linda 231-1155

The Water Tower Regional, first held in 1909, is the oldest competitive juried art exhibition in the Southeast and Midwest regions. Hosted by the Louisville Visual Art Association, Kentucky's oldest arts organization, the exhibition will feature artwork from artists in Kentucky and surrounding states. This exhibit features artists from Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. Opening reception on January 24. Over $5,000 in cash awards will be presented at the reception along with a lecture by juror Churchill Davenport.

The monstrous course of bigotry and deceit are terrifyingly depicted through the story of a young farmer, his wife, and a young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife's arrest for witchcraft. The farmer brings the girl to court to admit the lie-and instead of saving his wife, finds himself also accused of witchcraft and ultimately condemned with a host of others. Dates: 2010 January 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 & 30 @ 7:30pm January 23 & 30 @ 2:00pm Venue MeX Theatre, The Kentucky Center Ticket Information Kentucky Center: (502) 584-7777 www.kentuckycenter.org

Join CenterStage Academy as we present scenes and songs from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The children will work with musical theatre professionals in all three disciplines: singing, acting, and dancing, culminating in a musical theatre production on Tuesday, May 11, 2010, with your child playing a starring role. T-shirt included in price. January 17-May 11 Spotlight Youth Musical Theatre Sundays 3:15-4:30 PM Fee: $355 Member Fee: $295 Ages 5-8 (or by permission of instructor) Minimum of 10 students required. Spotlight Youth Players Sundays 4:30-6:00 PM

Fee includes an eight week league with a single elimination tournament. Women's Quads and Men's Quads. Men's Quads January 14-March 5 Thursdays 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Womens's Quads January 14-March 5 Thursdays 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Fee: $180/Team Age: 18+

This on-going workshop is for you if you are interested in developing your design and technique skills. Learning new and contemporary visual ideas is our goal. January 13-February 3 Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. January 15-February 5 Fridays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. April 7-April 28 Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. April 9-April 30 Fridays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. May 3-May 24 Mondays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. May 7-May 28 Fridays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Fee: $90 Member Fee: $70

An exploration of new and well known drawing materials used by artists to express themselves. An introduction to colored pencils is included. January 11-February 1 Mondays 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Fee: $90 Member Fee: $70

From Hip-Hop music to contemporary literature, movies to cable television, the identity of Black America is often characterized by caricature and exaggeration. Searching for the Heart of Black Identity showcases the work of an amazing group of African-American artists from across America whose work explores this cultural conundrum. This provocative exhibition includes works in film, photography, textiles, sculpture, paintings and poetry. The opening reception will be held on Friday, January 8th from 5:00pm to 7:30pm.

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Let City Taste Tours show you the city! Hop aboard the comfort of our luxury shuttle and let us treat your taste buds and tell you the tale of this fascinating town. We’ll cruise you through Louisville ’s city streets and gas lit historic neighborhoods, while stopping at exciting hot spots along the way. We’ll set you in front of a beautiful fire and give you the choice of four mouth watering desserts at a new, absolutely fabulous restaurant that not even the locals know about as of yet.

Explore the world of contemporary art quilts in this national juried exhibit featuring 31 works by artists from across the United States. Please visit our website at www.carnegiecenter.org or call 812-944-7336 for information on exhibit and related programs. Exhibit sponsored by the Carnegie Center, Inc. Museum hours Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5:30 pm. Admission is free.

Fierce. Fitness by Design is Louisville's newest fitness studio offering private personal training and one on one health coaching along with Yoga and Pilates!Join us for our grand opening celebration and meet our master trainer and set your workout schedule today! We offer many options... 2010 Weight Loss Challenge -yoga -pilates -sculpting -cardio -kickboxing -and many more! Individualized Personal Instruction! Call Holly at (502) 419-3211 for more information. Or email us at fiercept@insightbb.com

City Taste Tours is introducing our monthly series of “hump day” progressive dinners, and this month baby… its COLD outside! Hop aboard the warmth and luxury of the City Taste Tours shuttle and let us chase the cold away as we take you to three very cool restaurants with very hot fireplaces. We promise you the tops in upscale restaurants, fabulous food, and enough fun for you to forget how ridiculously cold it is outside. Call to reserve your seat! City Taste Tours 502-589-1628 www.citytastetours.com

Take a humorous journey inside the magical world of animals, full of “Seussian” style rhymes guaranteed to bring smiles and chuckles. 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!

Take a breathtaking tour of Kentucky in thirty minutes, all while sitting in a state-of-the-art theater in the Kentucky Center for the Arts. KentuckyShow! is an emotionally compelling, mulitmedia production that highlights Kentucky's fascinating people, places and spirit. Shows run Tuesdays through Saturdays at 11, 1 and 3 and Sundays at 1 and 3.

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.

Course includes essential life skills for learning how to know the Self; find your purpose; build better relationships; dream interpretation; fulfilling your desires; enhancing memory and listening skills; meditation; healing; study of holy works. Classes meet on Monday or Wednesday evenings 7:30-10:30 PM once a week. Weekly donation $20 for class and registration night. Call 452-2501 for more info.

E-Vents Promotions, LLC proudly presents a night of SALSA dancing at Jim Porters Good Time Emporium. Every Wednesday beginning at 9:00 pm START with a beginner's dance lesson in salsa, bachata, merengue, or cha cha. At 10:00 pm dance the night away with a $2.25 Margaritas drink special. Don't miss it!

This class is beneficial to novice investors, investors with some knowledge, and seasoned investors who want to brush up on the basics. You'll learn the difference between saving and investing and improve your knowledge of the most common investments. Most importantly, you'll learn from a 30-year veteran of the financial services industry who does not sell financial products and is not affiliated with a financial/investment firm. Class meets on Wednesday evenings, October 12 & 19 from 6:30-9 p.m.

In a comfortable studio setting, you'll learn the design basics of lighting; color; pattern mixing; furniture; window, floor and wall treatments; and accessorizing. You will also learn about remodeling/building products, procedures and pricing. Led by Kelli Milligan, interior designer and owner of Renaissance, Inc. Class meets on 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning on October 14. NOTE: This class is also offered on Mondays from 10 a.m. until 12 noon beginning on October 12.

“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.

Improve your knowledge of wine as you sample domestic and imported varieties. You'll also enjoy an assortment of cheeses as you learn: the history of the wine industry; the effects of weather and geography on taste; how to read and interpret labels; tasting techniques; how to order, serve and pair wines; and how to stock a wine cellar. Not to be missed is a class tour of a local winery! Class meets on 5 consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning on September 30.

Body Wellness, a physical fitness program for adults who have lost muscle tone and flexibility or for persons who are recuperating, is taught from 10-10:45 a.m. and again from 10:45-11:30 a.m. each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Baptist East/Milestone Wellness Center, 750 Cypress Station Drive. The class fee is free to Wellness Center members; $4 per class or $40 for 10 classes for non-members.

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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.

Over the course of eight classes, students learn the proper techniques for combat sword fighting used by the Frazier's own Interpretations Department. Barrett Cooper, Curator of Historic Interpretations, and Eric Frantz, Interpreter, instruct students in the art of the long sword and stage combat, utilizing fight manuals from the 14th and 15th centuries. The Frazier Museum Sword Guild supplies all weaponry and equipment needed. No prior experience is necessary. Participants must be at least 12 years of age.

Metaphysics is the study and application of the Universal Laws and Truths that govern the Inner Self. Students learn, practice and apply Essential Life Skills to draw out their full potential and know their purpose in life. Each individual will learn how to focus and direct the mind through developing undivided attention and concentration skills; improve memory; cultivate intuition; understand and interpret their dreams; meditate; use creative visualization; develop peace of mind; live in harmony with Self and harmonize with Universal Laws.

Listen to the changing rhythms of tobacco farming in Kentucky to the cadence of the auctioneer’s call. Free with museum admission. This theatre performance will be shown every Wednesday in January.

This is a wholistic course of study that will aid anyone willing to put forth the effort to improve all areas of their life. Through the regular practice of mental disciplines and the invaluable experience of interaction with other students in class you will accelerate your growth and awareness of Self. Learn how to concentrate, improve memory, listen with undivided attention, cultivate intuition, interpret your dreams, create more energy through the physical and mental breath, meditate, use creative visualization, and live in harmony with Universal Law.

Come be a part of the third session of the Frazier Museum Sword Guild and learn the art of combat and sword fighting!! Barrett Cooper, Manager of the Interpretation Department, and Eric Frantz, Interpreter, will instruct students in the art of the long sword and stage combat utilizing the text of the 14th and 15th centuries! Over the course of 8 classes, each student learns the proper techniques for combat sword fighting used by the Frazier's own Intepretation Department. No prior experience is necessary. The Frazier Sword Guild will supply all weaponry and equipment needed.

Discover the power of your mind to create the life you desire for yourself and others. Through the study and application of learned essential life skills such as Self Respect, Undivided Attention, Concentration, Memory, Listening, Reasoning, imagination, intuition, breath and visualization so you can become the "change" you want to see in the world. Discover you! Recall and interpret your nightly dreams to create your waking life.