Wednesday, July 4, 2018, 10am-10pm
Where: Grounds of the Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave
What: Juried Artists’ Booths
Live Entertainment
Children’s Fun Zone, Food Court
Cake Booth
Pet Contest
and more
CycLOUvia returns to Frankfort Avenue on June 24
CycLOUvia, the popular event showcasing alternative transportation, is returning to Frankfort Avenue for the fifth time on Sunday, June 24.Frankfort Avenue from Pope Street to Stilz Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from 2-6 p.m. Police will facilitate a motor crossing at Ewing Avenue. Many businesses along the corridor will be open and engaging the street with specials for the event.
CycLOUvia is designed to encourage more communities to close streets to cars and open them to people. The return to Frankfort Avenue marks the thirteenth CycLOUvia event, with previous events being held on Bardstown Road, West Broadway, and Three Points (Germantown, Schnitzelburg and Shelby Park).
Commercial establishments with frontage along the Frankfort Avenue corridor are encouraged to open their businesses during event hours and engage participants to create an atmosphere that is uniquely Louisville.
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/197901680848523/
Save the Date: Lexington/Grinstead Development Meeting
There will be another meeting to review the property at Lexington and Grinstead. It will be held on Wednesday, June 27, 7:00 at the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana Learning Center at 2115 Lexington Road. We will provide more information next week.
4th of July Festival Update
Volunteers Needed
Please help us put on an excellent festival to celebrate America's Birthday! Volunteer as an individual, with friends, your Family, church group, etc.
Pet Contest, July 4, 1:00pm
Get ready to show your pets off. There will be multiple categories and free Pet Photo Booth. Be sure to go to the Information Booth and sign up your pet.
Cake Contest, July 4, 2:30pm
Judging begins at 2:30 pm on July 4th. Cakes should be delivered to Peterson-Dumesnil House between 10 am and 2 pm. After the event all cakes will be auctioned off to benefit the Crescent Hill 4th of July Festival. For more information, please contact Shannon Endres at shannybones@yahoo.com or 502-494-5904.
Use the link below to sign up.24th Annual Crescent Hill Garden Tour, Saturday, June 2, 9:00am – 5:00pm
The Crescent Hill Garden Club will host its 24th annual Crescent Hill Garden Tour on Saturday, June 2. The tour will feature 10 of this iconic neighborhood’s unique and private gardens. Tour-goers will experience creative gardening in urban spaces, from organic gardens to butterfly gardens. The tour is a great way to spend a Saturday in beautiful surroundings while gaining design inspiration for your own outdoor space!
Funds from the tour are used to support garden and planting projects throughout the Crescent Hill area.
The tour starts at the Peterson-Dumesnil House located at 301 S. Peterson Ave., where tickets can be purchased for $15. You can also purchase tickets in advance at www.crescenthillgardentour.org/tickets.
More information: www.crescenthillgardentour.org or 502.889.0086.
Walking Wednesdays at the Crescent Hill Gatehouse and Reservoir, Kickoff, Wednesday, May 9, 5-7pm
This week is National Drinking Water Week and a perfect segue to Louisville Water’s 21-week celebration of Louisville pure tap®. That’s right, Louisville Water makes tap water so good, that 21 years ago we gave it a name!
Louisville Water kicks off the celebration with Walking Wednesdays at the Crescent Hill Gatehouse and Reservoir.
Please join us on Wednesday, May 9 from 5-7pm. Use the link below for more information and to RSVP.
CHCC Board Meeting, May 10th, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The Crescent Hill Community Council will hold their monthly board meeting this Thursday and it is opened to the public. Please come and see what is happening in our awesome neighborhood.
Peterson-Dumesnil Yard Sale, Saturday, May 12, 9:00am – Noon
The yard sale will take place rain or shine. Space rental is available for $20.00 and if you don’t want to actually participate the PDHF will be happy to take any donated items. For further details please contact Jane Rose-Zupetz at 896-8800.
Responsible Recycling Event, Saturday, May 12, 2018, 9:30am – 12:30pm, Louisville Water Tower Park, 3005 River Road
Clean out your house and drop off these items for recycling FREE: Batteries, Computers & Electronics, Drug Disposal, Handheld Electronics, Hazardous Materials, Household Building Supplies, Household Furniture, Household Items, Medical Surplus Items, Personal Documents (for shredding), No televisions. See the attached flyer for more information.
CHCC Board Meeting, May 10th, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The Crescent Hill Community Council will hold their monthly board meeting this Thursday and it is opened to the public. Please come and see what is happening in our awesome neighborhood.
Peterson-Dumesnil Yard Sale, Saturday, May 12, 9:00am – Noon
The yard sale will take place rain or shine. Space rental is available for $20.00 and if you don’t want to actually participate the PDHF will be happy to take any donated items. For further details please contact Jane Rose-Zupetz at 896-8800.
Responsible Recycling Event, Saturday, May 12, 2018, 9:30am – 12:30pm, Louisville Water Tower Park, 3005 River Road
Clean out your house and drop off these items for recycling FREE: Batteries, Computers & Electronics, Drug Disposal, Handheld Electronics, Hazardous Materials, Household Building Supplies, Household Furniture, Household Items, Medical Surplus Items, Personal Documents (for shredding), No televisions. See the attached flyer for more information.
Friday, April 27, F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop, 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Historic Frankfort Avenue will host the F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop. The FAT Friday Trolley Hop, held year-round on the final Friday of every month, provides FREE parking and transportation to participating shops, restaurants and galleries. The free trolleys run along Frankfort Avenue from Cannons Lane to River Road and many businesses will host special sales, live music and refreshments. For more information, visit http://www.frankfortave.com/.
Barret Middle School Clean Up, Saturday 4/21, 9 – 11am
Please join the students, parents and faculty to do spring cleanup of this neighborhood treasure. We will meet in the back-parking lot accessible from Galt or S. Peterson. This is a great way to get to support our educational system.
District 9 Spring Community Cleanup, Saturday, April 14
Join Metro Councilman, Bill Hollander and your neighbors on Saturday, April 14, for the D9 Spring Community Cleanup. In partnership with Brightside, we will be cleaning in the Clifton Heights neighborhood. Volunteers should plan to meet at 8:30 a.m. on Lindsay Avenue near Brownsboro Road for breakfast sandwiches, provided by the Clifton McDonald’s, and hot coffee, provided by Heine Brothers’ Coffee. The cleanup will officially start at 9:00 a.m. and fan out in the neighborhood. The District 9 office will provide bags, gloves, tools and t-shirts on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions, please contact Bill Hollander’s office at 574-1109.
4th of July Festival Sponsors
We are very excited to welcome the following businesses as sponsors for the annual 4th of July Festival. Please be sure to thank these sponsors by going by their business, making a purchase and thanking them for supporting our neighborhood.
GOLD
Citizens of District 9
COPPER
Louisville Water Company
The Wine Rack
BRONZE
B. Deemer Gallery
Bourbon Barrell Foods
Carmichael’s Bookstore
Consider Boutique
Crescent Hill Trading Company
Just Creations
Margaret’s Fine Consignments
CHCC Board Meeting, April 5th, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The Crescent Hill Community Council will hold their monthly board meeting this Thursday and it is opened to the public. Please come and see what is happening in our awesome neighborhood.
26th Annual Easter Parade, 11:30am, Kennedy to Pope Street
Come enjoy this free, family-friendly event. The Grand Marshal is Mayor Greg Fischer and the will be Shriners, Antique Cars, Homemade Family Floats, Hwang’s Martial Artists, Bagpipers, Dance Teams, Mounted Sheriff’s Posse and lots of CANDY.
Easter Egg Hunt, Mar 31, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The annual Easter Egg hunt will be held on the beautiful grounds of the Peterson-Dumesnil House on Saturday, March 31, 10:00am. Come early (9:30) for Story Time with one of our Children’s Librarians from the Crescent Hill Library. There will be Three simultaneous hunts by age groups for kids ages 11 and under.
9:30am: Story Lady
10:00am: Easter Egg Hunt Begins
Easter Parade Hat Contest
Get prepared for the Easter Parade on March 31 by creating an awesome Easter Hat. Check in by 11am at the St. Mark’s parking lot at 2822 Frankfort Ave. At the end of the parade there will be a tenet at Pope Street for the hat judging. Winners will receive gift card prizes.
Categories include:
- Best Handcrafted Hat by Kids (ages 12 and under)
- Most Derby Ready Hat
- Best Traditional Easter Bonnet
- OVER THE TOP (most outrageous hat)
A hat-crafting activity for kids 12 and under will be held the same morning at the Crescent Hill Public Library following the area Easter egg hunt. Bring your ideas and the library staff and volunteers will help you get ready for the parade.
Friday, March 30, F.A.T. Friday Military Trolley Hop, 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Historic Frankfort Avenue will host the F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop. The FAT Friday Trolley Hop, held year-round on the final Friday of every month, provides FREE parking and transportation to participating shops, restaurants and galleries. The free trolleys run along Frankfort Avenue from Cannons Lane to River Road and many businesses will host special sales, live music and refreshments. For more information, visit http://www.frankfortave.com/.
Karaoke for the Easter Parade, 3/22, 7-9pm
Money for The Bunny is Thursday, March 22, 7-9pm at The Hub! Even if you don't want to get up and sing, we'd love it if you could stop by and support (and be entertained by) those who do!
Easter Parade Clean Up, 3/24, 9-11am
Meet your neighbors for a clean-up of Frankfort Ave so we can present a great image to the city for the Easter Parade. We will meet at the corner of Ewing and Frankfort Ave and work our way down to the beginning of the parade route.
Easter Parade Hat Contest
Get prepared for the Easter Parade on March 31 by creating an awesome Easter Hat. See the attached flyer for contest details.
Braille Readers Theater Presents The Doctor in Spite of Himself
Friday, March 16, 2018, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 17, 2018, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Avenue.
*FREE EVENT: Reservations required by March 15
Call 502-899-2213 or send email to kcarpenter@aph.org to register
Now in its 7th season, APH’s Braille Readers theater presents The Doctor in Spite of Himself. This classic work by the 17thcentury French playwright Molière still packs a comic punch, inviting comparisons to comic genius from the Marx Brothers to Saturday Night Live sketches. Molière has filled this fast and funny farce about the medical profession with witty comebacks, wordy misunderstandings, pranks, puns, and mischief; he is considered one of the great masters of comedy in western literature. Best for ages 10 and up.
(SEE image moliere.pdf)
On Monday, March 19, 2018, the League of Women Voters of Louisville is sponsoring a Dinner & Democracy meeting. The public is invited.
Reconciliation: White and Black Women Work for Voting Rights
Featuring Dr. Randolph Hollingsworth, University of Kentucky (https://tinyurl.com/yadghpas)
Interviewed by: Metro Louisville Councilwoman, Cheri Bryant Hamilton (https://tinyurl.com/y7j64gy2)
Dinner at 5:30 p.m. (No reservation required. Donations accepted.)
Program at 6:00 p.m.
Lang House, 115 S. Ewing Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
For further information contact the League at 895-5218 or email:info@lwvlouisville.org
Neighborhood Meeting to Review Crescent Hill Generator, March 7, 7:00pm
Louisville Water is sponsoring a neighborhood meeting to discuss the planned Crescent Hill Generator. We held neighborhood meetings in August and September 2016 to discuss the need for the project and gain feedback from the neighborhood and other key stakeholders. We are now near the start of the project and would like to share the final plans. Please join us on March 7 for an overview including design of the building, location and construction timeline.
The meeting will be held at Louisville Water Tower Park, 3005 River Road on Wednesday March 7 at 7:00 pm.
Meet Your Legislators, March 10, 9-10am, Crescent Hill Library.
Join us at the Crescent Hill Free Public Library to meet your local legislators. This informal meeting will include state representatives, senators and Metro Council elected officials.
CHCC Newsletter – Spring 2018
Here it is! The first electronic issue of the Crescent Hill Community Council Newsletter. Go to CHCC Newsletter - Spring 2018.
If you know someone who needs a printed copy of the of the newsletter, please send their name, address and telephone number tocomunications@crescenthill.us. We will deliver one to them.
Please be sure to patronize and thank the many advertisers in the newsletter.
CHCC Board Meeting, March 1st, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The Crescent Hill Community Council will hold their monthly board meeting this Thursday and it is opened to the public. Please come and see what is happening in our awesome neighborhood.
At this meeting, Vince Guenthner, Senior Utilities Consultant, Louisville Water Company will discuss the planned Crescent Hill Generator.
Volunteers Needed to Help Plan the 4th of July Festival
We have some great opportunities to get involved in the planning of this year’s 4th of July Festival. We need people to chair or co-chair the following committees:
- Fun & Game Booths (Cake Wheel, Ring Toss, etc.)
- Food Vendors (We are not running the food booth this year, but will be utilizing outside vendors and/or food trucks)
- Facilities, Grounds and Equipment (Equipment rental, set-up & tear-down, grounds layout, etc.)
Also, there are numerous committees that need help. If you are interested, please respond to this email or email Cynthia Thomas.
Landscapes for Your Fingertips
Saturday, February 24, 2018, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Avenue.
FREE EVENT: Reservations required by February 23, Call 502-899-2213 or send email to kcarpenter@aph.org to register
Create tactile artworks of new and remembered landscapes by using textures, shapes, and layers to add depth and movement. Your completed landscape can be traveled with your fingertips. This class is taught by guest artist Jennifer Palmer. Best for adults and children age 8 and up.You will see the newsletter in your email box on or about March 1st.
CHCC Board Meeting
The board of the Crescent Hill Community Council will meet on Thursday, February 1, 7:00p – 8:30p at the Peterson-Dumesnil House at 301 S. Peterson Ave. All meetings of the board are open to the community. This is a great way to meet some neighbors and see what is happening in our neighborhood.
Newsletter Deadline – February 15th
Do you have something that you would like to be included in the Crescent Hill Community Council Newsletter? We are always looking for great news about the neighborhood or an inspiring human interest story. Submit any articles or ideas to our editor, Taylor Mayer at tmayer27@gmail.com by February 15th.
You will see the newsletter in your email box on or about March 1st.
Call for Volunteers: 4th of July Festival
As you can imagine, the planning for the annual 4th of July Festival begins many months ahead of time. We are already working on the details and are looking for committee members to help. This is a great opportunity to get involved in our great neighborhood. We particularly need help with the Art Fair, Game Booths, Food Vendors and Facilities. If you are interested in working on a committee, please contact this year’s chair, Cynthia Thomas at cynthiathomas01@gmail.com.
Shovel Your Sidewalk
Please remember that it is each homeowner and business owner’s responsibility to shovel the sidewalk in front of their home or business. Please be a good neighbor and help maintain safe sidewalks.
CHCC First Meeting of 2018
Happy New Year! The first meeting of the Crescent Hill Community Council in 2018 will be held on Thursday, January 4th at 7:00 at the Peterson-Dumensil House at 301 S. Peterson Ave.
At this meeting, last year’s board will be electing the new board for 2018. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Holiday Open House, Thursday, December 7, 6:00pm to 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The holiday season is fast approaching when we think about decorating the house, Santa, Christmas music, and all the fun, festive things that go with it. Come visit with your friends and neighbors from Crescent Hill at the Crescent Hill Community Council sponsored annual Holiday Open House. This year we hope to see you on Thursday, December 7th anytime between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Peterson-Dumesnil House at 301 S. Peterson Avenue.
Santa will be stopping by to see all the good little boys and girls and loves selfies with the grown-ups! The Louisville Mandolin Orchestra will be entertaining us in the living room with beautiful holiday music. In the dining room will be refreshments and desserts for everyone to enjoy. If you have a desire to bake your favorite dessert, we’ll make room for your treat. Please join us for this festive gathering. We’ll be looking for you!
Winter Fire Safety – A Message from Louisville Fire Marshal
Most of us look forward to winter and its encouragement of hot cocoa, fuzzy clothes and warm houses. It's also the peak season for the second leading cause of home fires in the US - heating equipment. Over 70% of these fires are due to improper use of space heaters, fireplaces and chimneys. The Louisville Division of Fire would like to remind you to keep 3 feet of clearance around space heaters and make sure they plug directly into a wall (not an extension cord or power strip). Ensure that they are turned off when you leave the room or go to sleep. FEMA and the US Fire Administration recommend all chimneys and vents should be cleaned and inspected yearly.
In addition to this seasonal information, please make sure that you have working smoke alarms in your home. If you are unable to test yours or have none and live in the Urban Services District, please call 311 and request that the Louisville Division of Fire come out to test or replace your smoke alarms free of charge. We can also provide a home safety check to ensure you are as safe as possible.
Finally, we would like to remind you that three of the largest causes of fires are careless smoking, electrical equipment malfunction and unattended cooking. If you would like to request a home safety check for any of these issues, please let us know and we will assist you.
Olde Tyme Christmas, Saturday, December 2, 10:00am to 8:00pm, Frankfort Avenue
The 22nd Annual “Olde Tyme Christmas on Frankfort Avenue”, Saturday, December 2nd from 10 to 8, with free trolley rides, horse & carriage rides, a dog walk with costume contest and photos with Santa, special retail sales, live music, holiday refreshments, and an appearance by Santa Claus!
Holiday Ornament Factory, Saturday, December 2, 10:30am to 12:30pm
Learn how people who are blind and visually impaired explore tactile pictures with their fingertips. Then craft your own tactile ornament to decorate your home for the holidays. Make unique holiday cards as well. Our guest artist for this workshop is Jennifer Palmer. Best for adults and children age 6 and up.
*FREE EVENT: Registration required by December 1
Call 502-899-2213 or send email to kcarpenter@aph.org to register
Save the Date: Holiday Open House, Thursday, December 7, 6:00pm to 8:30pm, Peterson-Dumesnil House
The holiday season is fast approaching when we think about decorating the house, Santa, Christmas music, and all the fun, festive things that go with it. Come visit with your friends and neighbors from Crescent Hill at the Crescent Hill Community Council sponsored annual Holiday Open House. This year we hope to see you on Thursday, December 7th anytime between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Peterson-Dumesnil House at 301 S. Peterson Avenue.
Santa will be stopping by to see all the good little boys and girls and loves selfies with the grown-ups! The Louisville Mandolin Orchestra will be entertaining us in the living room with beautiful holiday music. In the dining room will be refreshments and desserts for everyone to enjoy. If you have a desire to bake your favorite dessert, we’ll make room for your treat. Please join us for this festive gathering. We’ll be looking for you!
Home for the Holidays, November 25 – December 25, 5:00pm to 9:00pm, Masonic Homes of Kentucky
Guests can visit Masonic Homes of Kentucky’s Campus on Frankfort Avenue and enjoy sparkling Christmas lights and decorations. Visitors will also have the opportunity to tune into a holiday themed audio story during a self-guided tour through our historical Campus.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM CRESCENT HILL COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Crescent Hill Community Council wishes you a joyous and happy Thanksgiving!
TROLLY HOP ON FRIDAY AND SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
Remember to support our local businesses this holiday season. We have so many wonderful shops along Frankfort Ave. Consider them first when looking for that special gift, place for a meal or needing a service provider. Friday is the Trolley Hop and Saturday is Small Business Saturday… See you on The Avenue. Many stores will be opened late and have special deals.
EASTER PARADE VOLUNTEERS
It may seem early, but the planning is already underway for the annual Easter Parade on Frankfort Avenue. Volunteers are needed and will meet every week or two. It is pretty easy work and lots of fun! This is a great way to get involved in the neighborhood.
Contact Michaelle Warner if interested, michaelle.warner1@gmail.com
Annual Crescent Hill Community Council Meeting
Please join your neighbors for the annual Crescent Hill Community Council meeting on Thursday, November 2, 2017, 7:00 – 8:30 at the Peterson-Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave. In addition to regular board business, we will be electing the officers for 2018 and will be voting on new Bylaws. Any resident of Crescent Hill who is current with their $15 annual dues will be able to vote for the slate of board officers and the new bylaws.
You can view the bylaws and an explanation of changes at www.crescenthill.us.
We look forward to seeing you there.
2017 -08-30 BYLAWS OF THE CRESCENT HILL COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Summary of Proposed Changes to CHCC Bylaws - 2017
Chili Night Out, Thursday, October 19, 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Your Help is Needed.
This annual event was a huge success last year! We served 8 different chili recipes from different community members and dozens of visitors had fun tasting and comparing the delicious types of chili. We need volunteers to make their favorite chili recipe for this year’s event. The Council will provide the side items such as hot dogs, buns, toppings, chips, beverages, etc. We will welcome homemade desserts if you would prefer baking. But the main donation request is for the chili, so if you are willing to cook up a batch, please call Diana Gautier, 894-8820 before the 17th to let her know!
Going Green and Getting Platinum!
Congratulations to Crescent Hill on recently earning a Platinum Level Green Living Certification from Brightside's Green Living program. In an effort led by the CHCC Green Committee, residents achieved this after taking surveys about their living habits. The surveys were then sent to Brightside, which awarded points based on reported activities such as recycling, planting trees, using energy efficient appliances, and more. Keep living green, Crescent Hill!
Bulb Planting and Cleanup at Barret
Please join the Crescent Hill Garden Club, CHCC, and Barrett Middle in planting 5,000 Crocus Bulbs at Barrett Middle School on Saturday, October 14, from 9:00am to 11:00am. Don't forget your gardening gloves and trowel!
Neighborhood Summit October 28, 8:30a – 2:45p
This is a great opportunity to get involved in Crescent Hill and the City of Louisville. See the attached brochure or visit their website to find out more information including workshop descriptions and schedules, or register. There is a nominal fee of $15 if you register by 10/13; in addition, if you are a current member of the Crescent Hill Community Council, there is a $3 discount available. Please contact Mark Gaff at 502-472-7484 for more information on the discount.
2017 Summit Flier-Registration-Sponsors.pdf
Spirit of Crescent Hill Award
Congratulations to all the neighbors who received a Spirit of Crescent Hill Award on September 14, 2017. The winners include:
Barret Traditional Middle School (Principal, Tom Wortham)
Tara Bassett
Charles Cash
Mike DaRif
Doris Lamb
Front Row: Doris Lamb
Middle Row: Mike DaRif, Charles Cash, Tara Bassett
Back Row: Bill Hollander (District 9, Metro Councilman), Tom Wortham
