Louisville Events, June 2009

Listings of Louisville Events in June 2009

Tour Briefing on Turkey and Iran

When: June 3rd
Where: Z's Oyster Bar
What: In September, the World Affairs Council of Kentuckiana is hosting tours of Turkey and Iran. This tour briefing will allow you to ask questions about the tour and the countries while enjoying delicious hors d'oeuvres and the company of fellow world travelers.

George "G.G." Johnson Scholarship Golf Scramble

When: June 5th
Where: Shawnee Golf Club
What: This lunch, silent auction, golf scramble, and hole-in-one contest is sponsored by the Louisville Urban League and benefits Urban Youth Golf Program's George “G.G.” Johnson College Scholarship Fund.

First Friday Trolley Hop

When: June 5th
Where: Downtown Louisville
What: A tour of dozens of galleries in Downtown Louisville’s art district, taking participants to several different art galleries located on the Main, Market, and Fourth Street strips.

Louisville Visual Arts Festival Kickoff

When: June 5th-7th
Where: Numerous Louisville Art Galleries
What: The Louisville Visual Arts Festival is an annual festival with a different theme each year, geared to raising awareness of Louisville's visual arts community regionally, nationally, and internationally. The inaugural celebration highlights the photographic art and creative community of Louisville's Center for Photographic Studies.

Louisville Gay and Lesbian Film Series

When: June 5th – July 2nd
Where: Apex Village 8 Theaters
What: The annual Louisville Gay and Lesbian Film Series is part of the Louisville Exclusives Films project which brings art and foreign films to the Louisville community. Apex Entertainment will be promoting this event with the Kentucky Fairness Alliance.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

When: June 5th-7th
Where: Salvation Army Male Campus
What: This used book sale features adult and children books for $3 of less and benefits the Louisville Free Public Library.

Day Out With Thomas 2009

When: June 6th, 7th, 13th, and 14th
Where: Kentucky Railway Museum
What: This fun-filled event offers preschoolers and their families the opportunity to take a ride with a 15-ton replica of Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular Thomas and Friends TV series. Children and their families will get to enjoy activities for the whole family, including arts and crafts, storytelling, video viewing, and live music.

Let It Ride Poker Run

When: June 6th
Where: Dare to Care Food Bank Warehouse
What: The Dare to Care Food Bank and the Yum! Brands Foundation are hosting the second annual Let It Ride Poker Run to raise hunger awareness in our community. This event is open to the public and geared toward motorcycle enthusiasts.

Designer Wear Sale

When: June 6th
Where: Clifton Center
What: Margaret’s Consignment will host this designer wear sale featuring women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, home interiors, and accessories. All items will be $10 and under, and proceeds will benefit United Hill Crescent Ministries.