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Louisville has ~65 boards and commissions. | Photo by @mylesperhour_photography
Calling all movers and shakers. Are you ready to become an even more engaged citizen? Do you want to know more about the goings-on in our city before they happen? You can make your voice heard by serving as a volunteer member of one of Louisville’s ~65 boards and commissions.

As a board member, you can weigh in on topics like zoning adjustments, advise on decisions about downtown development, or contribute to the maintenance and preservation of cemeteries.

Members are appointed by the Mayor, sometimes with necessary approval from the Metro Council. To be considered, you must submit an application and specify the board(s) or commission(s) of your choosing. If your desired board or commission has a vacancy — and your qualifications match — the Louisville Office of Boards and Commissions will reach out.

Who can apply?

Any citizen residing in Louisville can apply. Pro tip: Depending on the position, certain subject matter expertise may be required. Read the vacancy’s listing to see what it takes.

While your desired board or commission may not currently have an opening, you’re still welcome to submit an application.

What are the term limits?

Louisville currently observes a three-term limit for boards and commissions. Term length varies depending on the board or commission, but most terms last roughly 2-4 years.

Where do I find vacancies?

Available seats are listed under “vacancies” on the Boards and Commissions section of Mayor Craig Greenberg’s page. For example, current vacancies include:
 
Events
Thursday, Feb. 15
  • Comedy Night at Gravely | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Gravely Brewing Co., 514 Baxter Ave., Louisville | Free | If you need a laugh after Valentine’s Day, these Louisville + Nashville comedians have you covered.
  • The Moth Presents: The 2024 Louisville GrandSLAM | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 8-10 p.m. | Kentucky Center for the Arts, 501 W. Main St., Louisville | $40 | See the best of the best from previous storytelling competitions compete for the City Championship.
Friday, Feb. 16
  • Great Backyard Bird Count | Friday, Feb. 16 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., Louisville | $15 | Grab your binoculars for a guided hike where you’ll learn to identify birds.
  • “Last Night at Mikell’s” by Larry Muhammad | Friday, Feb. 16 | 7:30-9:30 | Theater at the Henry Clay, 604 S. 3rd St., Louisville | $12-$22 | This play depicts a New York meet-up between author James Baldwin, jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, and poet Maya Angelou.
Saturday, Feb. 17
  • The 11th Gravy Cup | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Mellwood Art Center, 1860 Mellwood Ave., Louisville | $30-$35 | Chow down on biscuits + gravy from over 30 chefs, then vote for your favorite.
Sunday, Feb. 18
  • A Concert to Benefit John Gage | Sunday, Feb. 18 | 5 p.m. | Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Rd., Louisville | $15 | Hear tunes from LOU bands and artists, including surf-rock group The Get Down, at this show benefiting an injured local singer-songwriter.
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Grab discounted tickets to the 2024 LeadingBetter Summit
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Hundreds of leaders will attend the full-day event to dive into leadership with confidence and courage. | Photo provided by Leadership Louisville Center
Mark your calendars: Speakers have been announced for the region’s largest communication and collaboration event happening May 22. The LeadingBetter Summit will feature actionable lessons for work + life, including:
  • Think Fast, Talk Smart with Matt Abrahams, communications expert from Stanford University
  • Have more productive conversations with author of ‘Mean Girls’ fame, Rosalind Wiseman (“Queen Bees and Wannabees”) + her “Courageous Discomfort” co-author Shanterra McBride
Pro tip: Grab discounted tickets until Friday, March 1.
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News Notes
Development
  • A new, 60,000+ sqft mixed-use development is planned for River Road and Zorn Avenue. Commercial foundation and new construction permits were recently filed for the development, which has plans to include retail, office, and restaurant space at 1041 Zorn Ave. (Louisville Courier Journal)
Number
  • 300,000+. That’s how many people are expected in Louisville the remainder of this week thanks to the 58th annual National Farm Machinery Show. The show is in town through Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. (WHAS 11)
Announced
  • The Louisville Urban League 2024 Derby Gala announced that it will feature Grammy Award-winner Jon Batiste and DJ Mannie Fresh. Individual tickets to the annual Derby Gala go on sale tomorrow, Feb. 16.
Community
  • Several 100+-year-old statues are back at the Louisville Water Tower. The 10 statues have been removed since 2020 for a restoration project at the world’s oldest ornamental water tower, during which time the statues also underwent repairs. The water tower is set to reopen soon for tours + rentals. (WHAS 11)
Closing
  • Thorntons’ downtown location is set to close on Monday, Feb. 26. At this time, the reason for the gas station’s closure is unknown. The move leaves two operating gas stations in the downtown area. (WHAS 11)
Theater
  • CenterStage, Drag Daddy Productions, and Louisville Pride Foundation are partnering to bring “Bent,” a play by Martin Sherman, to LOU during Louisville Pride. Billed as a “powerful portrait of identity, love, and resilience in the face of oppression,” the production will hit the stage in September.
Sports
  • Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Eat
    • In case you missed it, it’s fish fry season. Whether you’re observing Lent — which started yesterday, Feb. 14 — or just love a good piece of fried fish, check out our list of five spots to indulge.
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    • Want to advertise with us but not sure where to start? Check out our self-service advertising, a quick and easy way to get acquainted with our local audience through Listings, Banner Ads, and Articles. Get started today.
    Wellness
    • Regain’s couples therapy is accessible via phone, text, and video call and is FSA/HSA-friendly. Get 25% off your first month for Valentine’s Day.*
     
    Arts

    Explore South Asian art at the Speed

    The Speed Art Museum hosts its first exhibition of South Asian art
    Painting of two people sitting atop an elephant that is walking on grass with a blue sky behind it. In front of the elephant are three people walking.
    One section of the exhibit is entitled “Elephant in the Room,” exploring the role of the elephant in South Asian oral and visual traditions. | Photo by Matthew D Meier via Speed Art Museum
    Tomorrow, Feb. 16, the Speed Art Museum will open its newest exhibit — “India: South Asian Paintings from the San Diego Museum of Art.” The exhibit will mark the Speed Museum’s first time hosting an exhibition of South Asian art.

    What to expect

    • The exhibition features 1,400+ pieces from four different centuries.
    • It is one of the most comprehensive collections of South Asian paintings outside of modern-day Pakistan and India.
    • Various artistic traditions, ranging from Hindu and Persianate to Islamic, are represented in the works.
    • Before heading to Louisville, the exhibition was shown at CentroCentro de Cibeles, a venue in Madrid, Spain.

    The sections

    The exhibition is divided into two themed sections: “The Throne, The Chase, and The Heart” + “Elephant in the Room.”

    “The Throne, The Chase, and The Heart” features 46 portraits and paintings of “courtly pastimes” depicting Indian rulers and the elite, while “Elephant in the Room” explores the often revered role of the elephant in South Asian oral and visual traditions.
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