Seen one of these lately? See where the plows are with the Louisville Metro Snow Team map. | Photo via Mayor Craig Greenberg
Here we snow again. Louisville is no stranger to snow storms, but Winter Storm Blair is one for the books.
Here’s what to you need to know about snow days in Derby City, and the resources you need to survive them.
Staying warm
For those that need shelter during cold weather, Louisville has Operation White Flag. It goes into effect when the temperature dips below 35°. Operation White Flag opens shelters at two locations:
As part of Operation White Flag, TARC waives fares for those traveling to these shelters.
Operation White Flag also goes into effect on hot days, where the temperature exceeds 95°.
Neighborhood Places also offer a place to thaw out during normal business hours at eight locations around Derby City, while branches of the Louisville Free Public Library are also open during snow days.
Editor’s note: Some events may be canceled, changed, or postponed due to inclement weather.
Wednesday, Jan. 8
Author Visit: Susan Harris Howell | 2-3 p.m. | Saint Matthews Library | Free | The Kentucky author and psychologist will explain how meaningful coincidences can change our lives, plus discuss her debut novel “The Spirit of Vanderlaan.”
Thursday, Jan. 9
TALK’s AI Think | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | 9300 Shelbyville Rd. | $15 | Hear from a group of tech experts on the growing influence of AI, and bring your own questions to ask — or ask ChatGPT to write them for you.
Friday, Jan. 10
Jurassic Quest | Friday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Jan. 12 | Times vary | Kentucky Expo Center | $22+ | See dinosaurs come to life as giant-sized puppets, animatronics, and interactive exhibits.
Sunday, Jan. 12
Logan Street Chili Cook Off | 12-5 p.m. | Atrium Brewing | Cost of purchase | Sample chili by the bowlful to help determine which is best, or bring your own batch to compete.
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Join AmeriCorps in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King by volunteering this MLK Day. | Photos provided by AmeriCorps
Did you know? Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 20) is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer.
For 30 years, the MLK Day of Service has grown as more people embrace the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving the communities where we live, work, and play.
9. That’s the number of inches of snow that fell on Louisville just on Sunday, Jan. 5, making it the the third snowiest single-day in Louisville history. Add it to the Derby City snowfall annals.(WHAS11)
Travel
Ready for takeoff. Flights have resumed at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport following Blair’s arrival on Sunday. If you’re flying, be sure to check your flight’s status through Thursday — and our guide to SDF.
Sarap Filipno Eatery + Noche Mexican BBQ have moved out of The Village Market Food Hall in Paristown. Jeff’s Donuts, Bunz Burgers, Banditz Pizza, and the Village Market Bar will remain open. Village Market will announce what new restaurants will be joining soon.
Announced
Kentucky Kingdom has released new details about the rides in its $11 million expansion. The three new rides will be a train ride that chugs through the wilderness, a bird ride that swings through the air, and a squirrel ride that bounces around. Get a preview of what’s coming.
Arts
It’s curtain call for Lee Buckholz, the producing artistic director at Derby Dinner Playhouse, who is retiring after 35 years. Buckholz began as an actor in 1989 and became director in 2018. He’s been a part of 90+ productions at the Clarksville, IN playhouse. He will retire on March 1. (Broadway World)
History
You know what they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Consider yourself flattered, Belle of Louisville. In 1983, TARC launched a fleet of four downtown circulating buses, each branded as the “Little Belle” complete with images of the historic steamboat on the side.
Louisville men’s basketball’s 70-50 win at Virginia on Saturday was their first victory in Charlottesville since 1990. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Community
Psst… Join the Y with no join fee until Friday, Jan. 31. Your membership includes 1,000+ weekly fitness classes (think: yoga, spin, and body pump) designed for all fitness levels. Plus, enjoy year-round swimming, wellness centers, a kids’ club, and more. Start your wellness journey.*
Wellness
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Sledding in Cherokee Park is a time-honored Louisville tradition — these Louisvillians hit the slopes in 1926. | Image courtesy University of Louisville Archives and Special Collections
If you’re like us, Winter Storm Blair is sending you to the back of the attic or corner of the garage for your trusty sled — so you can hit the slopes.
Here’s what to know about sledding in Derby City:
Where to go
The Louisville Metro Government has designated five hills as safe sledding spots. These hills are to open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. when there’s at least two to three inches of snow on the ground.
Cherokee Park (Baringer Hill, intersection of Alexander Road and Scenic Loop)
Joe Creason Park (Trevilian Way, across from Louisville Zoo)
George Rogers Clark Park (1024 Thruston Ave., behind the playground near McKinley Avenue)
McNeely Lake Park (6900 Cooper Chapel Rd., near the Korean War Memorial)
Charlie Vettiner Park (5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Rd., near the Easum Road entrance)
A highly-rated hydroponic growing system, so you can still have fresh herbs and vegetables in winter. We like this self-misting version, which avoids root rot and helps plants grow quicker. Hello, fresh leafy greens, basil, and tomatoes.
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