Maryhurst is looking for foster parents now. They offer free training/certification and compensation. For KY residents only. Serving boys and girls ages birth to 21. Contact Maryhurst for more information: 502-499-1570 www.maryhurst.org

Please donate the gift of life. Call to make an appointment: 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org

There’s more than one place to look for help if you or someone you know is depressed or contemplating suicide. Don’t be afraid to get help.

Become a Community Partners for Learning tutor in Bullitt County Public Schools. Just 30 minutes of your time each week during the school year can make an important difference in the life and future of a Bullitt County student. They provides tutors for grades K-12 in in basic subjects. For more information call (502) 869-6805.

DonorsResource.org is a nonprofit organization that helps connect people with items to donate, to local nonprofits needing those donations to fulfill their mission. Have something to give? Go to DonorsResource.org to search for an organization or post items.

The Legal Aid Society has launched an online, interactive tool designed for low-income veterans as they apply for VA benefits. Veterans living in Kentucky can find state-specific resources at kyjustice.org 

The Annual Patriot Car & Bike Show is at the AMVETS Post 61, 9405 Smyrna Pkwy Louisville, Saturday, August 10, from 1pm-4pm. Lots of cars, prizes, food and family fun!  Get information about registration at: www.amvets61.com 

Friday night is fish fry time at the Eagles Club, 201 Outer Loop starting April 13^th. Eat from 6—8:30 p.m., then its bike night...come show off yours from 7—11 p.m. Open to the public. Details at 502-599-2511.

The American Legion Highland Post is having BINGO night Tuesdays and Thursdays starting April 3rd and 5th. 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is welcome. 2919 Bardstown Rd (the log cabin). Fish Fry Fridays from 5 – 7 p.m.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Reunion Concert at the Louisville Zoo, Saturday, June 22nd starting at 1 p.m. in the Oasis Field.

*Buy 1 Ticket for the Rock & Roll Reunion...Get 1 Free! Saturday, 

The WAKY Rock ‘N’  Roll Reunion brings together:The Epics, Wulfe Brothers, Doo Wop All Stars, Sherri Edwards, Crushed Velvet, Caribou, Wayne Young & The New Legends and  Elvis Impersonator Don Goodfleisch plus the WAKY DJ’s!

Guest may bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating.  No tents or canopies allowed. No alcoholic beverages or glass bottles permitted, but concessions will be available. The concert is FREE with your Zoo admission or Louisville Zoo membership. Click here to purchase online.

Join the Okolona Street rods at Mike Linnings restaurant for Hot Rod Cruise Night to benefit the Crusade for Children, Thursdays, May 9^th  through June 13^th with WAKY’s Mike Cummins. Live music and cool cars! Detail at www.mikelinningsrestaurant.com                   

The Falls City Corvette Club is “Cruisin’ the Depot” on the second Saturday of every month through September, from 6-10 p.m. at the home Depot on Hurstborne Lane. This cruise is open to all makes and models. Details at: fallscitycorvetteclub.com.

Young Explorer Day Camps for grades 4-6 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. June 3-7, fee $125June 24-28, July 23-26, June 17-21, July 1-5.  Various fees.                

Teen Archaeologist Day Camp –for children ages 11-15                                                                                                       July 11-13, Thursday and Friday, 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. and Saturday 9:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. Various fees.

Young Paleontologist Camp –1) Children are between 12 - 16 years old as of July 1. 

The child/adult’s registration form must include a hand-written paragraph explaining why the child wants to attend. Fee: $150 -- July 16-18, Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  Day camps are sponsored by The Falls of the Ohio Foundation and State Park Interpretive Center.  To register for one of the day camps, email dani@fallsoftheohio.org or call (812) 283-4999. 

Kentucky State Parks will take part in National Trails Day on June 1 with events across the state to recognize the excellent hiking opportunities at state parks. Kentucky's State Parks have more than 250 miles of hiking trails. For more information, visit www.parks.ky.gov for a listing of events.

A new phone scam is spreading across the bluegrass. Residents are receiving an automated phone call stating their bank card has been closed. They are asked to provide debit card and PIN numbers. Professionals at the Cecilian bank and other banking centers have received numerous complaints about these type of calls. It is bank fraud. Never give your social security or bank numbers out over the phone. If you suspect fraud, hang up and call your bank.

The Derby City Mustang Club is ready to cruise! Open car cruises' begin Saturday, May 28th, 6-10 P.M. in the Rally's Hamburger parking lot on Breckenridge Ln. & Taylorsville Rd. in Louisville. For Information: contact Larry Rixman (502)777-1533 or John Herndon (502)291-2585 (www.derbycitymustangclub.com).  

This Memorial Day marks two events at the Civil War Union Fort Duffield in West Point, Kentucky...A Memorial Day Service at 10 AM, in the Fort Duffield Memorial Cemetery to honor the 61 soldiers who died in service at West Point, as well all Americans who’ve died in service to our country. Starting at noon, there will be a Living History program at the fort featuring infantry and artillery reenactors.For the day’s schedule, go to: www.fortduffield.com/‎

Bring your family and pets (on a leash) for a fun filled day as the Shelby County Animal Shelter, in conjunction with Shelby County No Kill Mission, celebrates five years on Saturday, may 25 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at the Shelby county fair grounds, 1513 midland trail. There will be food, vendors, micro chipping, kid’s activities, raffles, adoptable pets, pet parade, and a blessing of the animals. Admission is a donation of a wish item such as paper towels, bleach, trash bags, dog/cat food, dog/cat treats, litter, cages, carriers for transport, blankets, towels...details on facebook.

Blood donations often decline during the summer; the Red Cross encourages donors to make an appointment to give now to help ensure a stable supply in the weeks and months ahead. Donors who present to give blood between May 23 and 31 in honor of Memorial Day could win one of five $1,000 American Express gift cards. Learn more and make an appointment to donate blood by visiting redcrossblood.org or call:1-800-RED CROSS.

Donate to the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund by sending a text message. Text the word REDCROSS to 90999. As in the case with other donations via mobile phone, the donation will show up on your wireless bill. The Red Cross also suggests giving blood at a local hospital or the community blood bank. To donate online go to American Red Cross.

The Salvation Army is organizing disaster response units to serve hard-hit areas in central Oklahoma. You can donate online at: SalvationArmyUSA.org. You can also text the word STORM to 80888 to make a $10 donation via cellphone. If you want to send a check, the Salvation Army asks that you put the words "Oklahoma Tornado Relief" on the check, and mail it to: The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 12600, Oklahoma City, OK., 73157. Phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY.