Do you know this dog??

This young male has been wandering the streets of the Butchertown neighborhood in Louisville for several weeks... He was taken to Metro Animal Services on December 29 and will be held for 5 days. Hopefully, Metro Animal Services will consider him adoptable at the end of that time - it is unlikely anyone will claim him... He appears to be young - maybe a year. medium size, friendly and very sweet. possibly a border collie mix.
this is a kill shelter - please call Metro Animal Services in Louisville 502-363-6609 if interested in adopting.
thank-you.
Robin Russo

Happy New Year!!!

Once again another year has flown by. As we say goodbye to 2008, and welcome in 2009 the Butchertown Neighborhood Association wishes everyone a Happy New Year. This year will undoubtedly go into the record books as one of our nation's most trying. From the economic turmoil and collapse of our financial systems, to our historic elections- 2008 was a year of uncertainty in which we clung to hope and wished for better times.

Tomorrow we turn a new leaf, and with that comes new aspirations and expectations. We hope all of you will continue to put forth the effort it takes to grow and tighten our community. Many of you have dedicated countless hours for the sake of Butchertown, and we are grateful for your service. We are looking forward to hosting new community based events, and can't wait to see you all there!

Happy New Year Butchertown, and may 2009 be a peaceful, healthy, and refreshing year!

Concrete Jungle

Please take a look at the wonderful illustrations put together by Brandon over at Brokensidewalk.com.

If you are not up to speed on the latest news with 86-64, then this is a must. The state has just released their study on it with blaring inaccuracies. Please contact your council-person, mayor, and other elected officials to let them know how bad of an idea the expansion of Spaghetti Junction is, as well as not building the East End Bridge first!!

This is the real deal folks. The picture above is Butchertown!! ouch.

Butchertown Standup!

Bejeezus Holiday Party at The Green Building
Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 7pm

Looking for a few last minute gifts for the season? Do you love supporting local artists and the like? You're in luck!

This Friday night, Bejeezus is throwing a Holiday Party at The Green Building. Local artwork and gifts from community businesses will be available, as well as spirits & live music.. . All of which are good for your soul!

For those that aren't familiar, Bejeezus is a magazine that is pleased to call Butchertown home. For a brief history, and for up-to-date news, take a moment to check their website. ..

See you there.

Olde Tyme Christmas Celebration

Over the weekend friends and families gathered for the annual Old Tyme Christmas Celebration on Frankfort Avenue. Area property owner Emily Boone, residents Natasha Maze, Leah Deines and Leah McKinley were on hand to take part in the festivities. Emily and Leah McKinley were caught on film by the Courier-Journal discussing their favorite dog costumes. Kristina Iler and her dog, Kobe, took first place in the Best Dressed catagory, while Natasha won the coveted hundred dollar savings bond that was donated on behalf of First Capitol Bank of Kentucky. Great hat Emily!!

One Last Reminder!!!

Just a Reminder tonight is the Annual Meeting!!!! See below for Details!!

Businesses of Butchertown

Are you a small, or large, business owner in Butchertown? Let us know what your service, products, or store is all about! Send a brief description, history, bios, photos, or links and tell us why you choose Butchertown to be the home of your business and we would be more than happy to get your info out to the masses. ( All entries may be sent to butchertown@gmail.com )

Hope to see you all at the Annual Meeting tomorrow!! (see below for details)

8664

As requested, here is some follow up on community terror, Spaghetti Junction. Looks like there is a meeting coming up on December 10th and, of course we encourage all of our community members to attend. Here are the details:

2nd Annual 8664 Forum
Join us for this FREE event:

8664 Forum
Muhammad Ali Center, 144 North 6th Street
Wednesday, December 10th, 2008
5:30 Reception
6 - 8 pm Presentation and Q&A

Featured speakers include:

Cary Moon, Director
People's Waterfront Coalition
Seattle, Washington John Norquist, President
CNU.org
Former Mayor of Milwaukee, WI
Please RSVP TODAY!

If you click here you can see more 8664 updates, sign up for a mailing list and RSVP your attendance to the meeting.

Talk it Out on December 3rd