Cars were nearly lined up to the Shippingport bridge from Portland’s skatepark Sprak for the opening of “Raving Lunatics: An Art Show & Skate Jam.”
Category: Local Events
Have a Free Wedding Day in Portland!
The Portland Church is hosting a free wedding day! There is availability for three weddings on Saturday June 7, at the Lytle Street Chapel. The space, minister, seating for 60, and limited decorations will be provided free for your wedding! It is a dream come true to be able to host weddings at the Lytle Street Chapel and we are honored to extend the invitation to anyone in Portland who wants to get married.
Portland Museum Hosts Café LOUIE Community Discussion, Featuring Elected Officials
“Louisvillians: Organized, United, Informed & Engaged (LOUIE)… is designed to facilitate communication and interaction between elected officials—both state and local, and constituents through a series of informal meetings at Louisville Free Public Library locations,” according to its website. The Portland Museum was the local substitute of the Portland Library, which is under construction.
February Events and Holiday Recap with Neighborhood House
Neighbor Nite is officially back for 2025! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to Neighborhood House on the third Thursday of every month for an evening of fun and community. Neighbor Nite is a free event for families and community members to come and spend time with one another while learning about community resources and upcoming opportunities.
LVA To Dedicate SPARK Light Sculpture
Join Louisville Visual Art on February 13th at 6:30 PM for a brilliant celebration, dedicating the stunning SPARK light sculpture at 1538 W. Lytle Street. Witness art illuminating the Portland Neighborhood like never before, as the city’s newest landmark comes to life.
The American Legion Shawnee Post 193 Annual Awards Program
Donna Purvis, 5th District Metro Council presented Shawnee Post 193 with Proclamation about their long and continued service in the Portland Community and surrounding areas.
WELCOME TO WILD BISON BOULEVARD: Walk the Paths of Kentucky History with Us
Wild Bison Boulevard is a one-man art exhibition on October 6th, 2024 celebrating the crossing of America’s ancient herds of migratory bison from Indiana into Louisville, Kentucky at the base of the Great Falls of the Ohio River. The exhibition consists of an educational story trail stretching along the main walkway of the 56-acre Portland Wharf Park with 20 exhibits accompanied by narrative set of 120 walkway guideposts.