t's the end of the week and time to make a change! Join us for a 2-hour evening cruise on the charming Spirit of Jefferson, a diesel-powered riverboat that reminds us of the time when steamboats traveled every navigable river in the country.

It's the end of the week and time to make a change. Join us for a 2-hour dinner dance cruise on the historic steamboat Belle of Louisville, with one of the largest dance floors in the Louisville area. A live band will be on board for listening and dancing. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner (advance reservations are required) or come on board for sightseeing only - either way is a fun ending to a hectic day. Call 502-574-2992 or toll-free 866-832-0011 for information, to make a reservation, or to check the status of the cruise.

You are invited to attend a Consortium of Business, Contractors, Government and Apprenticeship Programs. Topics to be covered include an overview of the current workforce in the construction trades, updates on construction projects in the Greater Louisville Area, Minority and Female Contractors & Workforces in the Construction Industry, information about apprenticeship programs, and the UPS Worldport Expansion Team & Greater Louisville Building & Construction Trades Council award-winning collaboration.

Learn about Indiana painter Sid Crosier (1858-1930), who came to realize that decisions of the spirit are more important than opportunity. Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5:30 pm.

This exhibit will feature work by Kerry Lawrence. Lawrence specializes in timepieces, stand alone and wall clocks and hand built furniture.

Are you ready for an afternoon cruise on the Ohio River? Do you want to take a ride on the historic steamer Belle of Louisville? Then join us while we celebrate her remarkable 93rd summer season! Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch (advance reservations are required) or sightseeing only, and take a leisurely 2-hour cruise on the Ohio River. It's steamboating at its best! Call 502-574-2992 or (toll-free) 866-832-0011 for information, to make a reservation, or to confirm the status of the cruise. Our cruises make a great venue for group get togethers and celebrations. Call for information.

Learn the story of Indiana painter Sid Crosier (1858-1930), and enjoy refreshments and live music by the Dick Sisto Trio at the opening reception.

Welcome back the crew from the Power Cruise. With a live DJ, food and drink this party should be a blast.

Countdowns Rock n Roll Show, 2 hour performance of songs from the 50s, 60s, 70s. Put on your Bobbie Sox girls....dancing is encouraged!

Homearama 2008 will end July 27 – Only 4 days left There are 6 days left to visit Homearama 2008 and you won't want to miss the chance to see the 11 fully furnished and exquisitely decorated homes on this year’s tour! Sponsored by LG&E and Insight, the 41st Homearama will run through July 27 in beautiful Locust Creek off US 60 4 ½ miles east of the Snyder Freeway.

In the madcap comedy tradition of Lend me a Tenor, the hilarious Moon Over Buffalo centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950's. At the moment, they’re playing Private Lives and Cyrano De Bergerac in rep in Buffalo, New York with 5 actors. On the brink of a disastrous split-up caused by George’s dalliance with a young ingénue, they receive word that they might just have one last shot at stardom: Frank Capra is coming to town to see their matinee, and if likes what he sees, he might cast them in his movie remake of The Scarlet Pimpernel.

Career Discovery Camp is designed for young people interested in pursuing animal related careers. Participants learn about a number of animal occupations from the professionals themselves. Offered in two weeklong sessions.

This exhibition is a competition for Kentucky artists. The show includes over 30 artists and many different mediums; most works are for sale. The grand prize is $500 and a solo exhibit.

Deadline for entries for Body and Soul is Monday, June 30 at 7:30pm. All necessary forms and information are available on the website - www.gallery104.org.

Learn how to interpret and understand your dreams to create the life you deserve. This class will meet for 4 Wed. evenings from 7-9 P.M.

Learn to withdraw your attention from distractions. Find your keys, remember names, stay focused and understand how to tap into your great potential as a thinker. Four Wednesday nights in July starting July 9th. 7-9 P.M.

National Amusements is excited to kick off another year of the “Attack of the B Movies Program,” featuring weekly double features of the best “B” movies from the 50's and 60’s. Visit Stonybrook: Cinema de Lux for a $5.00 double feature every Thursday night at 7:00 PM. Running for thirteen weeks; from August 7 to October 31, the program will end on Halloween night with the Quadruple By-Pass movie marathon. For more information please contact Julie Giguere at 781-461-1600 x369 or visit nationalamusements.com Participating Locations in the Louisville Area:

CHRISTMAS IN JULY!

Signs of Life by Charles Silver features photos from New Orleans 2008. Gallery hours are Wed-Fri 11-6 and Sat 11-3. This exhibit will run through August 9th.

The fifth installment of the Kentucky Muesum of Art and Craft's Kentucky artist series and is sponsored by Anthem Health. The Lasters are full-time artists from Western Kentucky. Museum Hours: M-F 10am-5pm Sat. 11am-5pm $5 general admission.

This exhibit will feature works by members of the Kentucky Watercolor Society and will be on display in the Pigment Gallery.

The River City Fiber Artists use traditional methods with contemporary ideas incorporating a variety of techniques. The show will run through August 9.

Will You Survive? This Summer Find Out!!

he Beechmont Open Air Market will open on Saturday June 14th. This market will be held each Saturday from 8-12 noon at the Market at Southern Parkway and Wellington. This is the parking lot of the Beechmont Baptist Church.

This exhibit will include selections from the EGA's permanent collection.

Sculpture show and sale with 40 outstanding garden sculputes and art by local artists. Al Nelson's stone carving demonstration for children will be at 11am on June 7.

LaGrange Farmers' Market / Saturdays / June - October

Tradition and Innovation: American Masterpieces of Southern Craft and Traditional art is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts. This exhibit will feature works by 60 artists and craftspeople from throughout the Southern Arts Federation's nine partner states.

At Animal Adventure Camp, children have fun while expanding their animal care knowledge through hands-on activities with dogs and cats. Offered in weeklong and one-day sessions.

This exhibit will feature works by members of the Kentucky Watercolor Society.

Howard Schatz Redux features the stunningly beautiful color images of ballerinas, models, and acrobats from Cirque du Soleil, all photographed underwater. This exhibit will include those works that were not showcased in the Paul Paletti "H20" exhibition.

Dinosaurs Alive combines stunningly realistic and scientifically accurate computer generated imagery with intriguing documentary footage, dramatic new scenes of real fossils and current dinosaur hunting expeditions.

Assume the role of a dinosaur from the Cretaceous period and explore ways that dinosaurs may have related to one another and their environment.

Twist and Shout is an exhibit of glass art inspired by the Beatles. The show includes work by John Miller of Champaign, Ill as well as Louisville artists Eoin Breadon, Matt Randy, Casey McMains, and Flame Run co-owner Susie Slabaugh White.

May 17 through August 31 with a reception for the artists on May 17 from 5-7 PM. Jen Pellerin and Samantha Griffith of Louisville are among the 10 sculptors presented. Admission is free.

The Frazier International History Museum invites you on a righteous trip back to the days of the cultural and political awakening that was the 1960s. This temporary exhibition displays an inspirational collection of 150 photographs from the archives of Look Magazine photographer Stanley Tretick.

Explore the shadow-filled streets of Louisville during this 90 minute tour. Your lantern bearing guide will lead you through the dark mysteries of Louisville's landmarks.

This exhibit features over 100 portraits and sketches by Bill Fischer.

Go back to prom one more time! January 30, 2009 Eight to Midnight Masterson's Free Hors D'oeuvres DJ On site photographer Silent auction to benefit Shawn Bowen, a 5 year old from southern Indiana with leukemia. Cash bar Tickets make a great christmas, birthday or early valentine's day gift!!! Purchase tickets online at www.myalloutsports.com/LouisvilleProm09 or call 812-276-7504. You can also mail checks to: All Out Sports PO Box 70253 Louisville, Ky 40270