Jackie Joseph: Baking with Heart and Purpose 🍰

by Gioia Patton/Arts Insider When award-winning pastry chef Jackie Joseph participates in Blessings in a Back Pack’s 2025 Pack the Sack event this Saturday, it will not only mark the fourth year for the Eastern Kentucky native, but Joseph’s appearance will also mean something to her on a heartfelt personal level. “Blessings in a Backpack is a charity that's super close to my heart,”  began Joseph, who was interviewed by the Arts Insider. “I was actually a child that could have benefitted from this program, so to be able to be a part of a [...]

Puppy Kisses Await at the WOW Galentine’s Bash 2025!

Written by and sponsored by Amanda Dare at Woman-Owned Wallet Hey bestie, have you ever been kissed by a puppy? If not, you're in for a treat at the WOW Galentine's Bash 2025! This year, we're bringing you the fluffiest, most heart-melting attraction yet—the Puppy Kissing Booth, proudly sponsored by Fat Heads Rescue. Whether you're a lifelong dog lover or just looking for an excuse to snuggle an adorable pup, this booth is the perfect place to get your dose of tail wags and puppy love. Why You Need to Stop By Picture [...]

Arts Insider: BACH+ – The First Annual Epiphanytide Concert

by Gioia Patton/Arts Insider WHEN: Sunday, January 26, 2025 @ 3:00pm. WHERE: Second Presbyterian Church, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY **Admission is FREE thanks to generous donors to this Concert Series. A freewill offering will be collected to benefit their mission partner Bellewood and Brooklawn. A reception will follow. “The Concert Series at Second Presbyterian Church was begun many years ago as a way to reach the wider community of Louisville with music that both engages the mind and stirs the spirit,” explains Jim Rittenhouse, Director of Worship & Music Ministry at [...]

Is Compassion Declining in America? The Muhammad Ali Center’s Bold New Report Uncovers the Truth

The Muhammad Ali Center has released "The 2025 Compassion Report," a groundbreaking study examining the state of compassion in America. Launched to honor what would have been Muhammad Ali’s 83rd birthday, the report shines a spotlight on the cultural and behavioral factors shaping compassion today—from self-care to politics—and how they impact communities nationwide. Key findings reveal a troubling decline in compassion, with 61% of Americans reporting a decrease over the last four years and significant polarization affecting empathy levels. Despite these challenges, there’s a surge in public interest, with compassion-related online searches increasing [...]

Volunteers Form Human Assembly Line at Fourth Street Live! to Feed Over 1,000 Families

The spirit of the season was in full force Monday morning as over 100 volunteers gathered at Fourth Street Live! to make a difference for local families. In the 14th annual "Boxes of Love" event, organized by Metro United Way and supported by unions, community groups, elected officials, and local businesses, volunteers worked tirelessly to assemble and distribute holiday meals for 1,600 families across Louisville and southern Indiana. The event, which began at 6 a.m., has become a cornerstone of holiday giving in the community. Feeding Hearts and Homes Each box, carefully packed by volunteers [...]

St. Vincent de Paul Spreads Holiday Cheer with Annual Santa Shop

A Louisville Tradition Bringing Joy to Over 1,000 Children This Christmas The holiday season is a time of giving, and St. Vincent de Paul in Louisville embodies this spirit through its Annual Santa Shop—a cherished tradition that brings hope and happiness to families in need. On Saturday, Dec. 13, St. Vincent de Paul will welcome families to its Santa Shop, a magical space where parents and guardians can “shop” for Christmas gifts at no cost. The event provides an opportunity for families to choose presents for their children, ensuring there’s something special under the tree [...]

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