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Work Late Wednesdays
Various Locations
February 27
F.A.T Friday Gallery Hop
Frankfort Avenue
February 29
First Friday Gallery Hop
Downtown
March 7
Business After Hours
Garden Court at the Louisville
Seminary
Wednesday, March 12
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What's Happening
AVP Crocs Tour Returns to Louisville
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 The announcement was made on Tuesday, February 26, that the AVP Crocs Tour Louisville Open will return to Waterfront Park over Memorial Day weekend, May 23-26. The tour will showcase the best professional beach volleyball athletes, many who will likely compete in the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics. The AVP returned to Louisville last year for the first time since 1999 and was greeted with such high levels of enthusiasm by the entire community. This level of excitement prompted the event planners to choose Louisville again this year adding that the Louisville stop has the potential to become one of the Tour's flagship events. Pictured is Metro Mayor Jerry Abramson who spoke at the announcement.
Convention Development
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Louisville welcomes the Pumper and Cleaner Environmental Expo International to the Kentucky Exposition Center, February 27 – March 1. This trade show is the world’s biggest annual gathering for environmental service professionals. The attendees represent septic system contractors, drain and sewer cleaning and repair contractors, portable restroom operators, industrial maintenance and cleaning contractors and municipal water and sewer system maintenance managers. Over 14,000 attendees, from all 50 states, Canada and 51 foreign countries are expected to attend. The four-day expo will generate $8.7 million to the local economy. The show was first held in 1980 in Nashville, Tenn. and has been held there for its 27 year history. Louisville will host this year and in 2009, and will be considered for 2010 – 2014 if the show proves to be successful this year.
Tourism Development
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 On Friday, February 22, the Petal High School Choir from Petal, Miss., gave the guests at Derby Dinner Playhouse a little taste of the songs they would sing at a competition the next day in Indianapolis. Pictured here is Bekki Jo Schneider thanking the group for their performance. The choir performed in the VIP Lobby of Derby Dinner Playhouse prior to a performance of “Don't Hug Me.”
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February 25-26, Dineene Bradley, Kate Amara and Nicole Twigg will attend the Kentucky Tourism Industry's Legislative Meeting hosted by the Kentucky Tourism Council (KTC) at Buffalo Trace Distillery. The two-day event includes educational seminars, a general membership meeting of KTC and invited guest speakers including Governor Steve Beshear, Marcheta Sparrow, Commerce Cabinet Secretary and new Kentucky Tourism Department Staff.
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February 28, the Tourism Development Department will host the Attractions Network meeting at 3 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Hurstbourne. All partners are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP to Barbara at bhewitt@gotolouisville.com.
Bureau Services
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The next class for the Louisville Hospitality Ambassador LHA Designation is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Locust Grove on Blankenbaker Lane. Cost of the program for a member company is $79 per participant and $129 for a non-member company. Space is limited, so register online at www.hospitalitylouisville.com. You may also contact Sherri Brindle at sbrindle@gotolouisville.com or (502) 379-6109.
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Do you love Louisville? Then the Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau is looking for you. We are looking for men and women of all ages to donate a few hours of their week as a convention greeter. It's a great way to make new friends while promoting the city that you love. If you would like more information or to sign up for a training session please call Sherri Brindle at (502) 379-6109 or e-mail at sbrindle@gotolouisville.com. You can also check us out on the web at www.louisvillevolunteer.com.
Partner Development
New Partners:
Entertainment:
Kaviar Forge & Gallery
Craig Kaviar
(502) 561-0377
Shopping:
Personal Image
T.A. Spalding
(502) 589-7226
LCVB Business After Hours
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On Wednesday, March 12, the Bureau invites you to Business After Hours at Gardencourt at the Louisville Seminary, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This popular trade show and networking event is held twice a year and gives partners the chance to exhibit and network with more than 350 business professionals and local meeting planners. It is free to attend and is open to the public. No RSVP needed. For more information, please call Michelle Penn at (502) 560-0020 or e-mail her at mpenn@gotolouisville.com. Click here to register as an exhibitor. Exhibitor space is going fast so don’t delay. Register NOW!
Open House - SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport
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You are invited to an Open House at SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport. Note date change: Event will be on Tuesday, March 18 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch will be catered by Upper Crust. Door Prizes will be given away and include dinner gift certificates, gift certificates to attractions from around the city, as well as free nights at the hotel. RSVP to Sarah Harris at (502) 361-9009 or sarah.harris@marriott.com.
LCVB New Partner/Partner Refresher Orientation
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All partners are invited to participate in orientation sessions held every other month. If you are a new partner, or would like a refresher course in maximizing your partner benefits, please attend our Partner Orientation meeting at the Bureau on Wednesday, April 9, from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Please contact Michelle Penn at mpenn@gotolouisville.com to RSVP.
Bureau Brief Editor: Susan Dallas
Bureau Brief Layout: Angela Weisser & Mark Perry
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