2nd Annual Jefferson County Open House

Saturday greeted us Louisvillians with ominous gray skies looming with the threat of some very NEEDED hard rain. However, Jefferson County KFTC members were not discouraged and from 2 pm to 5 pm members worked tirelessly to prepare for our big event.  By 5 pm the block looked lovely, despite the continuous gloomy weather. The Mountain Top Removal Banner project wrapped around the whole perimeter of the block party, Christmas lights twinkled around the stage area, and delicious looking food was being brought out by member Retha Justice. The street block barely accommodate the variety of organizations recruited to table by members Peggy Kidwell and Becki Winchel. Members Retha Justice and Mary Love gave compelling testimonials and electoral organizer Amar Shah and member Margaret Stewart shared some poetry and played a CD of two of her poems that were converted to music. The evening closed music from member Carol Kraemer who was surrounded by a group of fans, singing and clapping along.  

Despite MANY competing events, approximately 60 people showed up for the event.  Many who showed up stayed for quite some time, eating, making connections and enjoying company.  Food  and drink was prepared and donated by Salvation Army, Rainbow Blossom, Retha Justice, Miss C's Kitchen, and Jackson's Organic Coffee. Many people from the neighborhood stopped by and took membership envelopes with them. One neighbor was from Eastern Kentucky and very interested in putting an end to MTR. Another woman said she lived across the street and definitely plans to be at our Chapter Meeting. Three copies of the charming MTR print used for the event invitation were sold. The print was created by member Julie Yoder.