Smoketown Community Land Trust

06/18/2026

What a day! Yesterday was an unforgettable day for Smoketown.

As our community gathered to unveil the honorary Fred T. Stoner Sr. street sign, we celebrated a man whose impact reached far beyond our neighborhood. Fred T. Stoner Sr. was a respected mentor, leader, and trainer who played a pivotal role in the early development of Louisville's own Muhammad Ali, helping shape one of the most influential athletes in history!

What made this moment even more special was seeing our Board President, Shavonda Stoner, standing proudly as both a community leader and the grand-daughter of Fred "Freddie" T. Stoner.

Yesterday was a beautiful reminder that legacy is not only what we leave behind—it's what we carry forward.

We are incredibly proud of Shavonda and grateful for her continued commitment to preserving Smoketown's history while helping build its future.

06/18/2026

The Racial Wealth Gap Simulation takes attendees on a historical journey to wealth building in America, pausing on 13 federal policies that most powerfully accelerated or impeded progress based on race.

The training, offered by the Office of Social Services and presented by Metro United Way, is 2-4 p.m., June 30, at the Housing Partnership, Inc., 1405 W. Broadway, 40203. Seating is limited.

Register to attend: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrvMp8EpXlFRq5CY8Q6T6uF_2aJAzbkLZxFMa5QvgB3jigcw/viewform

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

From art exhibits to concerts and a block party, here are nearly 20 ways to celebrate Juneteenth in the Louisville area this year. See link below ⬇️

📸 Sam Upshaw Jr./Courier Journal

06/18/2026

Join us for the 1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration, a day of Freedom, Culture & Community as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future. ✊🏾✨

📍 Valhalla Post Acute Center
On the Lawn in the Courtyard
300 Shelby Station Drive
Louisville, KY 40245

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 1 PM – 3 PM

🎤 Guest Speaker:
Lamont Collins of Roots 101 African American Museum

🎶 “Live” Entertainment by Bennie J. & Friends

🍔 Grilled food & beverages available
🪑 Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket

This event is FREE and open to the public!

For more information:
502-254-0009 or 502-272-0889

06/18/2026

Plan your Juneteenth celebration with this calendar of events in and around Louisville, put together by our friends at the Louisville Urban League, Inc. >> https://loom.ly/emR4N78

06/18/2026

What better way to celebrate Juneteenth than by honoring Louisville's own Charles Booker as Grand Marshal of the Juneteenth Unity Parade!

Join us THIS Friday, June 19 at 3:00 PM as we celebrate freedom, culture, and community. The parade begins at Chickasaw Park and travels along Southwestern Parkway to Broadway, followed by a community celebration at Shawnee Park.

Text KBF to (502)200-5930

06/18/2026

Change starts with young leaders.

The Roots of Change Youth Summit is a space for Louisville youth to come together, share ideas, build connections and gain tools to create positive impact in their schools, neighborhoods and communities.

Whether you're already involved or just looking for a place to start, this event is for you.

📅 June 20, 2026
📍 UofL College of Business
⏰ 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
👥 Ages 13–24
✅ Free to attend

Register today and help shape the future.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roots-of-change-youth-summit-growing-leaders-creating-change-tickets-1989055415291?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

Whether you’re looking for lunch, stocking up on fresh produce, or supporting local vendors, we’ve got you covered.

What you need to know:
- When: Thursdays, Rain or Shine (June – Sept.)
- Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Where: LOUMED Commons, 316 E. Chestnut St.

Bonus: We are tripling SNAP benefits on the first Market Day of each month!

Tag a coworker or a friend you want to grab lunch with this Thursday! 👇