Patch Performers Shine with Vault 1031!
“Let us entertain you!”
The chorus refrain from one of the final numbers of The Cabbage Patch’s Musical Theater Day Camp Talent Share brought cheers from the audience members, who were indeed entertained by performances in dance, stepping, song and more! This year, The Patch was proud to partner with Vault 1031, a local non-profit that is revitalizing the South Broadway, Limerick and Old Louisville neighborhoods by supporting artistic expression.
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Young Chefs Meet Top Chef
“What is in this butter?!” a girl asked Chef Edward Lee during Young Chef Day Camp, eliciting laughs from fellow campers. It was the question they had all wanted to ask; they had never tasted anything like it. Chef Lee, who was hosting the group for a gourmet meal at his renowned restaurant 610 Magnolia, took the opportunity to teach the children about sorghum, a lesser-known crop than sugarcane that lends sweetness to dishes. He explained how sorghum is grown, harvested and processed, and finally how it got into the butter that the children were enjoying so much.
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Announcing the new Kim Hazelwood Glass Library and Myra Lee Book Nook!
One of the most inspiring success stories to come out of The Cabbage Patch is that of the late Kim Glass, who was the first Cabbage Patch College Scholar and, later, a Patch Board member. Thanks to her hard work and the opportunities afforded to her because of her active participation in our programs, Kim became an architect and was a driving force behind The Patch’s facility expansion which was completed in 2009. In honor of Kim’s inspirational legacy at The Patch and her daughter Myra Lee’s love of reading, her friends at Virginia Chance School had a vision for the perfect tribute. This vision has become reality in the newly dedicated Kim Hazelwood Glass Library and Myra Lee Book Nook.
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Instructor Brings her Creative Journey to The Patch!
At the Cabbage Patch, we have a team of specialized staff members, and it is their enthusiasm and expertise that make our programs truly unique. Because our teachers are committed to their personal exploration and success, they are wonderful role models for children who want to expand their horizons. Recently, our Recreation and Youth Development Specialist Elizabeth, who designs and runs art programs and camps at The Patch, journeyed to Japan and spent two weeks learning to make different kinds of threads from silk cocoons.
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A Taste of New Orleans at The Patch!
Beads, King Cake and red beans and rice can only mean one thing…it’s Mardi Gras at The Patch!
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Phenomenal Women
When is the last time you put a mirror to your face and reminded yourself that you are phenomenal? The strongest confidence comes from within, and you can set a wonderful example for young people in your life by embracing your unique gifts.
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A Cup of Fun and a Dash of Learning-The Recipe for Discovery!
For children who are growing up in an urban environment, the natural world is an intriguing place. Discoveries like earth sciences, nature-based fitness challenges and outdoor exploration offer inspiration that could lead to lifelong passions. We help the members of The Cabbage Patch nurture their sense of adventure with a variety of nature-based programs.
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New Year, New Improvements!
The New Year is a wonderful time for growth and improvement! Thanks to Ronald McDonald House Charities and other building fund donors like Hilliard Lyons, two of The Cabbage Patch spaces have been transformed for 2015.
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Winter Art Inspires!
The cold winter landscape may be bleak in December, but in the Polly Williams Art Center at The Cabbage Patch, color blooms all year long! On Dec. 16, the Patch’s young artists showed their most recent work at the Winter Art Show, which included several pieces from the recent exhibition at Local Speed.
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The First in His Family to Earn a College Degree!
“Living in an environment where violence was prevalent and education was ignored, I knew I had to do something different if I wanted to become someone different. With the support and encouragement of The Patch I can finally say I’m on the road to becoming someone different.” – Rico Johnson
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