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March 3, 2013

Bone Marrow Transplant Intensive Care Unit

The Bone Marrow Transplant Intensive Care Unit at the University of Louisville Hospital is sponsoring:

Bone Marrow Drive

"March Marrow Madness"

Saturday, March 9

Highland Green Discovery Center

1401 Bardstown Road

10am - 6pm 

This drive will register people for the Bone Marrow Registry. Participants can expect to fill out a registration form and to have an oral swab obtained. The whole process will only take about 15 minutes and can make a huge difference in the life of someone awaiting a Bone Marrow Transplant. For more information visit BeTheMatch.org or call 1-800-MARROW-2.

The Lenny Lyles Sportsperson of the Year Award

The Lenny Lyles Sportsperson of the Year Award is named for Lenny Lyles who was a Louisville, KY native and star football player for U of L and the Baltimore Colts. Lyles never forgot where he came from and gave back to his community during his career and retirement. This annual award recognizes one male and female sportsperson who excelled in both sports and also gives back to the community. Individuals must be connected to sports in amateur or professional athletics in the Louisville Metro Area. Simply go to lennylylesaward.com to nominate someone for the award. The Deadline for nominations is Friday, March 15.

The Lenny Lyles Awards Banquet will be Thursday, June 6 at Papa John's Brown & Williamson Club.

Chef Maria's Greek Deli

Chef Maria's Greek Deli

102 Fairfax Avenue

(502) 895-7075

www.ChefMariasGreekDeli.com

Cooking classes

Wednesdays

4pm, $10

Kentucky Derby Festival

Jennifer Morgan, Merchandising Manager with the Kentucky Derby Festival discussed and showed all the merchandise available with this year's artwork.  All the merchandise can be purchased through the Kentucky Derby Festival web site at www.kdf.org.

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