What's news at the Mattingly Center

Here are some of the things that have been going on at the Mattingly Center, Inc.

Raque roasted

Outgoing Mattingly Center, Inc. Board of Directors President Jack Raque was roasted as his term in office came to an end. Raque (a.k.a. King Tutt) was given a plaque to commemorate his time in office.

Governor's Scholars visit the Mattingly Center

Some Governor's Scholars, staying at Bellarmine University, stopped by on a recent afternoon for a American Sign Language Class. Here are some of the pictures.

Mattingly Center ranked No. 3 by Business First

The Mattingly Center, Inc. has been ranked No. 3 among Adult Day Care Centers in the Louisville area by Business First magazine in its July 6 edition.

Tim throws out first pitch at Bats game

On June 27 Mattingly Center, Inc. participant Tim S. threw out the first pitch at a Louisville Bats baseball game at Louisville Slugger Field. A group of participants and staff attended the game that afternoon and watched as Tim lived out a dream and put his pitching skills on display.

Activities Fair

The Mattingly Center, Inc. recently held its annual Activities Fair. Here are some pictures from it.

Eagles soar

A volunteer from Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky, Inc. brought in some rescued eagles and hawks on a recent day to show off to the Mattingly Center, Inc. participants.

Magic show

Louisville magician Dale Weldon, of Magic Well Done, stopped by for a show on a recent morning.

Volunteer Appreciation Celebration

The Mattingly Center, Inc. honored its valuable volunteers at a reception on the morning of May 9.

Derby Party

On May 4, the day before the Kentucky Derby, the Mattingly Center held its annual Derby Party. Here are some pictures of the festivities, which included 10 races.

The Mellow Dears visit & perform

On a recent morning The Mellow Dears, a singing group from the Crescent Hill U.M.C., came to perform at the Mattingly Center. The Mellow Dears also includes a few members from the Mattingly Center. The finale of the show also marked the debut of the Mattingly Center Choir.

Yard Sale

For two Saturdays in April the Mattingly Center held an indoor yard sale. All proceeds went to benefit the Mattingly Center, Inc.

Melissa B. gives $500

Participant Melissa B. recently made her confirmation in the Catholic Church and as part of her service project she gave $500 she raised to the Mattingly Center, Inc. There was a reception for Melissa on a recent afternoon.

New patio area at the Mattingly Center

The back part of the Mattingly Center, Inc. is taking shape. First brush was cleared, then pavement was laid, now the outdoor picnic/patio area is coming together with the latest additions of the tables, chairs, umbrellas and flowers. Below are some before and after pictures of the area.

St. Patrick's Day at the Mattingly Center

Some special dancers visited and performed at the Mattingly Center, Inc. to help celebrate St. Patrick's Day in March.

Kelly K. honored for Crusade for Children work

Participant Kelly K. was recently honored for her work for the WHAS Crusade for Children. Below she and her father, George, show off her award.

2007 Dinner Theatre a great success!

The 2007 Dinner Theatre production of "Wheel of Fortune Meets Soul Train" was a huge hit this year at the Mattingly Center, Inc. It took place Feb. 23.