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Young creatives come together to sell art, jewelry and baked goods at Lit & Local

by Molly Adams
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Teenage vendors sold art, jewelry, and baked goods during the Lit & Local Youth Makers festival, Nov. 5, 2023 at Cider Gallery.
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Young local artists, performers and entrepreneurs showcased their talents and creativity during a vending event and open mic for youth ages 12 to 18 Sunday afternoon.

Lit & Local, hosted by the Sunrise Project, serves as a way to uplift Lawrence and Douglas County young people and celebrate their creativity. The event originated in 2018 with the help of local R&B artist, Shah.

9 Mile Mercantile had baked goods and art available for purchase during the Lit & Local Youth Makers festival Sunday at Cider Gallery.
Several teens worked on beading and crocheting between customers.
Teenage musicians participated in the open mic opportunity during Lit & Local.
Cayg, Crest and Alex, all 16, had paintings, jewelry and crocheted items for sale.
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Molly Adams (she/her), photojournalist emerita, worked with The Lawrence Times from May 2022 through April 2026. Check out more of her work for the Times here.

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