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More holiday fun in Lawrence: Traditions, trivia, treats and more
Lawrence has no shortage of holiday events and traditions, ranging from old-fashioned to, um, very Lawrence. Here are a bunch of upcoming opportunities for festive fun.
Holiday music in Lawrence: Where to hear the sounds of the season
The KU School of Music’s Vespers concert is celebrating a huge milestone: It’s turning 100 this year. That will be one of many opportunities coming up to hear the sounds of the holiday season in Lawrence.
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Community can visit local farms during annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour
The 20th annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour this weekend will welcome the public to explore a variety of local farms and learn how they operate.
KU curators, museum staff to make connections between Indigenous art collection, repatriation
KU curators and museum staff will open up a dialogue Thursday about where Indigenous art at the Spencer Museum of Art came from.
Community gathers at Haskell Welcome Back Powwow
Community members from Lawrence and beyond gathered Saturday for Haskell Indian Nations University’s annual Welcome Back Powwow.
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Lawrence electric vehicle showcase to feature latest EVs, e-bikes
The Lawrence Electric Vehicle Showcase on Oct. 6 will highlight the latest electric vehicles and e-bikes as well as their benefits to the environment.
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Watkins Museum exhibit, film screening and more will commemorate The Merc’s 50-year history
Lawrence’s community-owned cooperative grocery store, The Merc Co+op, is turning 50 and the public is invited to mark the milestone with a Watkins Museum exhibit and more.
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Haskell Welcome Back Powwow set for this weekend
Haskell Indian Nations University will host its fall 2024 Welcome Back Powwow on Saturday, and the community is welcome.
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Lawrence Fruit Tree Project invites the public to join its upcoming potluck and cider-pressing party
Since 2012, Lawrence Fruit Tree Project has been sharing the fruits of its labor — from pawpaws to persimmons — with the local community. As its late summer harvest comes to a close, the team is celebrating the season’s bounty with a Fall Party.
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Brothers, both KU students, debut fall fashion collection at Spencer Art Museum runway show
In a fashion show curated by a pair of brothers, both KU students, models sashayed down a runway Thursday while artwork adorned the walls around them.
Enrollment for Lawrence Youth Chamber Orchestra open to students in grades 6 through 9
Young strings players are encouraged to advance their skills alongside fellow musicians through a free Lawrence program.
Haskell, Southern Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes to host bison harvest, community cookout
Haskell Indian Nations University invites community members to learn about harvesting a bison before enjoying a meal together.
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Community invited to ECM’s annual International Day of Peace Gala
The Lawrence community is invited to the International Day of Peace celebration at Ecumenical Campus Ministries, where a local individual and an organization will be recognized for their contributions to promoting peace and justice.
Esteemed poet Ocean Vuong to speak at Liberty Hall in downtown Lawrence
Ocean Vuong, renowned poet and author, will share about his life experiences and creative works during a free event at Liberty Hall in downtown Lawrence.
Lawrence Art in the Park celebrating its 60th year (Sponsored post)
Art in the Park, which began as an event to showcase local artists, is now a two-day event with more than 125 artists from across the country, food trucks with both savory and sweet treats, and live music.
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Words Save Lives event brings community together in North Lawrence
Lawrence community members gathered for poetry, music, some laughs and a few tears at the 11th annual Words Save Lives event on Tuesday, which was World Suicide Prevention Day.
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