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The pups are alright: Community helps Lawrence Humane Society animals stay calm through fireworks show
This past week, people all over town have reached out to the Lawrence Humane Society to help mitigate the animals’ stress from being in such close proximity to last night’s fireworks.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for July 4, 2023 (Sponsored post)
”To nobody’s surprise (at least nobody who’s worked at the Raven the past few weeks), this week’s No. 1 book by a landslide is ‘Embattled Lawrence 2,’ the second volume in the monumental local history series,” the Raven Book Store writes.
Lawrence film company wins national advertising award for spot featuring Stan Herd’s earthwork art
A Lawrence film company has earned national recognition as part of an esteemed advertising competition, and the award-winning spot features earthwork by local artist Stan Herd.
Clinton Lake Marina brings live music, local breweries and food trucks for Float Local Friday parties
Clinton Lake Marina is inviting the public to get out on the water in a new way. On the first Fridays of June, July, August and September, the marina hosts a Float Local Friday party.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Photos: Pride Never Ends in Lawrence
Lawrence community members and representatives from organizations gathered Saturday morning at South Park for a rally with a strong message: Pride never ends.
Robert Hicks/Contributed Photo
Cosmos Indian Store & Cafe to celebrate new sculpture
A ribbon-cutting will be held Friday to celebrate a new sculpture at Cosmos Indian Store & Cafe, with free henna art offered to community members who attend.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Community members concerned about fireworks show planned near Lawrence Humane Society
Some local pet lovers are concerned that the city’s upcoming fireworks display will be popping, fizzing and ka-booming too close to the Lawrence Humane Society.
Jason Keezer / Contributed Photo
City of Lawrence fireworks show set for Monday at Douglas County Fairgrounds
With food trucks, live music and a fireworks display, the city’s first annual Summerfest is coming in with a bang.
Lawrence’s annual Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition back in full swing for its 34th year
The Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition is back in full force — and with a full exhibition for the first time since 2019, according to an announcement from the City of Lawrence.
KU theatre and film graduate earns award from department, plans to continue career in Chicago
Diego Rivera-Rodriguez thinks back to 2019 when he first witnessed the KU theatre and dance department’s iconic season opener tradition. He had no idea that he would graduate four years later as the recipient of the award tied to that 65-year tradition, he said.
Fiesta Cancún in downtown Lawrence wants to make diners feel like family
Carlos Mendez, who owns Fiesta Cancún with his family, said he wanted the new restaurant on Mass Street to reflect his family’s “cultural duality,” highlighting their Mexican heritage and American influence.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Photos: Downtown Lawrence holds first Mid Summer Night on Mass
Lawrence community members — and many of their four-legged friends — headed downtown Friday for the first annual Mid Summer Night on Mass.
Free State Festival to bring comedy, activists and much more to Lawrence
The Free State Festival returns to Lawrence starting Monday, and the event lineup features a wide variety of film screenings, cultures and musical performances.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Liberty Hall Video to close, shift rentals to new model; candy store to take over the space
Liberty Hall Video on Sunday will close the physical space that currently houses its hundreds of DVD cases, though movie rentals will still be available. The space at the corner of Seventh and Mass will be taken over by a new candy store.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Get to know Andrew Holt, new director of Downtown Lawrence Inc.
With a little more than two months on the job, Andrew Holt is still getting a feel for the town. The new director of Downtown Lawrence Inc. says he likes every place he’s visited thus far, and he loves how many unique retail stores downtown has to offer.
Mark Potts / Lawrence Times
Long-awaited second volume of ‘Embattled Lawrence’ now available
When Dennis Domer retired a few years ago as a KU professor of architecture, he knew he couldn’t just use his newfound free time to go fishing. Instead, he decided to embark on a much bigger project: compiling a major new history of Lawrence.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Mid Summer Night on Mass to feature block party, restaurant specials and more
Specific details about Lawrence’s first annual Mid Summer Night on Mass are solidifying: face painting by Purple Palette, a street juggling show called Dingus’ Showcase, and a block party outside the Bourgeois Pig are some highlights.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for June 20, 2023 (Sponsored post)
“Roxie Yonkey’s ‘Secret Kansas: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure’ tops this week’s list on the strength of her wonderful event last week. If you missed it, now’s a great time to remind you that videos of all of our in-store events are archived on our Instagram page!” the Raven Book Store writes.
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