The Lawrence Times is offering some space for area organizations and organizers to express their views, provide updates and attempt to reach other folks who might share their mission.
These posts are contributed content (i.e., not produced by the Times staff). See more in our Community Voices section, or see how to submit your own piece.
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Haus of McCoy: Open Haus coming up this week (Announcement)
On Thursday, Sept. 16, Haus of McCoy is having their first Open Haus, featuring free food, a book giveaway and our special guest, Silky Nutmeg Ganache.
Not In Our Honor Coalition
Not In Our Honor: NFL should have zero tolerance for racialized Native American branding (Column)
“Not In Our Honor will continue our protest outside the stadium in addition to other signage around the city. … Apply the NFL’s ‘zero tolerance’ for on-field use of racial and homophobic slurs to all races and ethnic groups, especially Native Peoples,” the coalition writes in this piece.
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BabyJay’s Legacy of Hope: Rexy Run/Walk to return next Saturday (Column)
The Rexy Run/Walk, hosted by BabyJay’s Legacy of Hope, is back and in person this year on Saturday, Aug. 21.
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League of Women Voters of Lawrence-Douglas County’s next hot topic: Building community power (Announcement)
Sarah Dehart Faltico, program coordinator with Climate + Energy Project, will speak on how a […]
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Sunrise Movement: Fight misinformation and push for the Civilian Climate Corps (Column)
“Over the past week, the Sunrise Movement has been staging protests all across the nation, and we will be doing the same at the Kansas Capitol building from 4-5 p.m. this Tuesday, July 20,” the Lawrence hub of the Sunrise Movement writes in this column.
#BeMoreLikeClaire
#BeMoreLikeClaire: Upcoming auction to fund grants for Douglas County organizations (Column)
“Over the past three years, through the power of collective generosity, #BeMoreLikeClaire has awarded more than $180,000 in grants to area nonprofits, with the vast majority located in Douglas County.”
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League of Women Voters of Lawrence-Douglas County’s next hot topic: Voting habits (Announcement)
Matt Cravens, data analyst for Douglas County, will present his summary of his most recent research, “What are Voting Habits and How are They Strengthened?” at the next League of Women Voters of Lawrence-Douglas County Hot Topic series.
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Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners: Connect to natural beauty in tour of 7 local gardens (Column)
“This year, perhaps more than any other, many of us are seeking a connection to the natural world and the beauty and serenity it provides,” Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners write. The group hopes to provide beauty and inspiration with its New Beginnings Garden Tour.
Justice Matters: Justice means leaving the status quo behind (Column)
Every spring the people of Justice Matters raise our collective voice in an effort to […]
Box of Balloons
Box of Balloons: All kids should be able to celebrate their birthdays (Column)
I believe birthday parties are one of life’s necessities that help build self-esteem, friendships and […]
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