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Health May 9, 2024 - 12:05 pm

Cancer survivors, supporters prepare to share hope in annual Douglas County Relay for Life

by Tricia Masenthin

Allie Montgomery, 32, is a second-generation brain cancer survivor. The Relay for Life has given her hope throughout her teens and adulthood, and Montgomery wants to share that belief in the future with other Douglas County residents.

Ann Dean/Contributed Photo
Arts & Events April 26, 2024 - 1:03 pm

Monarch Watch offers plants for sale in online fundraiser; spring open house to follow

by Tricia Masenthin

Monarch Watch’s free spring open house is coming up, but until then, plenty of pollinator-friendly plants are available for purchase through the organization’s annual online fundraiser.

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Education December 1, 2023 - 4:11 pm

Lawrence teens to host holiday fundraiser for inclusive period pantry

by Tricia Masenthin

Teen leaders of the Lawrence nonprofit Honor Moon invite community members to drop off a donation and shop awhile during their holiday fundraiser.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events November 23, 2023 - 4:38 pm

Here’s a sneak peek inside the Festival of Trees in downtown Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

The Festival of Trees has a new location and new nightlife events this year, and its staple — a display of donated trees, wreaths and more with unique designs and themes — is ready for viewing hours, beginning Friday.

Arts & Events November 23, 2023 - 3:28 pm

Lawrence Lights, the drive-thru holiday display and community fundraiser, to return

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence Lights – Making Spirits Bright is returning for its third year, starting Tuesday evening. The fundraiser event transforms the Youth Sports Complex into a festive winter wonderland.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events November 20, 2023 - 2:49 pm

Young artists of Van Go to debut their latest works at Adornment opening night

by Lawrence Times

The young artists of Van Go will soon welcome the community to their annual Adornment holiday art show and sale.

Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events November 18, 2023 - 3:45 pm

Festival of Trees to bring back cookies with Santa, include new events such as trivia night and more

by Lawrence Times

A series of Lawrence family-favorite holiday happenings will soon return, but in a new location and with new nightlife events added to the lineup. 

Arts & Events October 28, 2023 - 10:27 pm

Woodlawn Elementary PTO to hold holiday market

by Lawrence Times

Woodlawn Elementary School and its Parent Teacher Organization are holding a holiday market to support the school, and the whole community is invited.

Arts & Events October 25, 2023 - 5:55 pm

Lawrence High students to put on Chesty’s Haunted House, a fundraiser for the science department

by Lawrence Times

Students of Lawrence High School are planning spooky science fun for those who attend their Halloween-themed fundraiser on Sunday.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 16, 2023 - 3:55 pm

Annual Lawrence Zombie Walk to bring on the undead

by Lawrence Times

When the sun goes down Thursday night, the undead will breach downtown Lawrence.

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