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Lawrence news December 22, 2023 - 12:07 pm

Closures, when downtown parking is free and more Lawrence holiday info

by Lawrence Times

Here’s a quick glance at closures, service changes and more for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in Lawrence.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 20, 2023 - 12:43 pm

‘Each one of us has a special purpose’: Lawrence poet, storyteller teaches about Kwanzaa

by Maya Hodison

People are better when working together, Lawrence poet and storyteller Tai Amri Spann-Ryan told children and families in attendance at a Kwanzaa storytime at the library.

Lawrence Life December 19, 2023 - 12:55 pm

The Raven Book Store’s top 10 bestsellers for 2023 (Sponsored post)

by Brought to us by The Raven Book Store

”In the end, there was never any doubt about which book would top our bestsellers of the year list,” the Raven Book Store writes. Here are the top 10 books of 2023.

Arts & Events December 14, 2023 - 7:24 pm

Lawrence poet, storyteller to lead Kwanzaa storytime; limited spots available

by Maya Hodison

Tai Amri Spann-Ryan, a Lawrence poet and storyteller, will lead a community storytime that aims to honor the meaning of Kwanzaa this holiday season.

Andrew Beaven, USD 497 / Contributed photo
Arts & Events December 13, 2023 - 3:51 pm

Student musicians from Lawrence middle schools and KU to join together for ‘Brassmas’ concert

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence middle school student musicians who play trombone, baritone and tuba will join with KU brass to perform the first “Brassmas” holiday concert, set for Thursday.

Arts & Events December 13, 2023 - 11:25 am

Inclusive Holiday Market to feature more than 100 diverse vendors

by Maya Hodison

Local organizers aim to uplift inclusivity in the Lawrence holiday market scene with a new event that will unite more than 100 diverse vendors. It’s set for Saturday at the Lied Center.

Lawrence Life December 5, 2023 - 5:55 pm

The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for Dec. 5, 2023 (Sponsored post)

by Brought to us by The Raven Book Store

”This week’s bestsellers, without exception, fall into three categories: local nonfiction, Indigenous studies books, or the ‘Iron Flame’ series by Rebecca Yarros. Our readers like what they like!” the Raven Book Store writes.

LOLA / Contributed photo
Arts & Events December 5, 2023 - 3:12 pm

Lawrence collective embraces new name ahead of LOLA Giant art market

by Mackenzie Clark

Members of LOLA — now Lovers of Lawrence Art — have changed the collective’s name to embrace more of the community ahead of their annual LOLA Giant art market.

Jake Jacobson, KPR/Contributed photo
Arts & Events December 5, 2023 - 2:14 pm

KPR’s Big Band Christmas concert to return to Liberty Hall

by Lawrence Times

Kansas Public Radio’s holiday jazz concert, featuring the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra, is set for Saturday in Lawrence.

Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 5, 2023 - 1:00 pm

Holiday Farmers Market will offer a chance to support 40-plus Lawrence-area farms and small businesses

by Jordan Winter

Community members can support local farmers this Saturday at the Holiday Farmers Market, which is a lifeline for some vendors to get through the winter while the regular Lawrence Farmers Market is closed.

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