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Lawrence Life January 2, 2025 - 5:25 pm

Out and about in Lawrence: Folks share resolutions, 2024 in one word

by Emilia (Mimi) Rosado Schmitt

We asked folks who were out and about in downtown Lawrence to share their new year’s resolutions and describe 2024 in one word. Here’s what they had to say.

Lawrence Life December 31, 2024 - 12:00 pm

The Raven Book Store’s top 10 bestsellers for 2024 (Sponsored post)

by Brought to us by The Raven Book Store

”This is another one-bookstore-in-the-world bestseller list. Lawrencians love local titles, and they definitely LOVE Louise Erdrich and Robin Wall Kimmerer, too,” the Raven Book Store writes of the top 10 bestsellers for all of 2024.

Lawrence news December 27, 2024 - 1:29 pm

Lawrence Mountain Bike Club to host New Year’s Day ride

by Maya Hodison

Local bicycle riders will travel down trails by the Kaw River to usher in 2025.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 26, 2024 - 9:24 pm

Lawrence community members gather for 18th annual menorah lighting, Hanukkah celebration

by Multimedia by Nathan Kramer

The co-directors of the Chabad Center for Jewish Life hosted the 18th annual menorah lighting event Thursday — a number of special significance for the Jewish community.

Lawrence Life December 26, 2024 - 5:59 pm

Lawrence run and hike events set for New Year’s Day

by Maya Hodison

Two outdoor activities to get moving on the first day of the new year are free and open to the public.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life December 25, 2024 - 6:10 pm

A view of Lawrence: Mass Street on Christmas

by Photo by August Rudisell

Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence was aglow with holiday lights just after midnight on Christmas as fog hung in the air.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 24, 2024 - 3:19 pm

Holiday sights and lights in Lawrence

by Multimedia by Nathan Kramer

Here’s a look at some holiday sights, lights and happenings in Lawrence this season. Happy holidays!

Arts & Events December 22, 2024 - 9:20 pm

Where to see holiday lights in Lawrence – 2024 edition

by Lawrence Times

It’s a bit overdue, but we’re thrilled to present our 2024 festive map of holiday homes!

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Food December 22, 2024 - 12:43 pm

Free Christmas meals available in Lawrence, Eudora

by Lawrence Times

Annual community Christmas dinners are coming up in Lawrence and Eudora, and all are welcome.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 21, 2024 - 6:11 pm

Community supports local small businesses at Inclusive Winter Market in Lawrence

by Maya Hodison

As part of the Inclusive Winter Market, nearly 100 local artists and small business owners showcased their work Saturday at the Lied Center. It opens for a second day on Sunday.

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