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Arts & Events July 22, 2023 - 9:14 pm

Douglas County Fair returns; here are some highlights to watch for

by Lawrence Times

It’s that time of year again: The Douglas County Fair is bringing families, friends, furry creatures, food, fun and 4-H’ers to the fairgrounds. There will also be two nights of demolition derby this year.

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Arts & Events July 20, 2023 - 4:21 pm

Lawrence community asked to help creatively document Sacred Red Rock before its return to Kaw Nation

by Maya Hodison

Lawrence community members are invited to creatively document their impressions of the Sacred Red Rock before it is finally returned to the Kaw Nation. The artwork could become a lasting part of the project’s story.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Environment July 20, 2023 - 3:42 pm

Lawrence panel discussion to offer tips on restoring native prairie in your own backyard

by Lawrence Times

Two local experts will speak Sunday on how you can restore a bit of native prairie to your own backyard.

Arts & Events July 19, 2023 - 9:16 pm

Free camp to teach theater performance, filmmaking for kids of all abilities

by Lawrence Times

A free camp slated for next week aims to teach young participants of all abilities about theater performance and filmmaking.

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Health July 19, 2023 - 5:10 pm

Local therapist to host workshop on BIPOC wellness during awareness month

by Maya Hodison

Racial trauma passes down through generations and takes form in people’s minds and bodies, Lawrence therapist Nicole Rials says.

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Arts & Events July 18, 2023 - 10:05 am

MsAmanda Love’s drag shows celebrating 9 years

by Lawrence Times

Thursday’s drag show at Jazzhaus is going to be a special one, according to the host.

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Arts & Events June 29, 2023 - 6:50 pm

Cosmos Indian Store & Cafe to celebrate new sculpture

by Caroline Zimmerman

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.

Matt Pool
Arts & Events June 28, 2023 - 3:27 pm

RPG to hold farewell party before closing its doors

by Chansi Long

RPG, where patrons could eat and drink while playing anything from Dungeons and Dragons to Uno, will mark its closing with a farewell party on Friday.

Arts & Events June 28, 2023 - 7:15 am

Lawrence’s annual Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition back in full swing for its 34th year

by Lawrence Times

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.

Arts & Events June 26, 2023 - 6:58 pm

Raven Book Store planning queer adult book fair, pride mixer

by Lawrence Times

The Raven Book Store will host a queer adult book fair and pride mixer Thursday that the store says will be reminiscent of a Scholastic book fair.

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