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Recreation centers will be closed, parking downtown will be free and trash pickup will run as scheduled. Here are details and more notes ahead of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday in Lawrence.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
The Lawrence Public Library will celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a lineup of family-friendly events, free lunch and a food drive.
Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day came early in Kansas, beginning on his birthday with a march, a formal proclamation and words honoring the beloved civil rights figure.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Poetry, music and inspirational words were shared Friday afternoon in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy during the 34th MLK schoolwide assembly at Billy Mills Middle School.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Starting with this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, solid waste pickup will not be delayed by a day in Lawrence. Details, plus more notes on holiday closures and service changes, are here.
Eva Kapanadze
In the setting of a talk show, an upcoming original stage play in Lawrence will impart Martin Luther King Jr.’s belief in community strength.
Zephyr Adams / Lawrence Times
The Lawrence Public Library will celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a slate of family-friendly events and a food drive.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Voices from the past, present and future converged Friday at Billy Mills Middle School to share messages of empowerment, community and courage in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Community members are invited to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Lawrence school district students and staff.
Lawrence community members are invited to join together for a comfort-food meal to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
