Good morning, Lawrence.

KU students and Kansas City entertainers will perform dazzling drag acts at the fifth annual Kansas Drag Showcase scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 19 at the Lied Center on Stewart Drive—doors will open at 4:30 p.m. for a meet-and-greet and photo opportunities.

KU professor Barbara A.

Kerr wrote a new book on freedom that shows how people can live naturally and be happy. The book—The Psychology of Liberty: Reclaiming Everyday Freedom—will soon come out and is based on seven years of research in history, how people live together, art, and family life.

KU assistant professor Manar Shoshani was honored with a five-year NSF CAREER Award of over $769,000 to study how to convert carbon dioxide into chemicals like methanol, formic acid, and oxalic acid—he said the award would boost his research and help train students at KU.

Pasta Night: Cappelletti Verde

4:30-9:00 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner — Enjoy house-made cappelletti pasta with authentic Italian sauces and a seasonal menu.

Lasagne Primavera Night

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Savor house-made lasagne primavera and a variety of authentic Italian dishes.

Lawrence Earth Day Fair

1-4 p.m. — South Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly crafts and activities in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Easter Sunday Celebration

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Liberty Memorial Central Middle School — Free entry — Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with uplifting worship and baptisms.

Nature Tots

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Baker University Wetlands — Free entry — Explore diverse habitats and enjoy nature activities for children ages 0-5.

Five For Fighting with String Quartet

8 PM — Liberty Hall — Ticket prices from $41 — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Five for Fighting accompanied by a string quartet.

Beat Beethoven 5K

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Holcom Park Recreation Center — Enjoy a fun run while the orchestra plays Beethoven's masterpiece.

Lawrence Automotive Swap Meet 2025

May 2-4 — Douglas County Fairgrounds — Open to the public — Explore thousands of automotive vendors and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this annual gathering.

USPA Level 2 Coach Certification Course

All day — Barbell Strength Weightlifting LLC — Cost varies — Elevate your coaching skills with hands-on experience and expert guidance in powerlifting.

CASA Volunteer Info Session

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Lawrence Beer Company — Free entry — Learn about child advocacy while enjoying a casual happy hour.