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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members helped clear trash from the Kansas Riverbanks on Saturday despite chilly weather. More than 30 groups joined an Earth Day fair at South Park—organizers said the cleanup removed tons of trash and Lawrence Transit showed new art on an electric bus by Tokeya Waci U Richardson. The Lawrence Times
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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.
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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.
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Beat Beethoven 5K
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Holcom Park Recreation Center — Enjoy a fun run while the orchestra plays Beethoven's masterpiece.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Natural Ties KU Gathering
6-7 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage with the community at this creative event space showcasing artistic expressions.
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Mother's Day Sunflower Workshop
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — All materials included — Create unique sunflower brooches while enjoying snacks and drinks for a perfect Mother's Day project.
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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
10AM – 2PM — Wine Dive + Kitchen — $30 and under — Treat Mom to a beautifully curated brunch buffet featuring sweet and savory offerings this Mother's Day.
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Nekrogoblikon Concert
3-8:30 p.m. — The Granada — $44 — Catch the energetic sounds of Nekrogoblikon live at The Granada in Lawrence, KS.
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