Good morning, Lawrence.

Lawrence police arrested a 41-year-old man on April 21 at Motel 6 on North 3rd Street—recovering over $10,000 in stolen goods, a stolen vehicle and illegal drugs that may have come from local car and home break-ins as the department works to reunite victims with their property.

Lawrence is set to benefit from over $600 million in regional windfall next summer when the World Cup comes to Kansas City, as KC’s World Cup planning CEO Pam Kramer praised local engagement at the Lawrence Business Magazine Foundation Awards on Tuesday evening.

Local officials are evaluating base camp sites such as Rock Chalk Park—one of 50 options—with plans to partner with local businesses for lasting impact.

KU scientists used the James Webb Space Telescope to study faraway galaxies during cosmic noon—when stars and black holes grew rapidly 2 to 3 billion years after the Big Bang.

Their survey will be published soon in the Astrophysical Journal and invites locals to help classify galaxy shapes in the Cosmic Collisions Zooniverse project.

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.

Natural Ties KU Gathering

6-7 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage with the community at this creative event space showcasing artistic expressions.

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.

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.

Nekrogoblikon Concert

3-8:30 p.m. — The Granada — $44 — Catch the energetic sounds of Nekrogoblikon live at The Granada in Lawrence, KS.

Orchard Work Day

6-9 p.m. — 830 Garfield St, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Help maintain the orchard while enjoying good company and the beauty of nature.