Good morning, Lawrence.

Blue Summit residents held a benefit on May 10 to raise funds for new street lights (aiming to stop illegal dumping and reduce local crime) in the area.

The event targeted improved safety and community wellbeing through better lighting.

Lawrence police responded to a crash in a field north of Lawrence near Midland Junction after 11 p.m. Friday when a Kansas man, Benjamin Eddie Thomas Brooks, lost control of his white Dodge Ram 1500, was ejected and later died as investigators believe he missed a highway curve while the Douglas Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team prepares a report.

A Topeka local died when a Dodge Ram 1500 rolled over near Lawrence on Friday night at 11:00 p.m. on May 9 — the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said the driver, Benjamin Eddie Thomas Brooks, was ejected during the crash and later died from his injuries.

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.

5K Home Run for Family Promise of Lawrence

8:30 a.m. — South Park Gazebo — Various registration fees — Participate in a family-friendly 5K run supporting families in need with T-shirts, medals, and fun activities.

Infinitas Client Appreciation Event

5-8 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate appreciation with refreshments and community vibes at this local gathering.

Lawrence Busker Festival

Fri, May 23rd 5-11 p.m. & Sat, May 24th 11 a.m.-11 p.m. — Free State Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate unique street entertainment during a weekend of whimsy in historic downtown Lawrence.

Lawrence Vert Ramp Anniversary Celebration

7 p.m. — Centennial Park, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Celebrate one year of the vert ramp with demos, contests, live music, and food.

Final Friday Event at Cider Gallery

5-9 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the final Friday of the month with an evening of art and community at this vibrant venue.

Air Layering Fruit Trees Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Lawrence Community Orchard — Free, donations welcome — Learn the art of air layering to propagate your own fruit trees.

On-Site Tour of Senior Living Facilities

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Coopers Home Care — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living communities recognized for exceptional care and engaging activities.

Lawrence Music Alliance Jazz Meetup

6-8 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage in a community conversation focused on jazz and live music in Lawrence, KS.