Good morning, Lawrence.

Great Plains SPCA in MERRIAM reduced dog adoption fees to $26 amid overcrowding – more than 60% of dogs exceed 50 pounds – and launched a slumber party foster program so more pets can find homes.

University of Kansas professor Samuel Brody explained in a new chapter in the St. Andrews Encyclopaedia of Theology how ancient biblical rules on lending and gleaning challenge modern economic ideas, noting that sacred texts were created for economies very different from today's.

The Lawrence school district announced Meg Clark as the new principal for Woodlawn Elementary and Phillip Mitchell as the principal of Liberty Memorial Central Middle School — their roles take effect July 1.

At Monday’s meeting, the Lawrence school board approved a new health plan that gives full-time employees a Core PPO at no cost while making buy-up plans costlier and voted not to renew one teacher’s contract for unprofessional conduct.

Researchers at the University of Kansas found that the mutation PTPN22 boosts natural killer cells and protects mice from severe coronavirus, which could lead to new antiviral therapies.

The study was published Monday, May 11 and suggests potential immune benefits for fighting infections.

Coq au Vin & Wine Experience

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $28 — Delight in a classic Burgundian dish paired with exquisite wine flights.

LAG Members’ Monthly Critique Coffee Hour

9:30-11:00 a.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Bring your drink and enjoy constructive feedback on your artwork.

Live Performance by Babyfxce E

11 AM – 11 PM — The Granada — Ticket prices vary — Catch the high-energy hip-hop vibe with Babyfxce E's captivating stage presence.

Mapping the Heart Art Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Explore mixed media to honor significant places on our planet.

5K Home Run for Family Promise

8:30-10:00 a.m. — South Park Gazebo — Benefiting local children — Participate in a fun run to support families in need.

Pasta Night: Cacio e pepe

5-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Indulge in house-made pasta featuring the classic Cacio e pepe sauce alongside a variety of other delicious offerings.

Pop-Up Filet Mignon Evening

5-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $40 per person — Enjoy a delightful filet mignon dinner paired with a curated wine experience.

Bobcat Goldthwait Live Comedy Show

7 p.m. — The Comedy Club of Lawrence — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night with comedian Bobcat Goldthwait, known for his unforgettable performances and directing talents.

Alpha Wolf Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Ticketed event — Experience the thrilling sounds of Alpha Wolf live in Lawrence, KS.

Articulated Figures Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Create and design unique posable figures using die-cut components and mixed media.