Good morning, Lawrence.

KU architecture and design students built two wooden bus benches along Maine Street just north of 6th Street at a ribbon cutting with Lawrence Transit staff as the school year wraps up.

The project by Freedom by Design (a nonprofit design-build group) will improve bus accessibility and safety for the community.

Axel is a sweet 5-year-old mixed retriever and American Bulldog who arrived at Lawrence Humane in January and is ready for adoption; his foster praises his calm playfulness and growing leash skills (adoption fee is $150).

Ninth Street construction has forced two local restaurants to close and lowered sales for other eateries, with work on the Jayhawk Watershed Project set to finish in August for street closures and in March 2027 for full repairs.

Owners report steep losses + limited city support amid ongoing disruptions.

The University of Kansas Natural History Museum opened a temporary exhibit called Collections from Around the World on May 11, featuring specimens from eight research divisions; it will engage visitors during this summer’s international soccer tournament until July 27.

KU Chancellor Douglas A.

Girod approved promotions and tenure for 146 faculty at the Lawrence, Edwards, and KU Medical Center campuses, and these changes will become effective at the start of the fall semester. The decisions followed a comprehensive review process.

KU Law student Chris Cummings was awarded the 2026 Judge Gregory L.

Waller Public Interest Legal Fellowship and will begin work this fall — joining the Sedgwick County Public Defender's Office in Wichita.

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.

Wearable Art Earrings Workshop

9 AM - 12 PM — ART EMERGENCY — Class fees apply — Create unique earrings using mixed media with friends during this fun morning workshop.

Therapeutic Breathwork Introduction

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Be Moved Studio — Free entry — Explore the connection between breathwork, emotional healing, and personal transformation in a guided experience.