Good morning, Lawrence.

A Lawrence nonprofit received a $250,000 grant from FIFA ahead of the World Cup (a SparkWheel employee saw a FIFA commercial for the Global Citizen Education Fund while her husband watched soccer), and the funding will support local community projects.

A Lawrence nonprofit received a $250,000 FIFA grant to boost local soccer programs ahead of the World Cup, supporting community efforts as the event nears.

KU Law earned national honors from the American Constitution Society as its ACS chapter won a programming award and third-year law student Staci Smith was named a Next Generation Leader — the recognitions will be formally presented at the ACS National Convention in Washington, DC from June 18-20.

Studies from KU show that mentors in the Strong Girls program gained skills that benefit their careers even a decade later — and a sideways mentoring group has supported academic growth over 20 years.

University of Kansas researchers have developed a fast method for PFAS testing that cuts sample processing time from about 100 minutes to 6–8 minutes.

The team is working with InnovaPrep (at KU Innovation Park) to create a device that lets labs test water without shipping large samples.

Officials set dates and times for a college baseball Super Regional game between Kansas and Oklahoma.

The matchup will be held soon at a local ballpark, offering fans an exciting chance to support the Kansas team.

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.

Cyanotypes at the Wetlands

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Create stunning art using nature with the ancient cyanotype technique.

Small Town Urban Sketching Class

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee required — Explore historic architecture and learn urban sketching techniques in a creative outdoor setting.

Alex Meixner Polka Party

4-8 p.m. — Douglas County Fairgrounds - Building 21 — Suggested donation of $10 — Dance the evening away with music from Grammy-nominated Alex Meixner and family-friendly fun.

Severe Weather Preparedness Workshop

4-5 p.m. — Watkins Community Museum-History — Free admission — Learn from experts on safety tips for severe weather in Kansas.

Levee Sketching Field Trip

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Free — Explore the scenic Kaw River while sketching nature and learn Japanese book binding.

Painting with Nature

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Light snacks provided — Explore nature-inspired art techniques and create a unique book of sketches with natural dyes.

Kansas Sunflowers Workshop

9 AM - 12 PM — ART EMERGENCY — Materials provided — Create unique sunflower brooches or barrettes from an 1800's Kansas Atlas.

Coptic Bookbinding Workshop

9 AM – 12 PM — ART EMERGENCY — Materials included — Learn the ancient art of Coptic bookbinding and create a unique travel journal for your sketches and notes.