Good morning, Lawrence.

Hundreds marched silently in Lawrence on June 18 in honor of Sarah Milgrim to protest antisemitism—organizers said the peaceful event united community members and stressed the need for tolerance.

Westwood has kept its community survey open for another week to gather local ideas on a former school lot after voters turned down a bid to sell the land for a multi-story commercial building — a project that would have provided hundreds of parking spaces.

A man aged 64 was seriously injured in an apparent early morning stabbing near 11th Street and Haskell Avenue in Lawrence at a residence on the 1200 block of East 1900 Road—Douglas County deputies responded and identified a person of interest while EMS transported him to a hospital.

The Watkins Museum will soon be the first Kansas site to host the Smithsonian traveling exhibit “Americans” after it was moved from the Haskell museum due to federal cuts—organizers shifted the location to better serve visitors.

The exhibit will run from Aug. 23 to Oct. 25 on the first floor Community Room.

KU researchers published studies on June 18th that validated the Preschool Strengths Inventory— a tool that helps parents, teachers, and clinicians identify early strengths in preschoolers to support their learning.

KU professor Michael Vitevitch published a study yesterday in the journal PLOS One that tested how ChatGPT responds to nonsense words—he found that the AI picks up on language patterns differently from people and sometimes even makes up answers.

Summer Cozy Cottages Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Create personalized gift boxes and mini-villages of tiny houses using various materials.

Orchard Nights

6-8 p.m. — 830 Garfield St, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Volunteer at the orchard and discover the joys of early season fruits.

Country Stampede 2025

7 PM – 6 PM — Azura Amphitheater — Ticket information TBA — Experience the vibrant sounds of country music in a festival that celebrates community and entertainment.

Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations recommended — Savor a unique dish with wine flights featuring a guided tasting experience.

Bright Lights Summer Nights Fashion Show

7-9 p.m. — Maceli's Banquet Hall & Catering — Cash bar available — Experience a dazzling evening of fashion, live entertainment, and support future talent.

Discover, Learn, Grow Cutting Class

10:00 a.m. — Paisley & Stripe West — In-person attendance — Experience three versatile haircuts that showcase modern techniques and trend-driven styles.

Orchard Nights Volunteering

6-8 p.m. — 830 Garfield St, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Volunteer to help harvest early season fruits while learning about the orchard's offerings.

Pasta Night: Gnocchi al ragú bianco

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Indulge in hand-made potato gnocchi with a rich three-meat ragú in a cozy setting.

Beach Vacation in a Jar Workshop

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Jungle House — $15 — Create a mini beach scene with terrariums and baby palms while enjoying a tropical vibe right in Lawrence.

4th of July Pop-Up & American Wine Experience

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations requested for parties of 4 or more — Celebrate Independence Day with a special wine tasting featuring American wines and gourmet pop-up dishes.