Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Lawrence.
Phineas — a 6‐year‐old pit bull and bulldog mix known for his short king energy — is the featured pet available for adoption at the Lawrence Humane Society.
The shelter offers a discounted fee of $19 through 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 28 and invites local families to visit at 1805 E. 19th St.
A large photographic banner by street photographer Gary Mark Smith has been reinstalled at City Hall after storm damage.
Titled 'Soka Kila Mahali' (Swahili for Soccer Everywhere), the piece is part of the Unmistakable Public Art Exhibition and will be on display through August.
The Lawrence school district named Jeremy Philipp and Virginia Gwyn as interim principals for Quail Run Elementary and New York Montessori effective July 1 — a full selection for permanent principals will begin in late fall.
Fans will gather Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the Lied Center (a starting point) to create a Living Algerian Flag and then join a march to the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel as Lawrence prepares to send off the Desert Foxes ahead of tomorrow's match against Austria at Arrowhead Stadium.
Lawrence Soccer Celebration & Watch Party
5 p.m. — The Granada — Free entry — Enjoy live music followed by a thrilling soccer match between Algeria and Austria.
Summer Cottages Workshop
9 AM – 12 PM — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Create a mini-village of tiny houses with unique decorations and personal touches.
Third Thursday Book Club
7-8:30 p.m. — Lawrence Beer Company — Free entry — Read and discuss a new title each month while enjoying food and drinks at an inviting local venue.
LAG Members’ Monthly Critique Coffee Hour
9:30-11:00 a.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Free entry — Bring your artwork for critique while enjoying coffee and donuts with fellow artists.
Daytime Meeting at Cider Gallery
8 AM – 4 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage in a productive daytime meeting in a vibrant artistic setting.
Daytime Meeting at Cider Gallery
8 AM – 4 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage in a productive daytime meeting in a vibrant art space.
Willow Rose's Country for the Pets
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Northside Social — Entry details not provided — Enjoy a night of live music with Ryan Manuel while supporting a good cause for pets.
Stand-Up Comedy with Heather Shaw
6-10 p.m. — The Comedy Club of Lawrence — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Heather Shaw, a rising stand-up star known for her sharp wit and engaging performances.
Heather Shaw Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Club of Lawrence — Ticket details available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Heather Shaw's comedic performance.
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