Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
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🏘️ Community
Algerian Ladies of Kansas hosted a free celebration Saturday night at the Granada to thank Lawrence for its support of the soccer team, with Algerian food & music and a children's fashion show as Explore Lawrence sponsored the event and officials consider a sister cities partnership with Biskra.
🎓 Education
Lawrence Public Schools has released its 2026-27 calendar.
Kindergarten, sixth, and ninth graders will have a half-day on Aug. 12 with a full day on Aug. 13, and early childhood classes begin on Aug. 19; a Kids Expo offers free supplies on Saturday, Aug. 8 (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.).
🌲 Environment
The City of Lawrence’s annual electronics recycling event will be held Saturday, Aug.
8 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and county residents can drop off old electronics for secure processing while fees apply for some TVs and monitors.
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Embroidery on Postcards and Photographs
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Check website for pricing — Transform a black and white photograph or postcard into a unique art piece with embroidery techniques.
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