Good morning, Lawrence.

Reservations for 1587 Prime will open at noon on Wednesday, Aug.

20—dining patrons can reserve tables for opening night and upcoming dates.

The Spencer Museum of Art at KU hosts the exhibit 'Soundings: Making Culture at Sea' through Dec.

14, showing works from its collection and special loans that connect Kansas to ocean themes. The exhibit links art to local history and climate studies — featuring a Winslow Homer painting and a carved wooden mermaid — to show how the sea still matters here.

The Watkins Museum of History will host 'Americans', a traveling Smithsonian exhibit that examines how Native American images are used in everyday branding and marketing.

The exhibit runs from Aug. 23 to Oct. 5 with a free opening reception on Friday, Aug. 22 — it shows that Indigenous history is a key part of American culture.

The KU School of Architecture & Design has announced its Fall Design Lecture Series, which will begin on August 21 with a lecture by Tad Carpenter at 6 p.m. at 3140 Wescoe Hall on the KU campus; an opening reception (for his retrospective SUNday SUNS exhibition) will follow at 7:30 p.m. in the Edgar Heap of Birds Family Gallery in Chalmers Hall.

Mengyue Li, a KU doctoral candidate in pharmaceutical chemistry, was named Highlighted Trainee Author for August 2025 by ASPET and its journal Drug Metabolism and Disposition—an honor that recognizes her work studying how the eye processes drugs and moves them across tissues.

The City of Lawrence reported that its recycling contamination rate reached 16.2% this spring, exceeding the 10% target set by HAMM—this overage led to extra fees for each recycling load that ranged between $37,500—$75,000 a year.

The extra fees diverted funds from community improvements, and residents are urged to sort recyclables carefully.

Lawrence city commissioners approved up to $94.6M in tax breaks for KU’s Gateway District project last week despite not being fully informed about a planned $300M donation for KU Athletics—the donation did not change the vote, officials said, even as KU faculty and local residents raised concerns about transparency and potential community cost impacts. The tax incentives are expected to speed up project completion and generate tax revenue, while critics question the process and level of community input.

Native Lands - Elderberry Class

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Merc Co+op — Proceeds support a local cause — Discover the culinary and ecological benefits of Kansas native plants with local expert Courtney Masterson.

Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations requested for parties of 4 or more — Enjoy a special pop-up dinner with wine pairings and a curated tasting experience.

Articulated Figures Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee required — Create unique posable figures using die-cut components and unleash your creativity.

Pasta Night: Gnocchi al Cacciatore

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy delicious house-made pasta with an authentic Italian sauce weekly.

Crew Network at Cider Gallery

8 AM – 5 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage with local professionals in a dynamic networking event.

Niontay Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Bottleneck — Tickets available — Experience an engaging evening with live music at a local venue.

Burned-edge Organza Flower Accessories Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Materials provided — Create luxurious organza flowers for unique accessories in a fun, supportive environment.

56th Annual Edsel Owner's Club Convention

September 2-7 — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence — Registration required — Celebrate the classic Edsel experience with fellow enthusiasts in Lawrence, Kansas.

Strings & Heart Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Tickets from $51 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Strings and Heart in a local concert setting.

Cider Gallery Event

8:00-11:30 a.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Enjoy a creative gathering in a unique office and event space.