Good morning, Lawrence.

Lawrence residents can join a No Kings protest on Oct 18 from 5 to 6 p.m. in Watson Park—organized by local groups that require nonviolent action and ban weapons for safety.

KJHK — the University of Kansas student-run radio station — will celebrate 50 years with four days of events starting Oct.

15, featuring station tours, a silent auction, and local concerts. The station, which has broadcast alternative music and KU sports since its founding in 1975, has provided many students their first media experiences.

The University of Kansas seniors Rose Larson, Milwaukee, and Luna Schultz won the Baird Debate Tournament at the University of Iowa from Oct.

11—12. They finished first with 13 of 14 ballots—making them the top speakers against teams from Baylor, Liberty, Michigan State, NYU, USC and UT Dallas.

Seventeen University of Kansas School of Law students have been named Dean’s Fellows for the 2025-2026 academic year—mentoring first-year law students with academic support and guidance.

They were chosen based on their academic performance and community involvement through a careful review process.

Pasta Night: Tagliatelle con Bolognese Bianco

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy house-made pasta with a rotating authentic Italian sauce each week.

Pasta Night: Agnolotti del plin

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy house-made agnolotti and authentic Italian sauces weekly.

Tyler Halverson Live

7-9:30 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of live music with Tyler Halverson in a vibrant local venue.

Sweet Vignette Jewelry Workshop

1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Cost of materials included — Make a unique brooch or pendant with layers of ribbon, beads, and fabric scraps.

Art Grants and Residencies Workshop

6:30-8 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Free for members, $10 for non-members — Discover how to secure art grants and residencies with insights from local artist Kim Brook.

Breese Organizational Wellness Volunteer Managers Hybrid Conference

8 AM – 5 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — A conference focusing on organizational wellness for volunteer managers.

The Unteachables Comedy Tour

8-11 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Cash only — Enjoy a night of laughs at this all-ages comedy show in the heart of Lawrence.

Pinkshift Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Cost info not provided — Experience a night of dynamic music with Pinkshift.

Daniel Donato Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Granada — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of live music with Daniel Donato at a local favorite venue.

Rexx Life Raj Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — The Bottleneck — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance from Rexx Life Raj in a popular local venue.