Thursday, November 21st, 2024
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Douglas County commissioners are considering integrating the Senior Resource Center as a county department to ensure its financial stability and continue its services for seniors. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ A vigil in Lawrence honored 74 transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals who died in the past year, offering a message of remembrance and hope. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Lawrence city commissioners allocated approximately $550,000 for pool renovation designs and navigated community division over the pool's future features and layout. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Richard Renner, organizer of the Lawrence Busker Festival, plans the inaugural Lawrence Comedy Festival following a fire that destroyed his home, emphasizing community support and future positivity. The Lawrence Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Health and Environment awarded a grant to the University of Kansas's Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Program to launch a new initiative aimed at creating protective community environments against sexual assault. The Lawrence Times
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The Shaws Holiday Show at Cider Gallery
Experience a festive evening filled with holiday spirit at Cider Gallery in Lawrence, KS.
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Creative Holiday Cottage Workshop
Experience a hands-on workshop where you can craft unique gift boxes and miniature houses using cardstock, personalizing them with family memories and decorations.
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Fall All Members Show Artwork Drop-off
Bring your submitted artwork to the Cider Gallery for drop-off during the Fall All Members Show.
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Pasta Night Featuring Agnolotti del Plin at Pane e Vino
Experience a delightful Pasta Night featuring traditional Piemontese agnolotti with a rich brown butter sauce, alongside a variety of Italian-themed food and wine options.
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runLawrence Thanksgiving Day 5K Run
Experience a festive Thanksgiving 5K run to benefit local youth running programs at Woodlawn Elementary School.
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Fall All Members' Show Opening at Cider Gallery
Experience a diverse exhibition showcasing the work of various talented artists from the Lawrence Art Guild at the Cider Gallery.
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Furman Paladins vs. Kansas Jayhawks Men's Basketball Game
Experience the excitement of Kansas Jayhawk basketball at Allen Fieldhouse as they take on the Furman Paladins.
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38th Annual Lawrence Festival of Trees
Experience the festive atmosphere of the Lawrence Festival of Trees, showcasing over 55 creatively decorated Christmas trees and wreaths, with auctions benefiting The O'Connell Children's Shelter.
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38th Annual Lawrence Festival of Trees
The Festival of Trees showcases over 55 decorated Christmas trees and wreaths, auctioned to raise funds for The O'Connell Children's Shelter, along with a special activity featuring cookies with Santa.
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38th Annual Lawrence Festival of Trees
Celebrate the holiday season with a beautiful display of trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses, all benefiting The O'Connell Children's Shelter through silent and live auctions.
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