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Wide Variety of Genres Hit the Concert Scene this May

Can you feel it in the air? Can you smell it? We’re almost to Summer! We know there will be block parties in every nook and cranny of Lawrence soon, so consider May as your chance to warm up your concert muscles. Punk, metal, hip-hop, honky-tonk, and even some Mariachi roots music… we’ve got a lot…

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Hometown Happenings: May in Lawrence

It feels like Lawrence is fully ready to dive into Spring. Thankfully, this is a town that doesn’t know when to stop. There are so many events to choose from this month, culminating with one of the funnest and most outrageous outdoor events of the year. Here are some Hometown Happenings in May, and…

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Art Spaces Studio Tours Return for 4th Year

Lawrence artists will be opening their studios across town during this year’s Art Spaces - Studio Tours on May 2nd and 3rd. This is a chance to meet local artists, see their creative spaces, and talk about their methods and processes. Read on below to meet five of the participating artists ahead of…

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Hometown Happenings: April in Lawrence

How will YOU be celebrating Spring now that it’s in full bloom? Gardening? Attending an event in the park? Or maybe just taking in some live music! Now that the weather is truly pleasant, you are in for a treat, Lawrence. We’re starting to see the return of some of our favorite outdoor events. Pop…

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Jump into joy this April with these live music events

Things are looking up, friends! Spring is in the air, and there’s bound to be a Spring in your step as well. With the weather warming up, we want to head straight to a patio and enjoy a show. From queer joy to surf rock (and even something for the kids!), there’s no shortage of joy this month. Be…

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8 Places to See Spring Flowers in Lawrence, Kansas

After a long, Kansas winter, there's no better feeling than seeing bright blooms pop up from the ground and colorful buds burst open on trees. In Lawrence, we're blessed to have quite a few spots to view stunning flowers that herald the arrival of springtime. Whether you're looking for a photo op or…

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Top spots to grab a slice of pie in Lawrence, Kansas

If you're anything like me, you're a big fan of sweet and savory pie. It's one of the best comfort foods ever created. Looking for great pie in Lawrence, Kansas? Look no further—I've compiled a list of some of the best pie spots in the area. Ladybird Diner If you stop a local on the street in…

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Celebrating Women's History Month in Lawrence

Happy Women's History Month to all the women who make Lawrence great today and all those who came before. In honor of Women's History Month, we've put together this blog featuring local events to attend throughout the month, and have highlighted women who spent time here in Lawrence, Kansas, and…

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Spring into March with these live music events!

We know there’s a certain “madness” happening with sports this month, but we’ll be following along with a different madness in the music scene. March is full of music events as Spring starts to creep in. There’s gentle bluegrass, hip-hop, and even a two-day rock-and-roll extravaganza. So let’s dive…

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Hometown Happenings: March in Lawrence

Is it safe to come out of the house yet? Is the cold weather gone?? Probably not, but sunnier days are on the way! This month, we’re starting to see festival-like fun return as the temperatures start to warm up. Is the snow done? Probably not. But we love to fill our Spring days with music, dancing…

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