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Fally Afani

Fally Afani is an award-winning journalist with a career spanning more than 15 years in media. She has worked extensively in radio, television, newspapers, magazines, and more. Currently, she resides in Lawrence, Kansas, where she works as a music journalist and is the Editor of I Heart Local Music.

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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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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Stay Warm with Lawrence’s Lively Music Scene this February

There’s nothing quite like bunkering down during the coldest month of the year. That doesn’t necessarily mean staying at home. Sometimes you can bunker down at a cozy North Lawrence venue, or stay warm by partying with hundreds of your friends at the bigger venues. Either way, there’s plenty to keep…

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Hometown Happenings: February in Lawrence

I know it’s cold, and there’s nothing I’d rather do than burrow under the blankets with my pets. But let’s put down the remote for a second and look outside. There are so many events happening this month that are sure to get you out and in the community. There are even ways to keep in touch with…

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Step into the New Year with These Concerts

It’s a new year, Lawrence! Just look at us. Be proud of how far you’ve come, it wasn’t easy. We made it through another holiday season with nonstop action and busy live events to attend. This January, you’ll be able to finally go at your own pace. Luckily, the music scene has a plethora of shows to…

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Hometown Happenings: January in Lawrence

Get ready to start the year fresh, Lawrence! It’s time to finally slow down a little after the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. If you’re looking for events to help you recharge, or just come up with new goals for the year, this is the month to do it. We’ve highlighted some of them in this…

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New Year's Eve Concerts

You did it, friends! You made it to the end of 2025! Sometimes it felt like it was dragging along, but sometimes it just flew by! We love to take moments like this to reflect on the past year. What shows did you enjoy the most? Who would you like to see again? The music scene has always been there…

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Hometown Happenings: December in Lawrence

Get excited Lawrence! If there’s one place I like to be during the holiday season, it’s a quirky small town. You want craft fairs? Glamorous big band events? Christmas displays lighting up the sky like the Fourth of July? We’ve got it all. You’ve been warned, this post is OVERFLOWING with holiday…

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