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2008-09 Lawrence Visitor Guide is an annual publication of the Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau.
FEATURES 08 EXPERIENCE LAWRENCE
19 SHOPPING
Lawrence is a treat for the senses. Explore the sights and sounds of historic Downtown, the KU campus and Lawrence’s lively arts scene. Expect the unexpected.
The shopping scene in Lawrence is vast and varied. Small specialty shops and large department stores offer anything and everything you might need or want in an atmosphere that’s uniquely Lawrence.
12 EXPLORE DOUGLAS COUNTY Fiery history and rural charm await you in our neighboring towns of Lecompton, Eudora and Baldwin City, just minutes away.
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24 VISIT THE COUNTRY Just a few miles past the city limits, Lawrence and Douglas County offer a hands-on country experience for the farmer in all of us.
Feel the urge to get outdoors? Golf, swim, boat, bird watch, camp or skate. When you’re finished, take a break in one of Lawrence’s 50 parks.
SPECIAL SECTIONS
17 LAWRENCE’S FIERY HISTORY
28 Restaurants
It’s been said that Lawrence was born out of purely political reasons. That volatile past has shaped the community of today.
48 Accommodations
06 Visitor Information Center 32 Calendar of Events 51 Transportation 52 Maps
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Make the Lawrence Visitor Information Center your first stop in Lawrence. The center’s friendly volunteers can help you plan your stay with personal-
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ized assistance. You can also view the film ,AWRENCE &REE 3TATE &ORTRESS and learn about the dramatic history that shaped Lawrence into the vibrant community it is today. The center is located in a renovated Union Pacific train depot at North Second and Locust Streets, just north of Downtown Lawrence across the Kansas River Bridge. An average of 100 freight trains still pass by the Visitor Center each day. The Lawrence Visitor Information Center is also a Sunflower Broadband wireless hotspot.
Other information available at the center includes: s Free 25-minute docudrama film about Lawrence’s fiery history s Quantrill’s Raid, Old West Lawrence, historic cemeteries, historic trails, Underground Railroad self-guided tours s John Brown of Kansas historic tour s Local biking and hiking trail map s Downtown Lawrence Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit information s Haskell Indian Nations University information and historic walking tour s University of Kansas information s Information on Northeast Kansas sites & attractions
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COVER: Picture yourself in Lawrence! PHOTO CREDITS: Lance Greenly, 39; Mark Hutchinson, pp. 21-22; Kansas Speedway, pp. 47; Earl Richardson, pp. 47; Bruce L. Snell, pp. 3, 20; Doug Stremel, pp. cover, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 24, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 47; Mike Yoder, pp. 8; Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau, pp. 12;
LAWRENCE
VITAL STATS Lawrence population:
82,000 (est.)
Douglas County population:
(est.)
Lawrence’s “sister cities:”
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CLIMATE Annual Avg. High Temp:
DEGREES (Fahrenheit) Annual Avg. Low Temp:
DEGREES January Avg. High:
38 / Low: 17
July Avg. High:
90 / Low:
Annual Avg. Snowfall:
21”
Annual Avg. Precipitation:
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LAWRENCE
LOCATION Lawrence is located 45 miles west of Kansas City and 25 miles east of Topeka on I-70 and Kansas Hwy. 10.
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Uniquely inviting, yet cosmopolitan for its size, Lawrence presents a wide array of cultural, educational and entertainment opportunities. For the most current information on exhibits and events log on to visitlawrence.com.
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UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS Founded in 1866, the University of Kansas is a major influence on Lawrence. The campus, situated high on a bluff called Mount Oread, has been acclaimed as one of the most beautiful in the country and is home to more than 26,000 students. Jayhawk Boulevard curves through the heart of the KU campus. Many beautiful and historic buildings stand along this tree-lined boulevard. Just off this beaten path you’ll discover Potter’s Lake, Memorial Stadium and Allen Fieldhouse. Put on your walking shoes and discover the beauty of campus for yourself!
> KU Visitor Center )OWA 3T s s WWW KU EDU VISIT
Find KU information and maps, parking and a campus shuttle service. Open Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Campus tours available by appointment.
> Lied Center of Kansas 3TEWART $R s s WWW LIED KU EDU
This state-of-the-art performing arts facility brings world-class performers to Lawrence. Tickets can be purchased through the box office. Doors open one hour prior to KU Music & Dance performances and two hours prior to Lied Center series events.
> Natural History Museum *AYHAWK "LVD s s WWW NHM KU EDU
The museum’s exhibits focus on the biological diversity of the Great Plains. Exhibits include mammal, dinosaur, reptile and fish fossils and one of the world’s largest dioramas. Living exhibits include a working beehive and Kansas snakes and fish. The museum is home to Comanche, a U.S. Seventh Cavalry horse that survived THE "ATTLE OF THE ,ITTLE "IGHORN AND A FOOT long mosasaur—one of the great “sea monsters� of Kansas. “Bugtown� features live insects and interactive exhibits that explore the world from a bug’s point of view. Museum and gift shop hours: Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., noon–5 p.m. Parking is available north of the Kansas Union. No admission fee, donations accepted.
> Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics 0ETElSH $R ˆ+5 S 7EST #AMPUS s www.doleinstitute.org
The Dole Institute celebrates service and traces a halfcentury of Kansas and American history. Video displays and exhibits celebrate the life of native-son Senator Bob Dole and others who have served our country. A September 11 memorial boasts the world’s largest stained-glass American flag and includes two ten-foot steel columns retrieved from the World Trade Center site. Visitors can also view a multi-screen video “tour� of the legislative process that explains how Congress really works.
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Dole’s personal papers, which comprise the world’s largest congressional collection, are also archived here. The Institute hosts a Presidential Lecture Series, bringing nationally prominent political figures and authors to present public lectures. White glove tours of the archive are available by appointment. Hours: Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., noon–5 p.m.
> Spencer Museum of Art -ISSISSIPPI 3T s s WWW SPENCERART KU EDU
The Spencer’s extensive collection spans the history of European and American art from ancient to contemporary and includes significant holdings of East Asian art. Guided tours, gallery conversations, children’s classes, lectures, workshops and films are available on a regular basis. Docent-guided tours are available for groups of 10 or more and should be scheduled in advance by contacting the museum. Galleries open: Tues.–Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun., noon–5 p.m. Parking is available in the garage north of the Kansas Union. Free admission, donations accepted.
> Spencer Research Library 0OPLAR ,N s s WWW LIB KU EDU
KU’s Kenneth Spencer Research Library houses the Kansas Collection—records and photographs of the region; the Department of Special Collections—rare books and manuscripts in literature, history and natural history; and University Archives. Hours are Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
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> University Theatre .AISMITH $R s s WWW KUTHEATRE COM
University Theatre, in its 84th season, offers an array of classical, musical and contemporary productions featuring student performers. Located in Murphy Hall, the box office is open: Mon.–Fri., 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and one hour prior to performances.
> Booth Family Hall of Athletics .AISMITH $R s
The Booth Family Hall of Athletics recognizes all past KU alumni varsity athletes and coaches. Located inside Allen Fieldhouse, the hall features a meeting space and retail store for KU apparel. Hours: Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
AROUND LAWRENCE > Haskell Indian Nations University and Cultural Center Haskell Indian Nations University is the oldest intertribal university in the United States. Opened in 1884 as an industrial training school for Indians, it has evolved into a university offering associate and baccalaureate degrees. Haskell students come from 35 states and represent 150 tribal nations and villages. The campus is a national landmark. Sites of interest include the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame located in Stidham Union, the Medicine Wheel Totem Pole and the Medicine Wheel Earth Work.
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> The Haskell Cultural Center & Museum
> Lawrence Community Theatre
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The Cultural Center serves as a visitor center for Haskell and features exhibits from the university’s archival and artifact collections. A gallery features student and Native American artwork, and the grounds include a veterans’ memorial and amphitheatre. Tours of the center and campus are available at no charge. Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m. –5 p.m. Haskell Archives research by appointment.
> Hobbs Park Memorial TH $ELAWARE 3T s www.hobbsparkmemorial.org
This public monument, located in historic Old East Lawrence, pays tribute to the vision, perseverance and sacrifices of Lawrence’s founders and early residents. The memorial is a masonry home, constructed in the rebuilding period following the 1863 raid on Lawrence by William Quantrill.
> Lawrence Arts Center .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s www.lawrenceartscenter.com
The Lawrence Arts Center serves the community and region with an extensive calendar of exhibitions, performances and classes available to the public. The center’s two galleries feature exhibitions by regionally and nationally-known artists. The 300seat theatre and two dance studios are home to the professional 940 Dance Company and youth theatre productions. Classes and workshops are offered in fullyequipped studios for drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, photography and printmaking. A sale gallery and gift shop features work by local artists and is open Tues.–Sat. from noon–5 p.m. Open Mon.–Thurs., 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and for special events. Below left: 4HE ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER BRINGS EXHIBITIONS TO ITS GALLERY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FEATURING WORK BY LOCAL AND REGIONAL ARTISTS 2IGHT (OBBS 0ARK -EMORIAL A TRIBUTE TO ,AWRENCE S FOUNDERS WAS RENOVATED IN "ELOW 2IGHT 7ATKINS #OMMUNITY -USEUM WAS ORIGINALLY BUILT AS A BANK AND LATER BECAME ,AWRENCE S #ITY (ALL )TS STUNNING INTERIOR IS lLLED WITH MARBLE ONYX AND HARDWOOD ACCENTS
Enjoy live theatre in an intimate setting in this redesigned church. Celebrating its 30th season, Community Theatre stages six major productions each season ranging from musicals to the latest works by area playwrights.
> Watkins Community Museum of History -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s www.watkinsmuseum.org
The museum houses exhibits and artifacts of the area’s history including a display on the history of basketball. Museum and gift shop hours are Tues., Wed., Fri., and Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Thurs: 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Free admission. Guided tours arranged upon request.
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DOUGLAS COUNTY
BALDWIN CITY s WWW BALDWINCITY ORG
Just 20 minutes south of Lawrence on US 59 Highway, Baldwin City boasts many National Register historic sites and hosts the Maple Leaf Festival each October.
> Baker University s WWW BAKERU EDU
The oldest university in the state, Baker was founded in 1858 by Methodist ministers. 6ISIT THE /LD #ASTLE -USEUM BUILT IN AS THE first university building in Kansas, now housing a collection of local history exhibits. Adjacent to Old Castle are the Kibbee Cabin and Palmyra Post Office, reproductions of buildings that served travelers on the Santa Fe Trail. The Clarice L. Osborne Memorial Chapel is a Gothic revival structure originally constructed in Sproxton, England, in 1864. The chapel was reconstructed on the campus in 1995. The chapel is open to visitors daily 6 a.m.–midnight.
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> Black Jack Battlefield www.blackjackbattlefield.org
The battlefield lies approximately three miles east of Baldwin City along and south of Highway 56. It is the site of the first armed conflict in the Kansas Territory between a free-state militia led by John Brown and a pro-slavery militia led by Henry Clay Pate. Trails lead from the Robert Hall Pearson Park to the historic battlefield and high prairie. Santa Fe Trail ruts can be seen on an 18-acre tract of land near the battlefield. The area offers a picnic shelter and interpretive signage.
> Midland Railway s WWW MIDLAND RY ORG
Kansas’ first railroad south of the Kansas River now provides scenic and historic train rides. The train runs weekends and holidays throughout the summer.
WAKARUSA VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM "LOOMINGTON 0ARK #LINTON ,AKE OR
This small local museum features two permanent exhibits, “The Underground Railroad in Douglas County� and “The First 20 Years,� highlighting the early history of Clinton Lake. Other temporary exhibits focus on local transportation, agriculture and veterinary medicine. Call to schedule a tour.
EUDORA WWW EUDORAKS COM CHAMBER
)N AS THE #IVIL 7AR LOOMED A GROUP OF 'ERMAN emigrants purchased a town site from Shawnee Indian Chief Paschal Fish, Jr., whose young daughter, Eudora, gave this town its name. Lumber from Eudora’s sawmill was critical in rebuilding Lawrence after Quantrill’s infamous attack. Near the southwest city limits are ruts cut into the Kansas prairie by wagons carrying travelers along the Oregon Trail.
LECOMPTON Founded in 1854, Lecompton is located just west of LawRENCE ACCESSIBLE VIA 5 3 (IGHWAY OR )NTERSTATE As the population of Lecompton swelled in the 1800s, settlers, politicians and land speculators dubbed it the “Wall Street of the West.� But as the town grew, so did the territorial conflict. A self-guided walking tour OF ,ECOMPTON IS AVAILABLE AT THE 4ERRITORIAL #APITOL Lane Museum.
> Territorial Capitol/Lane Museum % 7OODSON !VE s OR www.lecomptonkansas.com
In 1856, construction of a capitol was started in Lecompton. In 1865, the state deeded the unfinished
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building to the newly organized Lane University. President Eisenhower’s parents were married in the building in 1885. 4ODAY THE BUILDING IS USED AS THE 4ERRITORIAL #APITOL Lane Museum. It is operated by The Lecompton Historical Society and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open Wed.–Sat., 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
> Constitution Hall %LMORE 3T s www.kshs.org
Some of the most significant events in territorial Kansas’ economic and political history occurred at Constitution Hall. In 1855, Lecompton was designated the permanent and only official capital of the Kansas Territory. )N DELEGATES TO THE ,ECOMPTON #ONSTITUtional Convention met in Constitution Hall to write the Lecompton Constitution, which would have admitted Kansas to the Union as a slave state. The ensuing debate catapulted Abraham Lincoln onto the political stage, further divided the Union and hastened the country toward Civil War. Open Wed.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Free admission. For additional information on Lawrence area attractions, visit us online at www.visitlawrence.com or contact the Lawrence Visitor Information Center, 888-LAWKANS. visitlawrence.com
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Lawrence is your outdoor headquarters for fun. There's so much to do – you'll never want to go home.
Lawrence offers recreation opportunities for everyone and their dog – literally. Hardcore fitness junkies, outdoor enthusiasts, golfers and the family pet alike will find the perfect outlet in Lawrence for their need to get moving. GOLF
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This 18-hole course offers four sets of tees, including tee markers for junior and beginning golfers. Eagle Bend is located east of the Clinton Lake Dam, and amenities include a full-service pro shop, snack bar, driving range, a short iron range, practice putting and chipping greens, club repair and custom club fitting and golf instruction by PGA professionals.
> Alvamar Golf & Country Club #ROSSGATE $R s s WWW ALVAMAR COM GOLF
Experienced golfers are challenged by the championship “parkland-style� 18-hole public course at Alvamar, marked by large greens and flowing fairways. Four sets of tees PROVIDE COURSES RANGING FROM TO NEARLY YARDS
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A nine-hole executive course, open to the public.
HIKING & BIKING Lawrence has been designated a “Bicycle-Friendly Community� by The League of American Bicyclists. Bicycle routes are posted on many city streets, and trails range from the nine miles of hard surface walkways along Clinton Parkway to miles of scenic nature trail in the more than 50 city parks. Hiking and biking trails are also plentiful at Clinton Lake. Mountain Biking trails along the Kansas River are accessible from parking lots located on the north bank of the river, across the Kansas River Bridge. The four-mile Kaw River Mountain Biking Trail has been designated as a National Recreation Trail. A map of hiking and biking trails is available at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center or at www.visitlawrence.com.
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> Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center
> Baker Wetlands Research and Natural Area
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Pool areas feature two water slides, zero-depth children's area, a diving well, an interactive play area and a 50-meter competition area. Adjoining playground, shaded deck space and full concessions area are also part of the center. Open from 1–8:45 p.m. daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Douglas County boasts several excellent bird watching sites. The Baker Wetlands Research and Natural !REA A ACRE AREA WITH ACRES OF VIRGIN WETLAND prairie, offers foot trails and a kiosk and boardwalk located near the north levee in the northwest quarter. Many common and rare species can regularly be seen in the wetlands. Baker Wetlands is open to the public during daylight hours. For more information about notable species in the Baker Wetlands and in Douglas #OUNTY GO TO SKYWAYS LIB KS US ORGS JAYHAWKAUDUBON
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Located in historic South Park, the pool features zerodepth entry, water sprays, fountains and restrooms. /PEN -ON n&RI n P M 3AT n P M EARLY *UNE through mid August.
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The center boasts a zero-depth entry family pool with water slides and children’s play feature as well as a 10-lane, 50-meter competition pool with diving WELL 3HOWER LOCKER ROOMS AND A CONCESSION AREA ARE also available. The facility is fully accessible, and submersible wheelchairs are available. Lap swimming is available Mon.–Fri., 5:15 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–8:45 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5:45 p.m. The water slide, diving area and children’s areas are open Mon.– Sat., 1 p.m.–8:30 p.m.; Sun., 1–5:30 p.m. year round.
> Prairie Park Nature Center
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4HIS ACRE CENTER HOSTS A VAST SYSTEM OF TRAILS BIRD watching area and prairie observatory. The main building houses nine permanent exhibits plus a gift shop. Open Tues.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun., 1–4 p.m. Other bird watching sites include Clinton Lake and the Kansas River. The Massachusetts Street Bridge over the Kansas River in downtown Lawrence lies above the only dam on the river. The waterfall created by the dam makes the river below it free of ice, and between November and March it is often the only open water in the region, attracting bald eagles hungrily watching for fish. They are best viewed early in the day.
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CLINTON LAKE > Clinton Lake Information Center . 2D s
7ITH MILES OF SHORELINE AND surface-acres for watersports, Boating World magazine has named Clinton Lake as one of the 50 best lakes for boating in the country. You’ll find hiking and mountain biking trails, camper hookups, primitive camping areas, picnic areas, fishing platforms, playing fields and a swimming beach in the five developed areas around the lake. The Clinton Lake Information Center offers information about indigenous animals, regional history, nature trails and lake maps.
> Clinton Lake Marina
Clinton Lake Marina, located inside Clinton Lake State Park, provides boat ramps and docks, boat rental and storage, a restaurant and a convenience store with fishing supplies.
> Clinton State Park . 2D s WWW KDWP STATE KS US NEWS STATE? PARKS LOCATIONS CLINTON
> Lone Star Lake % 2D s WWW DOUGLAS COUNTY COM DEPT PW PW?LONESTARTLAKEPARK ASPX
Swimming, fishing, picnicking and camping are available at this beautiful county-owned lake, 10 miles southwest of Lawrence.
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Open all year, KOA offers showers, swimming pool, playground, one-room Kamping Kabins and full-service RV park. The KOA also offers Kansas River Canoes, featuring full and half-day trips on the Kansas River. Camping facilities are also available at Clinton Lake and Lone Star Lake.
Clinton State Park is on the north shore of the reservoir. The park offers 16 boat ramps, eight courtesy docks, separate launch areas for WINDSURFERS PERSONAL WATERCRAFT swimming beach, playgrounds, archery range and six picnic shelter areas. Modern facilities add a touch of comfort and convenience to the park’s 500 campsites. Mountain bike enthusiasts enjoy the 20 miles of trails accessed via the Northshore Trail that runs throughout the park.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages four parks, offering more than 400 campsites and day use facilities. Equestrians enjoy large campsites and easy access to the trails at Rockhaven Park. Bloomington Park offers reservable campsites and group campgrounds, boat ramps, courtesy docks, a swimming 16
beach, playgrounds and reservable picnic shelters. Primitive camping and hiking trails are available at Woodridge Park. Two reservable picnic shelters are available at Overlook Park, located near the Corps of Engineer’s Information Center.
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Lawrence’s 30-acre off-leash park is located at the southeast corner of Clinton Parkway and the Clinton Lake Dam road. The facility includes restrooms, drinking fountains and water for dogs. A second off-leash area is available at Riverfront Park at the intersection of N Second St. and Highways 24 and 40.
> Lawrence Skate Park & Disc Golf
The skate facility boasts a plaza, pyramid, bank ramp, fun box, grind rail, half-pipe and quarterpipe ramps. Also at Centennial Park is a free, 18-hole disc golf course. Scorecards are available at Lawrence Recreation Centers. A second skating facility is located at Deerfield Park, 2901 Princeton Blvd., that also features a quarterpipe, three-sided pyramid, grind box and rails.
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Lawrence’s spirit of perseverance and unwavering community pride was sparked from its outset. It is often said that Lawrence is one of the few cities founded purely for political reasons. The Kansas Territory was opened for settlement in May of 1854. Because of “popular sovereignty,” settlers could decide whether to admit their territory as a slave or free state. Soon after it was opened, abolitionists from New England rushed to Kansas in an effort to settle it as a free state. The group named the town after the financier of their expedition, Amos Lawrence, and named the main street after their home state of Massachusetts. The conflict over slavery grew. In 1861 war broke out, and Kansas chose to enter the union as a free state. Anti-slavery Jayhawkers from Kansas frequently clashed with pro-slavery Bushwhackers from neighboring Missouri. Lawrence was the scene of several bloody encounters. The worst of these occurred on August 21, 1863, when William Quantrill and 400 of his men rode into Lawrence. The raiders entered the city at dawn “to burn every house and kill every man.” They sacked the town for four hours, killing hundreds. The resilient citizens of Lawrence banded together to bury their dead and rebuild. Many of the homes
and buildings constructed after the raid are still in use today. Lawrence’s motto, “From Ashes to Immortality,” is inspired by the efforts of these settlers. Self-guided and iPod tours are available at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center. Tours include: s 1UANTRILL S 2AID s (ISTORIC #EMETERIES OF ,AWRENCE s (ISTORIC /REGON AND 3ANTA &E 4RAILS s /LD %AST ,AWRENCE s 5NDERGROUND 2AILROAD s (OUSE 3TYLES OF (ISTORIC /LD 7EST ,AWRENCE s (ISTORIC /LD %AST ,AWRENCE Lawrence and Douglas County are also part of the newly-enacted Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area. The Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area is comprised of 41 counties in eastern Kansas and western Missouri which seeks to interpret the shared history of the region. For more information, check out www.freedomsfrontier.org.
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Shopping in Lawrence provides an escape from the ordinary with a large number of locallyowned boutiques and galleries to explore.
The shopping scene in Lawrence is vast and varied. Small specialty shops and large department stores offer anything and everything you might need or want in an atmosphere that’s uniquely Lawrence. Shop where history lives! Historic Downtown Lawrence is a feast for the senses. A trip down Massachusetts Street reveals boutiques, galleries and restaurants that exemplify Lawrence. Nestled along tree-lined streets, Downtown is home to more than 100 stores offering cuttingedge merchandise including gifts, clothing, jewelry and artwork—all infused with friendly Midwestern service. Many stores are locally owned, and you’re likely to meet the personalities behind them during your visit. The blend of old and new makes Downtown Lawrence a quintessential destination. As you stroll you’ll notice the Downtown Lawrence Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit and the artwork it brings to the street corners. Many downtown buildings are like works of art themselves, and the entire district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Two-hour free parking is available in lots on Vermont and New Hampshire streets. Parking garages at 10th & New Hampshire and 6th & New Hampshire offer free two-hour parking and metered long-term parking. Other shopping districts throughout town teem with national retailers, discount stores and popular restaurants. Areas to visit include South Iowa Street where many national retailers and nationally-known restaurants, as well as a 12-screen movie theater, are grouped between approximately 31st and 35th Streets. Check out www.visitlawrence.com for more information.
Lawrence Nightlife The nightlife and music scene in Lawrence is like a breath of fresh air. No matter what you're looking for, you're guaranteed to find live music in Lawrence that's miles beyond any radio dial. Relax to the summer sounds of City Band concerts in South Park, witness the future superstars of rock (and see a few who have already made it to the top) at one of downtown Lawrence's bars or clubs or just take a stroll down Massachusetts Street and hear the locals whip up a little street corner spectacular. For a list of venues, check out visitlawrence.com/visitor/entertainment.
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Prepare for adventure as you embark upon a trip down Massachusetts Street, where a leisurely stroll can quickly turn into an exploration of the hidden treasures that make Downtown Lawrence a one-of-a-kind destination. Downtown, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a treasure chest of opportunities for visitors, offering an eclectic assortment of shops, galleries, eateries and historic architecture. The key to Downtown’s appeal lies in the friendly Midwestern service behind the counter. That’s where you’ll find business owners with captivating stories, years of expertise and a genuine interest in the art of customer service.
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SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR & BIKE SHOP
KIZER-CUMMINGS JEWELERS
For more than 30 years, the key to Sunflower’s success has been combining expertise and a friendly attitude with knowledge about bicycles, boats, camping equipment and comfortable outdoor clothing. Dan, Karla, Arthur, Charlie and Harold Hughes look forward to continuing the Sunflower tradition for the next generation.
Ernie Cummings has been helping happy customers select beautiful engagement rings since 1981. First selecting the finest cut, highest quality diamonds, matching them with exciting rings from top designers, then providing the highest level of personal service to care for their treasures of love. Ernie's attention to detail has made him a trusted Jeweler in the Lawrence community for more than 25 years.
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FREE STATE BREWING COMPANY Opened in 1989 as a homegrown eatery, Free State Brewery is an independent restaurant dedicated to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The first legal brewery in Kansas since 1880, Free State upholds the heritage of brewing and offers robust, flavorful foods to match. Proprietor Chuck Magerl was HONORED AS THE +ANSAS 2ESTAURATEUR OF THE 9EAR FOR 7E RE OPEN DAYS A week, so make Free State part of your downtown enjoyment. “Because, without beer, things do not seem to go as well.�
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THE ETC. SHOP
For more than 25 years, Linda and her friendly staff have offered a big city selection in a small town. A Brighton Heart Store, The ETC. Shop has a full line of Brighton handbags, luggage, shoes, jewelry, sunglasses, belts and men’s accessories. Sterling silver and beaded jewelry from around the world fill every corner, and we offer a wide selection of Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home accessories.
928 Massachusetts
WHEATFIELDS BAKERY CAFÉ
Founded in 1995, WheatFields Bakery Café has gained national acclaim for its enchanting selection of artisian breads and European style pastries. The café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner handcrafted from quality ingredients and features local and organic foods.
904 Vermont www.wheatfieldsbakery.com
AU MARCHÉ
Au Marché is a European grocery and gift store that began as a dream while co-owner Lora Wiley was studying in France. Inspired by a French shop selling American goodies like Dr. Pepper & Oreos, Lora decided that one day she would open a store specializing in everyday European treats. Visit Au Marché for French cheeses, German meats, Belgian chocolates, Swedish lingonberries and Dutch stroopwafels! Au Marché also carries a wide array of European soaps and bath products.
WAXMAN CANDLES
If you look behind the counter at Waxman Candles, you are likely to see “Waxman” Bob Werts pouring candles on site. Werts owns one of Downtown’s few factories and has been pouring candles in Lawrence for 35 years.
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931 Massachusetts www.aumarche.com
BUFFALO BOB'S SMOKEHOUSE /VER YEARS AND STILL SMOKINg 3INCE "OBgS SERVES UP (ICKory Smoked BBQ ribs, chicken, turkey, brisket and pulled-pork, all smoked daily. Fresh-cut curly-Q fries are "piled high to the sky" and free with every order. Linda, Rusty, Bob and Katie are proud of their delicious fare. We're open seven days a week, so stop by, say hi and enjoy! We cater too!
719 Massachusetts
GET DOWNTOWN Downtown Lawrence hops all year round with annual traditions and seasonal favorites that make it an ever-changing place to spend a day or night. Annual parades and holiday events pair with weekly happenings like live Brown Bag Concerts each Thursday during the summer and once-in-a-while special activities like block parties and street concerts. Stay on top of all the latest happenings at www.visitlawrence.com.
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This exclusively horse-drawn parade is a holiday season staple. Decorated horses, carriages and wagons ring in the season, and Santa is always the parade’s finale.
Comprised of floats and entries from local businesses, families and groups of friends, this parade is an eclectic blend of serious and silly entertainment, and raises money for a different local non-profit agency each year.
From sunup to sundown, the Downtown Lawrence Sidewalk Sale is a perennial favorite for bargain shoppers from the region.
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Whether you visit Lawrence for its nightlife or arts scene, you owe yourself a visit to the country while you’re here. Working farms dot the landscape of Douglas County—many welcome guests.
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uests to area farms can pick their own produce from crops as varied as asparagus to berries and peas to pumpkins. Other farms offer opportunities to meet a flock of sheep while shopping for a shawl woven from their fleece or sample local wines in tasting rooms that are adjacent to the vines. Each season brings a new variety of crops, and many farms offer products to purchase and activities for children. The Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market brings the farm to town three times per week. The mar-
ket features only local vendors and is open Tues. and Thurs., 4–6 p.m., in the 1000 block of Vermont 3T AND 3AT n A M IN THE BLOCK OF .EW Hampshire St. The Saturday market features live music and a festival atmosphere. Farmers' Market is open early-May through mid-November. For more information about local farms and to learn about the Kaw Valley Farm Tour, held annually the first weekend of October, go to www.visitlawrence.com/visitor/farm_experience.
LEGEND of the KANSAS JAYHAWK T
he term “Jayhawk� was used as early as 1849, when a party of pioneers crossing what is today Nebraska called themselves “The Jayhawkers of ‘49.� It’s believed they took the name from a combination of two birds that were familiar in the West–the hawk and the blue jay. The word “Jayhawk� was first used in Kansas in about 1858. It was associated with the Free Staters, who robbed, looted and were generally lawless. But during the Civil War, it took on new meaning. Dr. Charles R. (Doc) Jennison, a surgeon, used it in 1861 when he was commissioned as a colonel by Kansas Gov. Charles Robinson and charged with raising a cavalry regiment. Jennison called his regiment the “Independent Mounted Kansas Jayhawkers� and later the Seventh Kansas Regiment. During the Civil War, “Jayhawk� became associated with the spirit of comradeship and the courageous fighting qualities associated with efforts to keep Kansas a free state. Following the war, most Kansans were proud to be called Jayhawkers. By the 1890s, birds of one sort or another were used to represent KU on post cards and wall posters. In 1901, the University’s yearbook became known as the Jayhawker. A series of Jayhawks appeared until Hal Sandy, as a KU student, created today’s smiling Jayhawk in the 1950s.
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Philip Glass
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Lawrence has been rated among the top 15 in The 100 Best Small Arts Towns in America by author John Villani.
PHOENIX GALLERY 2008 - 09 “Main Stage� Season A Flea in Her Ear by Georges Feydeau Translated by David Ives
October 3 - 5 & 9 - 11
Street Scene, an opera by Kurt Weil November 7 - 9 & 14 - 15
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock & Willie Gilbert Lyrics & Music by Frank Loesser Originally staged by Abe Burrows
February 27 - March 1 & 5 - 7
Creative Campus Project: Tree of LifeOrigins and Evolution April 24 - 25 Lied Center
Unless noted, all performances are in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre in Murphy Hall 785/864-3982
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Featuring the handmade works of local, regional and national ARTISANS SINCE 0OTTERY blown glass, woodwork, textiles, jewelry and much more. Unique, handmade fine crafts. 919 Massachusetts St. www.phoenixgallery.biz info@phoenixgallery.biz
VISUAL ARTS Raw diamond rings by Todd Reed
DIANE’S ARTISAN GALLERY -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s WWW DIANESARTISANGALLERY COM An American fine craft gallery carrying the work of over 40 local and national artists working in jewelry, art glass, ceramics, wood AND lBER 'ALLERY OWNER WEAVER $IANE (ORNING ALSO USES THE SPACE as her weaving studio where she produces handwoven wearables.
'!,,%29 -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE 6 Gallery in downtown Lawrence, representing nationally known artists, sponsoring group shows based on compelling themes, exhibiting individual artists and offering consulting services for any environment. Original paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture, photography, mixed media, book arts and jewelry are available in a wide range of genre. Ars Longa, Vita Brevis!
LAWRENCE ARTS CENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s WWW LAWRENCEARTSCENTER COM s LARTCTR SUNmOWER COM The Lawrence Arts Center offers something for everyone: s %8()")4)/.3 \ TWO GALLERIES TALKS EVENTS s 0%2&/2-!.#%3 \ DANCE DRAMA MUSIC s %$5#!4)/. \ CLASSES FOR PRESCHOOLERS THROUGH ADULTS
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JEWELRY BY JULIE 7 TH 3T s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE Jewelry by Julie features unique handmade jewelry by metalsmith Julie Kingsbury. Although her work takes center stage, the gallery also presents original paintings, textiles, jewelry and gift items by other local artists.
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BAR & GRILLS Applebee’s .EIGHBORHOOD 'RILL 2520 Iowa St. Applebee’s .EIGHBORHOOD 'RILL 3900 W 6th St. "UFFALO 7ILD 7INGS 'RILL "AR 1012 Massachusetts St. Chili’s Grill & Bar 2319 Iowa St. Conroy’s Pub 3115 W 6th St. Henry T’s Bar & Grill 3520 W 6th St. Jayhawker -ASSACHUSETTS 3T JB Stout’s Sports Bar & Grill 7AKARUSA $R Jefferson’s Restaurant -ASSACHUSETTS 3T Jo Shmo’s -ASSACHUSETTS 3T /LD #HICAGO 2329 Iowa St. 0ADDY / 1UIGLEY S )RISH Pub & Grill 200 McDonald Dr. Pepperjax Grill .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T Quinton’s Bar & Deli 615 Massachusetts St. Set ‘em Up Jacks 1800 E 23rd St. Slow Ride Roadhouse 1350 N 3rd St.
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Wayne & Larry’s Sports Bar & Grill 933 Iowa St.
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich 7 RD 3T
Yacht Club Sports Bar & Grill 530 Wisconsin St.
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich 601 S Kasold Dr.
:IG -AC S 3PORTS "AR 'RILL 1540 Wakarusa Dr.
BREWERIES 23rd Street Brewery 3512 Clinton Pkwy. Free State Brewery 636 Massachusetts St.
BARBECUE "IGG S "ARBEQUE 2429 Iowa St. Biemer's BBQ 2120 W 9th St. Buffalo Bob’s BBQ Smokehouse -ASSACHUSETTS 3T 'RAN $ADDY S "ARBEQUE 913 N 2nd St. Lone Steer BBQ % RD 3T Vermont Street BBQ -ASSACHUSETTS 3T
CASUAL DINING & SANDWICH SHOPS )NGREDIENT 945 Massachusetts St. Jason’s Deli 3140 Iowa St. Jersey Mike’s Subs 1601 W 23rd St. Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich 922 Massachusetts St.
,OCAL "URGER 6ERMONT 3T Panera Bread 520 W 23rd St. Perkins Family Restaurant 7 RD 3T Southern Cuisine 1008 Massachusetts St. The Pita Pit 1011 Massachusetts St. Quiznos Sub 2540 Iowa St. Quiznos Sub 4821 W 6th St. Round Corner Cheese & Salami Shoppe 801 Massachusetts St. Schlotzky’s Deli 2233 Louisiana St. Yello Sub 1814 W 23rd St.
SEAFOOD, STEAK & FINE DINING ,ONGHORN 3TEAKHOUSE 3050 Iowa St. Marisco’s Restaurant 4821 W 6th St. Montana Mike’s Steakhouse 1015 Iowa St. Pachamama’s Restaurant & Star Bar 800 New Hampshire St.
Stone Creek 3801 W 6th St. Ten -ASSACHUSETTS 3T
CHINESE, JAPANESE & THAI Asian Star 1520 Wakarusa Dr. China House 4821 W 6th St. Encore CafĂŠ -ASSACHUSETTS 3T Jade Garden Restaurant 1410 Kasold Dr. *ADE -ONGOLIAN "ARBEQUE 1511 W 23rd St. Jin Shan Buffet 1800 E 23rd St. +ING "UFFET 1601 W 23rd St. Kokoro Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi 601 Kasold Dr. The Orient Vietnamese Restaurant 1006 Massachusetts St. Panda Garden 1500 W 6th St. 0EKING 4ASTE #HINESE 2210 Iowa St. Scarlet Orchid 2223 Louisiana St. Thai House 7 RD 3T Thai Siam Restaurant 601 Kasold Dr.
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Yokohama Sushi Japanese Restaurant 7 RD 3T
Tres Mexicanos Mexican Grill & Cantina 1800 E 23rd St.
Yokohama Sushi Japanese Restaurant 811 New Hampshire St.
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Wa Sushi -ASSACHUSETTS 3T Zen Zero 811 Massachusetts St.
MEXICAN & LATIN AMERICAN Border Bandito 1528 W 23rd St. Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican CafÊ 7 RD 3T Cielito Lindo 815 New Hampshire St. El Matador CafÊ 446 Locust St. El Mezcal 804 Iowa St. El Mezcal 1819 W 23rd St. Ixtapa 2016 W 23rd St. La Familia CafÊ & Cantina .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T La Mexicana 1420 W 23rd St. La Parrilla 814 Massachusetts St. La Tropicana 434 Locust St. On the Border Mexican Grill 3080 Iowa St. 3ALTY )GUANA 4931 W 6th St. Tortas Jalisco 534 Frontier Rd.
Bambino’s at the Grove 1801 Massachusetts St. Genovese 941 Massachusetts St. Paisano’s Ristorante 2112 W 25th St.
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Milton’s 920 Massachusetts St.
Wheat State Pizza 7 RD 3T
Mirth CafĂŠ .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T
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SconeLady's Coffee Shop 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.
Aladdin CafĂŠ 1021 Massachusetts St. Mad Greek Restaurant -ASSACHUSETTS 3T
3IGNS OF ,IFE -ASSACHUSETTS 3T Starbucks -ASSACHUSETTS 3T
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Mediterranean Market & CafĂŠ 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.
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CiCi’s Pizza 2020 W 23rd St.
India Palace 129 E 10th St.
Z’s Divine Espresso 10 E 9th St.
Domino’s Pizza 832 Iowa St.
COFFEE HOUSES & CAFES
Z’s Divine Espresso 1800 E 23rd St.
Glory Days Pizza 4821 W 6th St.
Aimee’s Coffee House 1025 A Massachusetts St.
Godfather’s Pizza 7AKARUSA $R
Bistro Bella & Blue Chip Cookies 3514 Clinton Pkwy.
Gumby’s Pizza 1445 W 23rd St.
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Little Caesar’s Pizza 1410 Kasold Dr.
%INSTEIN "ROS "AGELS 1026 Massachusetts St.
Papa John’s Pizza 918 Mississippi St.
The Fiddle Leaf CafĂŠ, %CONO,ODGE 2222 W 6th St.
Pizza Hut 600 W 23rd St. Pizza Hut 4651 W 6th St. Pizza Hut 934 Massachusetts St. Pizza Shuttle 1601 W 23rd St. Pizza Street 4000 W 6th St. Pyramid Pizza 7 TH 3T
First Watch Restaurant 2540 Iowa St. Global CafĂŠ 820 Massachusetts St. House of Cha 21 W 9th St. J&S Coffee 4821 W 6th St. Java Break % TH 3T La Prima Tazza 638 Massachusetts St.
WheatFields Bakery CafĂŠ 904 Vermont St.
ICE CREAM, DESSERT & BAKERIES Ben & Jerry's 818 Massachusetts St. Cold Stone Creamery -ASSACHUSETTS 3T Dunkin’ Donuts 521 W 23rd St. Great Harvest Bread 6ERMONT 3T Penny Annie's Sweet Shoppe 845 Massachusetts St. Munchers Bakery 925 S Iowa St. Ricetta Chocolate 1 Riverfront Plaza Sheridan's Frozen Custard 2030 W 23rd St. Sylas & Maddy's Homemade Ice Cream 1014 Massachusetts St. Yummy’s Over the Top &ROZEN 9OGURT 1119 Massachusetts St. visitlawrence.com
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CHURCHES Lawrence is home to more than 80 churches representing a variety of faiths and denominations. For additional information, log on to lawrenceks.areaconnect. COM CHURCHES HTM FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2415 Clinton Pkwy. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages: 9:40 a.m. Email: Fpcadministrator@sunflower.com www.firstpreslawrence.org
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REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH 2700 Lawrence Ave. School Year Services: 8:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Study: 9:45 a.m. Memorial Day-Labor Day Services: Sunday, A M 7EDNESDAY P M Sunday School & Bible Study: 10:15 a.m. Email: rlclks@yahoo.com www.redeemer-lawrence.org
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS *denotes annual events
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*Lawrence Farmers’ Market
Quantrill’s Raid Walking Tour
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; Saturdays 7 a.m.–11 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Vermont St, between 10th & 11th St. Saturdays: New Hampshire St., between 8th and 9th St. 785-331-4445
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!UGUST Downtown Lawrence Film Festival presents Key Largo Outdoor film screenings of classic film noir offerings. P M s TH .EW (AMPSHIRE s DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM
!UGUST n *Civil War on the Western Frontier Living history events that focus on historic Lawrence and Douglas County during the early Territorial days and the Civil War. 4IMES VARY BY EVENT s 3ITES THROUGHOUT ,AWRENCE s
!UGUST n A Song on the Wind A fictionalized account of events in Lawrence during the time of Quantrill’s raid.
!UGUST Downtown Lawrence Film Festival presents Dark Command Screenings of classic film noir offerings in an outdoor setting. P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE TH .EW (AMPSHIRE DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM
!UGUST *Lied Center Annual Free Outdoor Concert & Family Arts Festival &EATURING 0ETER /STROUSHKO 4HE (EARTLAND "AND P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s LIED KU EDU
!UGUST n *Busker Fest 2008 A two-day festival of street performers in historic Downtown Lawrence 4HROUGHOUT $AY s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM
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This exhibition considers how time is manifested visually in art and material culture from around the world.
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!UGUST *State Fiddling & Picking Championships
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!UGUST n Tour Historic Lecompton n P M s 4ERRITORIAL #APITAL -USEUM % 7OODSON ,ECOMPTON 785-887-6148
!UGUST KU Football: KU vs. Florida International -EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T s
!UGUST Historic Downtown Lawrence Walking Tour A M s $EPARTS FROM &ARMER S -ARKET .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM s !DVANCE RESERVATIONS PREFERRED
"ELOW LEFT RIGHT 4HE +ANSAS 3TATE &IDDLING 0ICKING COMPETITION IS HELD EACH !UGUST IN ,AWRENCE s 4HE $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE &ARMER S -ARKET FEATURES MORE THAN VENDORS AND LIVE MUSIC EACH WEEK FROM !PRIL THROUGH .OVEMBER s ,ECOMPTON S HISTORIC SITES INTERPRET THE AREA S TERRITORIAL PERIOD
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September 14, 2008 *29th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival !LL $AY s 3OUTH 0ARK -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s
September 14–19, 2008 Fundamental Images-Recent Work by Michael Hager 'ALLERY (OURS s +5 3CHOOL OF &INE !RTS 4HIRD &LOOR OF THE !RT AND $ESIGN "UILDING s
September 19, 2008 KU Department of Music & Dance Collage Concert P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
3EPTEMBER n /CTOBER All Shook Up -USICAL COMEDY FEATURING %LVIS SONGS AND ROCK @N ROLL Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2:30 p.m. ,AWRENCE #OMMUNITY 4HEATRE .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LCTKS AOL COM
September 20, 2008 KU Football: KU vs. Sam Houston State -EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T s
September 20–December 21, 2008 Wendell Castle: About Time !MERICAN FURNITURE ARTIST AND SCULPTOR 7ENDELL #ASTLE A +5 ALUMNUS INSTALLS lVE OF HIS CLOCKS IN THE MUSEUM S #ENTRAL #OURT .ATIVE !MERICAN ART AND DANCE IS HIGHLIGHTED AT THE ANNUAL (ASKELL )NDIAN !RT -ARKET 3EPT
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September 21, 2008 3EPTEMBER n/CTOBER 6 Gallery Exhibit “Language� 4HURSDAYn3UNDAY NOONn P M s 'ALLERY -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s GALLERY SUNmOWER COM
3EPTEMBER KU Football: KU vs. Louisiana Tech
"ASED ON -ARGERY 7ILLIAMS BOOK THIS IS A CLASSIC TALE ABOUT THE enduring power of love. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
September 22–28, 2008 The King Stag
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Laurie Anderson “Homeland� Critically acclaimed experimental performance artist. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
September 13–14, 2008 *Haskell Indian Art Market 4WO DAY OUTDOOR MARKET FEATURING .ATIVE !MERICAN ARTISTS FROM around the country. Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (ASKELL )NDIAN .ATIONS 5NIVERSITY TH -ASSACHUSETTS s
September 13, 2008 Ensemble Galilei with NPR’s Neal Conan -ULTIMEDIA COLLABORATION WITH NARRATION BY .02 S .EAL #ONAN P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
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3EPTEMBER n/CTOBER *Lawrence Public Library Fall Book Sale ,AWRENCE 0UBLIC ,IBRARY 6ERMONT 3T s WWW LAWRENCE LIB KS US
3EPTEMBER Alexander String Quartet and Branford Marsalis 2ENOWNED FOR ITS EXTRAORDINARY INTERPRETATIONS OF INCREDIBLE CLASSICAL COMPOSERS !31 WITH THREE TIME 'RAMMY !WARD WINNER "RANFORD -ARSALIS P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
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September 27, 2008
October 11, 2008
*2nd Annual River Reading Festival
KU Football: KU vs. Colorado
The daylong celebration of reading will bring together dozens of authors and performers, most of whom have strong connections TO +ANSAS
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September 30, 2008 KU Symphony Orchestra 0RESENTED BY +5 $EPARTMENT OF -USIC $ANCE P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
/CTOBER n A Flea in Her Ear 'EORGES &EYDEAU S BEST KNOWN FARCE IS A HILARIOUS ADVENTURE IN classic comedy. P M s #RAFTON 0REYER 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R CJENKINS KU EDU
October 4, 2008 First Saturday Players 4HE &IRST 3ATURDAY 0LAYERS PRESENT THEATRE FOR THE VERY YOUNG
October 12, 2008 Brasil Guitar Duo South American Virtuosity One of the world’s pre-eminent guitar ensembles. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
October 24, 2008 *Downtown Gallery Walk 0ARTICIPATING GALLERIES AND THE ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER STAY OPEN TO the public, featuring special exhibitions and demonstrations and fesTIVITIES -APS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING VENUES INCLUDING THE ,AWRENCE Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire. n P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE -ASSACHUSETTS 3TREET AND 6ICINITY 785-856-1155
October 24–November 27, 2008 6 Gallery Exhibit “Activism & Dissent� 4HURSDAYn3UNDAY .OONn P M s 'ALLERY -ASSACHUSETTS 3T OR GALLERY SUNmOWER COM
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7ASHINGTON )RVING S GREAT GHOSTLY TALE COMES TO LIFE FOR KIDS of all ages.
*Nordic Heritage Festival %XPERIENCE 3CANDINAVIAN CULTURE THROUGH FOOD ARTS CRAFTS genealogy, music and dance.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
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October 4, 2008 Revolution: Sweat. Dance. Rock & Roll. This high-energy multimedia performance incorporates tap dance AND LIVE ROCK
4HE +AW 6ALLEY &ARM 4OUR PROVIDES A GLIMPSE INTO THE INNER WORKINGS OF LOCAL FARMS WITH SPECIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY /CTOBER
P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
/CTOBER n *Annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour 4OUR WORKING FARMS THROUGHOUT THE AREA A M n PM s &ARMS THROUGHOUT THE +AW 2IVER 6ALLEY WWW VISITLAWRENCE COM FARMTOUR
/CTOBER n *36th Annual Antique Car Show $OUGLAS #OUNTY &AIRGROUNDS ST (ARPER s
October 7, 2008 Jazz Ensembles I, II, & III P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
October 10, 2008 A Quarreling Pair by Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company This company has a long history of exploring a number of charged and controversial themes through movement, music and dance. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
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/CTOBER KU Football: KU vs. Texas Tech (Homecoming) -EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T s
/CTOBER *Downtown Lawrence Fall Bazaar 4HIS OPEN AIR MARKET WILL FEATURE NEW FALL MERCHANDISE displayed outside. A M n P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM
/CTOBER n *14th Annual Lawrence ArtWalk 2008 A two-day self-guided tour of Lawrence artists’ studios and other art spaces. 4HROUGHOUT ,AWRENCE s INFO LAWRENCEARTWALK ORG
/CTOBER n*UNE Return to Antiquity: The Presence of the Past in the Arts of East Asia A thematic presentation of the Spencer’s permanent holdings in the ARTS OF #HINA +OREA AND *APAN 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT (OURS s 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT -ISSISSIPPI 3T SPENCERART KU EDU
4HE *AYHAWK AND "ABY *AY MASCOTS ARE CROWD FAVORITES AT +5 ATHLETICS EVENTS
/CTOBER n*ANUARY Toy Stories: Souvenirs from Korean Childhood 4HIS EXHIBITION FEATURES MORE THAN VIBRANTLY COLORED +OREAN ACTION lGURES ROBOTS MINIATURE TANKS AND PAPER DOLLS FROM THE S and 80s. 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT (OURS s 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT -ISSISSIPPI 3T SPENCERART KU EDU
/CTOBER The Harlem Quartet - A Sphinx Ensemble 4HIS ALL "LACK AND ,ATINO STRING QUARTET IS DEDICATED TO ADVANCING diversity in classical music. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
October 31, 2008 Halloween Concert and Costume Contest
Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra #ELEBRATING THE !MERICAN *EWISH $IASPORA PERFORMING WORKS BY %RICH 7ALTER 3TERNBERG ,EONARD "ERNSTEIN AND !ARON #OPLAND P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
.OVEMBER n n Street Scene +URT 7EILL S CONTEMPORARY !MERICAN OPERA IS JOINTLY PRESENTED BY THE 5NIVERSITY 4HEATRE AND +5 $EPARTMENT OF -USIC AND $ANCE #RAFTON 0REYER 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R s CJENKINS KU EDU
November 7–8, 2008
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October 31, 2008
This production by and for young people is presented in cooperation WITH THE 'A$U'I 3AFE #ENTER
*Downtown Lawrence Halloween Trick-or-Treat Downtown merchants greet children with sweet treats and (ALLOWEEN TRINKETS P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s DIRECTOR DOWNTOWNLAWRENCE COM
October 31, 2008 Halloween Ghost Stories 7RAP UP THE TRICK OR TREATING FESTIVITIES WITH A SPECIAL CONCERT FOR young people ages 10 and up. P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T LACDRAMA SUNmOWER COM
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November 9, 2008 Soweto Gospel Choir - African Spirit A 26-member vocal ensemble, performing in five of South Africa’s 11 official languages. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
November 12, 2008 Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
KU Football: KU vs. Kansas State
4HIS HIGH CONCEPT INTERPRETATION OF 3WEENEY 4ODD THE $EMON "ARBER of Fleet Street is a 2005 revival of Stephen Sondheim’s original 1979 musical.
-EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T s
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November 1, 2008
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.OVEMBER
November 29, 2008
KU Football: KU vs. Texas
*Bizarre Bazaar
-EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T s
Annual event features more than 100 local and area artists.
.OVEMBER
A M n P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T 785-843-2787
Lawrence Children’s Choir Tour Choir and Choristers P M s &REE 3TATE (IGH 3CHOOL /VERLAND $R s LCCEXECDIRECTOR AOL COM
November 20–21, 2008 University Dance Company Performance P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
November 23, 2008 *Annual Holiday Bazaar +ICK OFF THE (OLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON AND DISCOVER CREATIVE HANDMADE GIFTS CRAFTS AND BAKED GOODS A M n P M s #OMMUNITY "UILDING TH 6ERMONT 3T s
.OVEMBER n$ECEMBER Fluid Art 2008—Work from the Department of Art Performance Art Class 'ALLERY (OURS s +5 3CHOOL OF &INE !RTS 4HIRD &LOOR OF THE !RT AND $ESIGN "UILDING *AYHAWK "LVD s
November 28, 2008
December 1–4, 2008 *Festival of Trees !NNUAL DISPLAY OF UNIQUELY DECORATED CHRISTMAS TREES !UCTION BENElTS 4HE 3HELTER )NC -ON $EC A M n P M 4UES $EC VIEWING A M n P M AUCTION at 7 p.m.; Wed., Dec. 3, 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Thurs., Dec 4, 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m. ,IBERTY (ALL -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s
December 2–7, 2008 Book of Days The University Theatre presents Lanford Wilson’s contemporary drama that addresses the recent rise of the Christian right in the United States. )NGE 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R s CJENKINS KU EDU
$ECEMBER n&EBRUARY 6 Gallery Exhibit “Desire� 4HURSDAYn3UNDAY .OONn P M s 'ALLERY -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s GALLERY SUNmOWER COM
*Historic Downtown Lawrence Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony
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*OIN US AS 3ANTA IS hRESCUEDv FROM THE ROOFTOP OF 7EAVER S $EPARTment Store by the Lawrence Fire Department.
!NNUAL FESTIVAL FEATURING OVER UNIQUE NATIVITY SETS FROM AROUND the world.
P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE s TH -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s
.OONn P M s #ENTENARY 5NITED -ETHODIST #HURCH TH %LM 3T 785-843-1756
November 28–30; Dec. 4–7 & 11–14, 2008 A Christmas Story ! STAGE ADAPTATION OF THE CLASSIC *EAN 3HEPHERD HOLIDAY MOVIE Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2:30 p.m. ,AWRENCE #OMMUNITY 4HEATRE .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LCTKS AOL COM
*Festival of Nativities
$ECEMBER *Downtown Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade Features exclusively horse-drawn carriages, wagons and coaches decorated for the season. Santa is the parade’s grand finale. A M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE TH -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s
Below left: 4HE $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE /LD &ASHIONED #HRISTMAS 0ARADE IS HELD ANNUALLY ON THE lRST 3ATURDAY OF $ECEMBER "ELOW RIGHT 4HE +5 -ARCHING *AYHAWKS ALWAYS ADD TO THE EXCITING ATMOSPHERE OF GAME DAY AT -EMORIAL 3TADIUM ON THE 5NIVERSITY OF +ANSAS CAMPUS
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4HE ,IED #ENTER OF +ANSAS BRINGS A VARIETY OF WORLD CLASS PERFORMANCES TO THE +5 CAMPUS INCLUDING A HOLIDAY TRIBUTE BY THE "OSTON "RASS AND THE 3OWETO 'OSPEL #HOIR THIS YEAR
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December 9, 2008
*Holiday Art Fair
Symphonic Band & University Band
*OIN THE ,AWRENCE !RT 'UILD FOR THEIR !NNUAL (OLIDAY !RT &AIR FEATURING 50 artisans and their fine arts & crafts.
3YMPHONIC "AND 5NIVERSITY "AND PRESENTED BY THE +5 $EPARTMENT OF -USIC $ANCE
A M n P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T 785-979-7039
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$ECEMBER *Arts & Crafts Bazaar Annual holiday event with homemade arts & crafts. A M n P M s $OUGLAS #OUNTY &AIRGROUNDS ST (ARPER 3T 785-843-7058
$ECEMBER First Saturday Players Theatre for the very young (ages 3–6) and their families. P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T LACDRAMA SUNmOWER COM
December 7, 2008 *84th Annual Holiday Vespers (OLIDAY TRADITION FEATURING 5NIVERSITY OF +ANSAS 3YMPHONY /RCHESTRA and choirs performing seasonal music. P M P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
December 7, 2008 *4th Annual Holiday Homes Tour Tour seven homes decorated for the Holidays! The tour benefits the Health Care Access Clinic that provides medical care to the uninsured in Douglas County. .OONn P M s 4HROUGHOUT ,AWRENCE s INFO HEALTHCAREACCESS ORG
December 8–9, 2008 *Annual Printmaking and Ceramics Sale !RT $ESIGN $EPARTMENTS !NNUAL 0RINTMAKING AND #ERAMICS 3ALE 'ALLERY (OURS s +5 3CHOOL OF &INE !RTS 4HIRD &LOOR OF THE !RT AND $ESIGN "UILDING *AYHAWK "LVD s
December 11, 2008 *7th Annual Jazz Vespers 0RESENTED BY THE 5NIVERSITY OF +ANSAS -USIC $ANCE $EPARTMENT P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
December 12–14 & 19–21, 2008 *A Kansas Nutcracker The traditional holiday ballet is reinvented and transports its audience TO S +ANSAS ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LACADMIN SUNmOWER COM
December 13, 2008 Boston Brass & A Stan Kenton Christmas "OSTON "RASS IS JOINED BY 4HE "RASS !LL 3TARS "IG "AND A GROUP OF WELL KNOWN BRASS MUSICIANS FOR A SPECIAL HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE OF ! 3TAN +ENTON #HRISTMAS P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
*ANUARY Stolen Moments: 100 Years of Jazz Metta Quintet plus Special Guests 4HE PERFORMANCE ILLUSTRATES HOW JAZZ RAPIDLY EVOLVED FROM THE SINGLE EXPRESSION OF THE !FRICAN !MERICAN EXPERIENCE TO AN EVER mOURISHING world music that transcends ethnic and cultural boundaries. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
January 23, 2009 *2009 Downtown Gallery Walk 0ARTICIPATING GALLERIES AND THE ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER STAY OPEN TO THE public, featuring special exhibitions and demonstrations and festiviTIES -APS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING VENUES INCLUDING THE ,AWRENCE Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire. n P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE -ASSACHUSETTS 3TREET 6ICINITY s
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*ANUARY Kansas City Symphony - Stern Conducts Mahler
THINKER AN INNOVATOR AND AS ONE OF THE MOST SIGNIlCANT JAZZ performers of all time.
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February 12, 2009
*Annual Kaw Valley Eagle Day Celebrate the return of the bald eagles to the area with presentations on nesting and banding. A M n P M s &REE 3TATE (IGH 3CHOOL /VERLAND $R s
*ANUARY n n &EBRUARY The Queen of Bingo This hilarious comedy features an audience participation bingo game! Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m. ; Sunday 2:30 p.m. ,AWRENCE #OMMUNITY 4HEATRE .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Teaching pre-pubescent brainiacs that winning isn’t everything AND LOSING DOESN T MAKE YOU A LOSER THREE GROWNUPS WHO HARDLY made it to adulthood themselves, perform their official duties at the competition. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
&EBRUARY n The Ice Wolf
January 30, 2009
LAC’s Theatre at the Center presents this great tale of tolerance set in THE NORTHERN LANDS OF THE %SKIMO 0RESENTED IN COOPERATION WITH THE 3PENCER !RT -USEUM
Interpreti Veneziani - Venetian Interpretations
,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LACDRAMA SUNmOWER COM
The ensemble members play original historic instruments and HAVE INDIVIDUAL TALENT AND EXPERTISE AS BOTH SOLOISTS AND BAROQUE ensemble musicians. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
January 31, 2009 *2009 Souper Bowl Saturday Select and buy a handmade ceramic bowl and have it filled with delicious soup!
February 14, 2009 Songs for Sweethearts Dinner with musical cabaret and auction. P M s -ACELI S .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LCTKS AOL COM
February 19, 2009 Wu Man and Friends
February 4, 2009
0ERFORMING SELECTIONS FROM HER ALBUM 7U -AN PAYS HOMAGE TO PLUCKED INSTRUMENT AND EXPLORES THE DICHOTOMY OF THE FAMILIAR AND the foreign with musicians from Uganda and the southern AppalaCHIAN -OUNTAINS
The Great Tennessee Monkey Trial: L.A. Theatre Works
P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
%NTIRELY BASED ON ORIGINAL COURT TRANSCRIPTS , ! 4HEATRE 7ORKS USES the format of live in-performance radio theatre, recreated by a renowned cast of actors.
"ALD %AGLES CAN BE VIEWED AT #LINTON ,AKE AND THE +ANSAS 2IVER $AM DURING THE WINTER MONTHS
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&EBRUARY *Have A Heart—Van Go Valentine Art Show and Sale! n P M s 6AN 'O -OBILE !RTS .EW *ERSEY 3T s MANDY VAN GO ORG
February 8, 2009 Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra (ANDEL S 7ATER -USIC AND MUCH MORE P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s
February 9–11, 2009 Eurydice 4HE 5NIVERSITY 4HEATRE PRESENTS 3ARAH 2UHL S ADAPTATION OF THE CLASSIC 'REEK MYTH P M s 7ILLIAM )NGE -EMORIAL 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R CJENKINS KU EDU
February 11, 2009 Imani Winds Josephine Baker: “A Life of Le Jazz Hot� 4HIS 'RAMMY NOMINATED WIND QUINTET PERFORMS ITS TRIBUTE TO THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF *OSEPHINE "AKER AS A PROGRESSIVE
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February 21, 2009
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February 21, 2009 *Lawrence Chamber Orchestra’s 11th Annual Baroque by Candlelight 2OMANTIC CANDLELIGHT "AROQUE CONCERT FOLLOWED BY A WINE DESSERT RECEPTION P M s 4RINITY ,UTHERAN #HURCH .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s
February 21–May 24, 2009 Climate Change at the Poles: Analysis and Adaptation Analyzing climate change from the perspective of an art museum. 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT (OURS s 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT -ISSISSIPPI 3T s SPENCERART KU EDU
February 22, 2009 940 Dance Youth Concert The Lawrence Arts Center’s professional touring dance company holds a special performance for area youth. P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s DANCE SUNmOWER COM
February 24, 2009 KU Symphony Orchestra P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R 785-864-2787
&EBRUARY n -ARCH n Doubt !WARD WINNING DRAMA BY *OHN 0ATRICK 3HANLEY Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.; 3UNDAY P M s ,AWRENCE #OMMUNITY 4HEATRE .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LCTKS AOL COM
February 27–28, 2009 City Youth Theatre’s Cabaret Showcase P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS #ENTER .EW (AMPSHIRE 3T s LACDRAMA SUNmOWER COM
February 27–March 1 n How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying The University Theatre will stage this two-act musical, written in 1961, which won seven 4ONY !WARDS AND THE 0ULITZER 0RIZE for Drama. #RAFTON 0REYER 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R s CJENKINS KU EDU
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February 27, 2009
March 17, 2009
The Pajama Game
*St. Patrick’s Day Parade
A Tony Award-winning revival of the original "ROADWAY SHOW
!NNUAL PARADE FEATURING mOATS BANDS BAGPIPERS AND THE 3T 0ATRICK S $AY 1UEEN AND HER COURT
P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R 785-864-2787
P M s "EGINS TH -ASSACHUSETTS 3T 4RAVELS NORTH ACROSS THE +3 2IVER "RIDGE 785-749-6677
-ARCH n!PRIL 6 Gallery Exhibit “Old Age� 4HURSDAYn3UNDAY P M n P M s 'ALLERY -ASSACHUSETTS 3T s GALLERY SUNmOWER COM
March 7–8, 2009 Lawrence Youth Ballet Company
P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R 785-864-2787
-ARCH Golden Dragon Acrobats Featuring dramatic stunts, astounding acrobats AND CHAMPION CONTORTIONISTS #HINA S 'OLDEN Dragon Acrobats present feats of strength, SKILL AND ABILITY IN A BALANCING ACT OF DAZZLE AND RISK P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R s LIED KU EDU
3ATURDAY P M 3UNDAY P M s ,AWRENCE !RTS Center, 940 New Hampshire St. LACDANCE SUNmOWER COM
KU Wind Ensemble & the Kansas City Youth Symphony
Branching Systems & Other Trees 4HE -USEUM COLLABORATES WITH +5 S "IODIVERSITY )NSTITUTE IN A SPECIES MIGRATION MAPPING PROJECT 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT (OURS s 3PENCER -USEUM OF !RT -ISSISSIPPI 3T s SPENCERART KU EDU
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%ACH YEAR THE ,AWRENCE 9OUTH "ALLET #OMPANY presents a new and charming ballet based on a favorite fairy tale or children’s classic.
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April 2–4, 2009 University Theatre Production: Anna in the Tropics 7ILLIAM )NGE -EMORIAL 4HEATRE -URPHY (ALL .AISMITH $R s CJENKINS KU EDU
April 4, 2009 Ain’t Misbehavin’ This Waller musical review is a tribute to the MUSIC AND "LACK MUSICIANS OF THE (ARLEM 2ENAISSANCE IN THE S AND S 3TARRING !MERICAN )DOL WINNER 2UBEN 3TUDDARD and 2003 contestant Frenchie Davis. P M s ,IED #ENTER 3TEWART $R 785-864-2787
March 31, 2009 Joy of Singing 0RESENTED BY THE +5 $EPARTMENT OF -USIC and Dance.
April 7, 2009 Philip Glass: An Evening of Chamber Music At once challenging and astounding, with different points of entry and departure for the LISTENER TO NAVIGATE 'LASS IS WIDELY KNOWN FOR his minimalist compositions.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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The 137th Commencement of the University OF +ANSAS BEGINS WITH THE TRADITIONAL PROCESsion of faculty, graduates and dignitaries ALONG -EMORIAL $RIVE DOWN -OUNT /READ and into the stadium. P M s -EMORIAL 3TADIUM TH -AINE 3T 785-864-2700
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June 4, 2009
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*2009 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival
July 12, 2009
Screenings of classic film noir offerings in historic Downtown Lawrence.
*2009 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival
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Screenings of classic film noir offerings in an outdoor setting in historic Downtown Lawrence.
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Crazy For You
July 17, 2009
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!UGUST n *Douglas County Free Fair Live music, carnival, 4-H exhibits, demolition DERBY ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL AND A VARIETY OF races and contests. Douglas County Fairground, 21st & Harper St. 785-843-7058 ext. 115
!UGUST *Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival Screenings of classic film noir offerings in an outdoor setting in historic Downtown Lawrence. P M s $OWNTOWN ,AWRENCE TH .EW Hampshire St.
!UGUST n *Civil War on the Western Frontier Living history events that focus on historic Lawrence and Douglas County during the early Territorial days and the Civil War. 3ITES THROUGHOUT ,AWRENCE s OR www.visitlawrence.com
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In 2005 the League of American Cyclists ranked Lawrence as one of the country’s MOST BIKE friendly towns.
The Kansas Speedway is located just 20 miles east of Lawrence on Interstate 70. NASCAR and the Indy Racing Series events at the 1.5-mile trioval speedway attract thousands of race fans from across the country.
Frommer’s 2007 edition of #ITIES 2ANKED 2ATED declared that Lawrence boasts one of the lowest “stress scores” in the country. That finding, along with strong scores in education, caused the authors to peg Lawrence as the 100th best metropolitan area in the country to live. Lawrence also ranks sixth in the nation for the number of residents per capita who have college degrees.
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Oct. 18-19: Maple Leaf Festival www.mapleleaffestival.com Oct. 17-18 & 24-25: Midland Railway Halloween Train, www.midland-ry.org Nov. 29: Holiday Light Parade
Sept. 7-Oct. 3: Art exhibit Small is Beautiful A fine print invitational featuring artists of the Halfwood Press. Holt-Russell Gallery Sept. 25: Artist and Lecture Series Roy Zimmerman, political satirist, 7:30 p.m., McKibbin Recital Hall Oct. 2: Artist and Lecture Series Giles Vonsattel, concert pianist, 7:30 p.m., McKibbin Recital Hall Oct. 4: Homecoming Oct. 17-Nov. 14: Art exhibit A Life of Hot Glass A retrospective of Vernon Brejchaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career as a glass artist. Holt-Russell Gallery Nov. 6: Artist and Lecture Series Western Wind, 6-voice ensemble 7:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church Dec. 7: Candlelight Vespers 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church
Feb. 1-Feb. 27: Art exhibit 60 Years of Friendship and Painting Selections by Tom Russell, Will Niewald and Bob Sudlow. Holt-Russell Gallery Feb. 10: Artist and Lecture Series Step Afrika, stomp troupe, 7:30 p.m., Rice Auditorium March 3: Artist and Lecture Series David Munnellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Band, 7:30 p.m., Rice Auditorium April 14-24: Art exhibit Juried Exhibition of Baker University undergraduate student art, Holt-Russell Gallery May 15-17: Alumni Weekend
2009 Feb 8: Art Council Chocolate Auction May 30: John Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Battle of Black Jack www.blackjackbattlefield.org Summer TBA: Thomas the Tank Engine June: Baldwin Community Arts Council Art Walk June 20: Planes, Trains and Automobiles July: Baldwin Community Arts Council Art Walk September: Baldwin Community Arts Council, Art Walk Oct. 17-18: Maple Leaf Festival Oct. 16-17 & Oct. 23-24: Midland Railway Halloween Train, www.midland-ry.org
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