Around Town in September SEPTEMBER Haskell Indian Art Market | September 12–13 | LawrenceOne of Lawrence’s biggest annual events, featuring Indigenous artists, jewelry, pottery, food, music and cultural performances. BC Fashion Show | September 12 | Baldwin CityA fun local event at the Lumberyard Arts Center, with the Baldwin City Chamber listing it for September
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Loaded Caramel Apples This is a fun, easy-to-share treat for a ballgame gathering or any fall day when you’re craving something sweet and crunchy. Ingredients 4 large, crisp apples, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith 1 cup caramel sauce, warmed ½ cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips, melted ½ cup chopped pecans or peanuts ¼
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Your End-of-Summer Lawrence Bucket List August is the perfect time to squeeze in a few more summer adventures before the season changes. Whether you’re new to Lawrence or have called it home for years, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the community around you. Explore the Lawrence Farmers Market Stock up on
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Classic County Fair Apple Pie Congratulations to Anne Warkentine for winning 1st Place in the Douglas County Fair Apple Pie Contest! We want to celebrate her well-deserved ribbon and the arrival of apple pie season with a classic recipe to enjoy. Ingredients 2 pie crusts (homemade or refrigerated) 6–7 apples, peeled and thinly sliced
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JULY 2026 Community Calendar July 4 | Summerfest 2026 Lawrence’s annual Independence Day celebration returns to the Douglas County Fairgrounds from 4:00-10:00 PM. Enjoy live music, food trucks, family activities, entertainers, and a 400-drone light show celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. MORE INFO July 11 | Score Lawrence Soccer Celebration Celebrate the excitement of
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Grilled Zucchini, Corn and Feta Ingredients 2 to 3 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise 2 ears fresh corn, husked 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and black pepper 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Optional: fresh basil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes Instructions Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Brush corn with
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The World Is Headed to Kansas City. Lawrence Is Part of the Story. This summer, the world’s attention will turn to Kansas City as the FIFA World Cup arrives in the region. As the official home base camp for Team Algeria, Lawrence will have a unique connection to the tournament, and people have been wondering
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Grilled Peaches and Cream Simple, warm, and just a little indulgent. This is one of those summer desserts you can pull together quickly when you want something sweet without turning on the oven. Ingredients 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or
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A Note About Moms by Lisa Stofac FeaturingMark Hummel, Kevin Phenix, Lauren Ballard, and Laura Polite Mother’s Day is in May, and it’s a reminder of something most of us already know: moms matter in a way that’s hard to put into words. They shape who we are before we even realize it. They
Lemon Berry Trifle There’s something about a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that makes a house feel more like home, especially this time of year. Whether you’re hosting an open house, a backyard get-together, or just claiming a quiet evening on the patio, this lemon berry trifle delivers the kind of effortless charm we can get behind.
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