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  Thu, Apr 30

  Cottin's Hardware Outdoor Farmers Market / 

  Cottin's Hardware & Rental

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  Apr 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

  Cottin's Hardware & Rental, 1832 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Cottin's Hardware Outdoor Farmers Market EVERY Thursday April-September

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  Thu, Apr 30

  Youth Crafternoon / 

  Lawrence Public Library, Meeting Room B

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  Apr 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  Lawrence Public Library, Meeting Room B, 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Join Trans Lawrence Coalition, Youth and Rainbow Kids and Families for our twice monthly crafting events!

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  Fri, May 01

  Sweet Peas Garden - Parent Child Playgroup PMWS / 

  Prairie Moon Waldorf School

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  May 01, 2026, 9:15 AM – 11:00 AM

  Prairie Moon Waldorf School, 1853 E 1600 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Join Ms Rebecca for a warm and nurturing morning playgroup every Friday here in the Prairie Moon Early Childhood classroom. This class is for children ages birth to 3 years old.

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  Fri, May 01

  The Uninvited Guest: A Maasai Folktale / 

  Lawrence Public Library

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  May 01, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Join us for a 30 minute interactive performance, followed by a simple caterpillar craft activity for kids and families!

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  Sat, May 02

  Lawrence Farmers Market / 

  Lawrence Farmers Market

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  May 02, 2026, 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  Lawrence Farmers Market, 824 New Hampshire St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

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  Sat, May 02

  Leading Causes of Life 5K & Festival / 

  Broken Arrow Park

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  May 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  Broken Arrow Park, 2800 Louisiana St, Lawrence, KS 66046, USA

  Get Active About Mental Health!

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  Sat, May 02

  Spring Artisan Fair / 

  Holcom Park Recreation Center

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  May 02, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  Holcom Park Recreation Center, 2700 W 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047, USA

  Join us in the Holcom Park Rec Center gymnasium (indoors) for a showcase of the finest handmade goods from local artisans.

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  Sat, May 02

  Find the Bison at the Watkins! / 

  Watkins Museum of History

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  May 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  Watkins Museum of History, 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Find the bison and join us in celebrating America’s 250th birthday!

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  Sat, May 02

  Inclusive Playgroup / 

  Speech Solutions

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  May 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

  Speech Solutions, 616 Vermont St Ste B, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

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  Sat, May 02

  Springfest: Block Party at Rick's / 

  Rick's Place

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  May 02, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  Rick's Place, 846 Illinois St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  With food trucks, a local vendor market, kid's activities and more!

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  Sat, May 02

  Color the Sky: A Kite & Culture Celebration / 

  Spencer Museum of Art

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  May 02, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Mississippi St, Lawrence, KS 66045, USA

  This family friendly event provides an opportunity for people of all ages to celebrate Children’s Day, an annual holiday in Japan.

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  Sat, May 02

  Spencer Art Cart: Kaleidoscope Skies / 

  Spencer Museum of Art

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  May 02, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Mississippi St, Lawrence, KS 66045, USA

  Join the Children’s Day celebration happening at the same time at the Spencer Museum of Art, and create a small colorful kaleidoscope.

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  Sun, May 03

  Free State Book Fest-Kids Activities / 

  Lawrence Public Library

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  May 03, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  This brand-new community celebration brings together books, authors, and live music—all in one unforgettable day.

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  Sun, May 03

  Chess at the Library: Youth Edition / 

  Lawrence Public Library Readers' Theater

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  May 03, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

  Lawrence Public Library Readers' Theater, 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of open play with friendly competition!

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  Mon, May 04

  Healthy Futures Town Hall / 

  Lawrence Public Library Auditorium

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  May 04, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  Lawrence Public Library Auditorium, 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

  Join us in a conversation bringing students, educators, experts, and parents together to discuss the risks and challenges our youth are facing today.

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  Mon, May 04

  360 ALLSTARS / 

  Lied Center

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  May 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM

  Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Ave, Lawrence, KS 66046, USA

  A non-stop energy packed urban circus complete with dancing, beat boxing, acrobatics, BMX biking and more, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture.

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  Sat, May 09

  Monarch Watch Spring Open House & Plant Fundraiser / 

  Foley Hall

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  May 09, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  Foley Hall, 2021 Constant Ave, Lawrence, KS 66047, USA

  Join us for Monarch Watch's annual Spring Open House & Plant Fundraiser!

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  Sun, May 10

  Music for MOM (Musicals, Operas, and Movies) / 

  South Park

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  May 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

  South Park, 1141 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA

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