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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 2014
Page
8
Being in a large city like Houston my high school
A student recalls attending a diverse high school in Houston reflecting on cultural mix and city life. The piece emphasizes varied backgrounds, community dynamics, and the impact of urban setting on education. It highlights personal growth through exposure to multiple cultures and ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Growing Older Seminar at Arteria Gallery May 14
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association hosts a free seminar titled Growing Older Isn't for Sissies Make Decisions for Yourself Now so Your Kids Won't Have to Make Them for You on May 14 at Arteria Event Gallery 2161 Quail Creek Drive. Presenters include Dana Lambert Life Transition Resources Barbara Braa CornerBank and Dan Brogren Trust Co of Kansas. The event starts at 430 pm with 415 pm registration and light hors d oeuvres. RSVP by 5 pm today to Caroline Trowbridge at 785-505-3313 or caroline trowbridge Imh.org.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association
Arteria Event Gallery
Quail Creek Drive
Dana Lambert
Overland Park
Just-for-Fun pickleball tourney gathers 30 plus players
More than 30 Lawrence pickleball players gathered at East Lawrence Recreation Center for the 2nd Semi Annual Just-for-Fun Tournament led by Paige Carney. The event featured a round robin format with highly competitive local players and a lighthearted, community atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
East Lawrence Recreation Center
Paige Carney
Lawrence Daily Event Roundup Promises A Full Community Night
A dense schedule across Lawrence lists gatherings from 7 p.m. poetry slams at the Eldridge Hotel and a Pussy Riot documentary at Kansas Union to Voter Registration drives at Free State High School and CASA information sessions. Local groups including League of Women Voters, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Douglas County planning department organize meetings, panels, and public input sessions at venues such as the Kansas Union, Centennial Room, and Lecompton Community Building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire St
Pennsylvania St
Edgewood Park
15Th St
League of Women Voters of
Lawrence
Douglas County
Free State High School
Overland Drive
Big Brothers
Big Sisters of
Ridge Court
Peace Corps
Centennial Room
Kansas Union
Jayhawk Blvd
Lecompton
E. Woodson
CASA
Suite A
the Beerbellies
Johnny's Tavern
Second St
Douglas County Commission
Douglas-County.com
Massachusetts St
Lawrence Music Club
New Horizons Band
First Baptist Church
Kasold Drive
Apple
Douglas County Senior Services
Vermont St
Voice of Lawrence
Eldridge Hotel
Malott
Greg Pelligreen & Friends
Cutter’s Smokehouse and Catering
E. 20Th St
Eudora
Conroy’s
Sixth St
School of Music
KU Jazz Ensemble
KU Jazz Singers
Lawrence Arts Center
KU School of Music
Mike Shurtz
Signs of Life
Lawrence Indian
Liberty Hall
Submit Your Event for the Calendar Listings
Local invitation to submit events for publication by emailing datebook at ljworld.com at least 48 hours before the event. Further information and more listings are available at ijworld.com events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ljworld.com
Ijworld.com
Hospital births for Goetz and McCourt families
Teddy and Shelly Goetz of Lawrence welcome a girl on Monday. Michael and Kim McCourt of Winchester greet a girl on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy and
Shelly Goetz
Lawrence
Michael and
Kim McCourt
Winchester
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Massachusetts Street
Aaron Dougherty
Kansas City
Kan
Skyler Detherage
Lawrence High School
Jacob Katz
Cook
Evan Dunbar
Rsvp Today For
Ken Oliver
Prairie Park School
Michele Haider-Markel
Southwest Airlines
Prairie Park
New York
Evan Jorn
Friends
Friends & Neighbors
P.O
Swarthout
Murphy Hall
Naismith Drive
Wilde
Iowa St
Allen Fieldhouse
Prairie Park Nature Center
Harper St
Drury Place
Alvamar
St. Andrews Drive
Russia
Kansas Room
Cottin’s Hardware
Wells the Traveler
Stewart Ave
Free Independence, Inc
la Parilla
Lawrence Coalition For Peace & Justice
Lawrence Visitors Center
American Legion
Plymouth Congregational Church
Vermont St. Lawrence
ITVM
Bauer Farm Drive
Top City Ramblers
Ferris Bueller
Wakarusa Drive
Wayne & Larry
Clinton Parkway
Bill Self
New West Lawrence
Chase
FBI
Facebook.com
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