Ongoing

Meadowlark Music Together

Fun family-style music and movement classes for newborns through Kindregarten age children and their parents or caregivers. Two locations, daytime and evening classes. To enroll, visit meadowlarkmusictogether.com or call 785-841-4468. Taught by Karen Abraham, licensed Music Together director and Music Therapist.

Child Safety Seat Inspections

Lawrence Memorial Hospital Community Education

These free inspections are sponsored by the Sake Kids of Douglas County Coalition.  Call Connect Care at (785) 749-5800 for more information. In addition to the check lanes listed below, appointments can be made at designated times each month. Please have your child’s safety seat already installed upon arrival, and then it will be inspected and adjusted if needed.


Tuesday, March 2

Toddler Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

9:30 & 10:30 a.m., for 2 year olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays and songs for the very young. Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Library Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

10:30 a.m, aimed at 3 and up, but all ages are welcome! Stories told through books, flannel board, story clothesline and Big Books, followed by a simple craft based on the theme. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Wednesday, March 3

Books & Babies

Lawrence Public Library

9:30, 10:00, and 10:30 a.m., for 8-23 month olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays, songs, poems, and ideas to take home! Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Spanish/ English Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

4-4:30 p.m., Stories in both languages for all ages, with a vocabulary sheet to take home. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Thursday, March 4

Library Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

7 p.m., aimed at 3 and up, but all ages are welcome! Stories told through books, flannel board, story clothesline and Big Books, followed by a simple craft based on the theme. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Toddler Tales

Lawrence Public Library

7 p.m., storytime for 18 to 36-month-olds and their families!  Books, rhymes, music, and more for toddlers and their caregivers. Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Friday, March 5

Toddler Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

9:30 & 10:30 a.m., for 2 year olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays and songs for the very young.  Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Library Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

10:30 a.m., aimed at 3 and up, but all ages are welcome! Stories told through books, flannel board, story clothesline and Big Books, followed by a simple craft based on the theme. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Buck Night!

Indoor Aquatic Center

5:00-7:45 pm.  The first Friday of each month is Buck Night, where from 5:00-7:45 pm, everyone swims for only $1 per person!

www.lprd.org


Saturday, March 6

Spring Arts and Crafts Festival

Douglas County Fairgrounds Building #21

All Ages. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.  Cost - free

www.lprd.org


Sunday, March 7

Family Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

3:30 pm, for all ages. Stories followed by a simple craft. Spend a bit of family time at the Library! Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Tuesday, March 9

Music Time!

Lawrence Public Library

10:30 a.m., featuring Bob Lominska. Music and action for all ages! Free, in the Auditorium, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Wednesday, March 10

Spanish/ English Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

4-4:30 p.m., Stories in both languages for all ages, with a vocabulary sheet to take home. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Books & Babies

Lawrence Public Library

9:30, 10:00, and 10:30 a.m., for 8-23 month olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays, songs, poems, and ideas to take home! Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Thursday, March 11

Library Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

7 p.m., aimed at 3 and up, but all ages are welcome! Stories told through books, flannel board, story clothesline and Big Books, followed by a simple craft based on the theme. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Friday, March 12

Music Time!

Lawrence Public Library

10:30 a.m., featuring Bob Lominska. Music and action for all ages. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Sunday, March 14

Grandparents Day

Indoor Aquatic Center

Make swimming a full-family affair! From 1:00 to 5:45 pm, Grandma and Grandpa swim for free at the Indoor Aquatic Center when accompanied by a grandchild.

 www.lprd.org

Family Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

3:30 pm, for all ages. Stories followed by a simple craft. Spend a bit of family time at the Library! Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org


Monday, March 15 (Spring Break)

Spring Break Hours

Indoor Aquatic Center

1:00 pm.  During Lawrence Spring Break, the leisure pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center will be open every day from 1:00-7:45 pm.  Carl Knox Natatorium will be closed over the break. For more information on hours and prices, call 832-SWIM.

  www.lprd.org


Tuesday, March 16 (Spring Break)

Library Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

10:30 a.m., , stories told through books, flannel board, story clothesline or Big Books, followed by a simple craft based on the theme. Aimed at 3 and up, but all ages are welcome! Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Toddler Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

9:30 & 10:30 a.m., for 2 year olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays and songs for the very young. Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Spring Break Hours

Indoor Aquatic Center

1:00 pm.  During Lawrence Spring Break, the leisure pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center will be open every day from 1:00-7:45 pm.  Carl Knox Natatorium will be closed over the break. For more information on hours and prices, call 832-SWIM.

  www.lprd.org


Wednesday, March 17 (Spring Break)

Books & Babies

9:30, 10:00, and 10:30 a.m., for 8-23 month olds and their families. Stories, fingerplays, songs, poems, and ideas to take home! Free, in the Auditorium, 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Spanish/ English Storytime

Lawrence Public Library

4-4:30 p.m., Stories in both languages for all ages, with a vocabulary sheet to take home. Free, in the Children’s Room, 707 Vermont. 785-843-3833, ext. 117. www.lawrencepubliclibrary.org

Rowan!

Lawrence Public Library

7:00 p.m. Celtic music from the heartland. Multi-talented musicians, crystal clear vocals, Celtic dance instruction! This is an event for adults, teens and kids, with lots of audience action. In the Auditorium.

Spring Break Hours

Indoor Aquatic Center

1:00 pm.  During Lawrence Spring Break, the leisure pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center will be open every day from 1:00-7:45 pm.  Carl Knox Natatorium will be closed over the break. For more information on hours and prices, call 832-SWIM.

  www.lprd.org

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Downtown Lawrence

Free.  1:00 pm. Begins at 11th & Massachusetts St.  Annual parade featuring floats, bands bagpipers and the St. Patrick's Day Queen and her court.


Thursday, March 18 (Spring Break)

Spring Break Hours

Indoor Aquatic Center

1:00 pm.  During Lawrence Spring Break, the leisure pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center will be open every day from 1:00-7:45 pm.  Carl Knox Natatorium will be closed over the break. For more information on hours and prices, call 832-SWIM.

  www.lprd.org


Friday, March 19 (Spring Break)

Spring Break Hours

Indoor Aquatic Center

1:00 pm.  During Lawrence Spring Break, the leisure pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center will be open every day from 1:00-7:45 pm.  Carl Knox Natatorium will be closed over the break. For more information on hours and prices, call 832-SWIM.

  www.lprd.org


Tuesday, March 23

Child/Adult Movement and Music

Lawrence Arts Center

Family Classes.  The following child/adult classes offer special opportunities for family members to create together! Enroll and come to class with your child or children.

This class offers a special experience for you and your child to play together. Our talented instructor, Janice Griffin, has a degree in music and a wealth of experience with children. Activities include creative movement, games, songs, fingerplays, exercises and others appropriate to your child’s age and abilities. You and your child will enjoy bells and balls ... rhythm sticks and puppets ... balloons and hoops ... and child-size play equipment. New experiences for the continuing students.

Ages 12-24 months:
DYC12A: Tue, Jan 12-Mar 2 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC12B: Tue, Mar 23-May 11 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am,Fee:?$67 per child/adult duo
DYC13A: Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC13B: Wed, Mar 24-May 12 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo

Ages 2-3 years:
DYC22A: Tue, Jan 12-Mar 2 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC22B: Tue, Mar 23-May 11 (8wks) 9:30-10:30am, Fee:?$67 per child/adult duo
DYC23A: Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC23B: Wed, Mar 24-May 12 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Wednesday, March 24

Child/Adult Movement and Music

Lawrence Arts Center

Family Classes.  The following child/adult classes offer special opportunities for family members to create together! Enroll and come to class with your child or children.

This class offers a special experience for you and your child to play together. Our talented instructor, Janice Griffin, has a degree in music and a wealth of experience with children. Activities include creative movement, games, songs, fingerplays, exercises and others appropriate to your child’s age and abilities. You and your child will enjoy bells and balls ... rhythm sticks and puppets ... balloons and hoops ... and child-size play equipment. New experiences for the continuing students.

Ages 12-24 months:
DYC12A: Tue, Jan 12-Mar 2 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC12B: Tue, Mar 23-May 11 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am,Fee:?$67 per child/adult duo
DYC13A: Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC13B: Wed, Mar 24-May 12 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo

Ages 2-3 years:
DYC22A: Tue, Jan 12-Mar 2 (8wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC22B: Tue, Mar 23-May 11 (8wks) 9:30-10:30am, Fee:?$67 per child/adult duo
DYC23A: Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo
DYC23B: Wed, Mar 24-May 12 (8wks), 10:45-11:45am, Fee: $67 per child/adult duo

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Thursday, March 25

Wiggly Worms and Giggly Bugs: Dance Adventures

Lawrence Arts Center

Ages 3-5.  Dance, leap and twirl as we recreate favorite children’s books about caterpillars, spiders and other creepy crawlers in great stories. An informal performance will presented for family and friends at the end of each session.

DYS14A—Wiggly Worms 1: Thu, Jan 14-Mar 4 (8wks), 3:15-4:15pm, Fee: $73
DYS14B—More Wiggles II: Thu, Mar 25-May 13 (8wks), 3:15-4:15pm, Fee: $73

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Friday, March 26

Dancing Animal Adventures

Lawrence Arts Center

Ages 3-5.  The adventures of Curious George, the books of Eric Carle and other favorite animal stories inspire this delightful discovery class in dance. Using the children’s curious ideas, Cindy will take the children on a unique dance and acting animal adventure.

DYS15B: Fri, Mar 26-May 14 (8wks), 3:45-4:30pm, Fee: $73

www.lawrenceartscenter.com

Integrated Arts for Preschoolers

Lawrence Arts Center

Enjoy the arts and learn — a real variety of creative experiences. Integrated Arts is ideal for your child’s first class away from home, or as a supplement to traditional preschool programs. Play clothes a must! Child must be fully toilet trained. Ages 3-5.

API-1: Fri, Jan 15-Mar 5 (8wks), 1-3pm, Fee: $130
API-2: Fri, Mar 26-May 14 (8wks), 1-3pm, Fee: $130

Enroll at least one week before the start of class sessions and receive a $10 discount!

www.lawrenceartscenter.com

Coloring Outside the Lines

Lawrence Arts Center

This child/adult class allows you and your 2- or 3-year-old to explore the arts together. We will paint and play, and sing and play, and print and play in this hands-on atmosphere. Plan to get messy, so play clothes are a must!

APC-1: Fri, Jan 15-Feb 5 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55(Please call 785/843-2787 to inquire about space availability in this class.)
APC-2: Fri, Feb 12-Mar 5 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55
APC-3: Fri, Mar 26-Apr 16 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55
APC-4: Fri, Apr 23-May 14 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55

Enroll at least one week before the start of class sessions and receive a $5 discount! With adequate enrollment, a 10:45-11:45am class will be added. Fun for the whole family! Include a sibling for $10/day.

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Saturday, March 27

Saturday Coloring Outside the Lines

Lawrence Arts Center

Join us for some good ol’ messy fun! This child/adult class is an excellent opportunity to explore the arts with your child. We’ll explore a variety of creative activities for children ages 2-3. Play clothes a must!

APCS-1: Sat, Jan 23, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-2: Sat, Feb 20, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-3: Sat, Mar 27, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-4: Sat, Apr 17, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18

Enroll at least one week before the start of class and receive a $2 discount! With adequate enrollment, a 10:45-11:45am class will be added. Fun for the whole family! Include a sibling for $10/day.

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Saturday, April 17

Saturday Coloring Outside the Lines

Lawrence Arts Center

Join us for some good ol’ messy fun! This child/adult class is an excellent opportunity to explore the arts with your child. We’ll explore a variety of creative activities for children ages 2-3. Play clothes a must!

APCS-1: Sat, Jan 23, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-2: Sat, Feb 20, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-3: Sat, Mar 27, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18
APCS-4: Sat, Apr 17, 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $18

Enroll at least one week before the start of class and receive a $2 discount! With adequate enrollment, a 10:45-11:45am class will be added. Fun for the whole family! Include a sibling for $10/day.

www.lawrenceartscenter.com

Acting Out Songs and Stories

Lawrence Arts Center

Pre-K+ (ages 4-5). Join us for any or all of the one-week sessions.

Young students have the opportunity to learn the art of “play” on Saturdays. Workshop leaders Ric Averill, Elizabeth Sullivan and/or Amanda Clark will tell stories and help the group act them out with simple costume pieces. Parents are welcome to observe. Limited to 15 students.
TCP1—Wild Things: Sat, Jan 23, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP2—Amelia Earhart and Other Wonderful Women: Sat, Feb 13, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP3—Pirates and More: Sat, Apr 17, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP4—Bunnies and Bandits (bring characters to life based on different hats!): Sat, May 8, 10-11:30am, Fee; $18

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Friday, April 23

Coloring Outside the Lines

Lawrence Arts Center

This child/adult class allows you and your 2- or 3-year-old to explore the arts together. We will paint and play, and sing and play, and print and play in this hands-on atmosphere. Plan to get messy, so play clothes are a must!

APC-1: Fri, Jan 15-Feb 5 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55(Please call 785/843-2787 to inquire about space availability in this class.)
APC-2: Fri, Feb 12-Mar 5 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55
APC-3: Fri, Mar 26-Apr 16 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55
APC-4: Fri, Apr 23-May 14 (4wks), 9:30-10:30am, Fee: $55

Enroll at least one week before the start of class sessions and receive a $5 discount! With adequate enrollment, a 10:45-11:45am class will be added. Fun for the whole family! Include a sibling for $10/day.

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


Saturday, April 24

Kaw Valley Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show

Douglas County Fairgrounds

KIDS:  FREE make & take workshop between 2:00-3:30 both days. 

Bring your favorite WEBKINZ along and create a Mini-Quilt or Keepsake Pillow for your little friend, when accompanied by paying adult ($5 admission at the door.)    www.kawvalleyquiltersguild.org/quilt_show


Sunday, April 25

Kaw Valley Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show

Douglas County Fairgrounds

KIDS:  FREE make & take workshop between 2:00-3:30 both days. 

Bring your favorite WEBKINZ along and create a Mini-Quilt or Keepsake Pillow for your little friend, when accompanied by paying adult ($5 admission at the door.)    www.kawvalleyquiltersguild.org/quilt_show


Saturday, May 8

Acting Out Songs and Stories

Lawrence Arts Center

Pre-K+ (ages 4-5). Join us for any or all of the one-week sessions.

Young students have the opportunity to learn the art of “play” on Saturdays. Workshop leaders Ric Averill, Elizabeth Sullivan and/or Amanda Clark will tell stories and help the group act them out with simple costume pieces. Parents are welcome to observe. Limited to 15 students.
TCP1—Wild Things: Sat, Jan 23, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP2—Amelia Earhart and Other Wonderful Women: Sat, Feb 13, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP3—Pirates and More: Sat, Apr 17, 10-11:30am, Fee: $18
TCP4—Bunnies and Bandits (bring characters to life based on different hats!): Sat, May 8, 10-11:30am, Fee; $18

www.lawrenceartscenter.com


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