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Thursday Sep 3, 2026
Friday Sep 4, 2026
Saturday Sep 5, 2026
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?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Saturday Sep 5, 2026
Sunday Sep 6, 2026
Monday Sep 7, 2026
Tuesday Sep 8, 2026
This monthly event spotlights new and existing members of The Chamber while also allowing time for networking with and introducing yourself to those in attendance.
No matter how long you've been a member, we invite you to grab a hosted coffee and hear from member businesses!
Interested in presenting about your business at a Coffee Connections? Contact Jared Martin, Director of Events, at jmartin@lawrencechamber.com to reserve your spot today!
No matter how long you've been a member, we invite you to grab a hosted coffee and hear from member businesses!
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Categories: Education, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Tuesday Sep 8, 2026
Tuesday Sep 8, 2026
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Wednesday Sep 9, 2026
Wednesday Sep 9, 2026
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Wednesday Sep 9, 2026
The Chamber hosts Government & Community Affairs Luncheons the second Wednesday of each month open to any Chamber member and features speakers on a variety of topics, ranging from voting and elections to affordable housing and economic development.
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Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
Wednesday Sep 9, 2026
The Chamber will hold two new member receptions in 2026 to welcome our new members and offer an introduction to one another, our Chamber Envoys, and our Chamber and EDC Boards of Directors.
Wear your company name tag and bring business cards.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Thank you to our 2026 New Member Reception Presenting Sponsor!
Have you joined The Chamber in the last 12 months and NOT attended a new member reception? Check in with Jared Martin, VP of Membership & Programs, to see if you are eligible to attend! Jared can be reached at jmartin@lawrencechamber.com.
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Categories: Leadership, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Wednesday Sep 9, 2026
Every month our Envoy group meets to network, discuss current intitiatives, and have fun!
What is an Envoy?!
1. Our Envoy committee represents The Chamber in the community.
2. Envoys support local businesses and non-profits and encourage others to do the same.
3. Envoy members attend ribbon cuttings, business after hours, and other Chamber events!
4. This group welcomes new Chamber members and serves as ambassadors for our organization to the business community and the Lawrence community as a whole.
5. Envoys get weekly emails including last minute reminders for events, upcoming event agendas, and more!
Who Can Join?!
Any employee of a Chamber member business can join the Envoy Committee! It?s a free benefit to members, with the option to purchase an Envoy name tag for a small fee.
Interested in joining? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com today!
Special thanks to our 2024 Envoy Tri-Chairs Secily Rees at Envista Credit Union, Audra Fussell at Truity Credit Union and Todd Chapple at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas!
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Categories: Networking, Public & Community
Thursday Sep 10, 2026
Thursday Sep 10, 2026
Thursday Sep 10, 2026
Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate new Chamber member, Regain Functional Medicine + Aesthetics!
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Friday Sep 11, 2026
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Saturday Sep 12, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Saturday Sep 12, 2026
Sunday Sep 13, 2026
Tuesday Sep 15, 2026
Please join us for the 2027 Leadership Lawrence Class Announcement Reception!
Mix and mingle with the new class and other Leadership Lawrence alumni.
In order to appropriately execute the event, pre-registration is required. Thank you for your participation.
The class announcement and ceremony will take place at 6pm
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Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
Wednesday Sep 16, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Thursday Sep 17, 2026
Our mission: create an approachable and comprehensive space to learn, connect, and build together a powerful business community strengthened by the invaluable connections and knowledge gained.
The Empowerment Expo will be comprised of breakout sessions each with various topics, hosted lunch, and plenty of worthwhile connections to gain.
This event is open to the public and registration is now open!
**The Chamber has invested into complimentary Bluetooth earbuds and will gladly provide them to those utilizing translation services on their devices.
***If you need accommodations due to dietary needs, mobility, language, etc. please contact The Chamber at (785) 865-4411 or Info@LawrenceChamber.com prior to the event.
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Thursday Sep 17, 2026
Join us on Thursday, September 17 from 4pm to 6pm for The Chamber's Business After Hours mixer hosted by The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton!
Raise a stein for an evening of German beer, Bavarian-inspired cuisine, festive music, and great company on the 5th Floor Terrace (weather permitting). PROST!
Parking is available in the garage entrance just north of 12th and Indiana.
Business After Hours mixers are always free and open to all Chamber members and guests. No reservations required to attend.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Thursday Sep 17, 2026
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Friday Sep 18, 2026
Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate new Chamber member and new business Bricks & Minifigs Lawrence.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
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Saturday Sep 19, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
Saturday Sep 19, 2026
Monday Sep 21, 2026
Family Promise Golf Tournament 2026
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Categories: Public & Community
Wednesday Sep 23, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Thursday Sep 24, 2026
Join The Chamber as we cut a ribbon to celebrate a new Chamber member and business here in Lawrence, The Castle on Mass!
Stick around after the ribbon cutting for hosted snacks, refreshments, and enjoyment.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Friday Sep 25, 2026
Mental Health First Aid live, virtual one-day session
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Categories: Education, Public & Community
Saturday Sep 26, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Saturday Sep 26, 2026
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Wednesday Sep 30, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Thursday Oct 1, 2026
Thursday Oct 1, 2026
Friday Oct 2, 2026
Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member, Douglas County Historical Society.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Friday Oct 2, 2026
Habitat Women Build Gala
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Saturday Oct 3, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
Tuesday Oct 6, 2026
Turnstile, the Grammy-winning rock group, will be joined by Slayyyter and Die Spitz in the return of the revered concert experience Day on The Hill, at the Univ
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Categories: Public & Community
Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
The Chamber invites current members and the public for a luncheon as we welcome the new City Manager, Majed Al-Ghafry, to Lawrence. We look forward to the conversation as he looks to the future.
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Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
Every month our Envoy group meets to network, discuss current intitiatives, and have fun!
What is an Envoy?!
1. Our Envoy committee represents The Chamber in the community.
2. Envoys support local businesses and non-profits and encourage others to do the same.
3. Envoy members attend ribbon cuttings, business after hours, and other Chamber events!
4. This group welcomes new Chamber members and serves as ambassadors for our organization to the business community and the Lawrence community as a whole.
5. Envoys get weekly emails including last minute reminders for events, upcoming event agendas, and more!
Who Can Join?!
Any employee of a Chamber member business can join the Envoy Committee! It?s a free benefit to members, with the option to purchase an Envoy name tag for a small fee.
Interested in joining? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com today!
Special thanks to our 2024 Envoy Tri-Chairs Secily Rees at Envista Credit Union, Audra Fussell at Truity Credit Union and Todd Chapple at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas!
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Categories: Networking, Public & Community
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Saturday Oct 10, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
Tuesday Oct 13, 2026
This monthly event spotlights new and existing members of The Chamber while also allowing time for networking with and introducing yourself to those in attendance.
No matter how long you've been a member, we invite you to grab a hosted coffee and hear from member businesses!
Interested in presenting about your business at a Coffee Connections? Contact Jared Martin, Director of Events, at jmartin@lawrencechamber.com to reserve your spot today!
No matter how long you've been a member, we invite you to grab a hosted coffee and hear from member businesses!
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Categories: Education, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Tuesday Oct 13, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Wednesday Oct 14, 2026
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Thursday Oct 15, 2026
Join The Chamber for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member, Curated Closet and Home.
Stick around for some hosted appetizers and networking!
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Thursday Oct 15, 2026
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Thursday Oct 15, 2026
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Lights On! 2026 ''In Toon'': Boys & Girls Club members dance to cartoon hits at the Lied Center. Free and open to all. October 15.
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Categories: Public & Community
Thursday Oct 15, 2026
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Categories: Education
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Saturday Oct 17, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
Tuesday Oct 20, 2026
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Categories: Education, Leadership
Wednesday Oct 21, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Thursday Oct 22, 2026
More details to come but save the date for this celebration with the Lawrence Schools Foundation, the Big 12 Conference, College Football Playoff Foundation, and KU representation.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Thursday Oct 22, 2026
For over 40 years, the Taste of Lawrence has been held annually to honor our local educators and showcase some of our community's finest dining establishments.
Always a great time, the event is aptly named as those in attendance are truly offered a taste of the Lawrence community.
Help us celebrate over 40 years for Taste of Lawrence and the Lawrence Schools Foundation turning 40 years next year by wearing your FINEST 1980s outfits!
Ticket Prices*
$10 Teachers/Educators
$20 Noneducator
*Your ticket price includes an event brochure, map of the event, samples from over 30 food and beverage vendors, and live entertainment & games!
Tickets for Admission may be picked up at The Chamber Office (718 New Hampshire St) as early as Tuesday, September 10th. Please call prior to picking up your tickets as the staff may be out at an event.
Tickets for Admission may also be picked up onsite at the Registration/Will Call tent.
Vendor and Sponsor opportunities have closed.
Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com to reserve your spot! (View all of the opportunities below!)
VENDOR BOOTH - FREE for Chamber members
- 2 tables and a tent (10'x10')
- Logo signage on front of tent
- Logo on event webpage and occasional marketing
DEAN'S LIST - $4000 (SOLD)
- Exclusive recognition in invitation and event marketing
- Dedicated booth in center of event space
- Full-page color ad in event program
- 25 tickets
HEAD OF CLASS - $2250
- Logo recognition on event marketing
- Half-page color ad in event program
- 15 tickets
HONOR ROLL - $1500
- Logo recognition on event marketing
- Quarter-page color ad in event program
- 10 tickets
HONORABLE MENTION - $500
- Name recognition on event marketing
- 4 Tickets
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Categories: Education, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Friday Oct 23, 2026
Mental Health First Aid live, virtual one-day session
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Categories: Education, Public & Community
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Saturday Oct 24, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
Wednesday Oct 28, 2026
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Categories: Education, Networking, Public & Community
Friday Oct 30, 2026
The Big Show is a fashion show fundraising event benefiting KSBBBS, and has become one of the premier social events of the year in Lawrence.
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Categories: Public & Community
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Saturday Oct 31, 2026
?The Lawrence Farmers Market happens every Saturday, April 11-November 21, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 824 New Hampshire St. in Downtown Lawrence.
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