Categories: Public & Community
Join us for the Leadership Lawrence Class of 2024 graduation! Abe Jake s Landing Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Program starts at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy drinks and appetizers. $35/person Registration required -- you can register online, by calling (785) 865-4411 or by emailing frontdesk@lawrencechamber.com.
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Categories: Education, Leadership
Saturday May 4, 2024 -
Sunday May 5, 2024
Join the Lawrence Home Builders Association for their annual Spring Parade of Homes!
To view the list of homes to tour, please visit the Lawrence Home Builders Association website by clicking here!
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Categories: Public & Community
Central Bank locations in Lawrence have joined together to host a Big Rig event! Stop by our location at 300 W 9th street for big trucks, emergency vehicles and
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Categories: Public & Community
Join Sunflower State Dance for our spring performing company showcase Carnival of the Animals!
Carnival of the Animals is a children’s ballet set to music Le Carnaval Des Animaux by Saint-Saëns. In this ballet, a group of students visits a museum of natural history on a school trip. Olivia sneaks off as the group is leaving and she falls asleep dreaming about all the different animals coming to life.
Our second act will feature contemporary numbers at are carnival and animal themed. Dancers will be performing a modern, jazz, and hip hop numbers.
Our show is the perfect length for young children to enjoy!
Stop by our gift boutique before the show!
Tickets are $9 for adults and children plus ticketing service fee.
Children under 2 sitting on a lap do not need a ticket.
Tickets at the door are $13 cash only.
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Categories: Public & Community
Take the work out of networking and join us for The Chamber's annual Sand Trap Classic Golf Tournament!
New for 2024 - A morning and afternoon shotgun start!
The tournament format is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start hosted at Lawrence Country Club. Players are encouraged to arrive early to register, mix and mingle, and enjoy hosted snacks and beverages before your flight begins.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
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
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!
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Categories: Education, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Join us for this great monthly event to network with other Chamber members at a joint After Hours by The Lied Center and Dole Institute of Politics!
Enjoy hosted refreshments throughout the event.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Join us for Chamber Chat, our monthly radio show featuring members of The Chamber and good news about the business community.
Tune in to KLWN on the third Monday of the month when host Tiffany Hall brings you a closer look at what's happening at The Chamber and EDC and how it benefits your business and our community.
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Categories: Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Gameday Men's Health Lawrence: Opening May 21st! TRT, ED, Weight Loss & more. Experience vitality in our man-cave clinic. On-the-spot treatment!
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Categories: Public & Community
Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Alpha Roofing?s new location!
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Z&M Twisted Vines hosts ''Red for Red'' Blood Drive with Community Blood Center!
Come in to donate and have your choice of Turkish towel or a mini Bluetooth speaker AND receive a coupon for 1/2 off a glass of wine, redeemable any day after the blood drive.
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Categories: Public & Community
Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new location for Douglas County CASA!
After the ceremony, stick around to tour the space and mingle.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Enjoy an evening of fun at a joint open house and celebration!
Enjoy art, snacks and mocktails, music, and tours of two local downtown businesses with coupons for all services! Mud & Lotus Wax Bar Lawrence
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Categories: Public & Community
Join Douglas County Relay for Life from 6-11 p.m. at Rock Chalk Park on Friday, May 31 for a free, fun and family-friendly event!
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Categories: Public & Community
Central Bank off 9th and Kentucky Streets is hosting a Spring Shred Day!
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Categories: Public & Community
''Join us for an unforgettable day of relaxation and fun at our exclusive Winery Fishing Event!
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Categories: Public & Community
Experience the timeless charm and classic tunes of Frank Sinatra with our premier Sinatra Impersonation Music Band!
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Categories: Public & Community
Taste a variety of exquisite wines, meet passionate winemakers, and view local businesses.
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Categories: Public & Community
Monday Jun 3, 2024 -
Thursday Jun 6, 2024
Join us at D-BAT Lawrence as many days as you want for baseball camp! Camp days will focus on developing all skills for baseball such as fielding, hitting, bunting, throwing and learning the rules and terminology of the game. Most importantly we will have fun!
Be sure to bring your own water and a sack lunch!
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Categories: Public & Community
The Kansas Turnpike will switch to a cashless system on July 1, 2024. You will experience Change on the roadway and how you pay your toll or, if you have a KTAG, how you manage your account. The easist way to be ready for cashless tolling, and make sure you pay the lowest toll, is to a get a KTAG. And, KTA is here to help.
KTA staff will be at The Chamber distributing FREE KTAGs and answering questions about cashless tolling. WE'll be stokcked with cashless tolling materials, too. There's no better time to get prepared.
To learn more about KTA's switch to cashless tolling, get a KTAG, and more visit DriveKS.com.
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Categories: Public & Community
Networking, Mainstreet, Business Services
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Categories: Networking
Categories: Public & Community
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
Join The Chamber and our guests for a presentation and open discussion on all things Marketing 101. We will hear from our partners at Coneflower Consulting and the KU Small Business Development Centers.
This free event is the second installment of our new Small Business Series starting up in 2024!
8:00am - Doors Open
8:30-9:30am - 2 Different Presentations and Questions
There will be coffee and light snacks hosted for this event.
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Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
Positive Bright Start Community Festival
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Categories: Public & Community
Join McLain's Market and True Barre Lawrence for an outdoor Pilates & Barre class at McLain's Market. Enjoy this 45-minute fitness class in the beautiful summer weather and indulge in all of the fun treats and drinks afterward with special McLain's discounts.
All you will need is a mat or towel, water, tennis shoes, and a mindset READY TO WERK IT!
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Categories: Public & Community
Monday Jun 10, 2024 -
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Join us at D-BAT Lawrence as many days as you want for softball camp! Camp days will focus on developing all skills for softball only such as fielding, hitting, bunting, throwing and learning the rules and terminology of the game. Most importantly we will have fun!
Be sure to bring your own water and a sack lunch!
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Categories: Public & Community
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.
... read more
Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
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!
... read more
Categories: Education, Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Join us for a ribbon cutting celebration in honor of a Chamber member, Cottonwood, and their new Retirement Enrichment Services office!
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Categories: Education, Leadership, Networking, Public & Community
Give Back Bash 2024 Save the Date!
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Categories: Public & Community
LRM Foundation Theatre invites you to a unique interactive cultural experience in celebration of Juneteenth! Riches and Rags: The Raiment of Our Journey, is an original stage play production written and directed by Lawrence Playwright, Rita Rials. This dynamic stage play production showcases artistry and demonstrates the journey and progression of African American heritage as it relates to clothing and fashion. Join us for this unique opportunity to experience the historical relevance of clothing and its impact on cultivating belongingness, unity, and expression in African American Culture.
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Categories: Education, Public & Community
Monday Jun 17, 2024 -
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Join us at D-BAT Lawrence as many days as you want for baseball camp! Camp days will focus on developing all skills for baseball such as fielding, hitting, bunting, throwing and learning the rules and terminology of the game. Most importantly we will have fun!
Be sure to bring your own water and a sack lunch!
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Categories: Public & Community
Join us for Chamber Chat, our monthly radio show featuring members of The Chamber and good news about the business community.
Tune in to KLWN on the third Monday of the month when host Tiffany Hall brings you a closer look at what's happening at The Chamber and EDC and how it benefits your business and our community.
... read more
Categories: Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate new Chamber member and business to Lawrence, Gameday Men's Health!
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Join us on a rooftop of The Oread for this great monthly event to network with other Chamber members and enjoy all that The Oread Hotel has to offer!
More details on what will be hosted coming soon!
Enjoy hosted refreshments throughout the event.
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Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Categories: Networking, Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
Monday Jun 24, 2024 -
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Join us at D-BAT Lawrence as many days as you want for softball camp! Camp days will focus on developing all skills for softball only such as fielding, hitting, bunting, throwing and learning the rules and terminology of the game. Most importantly we will have fun!
Be sure to bring your own water and a sack lunch!
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Categories: Public & Community
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024 -
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
The Free State Festival celebrates the free spirit of Kansas with films that challenge, inspire and entertain. This signature annual event brings independent films, live music, comedy and art installations to venues throughout the vibrant city of Lawrence, Kansas.
To view a full list of events, go to our website - Free State Festival!
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Categories: Public & Community
Head to Rock Chalk Park for a Sporting KC II home game as they take on Austin FC II.
Sporting KC II is affiliated with Sporting KC and plays in the MLS Next Pro League.
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Categories: Public & Community
Monday Jul 1, 2024 -
Friday Aug 2, 2024
2024 Back2School Douglas County School Supply Drive Event
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Categories: Education, Leadership, Public & Community
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