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She feeds us…

March 27, 2020

As if I wasn’t already enamored by Meg Heriford owner of the Ladybird Diner. Why? First off, she’s been feeding us flavorful comfort food and pie, delicious delightful pie, at the downtown diner since 2014. And then there’s the space, the fun inclusive space that’s known for being a safe welcoming place for all. And Read More …

Filed Under: Unmistakably Us Tagged With: Downtown Lawrence, ladybird diner

May 31, 2019

Here in Lawrence we’re incredibly lucky because we have so many great spots for animal lovers of all ages to get their fix—without bringing home a new family member! Here are a few of our favorites.

Filed Under: Family Fun Tagged With: Baker Wetlands, Clinton Lake, family, freezing moo, ladybird diner, Laugh Out Loud, Lawrence, lawrence arts center, Lawrence city band, Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center, Lawrence Public Library, Sunfire Ceramics, sylas and maddy's, terrebonne, the burger stand, Theatre Lawrence, Watkins Museum of History

March 7, 2018

March 14 is Pi Day – a celebration of the mathematical constant starting with 3.14 (also known as π). Lucky for those of us who are not mathematicians the holiday is often used as a perfectly acceptable excuse to celebrate another phenomenal constant – PIE! Here’s a list of some local favorites to help you celebrate Read More …

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: Alchemy Coffee & Bake House, Aunt Netters, dessert, dining, food, Great Harvest Bread Co., ladybird diner, Lawrence, Lecompton, Pi, pie, restaurants, The Roost

October 3, 2017

Sometimes, you have a craving that a savory bite just won’t satisfy. You want creamy and cool, or perhaps warm and spicy. You want a little crunch, a little melt-in-your-mouth, a little sweetness. You want dessert, and here in Lawrence we say you can have your strawberry rhubarb pie and eat it, too. Sylas and Read More …

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: cake, dessert, dining, Drink, food, ice cream, Instagram, ladybird diner, pie, restaurant, restaurants, sweets, sylas and maddy's, the burger stand, the merc, torched goodness, wheatfields

August 24, 2017

Grabbing some food & drinks with company is obviously THE best way to enjoy some much needed holiday time (no argument!) and, when the Kansas weather is cooperating, finding a patio to enjoy is always a bonus! Here are some guaranteed places to enjoy patio time:   J. Wilson’s – With J. Wilson’s giving us fine Read More …

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: Bon Bon, Cielito Lindo, dining, Drink, food, J. Wilsons, ladybird diner, Lawrence, patio, patios, restaurant, restaurants

March 28, 2017

Lawrence is your quirky, cool friend who brings fun to the neighborhood. Let us help you discover the quirky side of Lawrence…       THINGS TO DO   Art Emergency Art Emergency is located in the continually growing cultural district of East Lawrence. The giant warehouse welcomes you with large outdoor installation pieces and Read More …

Filed Under: Arts & Culture Tagged With: art, bars, culture, East Lawrence, family, gallery, ladybird diner, museum, museum of odd, pet world, the felt show, the percolator, the sandbar, the wishing bench

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