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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 2007
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Five things to do this summer
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Carol Fittell of Lawrence takes a plunge of the low dive at the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center. Fittell starts as a freshman at KU in the fall. The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center is located on the corner of 7th and Kentucky streets.
By Alaide Vilchis
avilchis@kansan.com
Many students work full time during the summer to pay for the school-year's expenses. The routine of waking up early, going to work and coming home to watch TV can get old. But staying in Lawrence does not have to be boring.
In addition to strolling down Massachusetts Street or going to garage sales, here are five fun, affordable activities you can do this summer without leaving Lawrence:
Clinton Lake Marina Location: Highway 10, just west of the Clinton Parkway intersection. Boat rentals: from $100 to $200
all day
Students with a free day and a group of friends can enjoy a trip to Clinton Lake Marina. Although the boat rentals can be expensive, there are many activities in which to partake.
The marina offers boat rentals for fishing, skiing and sailing.
Julie Ohse, who goes to the marina at least twice a week, said that watching the sunset or sunrise at the lake is one of the best things to do.
Lee Kennedy, Clinton Lake Marina manager, said that students should plan their paddling for weekdays to avoid crowds and receive discounts.
Bloomington East Swimming Beach
Hours of Operation: 8 p.m. to 10
p. m.
Location: Southeast side of Clinton Lake
**Price:** $1 per person; up to 4 people per car
Taking a trip to the Bloomington East swimming beach is a bit like taking a mini-road trip.
It is far enough away from the city that the trip allows for long road trip style conversation.
The beach offers more of a family environment, but students can bike and swim.
Brent Moses, a frequenter of
Bloomington Beach, advises visito to avoid the beach after rain becau of floods.
Wells Overlook Park Hours of Operation: 6 a.m. to 10
p. m.
Location: Three miles south of Lawrence along county road 458
Price: Free
Wells Overlook Park is rarely crowded. The wooden tower on top of a hill offers students a view of the entire city. Picnic tables and a small hiking trail are also available for use.
The park offers peace and quiet, but also a great romantic environment for dates. The park is not lit at night, so a day trip is the best option.
Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center
Hours of Operation: 1 p.m. to 8:45
p. m.
Location: 7th and Kentucky
Price $3.75 per student, Monthly
and seasonal passes available.
Collin Ghlebak, Rowlett, Texas senior and head lifeguard, describes the patrons of the aquatic center as "the Lawrence hometown crowd."
With two slides and a big pool, it is a fun weekend locale.
The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center offers students a way to cool off on hot summer days.
Suzannah Gohannes, a University
graduate and pool regular, said that getting the pool pass for $16 per month is the best bet for those intending to swim often.
Ghlebak recommends going after 5 p.m. to avoid mid day crowds. If you plan to tan from 1 to 3 p.m.
Downtown Lawrence Noir Festival
Hours: First Thursday of the month starting at 8 p.m.
Location: 9th Street and New Hemisphere Street, grass area Price: Free
Starting this Thursday at 8 p.m. and continuing the first Thursday of each month, the Lawrence Noir Festival will offer live music and prizes for the public as well as a movie which will begin at 9:15 p.m.
Plan to make a whole evening out of it: Eat dinner downtown, go to the movie and maybe hit a bar afterward.
Rick Marquez, Downtown Lawrence Inc., administrator, said some restaurants will stay open late for the crowd and that downtown expects between 200 and 300 people to attend.
Marquez recommends bringing blankets and chairs.
- Edited by Ben Smith
Events this weekend
TODAY In Lawrence
The Americana Music Academy Jam welcomes all musicians to Signs of Life, 722 Massachusetts St., on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., to enjoy the sounds of blues and folk. Contact the American Music Academy for more information at 830-9640.
Celebrate the sounds of country, blues and folk music with Oliver Buck at his CD release party at Harbour Lights, 1031 Massachusetts St., with family or friends from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is $2 and patrons must be 21. For more information, call Harbour Lights at 841-1960.
In Kansas City, Mo.
Hatebreed, a rock/metal band that hails from Connecticut, will headline a night of hard-hitting music at the Beaumont Club in Kansas City, Mo. The all-ages shows costs $20 and will feature other groups including God Forbid, Evergreen Terrace, Terror and the Acacia Strain. For more information, call the Beaumont Club at 816-561-2560.
THURSDAY In Lawrence
Brody Buster Blues Jam will be playing at the Jackpot Saloon, 943 Massachusetts St., from 6 to 8:30 p.m., free of charge to those 18 and over. For more information, call the Jackpot Saloon at 832-1085.
The Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival starts today at the Clinton Lake State Park. For more information, visit wakarusa.com
In Kansas City, Mo.
- Comedian Louis Anderson will bring his on-stage antics to the Voooond Lounge at the North Kansas City Harrah's Hotel and Casino, 1 Riverboat Drive, Kansas City, MO, at 7 p.m. Tickets are between $30 and $40 and admission is restricted to guests 21 and over. For information, call Harrah's at 816-427-7777.
FRIDAY In Lawrence
The Douglas County Relay for Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, invites the Lawrence community to take part in its annual fundraiser at Free State High School, 4700 Overland Drive. Events include a silent auction and survivor walk. For more information, call Tina Yates at 979-8477.
- Starting at 10 p.m., Brent Barry and Friends will bring a blues sound to the Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Massachusetts St.,
at 10 p.m. Admission to the show costs $4 and is limited to guests 21 and over.
For more information, call the Jazzhaus at 749-1387.
In Kansas City, Mo.
The Doobie Brothers will perform at 8 p.m. at the Ameristar Casino, 3200 N. Ameristar Drive. For more information, call Ameristar at 816-414-7000.
Cracker will perform at one of Kansas City's newest venues, Crossroads, 417 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo., at 7 p.m. Tickets are free prior to the show and are $10 at the door.
The Voodoo Lounge at the North Kansas City Harrah's Hotel and Casino, One Riverboat Drive, Kansas City, Mo., will host R&B singer Ne-Yo, starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are available for $25. For information call Harrah's at 816-427-7777.
SATURDAY In Lawrence
The Lawrence Farmer's Market's long-standing service to the Douglas County community will continue from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturdays through November at 8th and New Hampshire streets.
**Join DJs Sku and Konsept at 10 p.m. at Fatso's, 1016 Massachusetts, for a night of fresh hip-hop, electronic and general turn-table madness. Admission is $2. For more information, call 865-4055.**
From funk to disco to '80's, Double Trouble with MC Candlepants will take music enthusiasts on a journey through the various forms of music at the Eight Street Tap Room, 801 New Hampshire St., at 10 p.m. admission is $2. For more information, call 841-6918.
- Fast Food Junkies and Cast Pattern will take the stage at 10 p.m. at the Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire St., exploring the sounds of bluegrass and metal. Admission is $5 to $7. For more information, call 841-5483.
SUNDAY In Lawrence
Doors at the Grenada, 1020 Massachusetts St., open at 8 p.m. for Sparta, Straylight Run and Lovedrug. Tickets for the all-ages show cost $13 to $15. For more information, call 842-1390.
Learn about Japan's ancient and ongoing struggle with a newer, globalized world at the Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Mississippi St., from noon to 5 p.m. Meiji: Japan's Transition into a Global Society is an exhibition organized by guest curator Alison Miller. For more information, call 864-4710.
In Bonner Springs
Chris Daughtry, Katherine McPhee, Hellogoodbye and Gym Class Heroes will provide a mix of hip-hop, rap, rock and pop to all ages at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, 630 N. 130th St., Bonner Springs starting at 5 p.m. Tickets range from $20 to $75. For more information, call 913-721-3400.
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