Colin McRoberts is competing against Lauren Reinhold in The August primary for the 1st congressional District currently held by Tracey Mann.

From Take BAC Congress-

“Colin McRoberts is running for Kansas’s 1st Congressional District to bring the skills of a professional negotiator to Washington. A legal expert and educator who chose Kansas to raise his family, McRoberts is committed to making the district competitive again by fighting back against gerrymandering. His platform prioritizes affordability, protecting Social Security and Medicare, and restoring Congressional oversight on trade. By advocating for government accountability and defending the rights of workers and teachers, McRoberts aims to move past partisanship and deliver results that prioritize the dignity and economic stability of every Kansan across the district.”

From Colin’s LinkedIn page-

“I’m running to represent the Kansas First District in the House of Representatives. Currently, I teach law at the University of Kansas School of Business. In my private consulting practice, I’ve helped improve negotiations for many Fortune 500 companies, diplomats, military teams, NGOs, and indigenous people.”

“I'm running to flip the Kansas First District, one of the largest in the country. Congress has stopped doing the job the Constitution gave it. To make it a check and a balance again, we need to elect dealmakers instead of weak partisans. Come check us out at www.colinforkansas.com.”

New Zoom Link!

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7575229510?pwd=JX5HexfOM7Q59iprwam6k1bNbB1tMy.1

***. NEW ZOOM LINK ***

Sam Allison-Natale is a public defender, organizer, and the Executive Director of Kansas Holistic Defenders whose mission is --

“To defend Kansans effectively, zealously, and respectfully. We practice an interdisciplinary, holistic approach to champion client goals and address the root causes of involvement in the legal system.”

“We work to prevent unjust incarceration and eviction by addressing the root causes of legal involvement. Achieving this goal involves providing effective legal representation, implementing data-driven practices, and dedicating our focus to improving client outcomes for the betterment of our communities.”

Sam is also a member of the Kansas for All organization that is working to build grassroots political power in communities across Kansas.

“Kansas for All is a coalition of seasoned organizers who collectively have over five decades of expertise in electoral campaign organizing, progressive policy, community organizing, leadership development and base building.”

“Our team is diverse, multi-disciplinary and adaptive, achieving success in system changes and social justice issues in housing, racial equity, ending mass incarceration, reproductive rights, and immigration justice. We believe the people of Kansas’ core values are rooted in the determination to thrive.”

“We’re growing grassroots people power to stop billionaire-backed attacks on our courts, schools, and freedoms and win a Kansas that works for working people.”

Please join us-

Tuesday, May 19, at 4:30pm

Lawrence Public Library, Room A

or join remotely on Zoom.

Link-

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83028622640?pwd=kISYTlhSyv2q0IcGNXvaccaLFnhMaa.1

Zoom Link

First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Pkwy

From Michael Almon, Coordinator, Sustainability Action Network

“At this year’s annual meeting, we will feature a screening of a short film, the Economics of Happiness. This film is provided by Films For Action, a local not-for-profit run by one of Sustainability Action’s founders, Tim Hjersted. He says that of his more than 1000 films, the Economics of Happiness is his favorite.

The Economics of Happiness describes a world moving simultaneously in two opposing directions. On the one hand, an unholy alliance of governments and big business continues to promote globalization and the consolidation of corporate power. At the same time, people all over the world are coming together to re-build more human scale, ecological economies based on a new paradigm – an economics of localization.

The film portrays Ladakh, on the Tibetan Plateau in northernmost India. It is isolated from the outside world by almost impenetrable mountain passes. In 1962 the first road was constructed over the mountains into Ladakh, and in 1975, the Indian government opened the region up to “development” and tourism.

Helena Norberg-Hodge was one of the first westerners to arrive, working as a translator with a film team. One of the first things she noticed was how happy the people were. Also there was no pollution, no shortage of resources, no unemployment, poverty, or hunger.

But with the opening up of the region, cheap subsidized food, trucked in on subsidized roads undermined the local economy. Meanwhile, the Ladakhis were bombarded with advertising and media images that romanticized western-style consumerism and made their own culture seem pitiful by comparison.

It is by generating discontent that the psychology of advertising creates consumer markets. This is a primary feature of expansive capitalism. It must continuously expand it’s level of profit, or it will collapse. But to do so, it must plunder sustainable cultures and nature itself.

The Economics of Happiness is a beautiful film, a disturbing film, and an inspiring film.”



Tuesday, May 5, 2-3pm at the Riverfront Community Center

123 S. Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS

More Information can be found here.

Community Conversation about the CoreCivic ICE Detention Facility in Leavenworth

Saturday, May 9, 2pm at the Leavenworth Public Library

In the Jahn meeting room.

“Join us on Saturday, May 9 for a Community Conversation about the CoreCivic ICE detention facility in Leavenworth. We will discuss what has happened since the Special Use Permit was approved March 10. (CoreCivic began housing detainees less than 48 hours after the permit was granted and the Oversight Committee has yet to meet, so there is PLENTY to discuss 👀)”

”Community members are invited to attend to ask questions and share ideas. This is a great opportunity to stay informed about CoreCivic and learn ways to get involved!”

”Oh, and there will be DONUTS 🍩”

Lauren Reinhold is running for the 1st District congressional seat currently held by Republican Rep. Tracey Mann.

From Lauren for Congress website-

Career & Experience

FEDERAL SERVICE & UNION LEADERSHIP

​She served at the Social Security Administration, focusing on workforce modernization and employee support.

Worked to strengthen the federal workforce and resist efforts to politicize civil service.

Served as a federal union officer, advocating for worker protections, fair wages, and stronger enforcement of labor law.

Served as an investigator and election officer for the National Labor Relations Board, where she ensured fair play in the employer-employee collective bargaining process.

ATTORNEY & ADVOCATE

​Represented low-income Kansans in Legal Aid organizations fighting for their housing, consumer, and family rights in the legal system.

Practiced immigration law in a legal clinic and in private practice, advising families, employers, and immigrants navigating complex federal systems.

Advocated for disabled Kansans facing the long process of obtaining their Social Security and Medicare benefits.

Built her own practice and later returned to SSA to support national operations.

Meet at the Lawrence Public Library. Room A

You can also join us on ZOOM.

***** ZOOM LINK *****

Hosted by Eudora Democrats of Douglas County, KS

From Eudora Democrats-

“All are invited to an evening of BBQ and conversation with three Kansas candidates on the ballot for very important upcoming elections!

Visit with these candidates while supporting Barbwire Barbecue!”

“Meet Don Coover - Candidate for 2nd Congressional District, US Congress

Born & raised on a farm southwest Kansas, Don Coover is a West Point grad, Army veteran, veterinarian, farmer, and businessman. Coover believes American politics are broken, and wants to be the man to fix it! For him, this isn’t about party or politics. “We just need to get folks in the room who actually feel the impacts of the policies being made in Washington on communities like mine. We need folks willing to work together, who know how to spend within their means, and try to reward hard work for the folks at home.”

Meet Chris Mann - Candidate for Attorney General

Chris Mann has dedicated his life to serving and protecting Kansas communities – as a police officer prosecutor, and victim’s advocate. In 2002, Mann was struck by a drunk driver while on duty, an event which changed the trajectory of his career. He attended law school at Washburn University and went on to become a prosecutor for Wyandotte County. Mann later played a key role in the advocacy and passage of significant drunk driving legislation in Kansas. He went on to open his own law firm where he provided representation to underserved Kansans who couldn’t afford a lawyer.

Meet Dinah Sykes - Candidate for Kansas Insurance Commissioner

Dinah Sykes has seen firsthand how honest and independent leadership can actually improve people’s lives. She’s the only candidate for Insurance Commissioner with a real track record of delivering results that matter, and she’s ready to bring a new generation of energy and common sense to the Commissioner’s office.

Dinah understands that far too many Kansans are struggling under the weight of high health insurance costs - or worse, going without coverage at all because they simply can’t afford it. She knows that our state can do better, and she is committed to making sure every single person in Kansas has access to quality health insurance that doesn’t break the bank.

For Dinah, it all comes down to two things: fairness and affordability. She’s tired of seeing the insurance industry denying payment or blocking treatment for consumers, so she’s making it her mission to hold the insurance industry accountable so that they play by the rules.”

Location of Barbwire BBQ-

Organized by a broad city-wide coalition consisting of multiple groups.

“Please join us on May Day for a nationwide day of action to demand -

ICE Out. No private army serving authoritarian power.

Respect Trans Rights.

Respect Worker Rights

Respect Human Rights”

“Gather at 9^th and Mass at noon. March down Massachusetts Street north to City Hall where we will place some demands on our city government. Then, march on to Watson Park at 7^th and Kentucky for a Rally with speakers including

Brooklyn Moseley, our Kansas Representative,

Emerson Hoffzales, President of the LEA,

Jason Maymon with the Lawrence Democratic Socialists

Mark Jaskowski from the UAKU

and a performance and singalong with The PerSisters ~ A Women’s Resistance Choir!There will be info tables from-

Lawrence Indivisible

KS 50501

Carceral Accountability Council

amongst others.”

“This march and rally is in Solidarity with the May Day Strong national movement. Bring your signs supporting Workers Over Billionaires, No ICE. No war. Protect Trans Rights, Hands off our vote.

This May Day event is based on Minnesota’s Day of Truth and Freedom that was held in January. We are saying: No Work, No School, No Shopping at Chain Stores.

In this work we want to provide an opportunity for groups throughout the area to connect with each other and the larger community.”

May Day Strong Mobilize page

From Kimmy Igla

“For decades, since the closure of the notorious Rocky Flats plant for environmental crimes, the United States has not produced new plutonium pits—the radioactive cores of nuclear warheads. Now, a dangerous and costly plan is underway to restart and expand their production, creating a national assembly line of risk with Kansas City as a critical node. This push, justified as “modernization,” threatens to restart nuclear testing, burden communities with forever-waste, and squander resources desperately needed elsewhere.”

From Peaceworks-

“Kansas City is actually essential to nuclear weapons production in the US. Over 80% of the mechanical and electromagnetic (non-nuclear) components for US nuclear bombs are produced right here at the Kansas City National Security Campus on Botts road (operated by Honeywell).”

“Speak out at the public hearing on May 7 and show your opposition! Or submit a written comment before July 16. EVERY comment matters! If you don’t know what to say, PeaceWorks KC will be holding educational events to help people prepare so keep an eye on this page for updates! We will be having a comment prep workshop on May 6, the evening before the hearing, with experts from environmental organizations here to help you formulate your comment. Join us on May 6 at 7pm at All Souls (4501 Walnut St) to get your questions answered and prepare for the hearing!”

These plutonium pits will be produced right in our backyard!!!

Kansas City National Security Campus

Public Hearing Sponsored by:

Party for Socialism and Liberation

Physicians for Social Responsibility

PeaceWorks KC

https://peaceworkskc.org/historic-opportunity-to-stop-nuclear-arms-race/

Membership Survey Report- Slide Presentation

Lawrence Indivisible member, Rick Cagan, will present a set of slides that contain a summary of the survey findings. The survey results bring up multiple subjects that the group will need to discuss.

We meet in-person and on Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 4:30pm. We gather at the Lawrence Public Library on the lower floor in room A.

The Zoom link for this meeting is-

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83028622640?pwd=kISYTlhSyv2q0IcGNXvaccaLFnhMaa.1

Zoom Link

More posts and events can be found at lawrenceindivisible.org

From Justice Matters-

“At this year's Assembly, Justice Matters will be calling for action to address childhood trauma. After months of in-depth research, the call for action is to implement the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) in Douglas County.

We are called not only to respond to trauma, but to prevent it-to go upstream and care for families before a crisis begins. This evidence-based program will provide early support that can change the entire trajectory of a child's life. Adoption of the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) will provide love and support for single mothers before a crisis takes hold, before a need goes unnamed and unmet, and importantly, before authorities become involved. This program will provide the support and tools to break inter-generational trauma and poverty for first-time single moms from pregnancy through the first two years of life. NFP represent a systemic approach to a longstanding issue in our community. That's justice! Our action provides hope for future generations.

The Nehemiah Action Assembly is a moment to stand together, to speak with one voice, and to call our community to honor its commitment to justice. Hundreds of
people will gather for this event, and I hope that you will consider participating. Bring others with you! Let us raise our voices together to do justice! Our attendance and participation is channeling the power of the people. Our voice and presence matters!”

JOIN US ON April 26th

2:00-3:30 pm at the DoubleTree Hotel

200 Mcdonald Drive, Lawrence.

Free tickets will be available at the door.

If you would like to learn more about the NFP and the Action Assembly prior to the 26th, the Justice Matters Neighborhood Network is sponsoring an information session on Sunday, April 19th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at Lawrence Beer Company East at 826 Pennsylvania Street.

From James Otten, Leading Kansas-

“Thanks to our friend and supporter Jerry Jost you can now view his recording of the Judicial Selection and Voting Right Amendments. While you still won't have the experience of the energy and spirit in the room you can see Dr Amii Castle's very informative presentation.”

Heather Muth, Prevention Specialist from the Willow Domestic Violence Center here in Lawrence will be our presenter at our meeting on Tuesday, April 7. She will give us an overview of what trafficking is, how it shows up in this area, what some warning signs are, and what to do if we suspect something.

We meet in-person and on Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 4:30pm. We gather at the Lawrence Public Library on the lower floor in room A.

The zoom link for this meeting is

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83028622640?pwd=kISYTlhSyv2q0IcGNXvaccaLFnhMaa.1

Saturday, March 28

3 – 5pm

After the NO KINGS rally in Topeka join together with your neighbors here in Lawrence and line the streets from all directions starting at Watson Park (Train Park).

From the Lawrence rally organizers-

“Freedom is never guaranteed; it erodes when good people stay silent, making us the antidote to blind obedience and the remnant that remembers humans were born to rule themselves.

These gatherings are for those who believe personal freedom matters more than top-down control. We come together to openly challenge systems that demand compliance over critical thinking.

This is a non-violent event, and ALL attendees enter into an unwritten agreement to be non-violent throughout the event and/or while connected to the event or associated in any way.

You may want to arrive early, as last year’s event in October had 8,600+ people in attendance, so parking becomes limited!

Make sure that those who need seating bring their own and that everything brought in is taken back out! Thank you!”

The Persisters singing group, will be performing in the Watson Park gazebo.

The organizers would like this rally to be about visibility. They would like us to line up where cars can see each of us. Even if that means stretching all the way to Iowa St. or over the bridge to I-70. The rally marshals will be in fluorescent vests to show attendees where to spread out.

Everyone will be encouraged to keep the sidewalks clear so that people can get through.

NO KINGS!

Map, Watson Park

11am -2pm

Kansas State Capitol, South Steps

201 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS

PLEASE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE YOU KNOW AND LOVE TO ATTEND ANY OF THE NO KINGS EVENTS THAT WILL BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY!

The importance of the “NO KINGS” rallies increase as the conditions in our country deteriorate.

From Mobilize-

“About this event

We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.”

The proposed constitutional amendment would open up the selection of our Kansas Supreme Court Judges to elections by popular vote. It sounds good on the surface but the voters will be influenced by all the advertising and campaign support from billionaires and corporations who will pour massive amounts of money into the election campaigns of their chosen judges. These out-of state billionaires want to have their way with our natural resources, farmland, tax dollars, schools, laws and regulations. These “bought” judges will help them do it. Other special interest groups will also work to sway these judges’ decisions in their favor with the promise of election campaign money.

Here is a very informative website that details how this will affect Kansas if passed.

Protect Kansas Rights

Lawrence Indivisible will send or deliver to you 25 postcards and a list of 25 voter’s names and addresses of Kansans who live in rural counties that voted NO on the Abortion Referendum in 2022. You’ll need to purchase postcard stamps at 61¢ each and mail them to the 25 addresses on June 15.

Please donate with the button below and help get the word out.

Donate for Postcards

We’re sorry to say that Heather is unable to speak at our meeting this afternoon. We hope to reschedule her appearance at another time.

We will instead talk about the postcard project.

Heather Muth, Prevention Specialist from the Willow Domestic Violence Center here in Lawrence will be our presenter at our meeting on Tuesday, March 17. She will give us an overview of what trafficking is, how it shows up in this area, what some warning signs are, and what to do if we suspect something.

We meet in-person and on Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 4:30pm. We gather at the Lawrence Public Library on the lower floor in room A.

The zoom link for this meeting is

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83028622640?pwd=kISYTlhSyv2q0IcGNXvaccaLFnhMaa.1

After the NO KINGS rally in Topeka join together with your neighbors here in Lawrence and line the streets from all directions starting at Watson Park (Train Park).

From the Lawrence rally organizers-

“Freedom is never guaranteed; it erodes when good people stay silent, making us the antidote to blind obedience and the remnant that remembers humans were born to rule themselves.

These gatherings are for those who believe personal freedom matters more than top-down control. We come together to openly challenge systems that demand compliance over critical thinking.

This is a non-violent event, and ALL attendees enter into an unwritten agreement to be non-violent throughout the event and/or while connected to the event or associated in any way.

You may want to arrive early, as last year’s event in October had 8,600+ people in attendance, so parking becomes limited!

Make sure that those who need seating bring their own and that everything brought in is taken back out! Thank you!”

The Persisters singing group, will be performing in the Watson Park gazebo.

The organizers would like this rally to be about visibility. They would like us to line up where cars can see each of us. Even if that means stretching all the way to Iowa St. or over the bridge to I-70. The rally marshals will be in fluorescent vests to show attendees where to spread out.

Everyone will be encouraged to keep the sidewalks clear so that people can get through.

There is still a need for marshals and crowd counters. Please reply to this post to be connected to the organizers.

NO KINGS!

Map, Watson Park

We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen, greedy billionaires, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us, the people.

On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

NO KINGS!

We will meet on the South Steps of the Kansas State Capitol building.

11:00 am – Info Tables begin, Songs of the Resistance

12:00 pm – Speakers

1:00 pm – March Begins

2:00 pm – March ends, form a Ring of Resistance around OUR Statehouse.

Map, Kansas Capital

What is the Big Idea??

• EMG booths sharing what’s new and exciting in their space​

• We are challenging our vendors to bring us their latest and greatest​

• And we invite our attendees to tell us about their big ideas ​

There are a variety of great things included in our Garden Show. Hope you will join us to learn about gardening, eat great food, purchase a few useful and/or beautiful items for your garden and enjoy talking with other gardeners. Check out the Schedule below so you know what is happening throughout the day.

• Educational Booths

• Expert Speakers

• Food Trucks

• Garden Art Sale

• Garden Garage Sale

• Rain barrel workshop

• Raffle Items

• Vendors and Community Organizations

Schedule:

Below is the schedule of events for anything that begins at a certain time. Other parts of the Garden Show; like the Garden Art, Garage Sale, Educational Booths, Raffle, etc. will be open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

• 9:00 am show opens – Building 21​

• 10:00 am speaker – Betsy Betros on Spiders are Fascinating in Dreher North​

• Noon – Rain Barrel Workshop – Flory Meeting Hall​​, preregistration required

• 1:00 pm speaker – speaker Neil Bass on the Natural history of Fort Leavenworth, Kansas – Dreher North​

• 2:00 pm Raffle Drawings​ winners announced

• 3:00 pm show closes​

… Acknowledging Mother Nature …​

We are also celebrating the Spring Equinox that marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, while the Southern Hemisphere begins autumn. This equinox, which occurs on March 20 this year, is the day when there are nearly equal hours of daylight and darkness.

Hosted by Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners
Douglas County Fairgrounds
2110 Harper Street, Lawrence, KS

Douglas Co. Fairgrounds Map

“Please Click this link to view the available slots to volunteer to help make this event a massive success. There are multiple and varied slots still available.

Scroll down on page to see what’s still available.

Date: 03/28/2026 (Sat.)

Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm CST

Location: Topeka Capitol

300 SW 10th Street, Topeka, KS 66066