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November 28, 2012 News From the City of Lawrence
(Sent: 2012-11-28 08:22:24)
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
1) City announces 2013 Common Ground Program sites
2) Get out your dancin’ shoes, it’s time for the Ultimate Dance Party
3) Dance Fundamentals III will get you turning, spinning
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Contact: Eileen Horn, sustainability coordinator, (785) 330-3121
(Lawrence, Kan.) - The City of Lawrence has made eight sites available for community members to use for food production during the 2013 growing season. Growers and gardeners can apply for a free, three-year license to use these sites – which range in size from 0.2 - 4.5 acres. In exchange, program participants will propose a “Community Benefit Plan.” Examples of community benefits include donation of produce to local food pantries or participation in educational outreach programs.
The Common Ground Program makes City-owned land available for license for the cultivation and sale of plants, herbs, fruits, flowers, or vegetables, either as for-profit or not-for-profit enterprises. The program is intended to assist the development of urban agriculture and community gardens in the City of Lawrence, increasing local food production and providing community benefits.
The City released the Request for Applications (RFA) today, Wednesday, Nov. 28, and seeks applications from qualified individuals, businesses and/or nonprofit organizations. Applications for the sites are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4. The Douglas County Food Policy Council and City staff will review the applications, and submit recommendations to the City Commission by late January.
An information meeting will be held for interested applicants and neighbors 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, in the City Commission Meeting Room (ground floor, City Hall), 6 E. 6th St. Local community members are strongly encouraged to submit individual applications and/or develop partnerships with local community organizations.
The Request for Applications can be accessed here: www.lawrenceks.org/common_ground
For more information contact: Eileen Horn, sustainability coordinator, ehorn@lawrenceks.org or (785) 330-2873.
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PREPARED BY: Roger Steinbrock, (785) 832-3458
(LAWRENCE KAN.) - Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department will offer a night of dancing at the Ultimate Dance Party 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday Dec. 1, at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St.
Ultimate Dance Party gives dancers the opportunity to share an evening with others who share the same enjoyment for dancing. Dancers will spend the evening dancing the Two-Step, Waltz, East and West Coast Swing, Salsa, Cha Cha, as well as a host of other dances.
The cost for the evening is $15 per couple. Individuals may attend but are encouraged to have a partner. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited and offered on a first-come/first-serve basis. For quick, easy enrollment, enroll online at www.lprd.org or any of the recreational facilities listed below:
Community Building, 115 West 11th St.; East Lawrence Recreation Center, 1245 East 15th St.; Holcom Park Recreation Center, 2700 West 27th St.; Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center, 4706 Overland Drive; Prairie Park Nature Center, 2730 Harper St. or the Administrative Offices in South Park, 1141 Massachusetts St.
For more information on the event contact Jo Ellis, recreation program supervisor, at (785) 832-7920.
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PREPARED BY: Roger Steinbrock, (785) 832-3458
DANCE FUNDAMENTALS III WILL GET YOU TURNING, SPINNING
LAWRENCE—Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department is offering Dance Fundamentals III – Spins and Turns 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, at Community Building.
Dance Fundamentals will assist those wanting dance instruction without a major time commitment and a long series of classes. This edition of Dance Fundamentals will cover progressive and stationary spins and turns. Spins and turns covered will be explained and practiced, including inside and outside spins and Monterey turns. Spotting techniques will also be covered to increase balance and refine spins.
The class is open to those 16 years-old and older and the fee is $20 per person. The class is open to both couples and singles.
For more information, contact Jo Ellis, recreation instruction supervisor, at (785) 832-7930.
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