Weekly Event Roundup: planetarium shows, painting workshops, art shows and more | Arts & Culture | kansan.com

Discover stars and planets with KU astronomers, see a cat video compilation festival, contribute to a healthier ecosystem at Mary's Lake and more this week in Lawrence.

QT Coffee Hour

Grab a warm beverage and mingle with other queer and trans students in the Lawrence community.

When: Nov. 4, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center, SMRC Classroom

Polish Language Table

Practice your Polish with other students at varying levels.

When: Nov. 4, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, Lobby

Mocktails and Mingle: First-Gen

Connect with working professionals and KU alumni who were first-generation students. The event offers an opportunity to network and receive advice from professionals. Snacks and mocktails will be provided.

When: Nov. 4, 4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

Where: Jayhawk Welcome Center

KJHK’s Music Mondays

Join KJHK in music-related activities such as karaoke, live music, crafts and more.

When: Nov. 4, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Where: The Hawk’s Nest, Kansas Union, first floor

Microwave at The Granada

Rock band Microwave puts on a performance with special music acts from Prince Daddy & The Hyena, Just Friends and Ben Quad.

When: Nov. 4, 7:00 p.m.

Where: The Granada

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $29.50

City and Colour

Indie-folk band City and Colour brings its tour to Liberty Hall.

When: Nov. 4, 8:00 p.m.

Where: Liberty Hall

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $38.50

Taco Tuesday

Enjoy a three-taco platter with a choice of hard or soft shell, meat and rice.

When: Nov. 5, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, Serrano's at The Market

Price: $8.50

Bosnian-Croatian-Montenegrin-Serbian (BCMS) Language Table

Practice your Bosnian, Croatian, Montenegrin and Serbian language skills with other students at varying levels.

When: Nov. 5, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Wescoe Hall, Room 2131

KU Theatre Presents: Hookman

See a horror and dark comedy play that tells the myth of Hookman and other elements of classic slasher films.

When: Nov. 5, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Murphy Hall, William Inge Memorial Theater

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $10

Trans Craftivism Club

A safe space for transgender, nonbinary, gender nonconforming and Two Spirit students to create crafts that call for social and political change.

When: Nov. 6, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Where: Burge Student Union, Discovery Room 1025

Art on the Lawn

Paint an acrylic painting through a step-by-step process. Painting supplies are provided.

When: Nov. 6, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Watson Library, Lawn

Mystery Date With a Book

If you’re stuck in a reading slump, the Student Union Activities has a solution. Select a random book based on a short description, then curl up with it and a cup of free hot chocolate.

When: Nov. 6, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, Traditions Area

Interfaith KU: Student Group First Meeting

Enjoy free pizza while connecting with fellow Interfaith students.

When: Nov. 6, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Where: Bailey Hall, Room 308

Pause 4 Pups

Take a break from your studies to cuddle with furry friends from Loving Paws Animal Therapy.

When: Nov. 6, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: Hashinger Residence Hall

KU Theater Presents: Hookman

See a horror and dark comedy play that tells the myth of Hookman and other elements of classic slasher films.

When: Nov. 6, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Murphy Hall, William Inge Memorial Theater

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $10

Annita Velveeta at The Bottleneck

Indie-pop artist Annita Velveeta puts on a performance at The Bottleneck with special guests Tower and Weaponize Chomsky.

When: Nov. 6, 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Bottleneck

Price: $10 cover at the door

Gaysians Affinity Group Meeting

A monthly meeting that creates a safe space for queer and trans Asian, Asian American, Pacific Islander and Desi American students.

When: Nov. 7, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, Room 435

Canvases and Mocktails

Student Union Activities leads a free painting workshop. Create your masterpiece through a Bob Ross instructional video while sipping on free mocktails.

When: Nov. 7, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, The Jay

Cat Video Fest

Giggle with a curated cat compilation of funny moments on the big screen. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Lawrence Humane Society.

When: Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Lawrence Arts Center

Price: $10

KU Theater Presents: Hookman

See a horror and dark comedy play that tells the myth of Hookman and other elements of classic slasher films.

When: Nov. 7, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Murphy Hall, William Inge Memorial Theater

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $10

Broadside and Bearings

Hear pop-punk bands Broadside and Bearings at The Bottleneck with opening acts from Unwell and Stateside.

When: Nov. 7, 7:00 p.m.

Where: The Bottleneck

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $20

KU Public Telescope and Planetarium Nights

Join KU astronomers in observing stars and planets through telescopes along with a variety of shows in the planetarium.

When: Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Slawson Hall, G174

QT TV

Watch queer and trans-focused television while enjoying free snacks.

When: Nov. 8, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Where: Kansas Union, Room 435

Kaffee and Kuchen

Practice your German skills while enjoying cake and coffee.

When: Nov. 8, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Wescoe Hall, Room 2094

KU Men’s Basketball versus University of North Carolina

Cheer for the men’s basketball team as it takes on UNC at Allen Fieldhouse.

When: Nov. 8, 6:00 p.m.

Where: Allen Fieldhouse, streaming on ESPN

Price: tickets currently sold out online

Benjamin Tod & The Lost Dog Street Band

Country band Benjamin Tod and The Lost Dog Street Band will perform at Liberty Hall.

When: Nov. 8, 8:00 p.m.

Where: Liberty Hall

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $25

Emo Night Live with KCeMO

Sing with punk and emo tribute band KCeMO as they pay homage to underground 2000s music.

When: Nov. 8, 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Bottleneck

Price: $12 cover at the door

Lake Restoration Work Day

Join Prairie Park Nature Center in restoring the shoreline habitat at Mary’s Lake. Guests will assist with removing invasive species and planting beneficial native plants.

When: Nov. 9, 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Prairie Park Nature Center

Downtown Underground Concert Series: Kelley Hunt Comes Home

American blues pianist and singer-songwriter Kelley Hunt takes stage at the Lawrence Arts Center.

When: Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where: Lawrence Arts Center

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $30

Ekoh: Drag Me From Hell Tour

Hip-hop artist Ekoh performs at The Bottleneck with special guest Ryan Oakes.

When: Nov. 9, 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Bottleneck

Price: purchase tickets online starting at $23

Slow Art Sunday: Sculptures by Assaf Evron

Unwind with two untitled sculptures by Assaf Evron with guided conversation. Evron currently teaches at School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

When: Nov. 10, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Spencer Museum of Art

Drumming for Everyone with Guinean drummer Bolokada Conde

Learn how to drum with master drummer Bolokada Conde from Guinea. Guests are encouraged to bring their own drums, but plenty will be provided.

When: Nov. 10, 3:00 p.m.

Where: Murphy Hall, Room 130

Concerts at the Campanile

Watch a performance using the 53 bells at the Campanile from Elizabeth Egbert-Berghout, the University's carillonneur.

When: Nov. 10, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Where: Memorial Drive, WWII Memorial Campanile, Campanile Plaza

Fall World Percussion Concert

Watch a percussion performance from master drummer Bolokada Conde, Rock Chalk Drummers and KU West African Drum Ensemble.

When: Nov. 10, 5:00 p.m.

Where: Murphy Hall, Room 130

Damager

Rock band Damager performs at The Bottleneck with special guests Big Fat Cow and Say That Again.

When: Nov. 10, 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Bottleneck

Price: $15 cover at the door