Beakend: August 17, 2007

By KANSAN

Friday, August 17, 2007

Are you ready to try something new, whether it is crowd surfing at a concert in one of the many bars Lawrence is famous for, or shopping downtown on Mass Street? Every weekend, Lawrence becomes of hotbed of activity, so try out some of these events to kick off your Beakend:

Poker Pub

Tournament

Every Thursday and Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. and again at 9 p.m, Conroy’s Pub has a free poker tournament. The Pub, at 3115 W. Sixth St., allows all ages to participate in the contest, and follows the normal rules of good-old Texas Hold ‘Em. Players receive $4,000 in chip points. Play continues until one competitor holds all the chips. Players should arrive 30 minutes before the tournament to register. For a complete list of rules, go to www.lawrence.com/events/ongoing/4204.

North vs. South

Festival

More than 70 bands will gather from across the nation to perform at this year’s North vs. South Festival. Located on Massachusetts Street between Sixth and Eleventh Streets, the festival features artists playing genres from independent rock to alternative country and folk music. Most of these stellar performances will be in and outside the Replay Lounge, Louise’s Downtown, and Jackpot Saloon and Music Hall. The Jackpot will be open to those 18 and older. The festival will begin at 6 p.m. and will continue Saturday at 6 p.m. All-access bracelets cost $15. Individual show tickets are $2 to $3. For show schedules, visit www.lawrence.com.

— Edited by Rachael Gray

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