Many of you may know that last month The Rathaus was featured in Lawrence’s own Artstew Magazine. The magazine, which has been released off and on for the past couple years, is the print version of local artist and web designer Scott Stewart’s Artstew.org. However, with The Rathaus edition of the magazine Stewart kicked off what he hopes to be an ongoing monthly thing. Looking for a new avenue for what’s going on in the art community of Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas? Artstew Magazine is a great new source. Stewart features artist interviews, previews of upcoming art shows, gallery visits, and more. And for an added bonus, the magazine is completely free. Check around Lawrence, KS this weekend for the new issue of Artstew Magazine that includes, among other things, an interview with artist Lee Shiney, currently showing at Pachamama’s, and an interview and gallery visit with internationally known street photographer and Lawrencian, Gary Smith.

Stewart is always accepting submissions for the magazine. Contact him at artstewweb@gmail.com to get your work or upcoming show featured. He also has some very competitive advertising rates for artists and businesses alike.

You can find Artstew Magazine at many of your Lawrence favorites including White Chocolate, Henry’s, Mirth, Casbah Market and more.

posted by: Tricia Rock

The fifth year architectural design studio of the University of Kansas in conjunction with El Dorado Inc. presents “Fill:Refill,” an exhibition of 50 projects for Jarboe Pool. The reception/exhibition is Wednesday, May13th at Pachamama’s in Lawrence, KS beginning at 7:30 pm. Stop by to see the end product of a semester’s worth of hard work by these emerging architects and soon to be graduates, including The Rathaus’ own s.a.johnson.

Learn more about Fill:Refill here.

posted by: Brent Carter

LOLA Spring Show
@ Pachamama’s
800 New Hampshire St Lawrence, KS 66044
Saturday May 2
11am-4pm

Pachamama’s to host the upcoming LOLA Show. This will be the 3rd year Pachamama’s has hosted the LOLA Spring Show, a perfect location next to the Farmer’s Market amongst downtown Lawrence. Stop by to shop local for Mother’s Day (May 10) and Graduation.

Participants include:
Early Jewelry by Kylie Grater {jewelry}
little bluestem by Traci Furan {baby layettes, bibs, onesies,women’s tee’s,pillows}
Glitter & Rust by Kendra Marable {greeting cards, small art}
Molly Murphy {small art}
KitMit by Kitty Mitchell {headbands, knitted arm warmers, journals}
Ugly Mug by Katie Kramer {pet collars, custom pet tags}
Leslie Kuluva {handprinted goods & garments}
Healing Moon by Cynthia Walker {soaps, body sprays, gift baskets}
Awava, Ugandan NonProfit {jewelry, home decor, ties, aprons}

posted by: Tricia Rock

Bettie Page

With the advent of elastic, the necessity of garter belts became a thing of the past. But as we know in fashion, necessity is not always a priority. Recently, garter belts have been making a comeback, and not just as an item to be worn in the privacy of ones home. Paired with some more casual items, loose fitting jean shorts and baggy t-shirts, garter belts can add a tough-girl style to a seemingly simple outfit. And for you DIYers looking for a new project, grab a pair of old suspenders and get to work.

Erin Wasson x RVCA

Queen Michell of Kingdom of Style

Gala Gonzalez of Amlul

by: Tricia Rock

You get 20 slides, 20 seconds each, show anything you want and say whatever you wish…or play music, read poetry, question the crowd, expose truths, make jokes, make connections, just make sure it’s entertaining or inspiring enough to keep the crowd in their seats. Turns out power points don’t have to be boring, who knew?

These are the parameters for a new presentation form emerging among architects, artists, activists, and enthusiasts alike. The Pecha Kucha (PK for short) is quickly spreading throughout the world, with the last official number of PK Events at 183 cities worldwide and growing. Traditionally pronounced in three syllables, peh-chak-cha (or pech-a-kuch-a in the American tradition of bastardization) translates to the sound of chitter-chatter in Japanese. The term was appropriated by the Tokyo based architects Mark Dytham and Astrid Klein who developed the fast-paced, concise format to fill their co-owned performance venue SuperDeluxe with an audience engaged by a large number of presenters. Anyone can participate in a PK Night, simply choose your topic and follow these requirements: 20 powerpoint slides, each displayed for 20 seconds, 6 minutes and 40 seconds total and then it’s “40 seconds of fame” (as the creator’s put it) before the focus moves on to the next presenter.

The Rathaus urges everyone to check the Pecha Kucha Night website to see when a PK is coming to your area. Traditionally 8 to 14 performers take the stage at each event, and all you need is the willingness and a little preparation to be a performer yourself. The simple parameters make for unlimited possibilities among content; from musicians to businessmen, even ranting drunks, the only expectation is entertainment, engagement and presentation.

If you are interested in bringing Pecha Kucha Night to your city contact pechakucha@klein-dytham.com.

posted by: Scott Starrett

Great opportunity for all thrifty, closet cleaning women in Lawrence, KS:

What:
One Hundred Good Women Annual Clothing Exchange

When:
Sunday, March 29, 2009 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Where:
Steve’s Place, 1388 N 1293 Road (SE corner of 31st & Louisiana)

How does this work?:
It’s a fabulous and fun way to rid your overflowing closet of those articles of clothing you no longer wear but are in still in great condition and someone ought to have them. You bring those articles to Steve’s Place on the 29th on the day of the event and we price them at $1 each. Then, you have the opportunity to purchase other clothing articles and fill up the void in your closet!!

Who does this benefit?:
One Hundred Good Women is a grassroots movement that utilizes its members to provide services and goods to those in need throughout the Lawrence community. And for this event all leftover donations from the will be taken to Penn House.

Go here to learn more about this event
Go here to learn more about One Hundred Good Women

posted by: Tricia Rock