Hosted By: Douglas County
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Douglas County Discovery Day, happening Tuesday, April 29, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Open Pavilion at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 21st and Harper streets. This free, family-friendly event is open to the entire community!
Event Highlights
- Touch-a-Truck experience: Explore equipment from Public Works, Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical, Consolidated Fire District No. 1, Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications and Maintenance.
- Interactive games and activities: Enjoy a scavenger hunt, Plinko board, cake walk, bounce house and more!
- Live entertainment: Groove to live music and a radio broadcast with local station KLWN.
- Delicious eats: Satisfy your cravings with food available for purchase from JB’s Tacos, Pretzelly and Barbwire Barbecue.
You can also connect with county staff from Youth Services, the District Attorney's Office, Clerk/Elections, Administration, Appraiser, Treasurer, Register of Deeds, GIS, Heritage Conservation, Zoning and Codes, and District Court.
Representatives from Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health, Engage Douglas County, Treatment and Recovery Center of Douglas County, Senior Resource Center, and A Place for Everyone will be at the event, too.
We’re excited to welcome you for an evening of discovery, fun, and community connection as part of National County Government Month! Don’t miss it — we hope to see you there!
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