We're excited for the Beat Beethoven 5K, 9:30 a.m., April 26. The LCO string quartet will play Beethoven's Opus No. 74 to challenge runners and walkers to complete the Lawrence Loop course before they finish playing. The route starts and finishes in the Regal Southwind movie theatre parking lot. Not interested in running or walking? Bring a chair and come enjoy the music, no registration required. https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Lawrence/LCOBeatBeethoven5K. (fb)

Don't miss this concert TONIGHT! On April 5, at 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Civic Choir celebrates its 50th Anniversary, performing Brahms' A German Requiem with Shawnee Choral Society and the Lawrence Community Orchestra at the Lied Center. Metropolitan Opera Soprano Lindsay Ohse and Baritone Dr. Joshua Markley will join the 140-member chorus as soloists. Tickets available at the Lied Center: https://lied.ku.edu/. (fb)