People and places

From left, Jack Anderson, 2, entertains Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway, his grandparents Dana and Sue Anderson, and his parents, Justin and Jean Anderson. They attended the dedication ceremony for the Anderson Strength Center last weekend at Kansas University.

New members of the Altrusa International Inc. of Lawrence are, back row from left, Chris Day, Chandra Ricketts and Ami Daley; front row from left, Kassie Edwards, Beth Reynolds and Chris Kenney. An initiation ceremony was conducted April 16.

Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen volunteers receive recognition during a reception. They are, back row from left, Herman Leon, Cindi Hickey, Billy Collette and Marie Wilson; front row from left, Arlyne McGauch, Ellie Pedersen, Brenda Childers and Louise Leon. They received a plaque from the Douglas County Commission recognizing their efforts.

Vermont Towers gives a special tribute to residents who are older than 90. Those who were honored April 13 were, from left, Eva Fauble, 96; Margaret Wright, 93; Dona Green, 92; Faye Yost, 94; the Rev. Lloyd Snodgrass, 94; and Mabel Clay, 93. About 40 residents, friends and relatives gathered in the center's community room for the celebration, which included refreshments and entertainment.

From left, Ed Mills, Edna Mills and Mae Burgert visit during a meeting of the Knife and Fork Club. They attended the social club's last meeting of the year at Central United Methodist Church. The club's next meeting will be in September.

Kyle Fehr, 8, of Overland Park, waits for an autograph from Kansas University football player Justin Henry. Players signed autographs after the spring football game April 12 at Memorial Stadium.

From left, Marvin Garrett, Emma Garrett and Clyde Woods attend a Knife and Fork Club meeting at Central United Methodist Church. The meeting was April 12.

Dorothy Bryan, left, Nadine Criqui and Louise Woods visit during the last meeting of the year for the Knife and Fork Club. The social club, which has about 70 members, has six meetings during the year. Members enjoy dinner and entertainment during the meetings.

Members of the Lone Star 4-H Club senior square dance group are, from left, Kaitlan Brenn, Michael Krumm, Kelsey Pinnick, John Berg, Jessica Fishburn, Grant Metsker, Marla Metsker, John Flory and Vic Perry, caller. The group received a purple ribbon at County Club Days and Regional Club Days.

Members of the Lone Star 4-H Club junior square dance group are, standing from left, Olivia Dilling, Tyler Brenn, MacKenzie Flory, John Flory, Kayla Foley, James Dilling, Kourtney Foley and Scott Brenn. Vic Perry, caller, is kneeling. The group received a purple ribbon at County Club Days and Regional Club Days.