Annual variety show Foundation Follies set for Friday

Teachers and administrators with Lawrence Public Schools will sing, dance and entertain crowds on Friday at the annual variety show fundraiser, the Foundation Follies.

This year’s show, titled “TGIFollies!,” will be held at Liberty Hall, 644 Massachusetts St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and appetizers and beverages will be provided before the show begins at 7.

The 24th annual Foundation Follies is sponsored by the Lawrence Schools Foundation, with proceeds going toward the organization’s Innovative Teaching Grant and School Assistant Grant programs. Susan Esau, executive director of the Foundation, said she hopes to raise $30,000 at Friday’s event.

Reservations are $35 for the general public and $15 for school district staff. To make a reservation, call the Lawrence Schools Foundation at 785-330-2790.